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Ahead of Visit by Vance, Greenland’s Security Comes Into Focus
The trip prompted outcry from some Greenlandic politicians. But the terms of any possible American bid to acquire, or partner with, Greenland remain unwritten.
UK Government Stresses Protection of Falun Gong Practitioners Against Potential China Threats
‘We have a broad suite of powers to counter foreign interference,’ Home Office Minister Lord Hanson of Flint said.
Macron Says Proposed European Force in Ukraine Could Respond to Russian Attack
France and the UK have spearheaded a plan for a European force in Ukraine, but divisions remain with threat of direct conflict with Moscow.
Poland Suspends Illegal Immigrants From Claiming Asylum
Poland said Russia and Belarus were orchestrating a crisis by enabling thousands of Middle Eastern and African migrants to cross its eastern border.
Sweden to Boost Defense Spending by 2030, Prime Minister Says
Ulf Kristersson said he was pushing for funds to be ‘high enough to significantly increase the European NATO countries’ ability to defend Europe.’
US Still Committed to European Defense: Norwegian Defense Minister
Tore O. Sandvik said that ‘Europe must take a bigger share of responsibility so that the U.S. lives up to its commitments.’
Russian Negotiators May Be ‘Dragging Their Feet’ in Ukraine Cease-Fire Talks, Trump Says
The Trump administration has negotiated a limited cease-fire covering Russia and Ukraine’s energy sites, but a broader truce is still in the works.
4 US Soldiers Go Missing in Lithuania During Joint Military Training Exercise
The U.S. Army has only confirmed the disappearance of the soldiers during a training session near the Belarusian border earlier in the day.
EU Rejects Russian Demand to Lift Sanctions as Condition for Black Sea Cease-Fire
Zelenskyy said Russia, not Ukraine, was holding up progress on a broader cease-fire.
Zelenskyy Says US Has Offered ‘Full-Scale’ Critical Minerals Deal
Kyiv says Washington’s proposal is a ‘full-scale agreement’ that could pave the way for a joint revenue-sharing agreement on rare earths.
Where the Ukraine–Russia Cease-Fire Stands After US-led Talks
The negotiations this week have begun to bear some fruit, but agreements are scarce on the future of a cease-fire agreement.
Tulsi Gabbard Says US Assessing Russia’s Sabotage Activities in Europe
The director of national intelligence discussed the threats at the annual Senate hearing on worldwide threats to U.S. Security.
US Says Russia, Ukraine Agree to Maritime Cease-Fire in Black Sea
The agreement marks a shift in U.S. policy, with a focus on easing restrictions on Russian maritime trade and payments related to food and fertilizer exports.
Erdogan Condemns ‘Movement of Violence’ After Sixth Night of Turkish Protests
Turkey’s president called on the main opposition party to stop provoking demonstrations in support of Istanbul’s detained mayor.
Budget 2025: Tariffs on Russia Extended, $17 Million for Ukraine
Defence spending continues to be a hot topic issue as the government tries to balance the books.
Russian Missile Attack on Ukraine’s Sumy Region Injures Dozens, Kyiv Says
Fighting continues in Russia’s Kursk region, which shares a border with Sumy, officials in Moscow said.
Eurozone Consumer Confidence Declines Amid Tariff Uncertainties
Trump has vowed 25 percent tariffs, saying the European Union has taken advantage of the United States.
German Parliament Gives Final Approval to Pave Way for Huge Defense and Borrowing
Germany can now amend constitutionally enshrined fiscal rules, allowing a major boost in military spending and a $543 billion special fund for infrastructure.
