Brussels’ proposal to remove equipment from high-risk suppliers in critical sectors draws sharp criticism from Huawei, as the EU cites rising cyber threats and the need to strengthen technological sovereignty
A new framework deal with President Trump requires NATO members to strengthen Arctic security, with first results expected in 2026, says Secretary General Mark Rutte to Reuters
Supporters of the legislation argue that these projects are essential not only to Europe’s energy resilience but also to the viability of a corridor designed to connect Asian and Middle Eastern supply chains to European markets
Steve Witkoff says discussions with Vladimir Putin will focus on ending the war in Ukraine, with further talks planned with Ukrainian officials amid renewed diplomatic efforts
In Davos, Trump says Greenland is “our territory” and urges immediate negotiations, claiming U.S. control would strengthen NATO and vowing not to use force.
Berlin and Rome call for sweeping reforms to cut red tape, accelerate approvals, and strengthen Europe’s single market ahead of next month’s EU summit
U.S. President Donald Trump said the United Nations should be allowed to continue its work even as governments and experts express concern that his proposed “Board of Peace,” initially focused on Gaza, could undermine the global body
A six-year-old girl survived a fatal high-speed train collision in southern Spain that killed her parents, brother and cousin after a family trip to see The Lion King, as authorities confirm the death toll has risen to 41 and investigations continue.
PM Mark Carney backs Denmark’s sovereignty, calls for focused Arctic talks and stronger multilateral cooperation amid U.S. threats over Greenland
The low-cost airline escalates its public feud with Elon Musk, mocking his takeover poll with a provocative email campaign sent to millions of subscribers and turning an online spat into a full-blown marketing stunt
The archbishop placed his remarks within a broader institutional history, recalling the decision by his predecessor, Archbishop Iakovos, to stand alongside Martin Luther King Jr. during the 1965 Selma voting rights march
Israeli forces razed structures inside the UN Palestinian refugee agency’s East Jerusalem compound, prompting UNRWA to condemn the move as a violation of international law amid long-running disputes over the agency’s role and presence
Freezing discussions in the European Parliament effectively blocks ratification and, therefore, the implementation of the agreement.
President Donald Trump criticized Britain’s transfer of sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius, calling it a national security failure and linking it to his push to acquire Greenland, despite the deal retaining UK control of the U.S.-UK military base on Diego Garcia
Beijing says it has received a U.S. invitation to join President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace initiative, aimed initially at Gaza and potentially other conflicts, but stopped short of indicating whether it will accept amid careful management of U.S.–China ties
Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, French President Emmanuel Macron criticized U.S. tariffs as a tool to subordinate Europe, warned of rising global autocracy, and called for stronger European protection and strategic investment in key sectors
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he does not expect the Supreme Court to strike down President Donald Trump’s tariffs, while urging European allies at Davos to avoid retaliation and remain open-minded over Washington’s broader strategy.
President Donald Trump posted AI-generated images and messages on Truth Social, showing him in Greenland and with world leaders, underscoring his push to acquire the island while sharing communications with NATO and French President Macron
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis warned that any move to alter Greenland’s status would directly challenge NATO and risk further straining already difficult relations between the United States and its allies.
On Friday, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) advised airlines to avoid Iranian airspace due to U.S. threats of a potential military strike against Iran.