Us relations news in Portugal

Marco Rubio calls Portugal 'ideal gateway' to Europe for US during Lisbon visit

Yahoo8 Oct

“We do not violate sovereignty, that is not how allies behave,” says Rubio on Lajes

“There are protocols in place governing our presence here and how we use our bases, and we always comply with them, out of respect and to fulfil the agreements we have with our NATO allies,” guaranteed Marco Rubio. “We would never violate the sovereignty of any country. We do not violate sovereignty. That is not how...

Rubio visits Portugal, praising a 'great ally' and looking to build deeper ties

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Rubio reaches Portugal as Lajes base support sharpens NATO focus

India Today8 Oct

Luso-American agreement on Lajes Field turns 75 with a possible review in sight

The conflict in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Lajes Field and Terceira Island. Paulo Rangel has already admitted to reviewing the agreement with the United States—which was reformulated in 1995—at the end of the war in Iran.

USA marks 250 years of independence without a special programme in Portugal

The United States celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, but there are no specific commemorative events planned in Portugal.

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Portugal "would be making a mistake if it demanded that the United States inform it" of the reason for the increase in flights

Lieutenant General Marco Serronha analyses the statements made by the US Secretary of State regarding the use of Lajes Field for the attack on Iran.

Rangel condemns any “rhetorical or military escalation” in the war in Iran and downplays the use of Lajes

The Minister of Foreign Affairs went to Parliament to tell deputies that Portugal “does not support” American military intervention, but that the Government has maintained “loyal collaboration with the US” at Lajes, considering the figure of 76 aircraft to be “negligible”.

The Azores and the Lajes base remain highly relevant to US foreign policy

Luís Andrade, a full professor and expert on Lajes, believes that the “growing importance” of the Azorean base brings advantages to Portugal.

11 am. After all, there is no negotiation regarding the Lajes Base

The president of the Regional Government of the Azores also says he is comfortable with the use the United States has been making of the military base. Mourinho will not have Aursnes available for the match against Casa Pia.

12pm. War in Iran. Military drone lands at Lajes Base

The President of the Regional Government of the Azores argues that the agreement with the United States regarding Lajes Base should be reviewed. Should Portugal comply with the agreement with the USA or follow international law?

11am. Trump calls for boycott against Bruce Springsteen

Exchange of accusations between the singer and the president. Trump describes Bruce Springsteen as “mediocre and boring”. A military drone has landed at Lajes Base, the second one to do so.

Trump's speech 'was a handful of nothing'

Francisco Proença Garcia speaks of an inward-looking speech without major news. Regarding the Lajes Field, the researcher and university professor views its use by the US as natural.

Expensive, stealthy, intelligent, spectacular - but Iran has already shot down a few: what are the MQ-9 Reaper drones at Lajes worth?

These drones have been used by the US in the war against Iran. And more are on their way to the war - but they pass through the Azores first.

What are the MQ-9 Reaper 'killer drones' that could arrive at Lajes? This expert explains

The MQ-9 Reaper drones, the largest unmanned aircraft in the United States arsenal, are expected to arrive at Lajes Air Base in containers, be assembled there, and then proceed to Jordan. On the Portuguese side, the National Aeronautical Authority has requested technical information from the US regarding the aircraft, pilots, and safety procedures, but the operation is still awaiting a green light, with the final decision in the hands of the Government, which has not yet clarified whether it will authorise it. Drone expert Pedro Sinogas explains what these MQ-9 Reapers are and what they can do.

6am. Trump says Iran is negotiating, but will not admit it

Trump believes that Iran is afraid to say it is negotiating a ceasefire for fear that its leaders will be killed. Additionally, Portugal wants clarification regarding US drones at the Lajes base.

Lajes Base records increase in US aircraft during Middle East conflict

On Saturday morning, 32 United States Air Force and Navy aircraft were stationed at Lajes Base on Terceira Island.

Portugal will only join the Peace Council if it is confined to the Israel–Palestine conflict, says Foreign Minister

Portugal will only join the Peace Council created by the US President if the organisation's remit is confined to the Israel–Palestine conflict, Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel said today.

Extraordinary European Council: Brussels projects an image of unity in the face of a US threat

Relief, concerns and warnings at the end of an extraordinary European Council meeting in Brussels.

Luís Montenegro says 'there is no alternative to the United Nations'

The Prime Minister does not rule out accepting an invitation from Trump to the Peace Council, but only with limits.

European Council: Tension with the United States prompts extraordinary meeting

European leaders are holding an emergency meeting because of tensions with the United States.

Extraordinary summit: European leaders try to send a united message to the US

An emergency European Union summit is scheduled for this afternoon, where Donald Trump's moves and backtracks regarding Greenland will be analysed.

Times have changed: it's time to accept that the United States is not a friend of Europe

Miguel Baumgartner, a commentator for CNN Portugal, analyses the first year of Donald Trump's second term in the White House and reflects on how Europe should respond. He argues that European countries now have “an opportunity to take a giant step to become a decisive force.”

Portugal confirms Trump invitation to join the 'Peace Council'. "We are consulting with partners" to decide, says Rangel

The Minister of State and Foreign Affairs, Paulo Rangel, confirmed on Tuesday that Portugal is on the list of invitees to join the 'Peace Council' (Board of Peace, in English) announced by Donald Trump last week. At the very start of a procedural hearing before the Foreign Affairs and Portuguese Communities Committee in Parliament, Rangel ...

European Parliament suspends ratification of trade agreement with the United States; Greenland's Prime Minister issues warning

The European Parliament has halted the ratification process of a trade agreement with the United States. Greenland's Prime Minister has issued a warning related to the situation.