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France calls for Nato exercise in Greenland and signals readiness to take part

France has called for the organization of a Nato military exercise in Greenland and said it is ready to contribute, according to a statement from the French presidency. The announcement comes amid renewed remarks by former US president Donald Trump expressing interest in taking control of the autonomous......

Trump warns Iran of severe consequences over alleged assassination threat

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Iran would face devastating consequences if Tehran were to orchestrate an attempt on his life, responding to remarks attributed to a senior Iranian military official. In an interview broadcast by News Nation, Trump stated that he had issued clear instructions......

Trump invites Putin to join proposed Gaza peace council despite ongoing Ukraine war

US President Donald Trump has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to take part in a proposed international peace council, an initiative aimed at addressing major global crises, including the future governance and reconstruction of Gaza. The proposal comes at a time when the war in Ukraine continues......

Trump threatens tariffs amid reports France may reject Gaza peace board

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose sharply increased tariffs on French wines and champagnes following reports that France may decline to join a U.S.-led international Board of Peace focused on the Gaza conflict. Speaking to reporters on Monday after attending a college football championship......

Trump says he no longer feels bound to focus solely on peace

US President Donald Trump has told Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre that he no longer feels compelled to devote himself exclusively to peace efforts, following what he described as Norway’s refusal to award him the Nobel Peace Prize. In a message disclosed on Monday, Trump argued......

France deploys military contingent to Greenland amid arctic tensions

France has begun deploying a military contingent to Greenland as part of a broader European mission, against a backdrop of rising geopolitical tensions in the Arctic region. French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed that the first troops sent to Greenland will be supported by land, air, and naval assets,......

Iranian Americans react with grief and anger to Tehran’s deadly crackdown

Iranian communities across the United States have expressed deep sorrow and outrage following reports of a violent repression of protests in Iran, which has resulted in thousands of deaths according to opposition groups and human rights organizations. Large demonstrations were held over the weekend......

Temporary military zone set up in Greenland’s capital amid rising US pressure

Authorities in Greenland have approved the creation of a temporary military area near the capital, Nuuk, as geopolitical tensions increase following renewed interest from the United States in the Arctic territory. According to local police, the restricted zone has been established on the outskirts of......

Ireland condemns Trump’s tariff threat over Greenland as unacceptable

Ireland has strongly criticized US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose tariffs on several European countries, calling the move “completely unacceptable” amid rising tensions linked to Greenland. Irish Deputy Prime Minister Simon Harris said Ireland favors dialogue and negotiated......

Number of airports reflects a country’s geography and connectivity needs

The total number of airports in a country is not just a statistic—it often mirrors the geographical size, population distribution, and the way cities and remote regions are connected. Countries with large territories tend to rely on air transport as a necessity rather than a luxury. In the Arab......

South Korea says Trump’s chip tariffs will have limited impact

South Korea’s Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo has stated that the latest U.S. semiconductor tariffs announced by President Donald Trump are expected to have a “limited” effect on Korean chipmakers. The initial tariffs focus on certain advanced chips from U.S. companies such as NVIDIA and......

Trump escalates pressure on Europe with tariff threats over Greenland

U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified diplomatic tensions with several European nations by threatening to impose escalating tariffs tied to his controversial push for greater American influence — or even control — over the Arctic territory of Greenland. In a recent public message,......

Iran’s Supreme Leader vows to crush dissent and blames U.S. president for protest deaths

Iran’s Supreme Leader declared that authorities must firmly confront what he described as “rebellious forces,” holding the U.S. president responsible for the casualties linked to recent nationwide protests against the government. Speaking during a religious gathering, he emphasized......

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