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Russia in focus as Poland takes over the Council Presidency

Security, security and again security. When Poland becomes the EU presidency, the focus is clearly directed towards Russia.

Russia in focus as Poland takes over the Council Presidency

Second Round of Voting Awaits in Croatia's Presidential Election

Croatia's incumbent president Zoran Milanović received the most votes in the first round of the country's presidential election. However, according to the country's election commission, a second and decisive round of voting is required against the main opponent Dragan Primorac.

Second Round of Voting Awaits in Croatia's Presidential Election

Expert: Possible surveillance not the most serious issue

Suspected "spy equipment" on board the cargo ship Eagle S is no catastrophe – instead, it may help the Finnish police. It could be a link to figuring out who gave the ship orders for sabotage – if it was done, says Professor Hans Liwång.

Expert: Possible surveillance not the most serious issue

They sabotaged the cables: This is what has happened

Nato is expanding its military presence in the Baltic Sea and the Swedish Coast Guard is intensifying its surveillance. This has happened around the destroyed power and data cables in the Gulf of Finland.

They sabotaged the cables: This is what has happened

Foreign Minister: Cable Break Extremely Serious

After another suspected cable sabotage in the Baltic Sea, where suspicions are once again directed towards Russia, Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (The Moderate Party) describes the situation as "extremely serious". .

Foreign Minister: Cable Break Extremely Serious

They sabotaged the cables: This is what has happened

The Christmas cable break in the Gulf of Finland is far from the only one and it's not the first time a ship is suspected to be behind it. .

They sabotaged the cables: This is what has happened

The Coast Guard Increases Surveillance After Cable Breakage

**The Coast Guard has increased surveillance of shipping traffic, the authority writes in a press release. The purpose is to protect critical underwater infrastructure after another suspected sabotage in the Baltic Sea.

The Coast Guard Increases Surveillance After Cable Breakage

Finnish police question the crew of Eagle S

Nato is expanding its military presence in the Baltic Sea following suspected sabotage against underwater cables. The police in Finland have created an "air bridge" between the mainland and the oil tanker Eagle S and are questioning the crew.

Finnish police question the crew of Eagle S

Anchor likely cause of Finnish cable break

Finnish coast guard and police have boarded Eagle S, the vessel suspected of being involved in the cable breaks between Finland and Estonia. The ship's anchor is believed to have caused damage to at least the Estlink 2 power cable.

Anchor likely cause of Finnish cable break

EU proposes sanctions against Russian shadow fleet

The police in Finland are investigating whether a foreign cargo ship - belonging to Russia's shadow fleet - is guilty of the crime of damaging a major power cable between Finland and Estonia. The EU is now proposing new sanctions against Russian ships, and NATO is offering Finland and Estonia support.

EU proposes sanctions against Russian shadow fleet

Hope in Dark Times in the King's Christmas Speech

It is a year heavy with war, sorrow, and anxiety that the king highlights in his annual Christmas speech. But we are also leaving behind glimpses of light, such as the Olympic Games and a deepened Nordic cooperation.

Hope in Dark Times in the King's Christmas Speech

Kaja Kallas - Baltic Hawk in the EU Top

She skipped golf and got Angela Merkel to be silent. Now Kaja Kallas is in command when the EU is trying to toughen up its foreign policy.

Kaja Kallas - Baltic Hawk in the EU Top

Putin meets Slovakia's Fico in Moscow

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico is in Moscow where he met Russia's President Vladimir Putin on Sunday, according to Russian media. On TV images, the two leaders are seen meeting in the Kremlin.

Putin meets Slovakia's Fico in Moscow

Ulf Kristersson: Cannot Have the US as a Defense Guarantor

Greater investments in defense are required – and Europe cannot rely on the USA in the future. This is the message after the top meeting in Finnish Lapland.

Ulf Kristersson: Cannot Have the US as a Defense Guarantor

"In Serious Times, We Unite"

When the world feels uncertain and threatening, it's important to have hope and unity. That was Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's message in this year's Christmas speech.

"In Serious Times, We Unite"

Sources close to Trump: NATO to increase defense spending

When Donald Trump becomes the President of the USA, he will demand that NATO countries allocate at least 5 percent of their GDP to defense. This has been announced by Trump's team to European officials, according to sources with insight for [Financial Times.

Sources close to Trump: NATO to increase defense spending

Zelensky on Trump: Welcome, Donald!

The EU meets Ukraine – and emphasizes the need for more weapons and more support. But for President Volodymyr Zelenskyj, European support is not enough.

Zelensky on Trump: Welcome, Donald!

Zelensky in Brussels on the hunt for air defense

Air defense is on the wish list when Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj visits Brussels. Nato's Secretary-General Mark Rutte wants to keep a lid on potential peace talks.

Zelensky in Brussels on the hunt for air defense

The Afghanistan Mission – a Steep Uphill Climb

A new evaluation of the Swedish Afghanistan mission shows that the result did not turn out as intended, despite many billions being invested. If it is not anchored in the country itself, then it is a steep uphill climb, says Lennarth Hjelmåker who led the work.

The Afghanistan Mission – a Steep Uphill Climb

Kristersson: JEF must be swift-footed

The Rapid Response Force JEF, where Sweden is a member, is seeking its role within NATO. Estonia's Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur expects JEF to quickly intervene if NATO were to hesitate.

Kristersson: JEF must be swift-footed

The Defence Decision May Soon Need to be Torn Up

The defense budget is to increase significantly up to 2030 to meet the threat from Russia. But in just a few years, more money may be required, for additional investments.

The Defence Decision May Soon Need to be Torn Up

Slovakia's President: Ukraine Must Give Up Territory

Slovakia's President Peter Pellegrini is calling for realism in the discussions about conditions for peace in Russia's war against Ukraine. Ukraine must count on losing areas, he believes.

Slovakia's President: Ukraine Must Give Up Territory

NATO and EU in Extra Meeting with Zelenskyj

A number of European leaders and NATO chief Mark Rutte are planning an extraordinary meeting with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj on Wednesday, according to the news site Politico. .

NATO and EU in Extra Meeting with Zelenskyj

NATO Chief Wants to Strengthen Defense to Avoid Major War

The Defense Alliance NATO's Secretary-General Mark Rutte wants to see a significant increase in how much money is spent on defense, and says that European countries are not prepared for the threat of a possible war with Russia. .

NATO Chief Wants to Strengthen Defense to Avoid Major War