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Rubio: Greenland Seeks Independence from Denmark, USA Ready to Partner

The Greenlanders do not want to be a part of Denmark, claims USA's Foreign Minister Marco Rubio. But he simultaneously promises that the USA does not intend to annex the island.

Rubio: Greenland Seeks Independence from Denmark, USA Ready to Partner

Denmark Stands Firm on Sovereignty in Talks with US

We can discuss everything with the USA – but not our territorial integrity, emphasizes Denmark's Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen after his first meeting with his US counterpart Marco Rubio. I was crystal clear, says Løkke in Brussels.

Denmark Stands Firm on Sovereignty in Talks with US

Rubio Affirms US Commitment to NATO, Calls for Increased Defense Spending

""Hysteria" says the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio about the doubts on the country's continued commitment to Nato. At the same time, the demands are repeated to allocate corresponding five percent of GDP to defence – also for the USA.

Rubio Affirms US Commitment to NATO, Calls for Increased Defense Spending

NATO Faces Silence on Turkey's Journalist Arrest Before Key Meeting

Turkey's seizure of journalist Joakim Medin raises questions ahead of this week's foreign ministers' meeting in Nato. But no answers from Nato leadership will be forthcoming.

NATO Faces Silence on Turkey's Journalist Arrest Before Key Meeting

Greece Plans 25 Billion Euro Boost to Defense by 2036

Greece is to beef up its defense with the equivalent of 270 billion kronor – 25 billion euro – by 2036. .

Greece Plans 25 Billion Euro Boost to Defense by 2036

Finland Prepares to Exit Ottawa Treaty on Personal Mines

Finland is initiating preparations to withdraw from the international Ottawa Treaty, which prohibits the storage, production, sale, and use of personal mines, announces Prime Minister Petteri Orpo at a press conference. As a result, the Finnish military can start storing mines again for the first time since the country approved the treaty in 2012.

Finland Prepares to Exit Ottawa Treaty on Personal Mines

Trump Accuses Zelenskyj of Backing Out of US Mineral Deal

Donald Trump claims that Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj is trying to back out of the discussions about a mineral agreement with the USA. .

Trump Accuses Zelenskyj of Backing Out of US Mineral Deal

Vance's Greenland Speech Criticized for Lacking Substance

The USA's Vice President JD Vance did not spare any punches during his short visit to Greenland on Friday - and went hard at Denmark's handling of the island. Political scientist Jan Hallenberg questions the truthfulness of Vance's claims.

Vance's Greenland Speech Criticized for Lacking Substance

Denmark Criticizes US VP Vance's Remarks on Greenland Visit

Denmark does not appreciate the tone of the US Vice President JD Vance during his visit to Greenland. Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen has posted a pre-recorded speech on social media, addressing "a message to our American friends and everyone else who is listening".

Denmark Criticizes US VP Vance's Remarks on Greenland Visit

Macron Announces International Support Force Plan for Ukraine

The goal is clear: to win the peace, says France's President Emmanuel Macron after yet another top meeting on Ukraine. An international support force is now being planned under French and British leadership.

Macron Announces International Support Force Plan for Ukraine

NATO Clarifies Status of Missing US Soldiers in Lithuania Exercise

Nato clarifies regarding the four American soldiers who on Wednesday were reported to have died in a military exercise in Lithuania. The soldiers are still missing but have not been found dead.

NATO Clarifies Status of Missing US Soldiers in Lithuania Exercise

Europe's Security Plans for Ukraine Hinge on US Support

France and the United Kingdom are fighting for "security guarantees" to Ukraine ahead of a potential settlement with Russia. But how it will go is still highly unclear.

Europe's Security Plans for Ukraine Hinge on US Support

Poland Moves to End Asylum Applications Citing Security Concerns

Poland's government is adopting on Wednesday a decree that abolishes the right to apply for asylum, announces the country's Prime Minister Donald Tusk. .

Poland Moves to End Asylum Applications Citing Security Concerns

Four American Soldiers Die in Lithuania During Military Exercise

Four American soldiers who were reported missing in Lithuania are dead, according to NATO's Secretary General Mark Rutte. .

Four American Soldiers Die in Lithuania During Military Exercise

Sweden Boosts Defense Budget with Historic Military Investment

Soon, 3. 5 percent of GDP will go to the military defense, according to a new agreement between the government and SD.

Sweden Boosts Defense Budget with Historic Military Investment

Sweden Plans Major Military Boost with 300 Billion Kronor Loan

The defense is to be rapidly reinforced with loans that are estimated to amount to 300 billion kronor. It's urgent, says Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party).

Sweden Plans Major Military Boost with 300 Billion Kronor Loan

Kristersson: US Leak Underscores Current Uncertainty

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) does not want to comment on details or content regarding the leak of the US war plans in Yemen to an American journalist in a chat. But it "highlights a degree of uncertainty".

Kristersson: US Leak Underscores Current Uncertainty

EU Faces Limited Options as Tensions Rise in Turkey

The stakes are high, but the roles are locked. The tensions in Turkey have become a power struggle where no one can afford to back down, fears the political scientist Paul Levin.

EU Faces Limited Options as Tensions Rise in Turkey

Survey Reveals Swedes Doubt US Military Support in Russian Conflict

Many Swedes do not believe that the USA would help Sweden militarily if Russia attacks, shows a fresh survey. .

Survey Reveals Swedes Doubt US Military Support in Russian Conflict

Turkish Regime Jails Istanbul Mayor, Sparking Opposition Tensions

The decision to imprison the imprisoned mayor of Istanbul, Ekrem Imamoğlu, is no surprise. But the Turkish regime's action also appears to be an attempt to divide the opposition, says analyst Aras Lindh.

Turkish Regime Jails Istanbul Mayor, Sparking Opposition Tensions

Persson Warns of US Turning Away from Europe and Its Implications

It is very strange that a "loser" like President Putin gets to set the agenda, believes former Prime Minister Göran Persson (S). There is an American debate that I don't quite understand – that it's Nato's fault that it has turned out this way, says Persson about Russia's war in Ukraine.

Persson Warns of US Turning Away from Europe and Its Implications

Norway Weighs Costly Options for New NATO Air Command Site

It differs billions in costs between the two alternatives that Norway's government has to choose from for the establishment of a new air command for NATO, reports the newspaper Aftenposten. The question now lies with the Norwegian Ministry of Finance.

Norway Weighs Costly Options for New NATO Air Command Site

The Russian military threat to Sweden may increase

Russia does not have the prerequisites for a larger armed attack on Sweden today, according to Must. But in the coming years, the Russian military threat against Sweden and Sweden's surrounding area may increase.

The Russian military threat to Sweden may increase

Multiple Countries are Hesitant about F-35 – Want European Alternative

Washington's new stance towards the world is making several countries hesitant about their decision to buy American fighter jets of the F-35 type. This could benefit Jas Gripen – which is simultaneously dependent on American components.

Multiple Countries are Hesitant about F-35 – Want European Alternative