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China Backs Denmark's Sovereignty Over Greenland

China expresses support for Denmark's sovereignty in Greenland. At a foreign ministers' meeting, it has been discussed together with China's view on Taiwan.

China Backs Denmark's Sovereignty Over Greenland

Trump Orders Intelligence Gathering on Greenland

The US intelligence services are urged to collect information about Greenland, reports The Wall Street Journal. Denmark summons the US ambassador for an explanation.

Trump Orders Intelligence Gathering on Greenland

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

Global Leaders Rally Against Trump's Tariffs to Avert Trade War

Donald Trump's tariffs imply a fundamental change for global trade that will weaken the West, warns the US's allies. Even from China, harsh criticism is coming.

Global Leaders Rally Against Trump's Tariffs to Avert Trade War

Løkke and Rubio to Discuss US-Denmark Tensions Over Greenland

Denmark's Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen is meeting his American counterpart Marco Rubio this week, according to two sources to Financial Times. .

Løkke and Rubio to Discuss US-Denmark Tensions Over Greenland

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

US Vice President Visits Greenland Base as Tensions Simmer

The USA's Vice President JD Vance is visiting northwestern Greenland on Friday. The choice to visit an American military base — instead of Greenlandic cities — does not necessarily mean that the USA has given in, according to researcher Mikkel Runge Olesen.

US Vice President Visits Greenland Base as Tensions Simmer

US VP Visit to Greenland Base Sparks Tension and Uncertainty

The USA's Vice President JD Vance is visiting northwestern Greenland on Friday. The choice to visit an American military base — instead of Greenlandic cities — does not necessarily mean that the USA has given in, according to researcher Mikkel Runge Olesen.

US VP Visit to Greenland Base Sparks Tension and Uncertainty

Vance's Greenland Visit Shifts Focus to Military Base, Easing Tensions

The USA's Vice President JD Vance will accompany his wife Usha to Greenland on Friday. However, the Americans have rearranged their travel plan and will visit a military base instead of the capital Nuuk, according to the Greenlandic newspaper Sermitsiag.

Vance's Greenland Visit Shifts Focus to Military Base, Easing Tensions

EU Chief: Russia Does Not Want Peace

The doubt is great among the EU's foreign ministers about Russia's willingness to truly achieve peace in Ukraine. At the same time, the work on new support billions to Ukraine is dragging out.

EU Chief: Russia Does Not Want Peace

Multi-billion support to the new Syria

Syria receives 5. 8 billion euros, equivalent to nearly 64 billion Swedish kronor, in support to help the war-torn country.

Multi-billion support to the new Syria

Many called to the meeting about a Ukrainian force

Military representatives from over 30 countries will gather for Tuesday's talks in Paris about a potential security force in Ukraine. .

Many called to the meeting about a Ukrainian force

The North presses on: Cough up money for Ukraine

With symbolic air raid sirens, a minute of silence, and new sanctions against Russia, EU countries honor the victims of the war in Ukraine. More support is to be urgently discussed next week.

The North presses on: Cough up money for Ukraine

Norwegian and Danish Billion-Support to Ukraine

Norway and Denmark announce new billions to Ukraine ahead of the three-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion. .

Norwegian and Danish Billion-Support to Ukraine

Danish Politician to Trump: Get Lost

The newly elected President of the USA, Donald Trump, has said that he believes the USA and Denmark will find a solution for Greenland. Fuck off, responds the Danish People's Party in the EU Parliament.

Danish Politician to Trump: Get Lost

Danish crisis meeting following Trump's remarks on Greenland

Danish party leaders have been called to a crisis meeting at the Prime Minister's office on Thursday due to the incoming US President Donald Trump's statement about taking over Greenland, according to Danish media. .

Danish crisis meeting following Trump's remarks on Greenland

Spoke with the crew on a Chinese vessel

Swedish police officers and accident investigators were on board as observers on Thursday when the Chinese-flagged vessel Yi Peng 3 was inspected in the Kattegat. The vessel is suspected of being involved in two cable breaks that are being investigated as sabotage.

Spoke with the crew on a Chinese vessel

Stranded in the Desert for Months: "Still Hoping"

They stand row after row under the Egyptian desert's merciless sun. A whole landscape of trucks, under colorful tarpaulins, rest aid deliveries from all corners of the world.

Stranded in the Desert for Months: "Still Hoping"

Danish citizens can travel to China without a visa

Danes who want to travel to China will no longer need to apply for a visa. This is the outcome of a meeting between Denmark's Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in New York on Thursday.

Danish citizens can travel to China without a visa

Denmark establishes three new ministerial posts

Denmark establishes three new ministerial posts, announces the country's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen (S) at a press conference on Wednesday. It concerns a European Minister, a Green Minister and a Minister for Preparedness and Security.

Denmark establishes three new ministerial posts

Denmark Opens Embassies in New Africa Strategy

Denmark opens embassies in Senegal, Tunisia, and Rwanda and closes its embassies in Burkina Faso and Mali. In several other African countries, the "diplomatic muscle power" will be strengthened at Danish embassies, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announces in a press release.

Denmark Opens Embassies in New Africa Strategy

Green light for Danish weapons against Russian territory

Denmark's government is backing Ukraine's entry into Russia, announces Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen. This means that they do not see any problems with Danish-donated weapons being used in Russia.

Green light for Danish weapons against Russian territory

Denmark wants to attract more Africans

Denmark wants to attract more Africans to study at the country's universities and higher education institutions. Europe needs more people if we don't want to fall behind in the global economy, the government emphasizes.

Denmark wants to attract more Africans