https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/germany-s-top-general-to-lead-nato-s-highest-military-authorityContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/germany-s-top-general-to-lead-nato-s-highest-military-authorityhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/germany-s-top-general-to-lead-nato-s-highest-military-authority#u79408Tue, 22 Sep 2026 01:11:27 +0000NATO has elected General Carsten Breuer, Germany's top defense official, to lead the alliance's highest military authority. Breuer wins the role of top military advisor, defeating a bid from Canada's top general for the position. The appointment provides Breuer a platform to issue warnings regarding Russia. This election concludes a selection process that included candidates from multiple member states, including a high-ranking Canadian commander who was not selected for the post.Why it mattersThe head of the NATO Military Committee serves as the primary military advisor to the