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DEFENCE

Zelensky and the Dutch Prime Minister support deploying F-16 fighter jets to bolster Ukraine’s airspace security

In a recent conversation with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof after a meeting in Munich, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky highlighted the enduring partnership between Ukraine and the Netherlands. He stressed the importance of achieving a fair resolution to the war and enhancing European unity. Zelensky utilized the social media platform X to provide insights into their discussion, emphasizing a shared principle: no decisions regarding Ukraine … Continue reading Zelensky and the Dutch Prime Minister support deploying F-16 fighter jets to bolster Ukraine’s airspace security

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DEFENCE

UK plans to send peacekeeping forces to Ukraine ahead of talks in Paris

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has emerged as the first European leader to express readiness to deploy peacekeeping troops in Ukraine. This commitment was made prior to an emergency leaders’ meeting in Paris, aimed at addressing Europe’s involvement in a potential ceasefire. Starmer’s remarks highlight an increasing awareness among European nations of the necessity to assume a more significant role in safeguarding Ukraine’s security, particularly … Continue reading UK plans to send peacekeeping forces to Ukraine ahead of talks in Paris

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Keith Kellogg during a Senate armed services committee hearing on the conflict in Ukraine.
DIPLOMACY

An official says rapid developments in Ukrainian diplomacy require European nations to intensify their efforts

The recent intensification of diplomatic efforts regarding Ukraine indicates that Europe must enhance its contributions and improve its approach, according to a French presidency official prior to informal discussions among several prominent European leaders in Paris on Monday. Last week, U.S. President Donald Trump surprised NATO allies and Ukraine by revealing that he had spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin without prior consultation and intended … Continue reading An official says rapid developments in Ukrainian diplomacy require European nations to intensify their efforts

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DEFENCE

Upgraded Soviet T-72 tanks from the Netherlands are now in the possession of Ukraine

The Dutch Ministry of Defense has announced that it has completed the delivery of upgraded T-72 tanks to Ukraine, fulfilling its commitment. In a recent statement, the ministry confirmed, “The Netherlands has now delivered the last battle tanks it pledged to Ukraine.” This initiative was a collaborative effort between the Dutch government and the administration of former U.S. President Joseph Biden, which jointly financed the … Continue reading Upgraded Soviet T-72 tanks from the Netherlands are now in the possession of Ukraine

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Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen
DIPLOMACY

Danish Prime Minister urged the EU to respond decisively to potential U.S. tariffs on its exports

The European Union will have to take decisive action if the United States enacts tariffs on its exports, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen cautioned on Monday. US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on the EU unless the bloc significantly reduces its trade deficit by increasing its imports of American oil and gas. On Friday, Trump reiterated his stance, asserting that he is … Continue reading Danish Prime Minister urged the EU to respond decisively to potential U.S. tariffs on its exports

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DEFENCE

F-16s have been deployed to Greenland in response to ongoing threats

Tensions in the Arctic are escalating, underscored by a recent U.S. military action that signals the region’s transformation into a sphere of influence. Just days ago, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio disclosed that he had “just observed the activity of several Russian military aircraft in the Arctic.” While specifics regarding the aircraft were not provided, the announcement was sufficient to raise concerns and prompt … Continue reading F-16s have been deployed to Greenland in response to ongoing threats

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Icebergs float in Disko Bay, near Ilulissat, Greenland.
TOP STORIES

Could Trump ignite a mineral ‘gold rush’ in Greenland?

The mineral resources of Greenland, an Arctic island, have gained international attention following U.S. President Donald Trump‘s remarks about acquiring the territory from Denmark, raising concerns among European allies. These sentiments were reiterated by Vice President JD Vance during a January 12 appearance on “Fox News Sunday,” where he stated, “There is a deal to be made in Greenland,” highlighting the island’s abundance of valuable … Continue reading Could Trump ignite a mineral ‘gold rush’ in Greenland?

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Russian soldiers stand at a radar facility on the Alexandra Land island near Nagurskoye, Russia.
DEFENCE

Russia’s military expansion in the Arctic is eclipsed by Trump’s focus on Greenland

A snowstorm fiercely flutters the flags of Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands above the Joint Arctic Command headquarters, which overlooks the harbor of Nuuk, the capital city of Greenland. This small military installation, manned by approximately 80 personnel, is responsible for overseeing Danish security across the expansive Arctic territory, which spans around 2.1 million square kilometers. While Greenland operates with a significant degree of … Continue reading Russia’s military expansion in the Arctic is eclipsed by Trump’s focus on Greenland

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DEFENCE

Denmark refutes claims regarding the death of its F-16 instructor in Ukraine

Denmark has refuted claims from Russian media suggesting that a Danish F-16 instructor was killed by a Russian missile strike in Ukraine. Over the weekend, the state-run TASS news agency in Russia reported, citing “law enforcement sources,” that a Danish individual named Jepp Hansen had died in an attack on a training facility located in Krivoy Rog, Dnepropetrovsk Region, central Ukraine. In a statement released … Continue reading Denmark refutes claims regarding the death of its F-16 instructor in Ukraine

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The Greenland Flag is pictured in Nuuk, Greenland.
DISPUTES

Trump claims that obtaining Greenland is crucial for the United States’ global security

U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Monday that it is essential for the United States to exert control over Greenland to maintain international security. These remarks were made during the signing of executive orders in the Oval Office on the first day of his second presidential term. Since his reelection in November, Trump has shown interest in incorporating Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark, into … Continue reading Trump claims that obtaining Greenland is crucial for the United States’ global security

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