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Last year US tried to obtain military intelligence in Greenland outside normal channels

Last year, the US tried to obtain military intelligence about Greenland outside the usual channels, reports the Danish newspaper Berlingske.

Løkke Rasmussen to Stockholm to talk about the Arctic

Denmark's Foreign Minister will visit Stockholm this week. The security situation in Greenland and the Arctic is on the agenda.

After the violence - deportations to Iran halted

The Swedish Migration Board temporarily suspends all deportations to Iran following widespread protests against the regime and violence against demonstrators.

Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs summons Iranian ambassador over deadly violence and detentions of peaceful protesters

Swedes urged to leave Iran as travel advice tightened over security situation

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (UD) is tightening its travel advice for Iran due to the security situation. Swedish citizens in Iran are urged to leave the country. Around 1,500 Swedish citizens are estimated to be in Iran, Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M) says.

US urges citizens in Venezuela to leave immediately

Americans who find themselves in Venezuela should leave the country "immediately," the U.S. State Department says.

Zelensky: Security guarantees almost ready

The work on security guarantees for Ukraine is largely ready to be completed at the highest level, according to Ukraine's chief negotiator, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. At the same time, Russia announces that foreign soldiers in Ukraine will be considered legitimate military targets.

US withdraws from United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change

The Trump administration has decided that the United States will withdraw from 66 international organizations. One of them is the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.

France preparing response to US threat

France is preparing a plan with other European countries to retaliate against all forms of "threats" posed by the United States, according to France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot. This applies particularly to the US's ambition to acquire Greenland.

Israel and Syria to share intelligence under US supervision

Tear gas fired at protesters in Iran, death toll rises

Iran's anti-regime protests are escalating. At least 35 people have been killed and well over 1,000 arrested, according to activists. Video footage reportedly shows security forces forcing their way into a hospital and shooting wounded people. Other footage shows security forces dispersing protesters with tear gas.

China demands United States immediately release Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro

China wants the US to immediately release Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.

International law expert: This is why the US attack on Venezuela is illegal

The United States has committed several violations of international law in attacking Venezuela and removing President Nicolás Maduro, according to international law professor Mark Klamberg.

Malmer Stenergard: International law must be respected in Venezuela

President Nicolás Maduro may lack legitimacy - but international law must still be respected, says Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M) in a comment on the events in Venezuela.

Several countries condemn US attack on Venezuela

Brazilian President Lula da Silva and several other world leaders condemn the US attack on Venezuela. Colombia's Trump-critical president is strengthening the country's borders and wants to convene the UN Security Council.

Russia says over 20 dead in Ukrainian drone attack in Russian-controlled Kherson

According to Russian reports, at least 20 people have been killed in a Ukrainian attack on the Russian-controlled part of Kherson, Ukraine.

At least 40 dead in fire at Crans-Montana bar in Switzerland

Around 40 people have been confirmed dead in a massive fire at a bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana, authorities say. The violent blaze broke out during New Year's celebrations.

Anger over George Clooney's French citizenship approval

"Movie star George Clooney's French citizenship has been approved, but it is not welcomed by everyone. Personally, I understand the feeling of some French people about double standards," Marie-Pierre Vedrenne, the deputy interior minister, told France Info radio.

Thailand releases 18 Cambodian soldiers days after signing new ceasefire

Thailand has released 18 Cambodian soldiers, an announcement that came just days after the two countries signed a new ceasefire agreement.

Saudi Arabia bombs arms shipments in Mukalla, Yemen

Saudi Arabia has bombed targets in the port city of Mukalla, Yemen, over an arms shipment to a local separatist force that reportedly arrived by ship from the United Arab Emirates.

Israel recognizes Somaliland as a sovereign state and establishes diplomatic relations

Israel has formally recognized Somaliland as an “independent and sovereign state.” The countries will establish diplomatic relations, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced.

Death toll rises after mosque attack in Homs, Syria

An explosion in a mosque in the Syrian city of Homs on the border with Lebanon has killed at least eight people. Another eighteen were injured, according to authorities.

China imposes sanctions on 20 US defense companies and 10 executives over Taiwan arms sale

Trump on Greenland: We have to have it

We need it for security reasons. US President Donald Trump reiterates his desire to take control of the Danish island of Greenland. Danish leaders are furious, and the US ambassador has been asked by the Danish Foreign Ministry to give an explanation.