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Frederiksen Calls Vance's Criticism of Denmark Unfair During Greenland Visit
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Frederiksen Calls Vance's Criticism of Denmark Unfair During Greenland Visit

During a lightning visit to Greenland, USA's Vice President JD Vance criticized Denmark's handling of the island – words that Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen did not appreciate. "We have stood side by side with the Americans in difficult situations
Denmark Proposes Defense Pact with US Amid Diplomatic Tensions
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Denmark Proposes Defense Pact with US Amid Diplomatic Tensions

The USA is crucial for Denmark's security. This is emphasized by the Danish government as a bill on defense cooperation with the USA is presented – right in the middle of an ongoing diplomatic crisis
Europe's Security Plans for Ukraine Hinge on US Support
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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
Trump Reiterates Desire for Greenland as Vance Prepares Visit
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Trump Reiterates Desire for Greenland as Vance Prepares Visit

USA "must have" Greenland. That's what USA's President Donald Trump says ahead of Vice President JD Vance's visit to the island later this week
Vance's Greenland Visit Shifts Focus to Military Base, Easing Tensions
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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
JD Vance Joins Wife Usha on Greenland Trip Amid US-Denmark Tensions
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JD Vance Joins Wife Usha on Greenland Trip Amid US-Denmark Tensions

The USA's Vice President JD Vance says in a post on X that he will accompany his wife Usha to Greenland on Friday. The visit takes place against the backdrop of the escalated American rhetoric about annexing the autonomous Danish territory
Frederiksen Criticizes US Pressure on Greenland During Official Visit
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Frederiksen Criticizes US Pressure on Greenland During Official Visit

The USA is exerting an "unacceptable pressure" on Denmark and Greenland, according to Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen (S).
Usha Vance Visits Greenland as Danish Police Increase Security
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Usha Vance Visits Greenland as Danish Police Increase Security

Danish police have been sent to Greenland ahead of Thursday's visit by the USA's Second Lady Usha Vance. Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen says she takes the visit seriously
US Officials Visit Greenland Sparking Speculation on Intentions
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US Officials Visit Greenland Sparking Speculation on Intentions

The USA appears to be making new attempts to initiate a dialogue on taking control of Greenland. Both Donald Trump's security adviser and the Vice President's wife are expected to visit the island this week
Victory for divided opposition on Greenland
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Victory for divided opposition on Greenland

The opposition party Democrats (The Democrats) are making a sensation and become the largest party in Greenland's parliamentary election. The old government parties have received a slap in the face – but how a new government will look like is uncertain
Why Greenland is so hot right now
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Why Greenland is so hot right now

USA, China and Russia. All of them have shown interest in Greenland
Greenland's Parliamentary Election: Question of Independence and Geopolitics
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Greenland's Parliamentary Election: Question of Independence and Geopolitics

Greenland's upcoming parliamentary election has received significant attention, not only for the domestic issues of independence, but also for Greenland's role in global geopolitics.
After the Fateful Meeting on Ukraine: "Historic Turning Point"
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After the Fateful Meeting on Ukraine: "Historic Turning Point"

A plan for a lasting peace in Ukraine was at the center of Sunday's crucial meeting in London. Afterward, the message is that it requires strong European buildup and security guarantees for Ukraine
Identified Dead Hostages – Palestinians Released
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Identified Dead Hostages – Palestinians Released

Terror-labelled Hamas has handed over four dead hostages to Israel, confirms the Israeli government. At the same time, convoys with hundreds of released Palestinian prisoners left Israeli prisons
Frederiksen believes Russia can attack more countries
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Frederiksen believes Russia can attack more countries

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen does not believe that Russia will be satisfied with Ukraine if they win the war — and that they are already now "getting ready to attack in other places". Unfortunately, we are in a time where it is a conceivable scenario, she says to TT
Norway and Denmark launch defense cooperation
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Norway and Denmark launch defense cooperation

It is not enough to spend three percent of GDP on defense, says Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. She is calling for closer defense cooperation in the Nordic region – and announces a Norwegian-Danish one together with Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre
Kristersson in Kyiv: Fought for freedom for three years
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Kristersson in Kyiv: Fought for freedom for three years

Three years have passed since Russia launched a full-scale attack on its neighboring country Ukraine. Now, a number of European leaders, including Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party), are arriving in Kyiv
Major Arms Purchases Await - May Become Enormous Bottleneck
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Major Arms Purchases Await - May Become Enormous Bottleneck

The defence stocks have soared after signals that massive defence investments are expected in Europe. However, the risk is that the industry cannot scale up at the same pace
Jonson: Increased tempo is required in the defense industry
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Jonson: Increased tempo is required in the defense industry

Sweden is preparing itself in an increasingly difficult security situation. To maintain a high tempo in the buildup requires an efficient defense industry, notes Defense Minister Pål Jonson (M)
Denmark gears up: "Buy, buy, buy"
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Denmark gears up: "Buy, buy, buy"

The Danish defense is getting a supplement of 75 billion kronor. It is the country's response to a Russian buildup, says Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen (S)
Macron hosts meeting on "existential threat"
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Macron hosts meeting on "existential threat"

France's President Emmanuel Macron is once again hosting a European top meeting about the "existential threat" from Russia following the latest developments in recent days, including the situation in Ukraine.
NATO and the UN have higher confidence than the government
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NATO and the UN have higher confidence than the government

Nato and the UN have greater confidence than both the parliament and the government, shows Medieakademins 28th confidence barometer. But confidence in Swedish defence and security authorities is record-high
Frederiksen: "We will arm massively"
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Frederiksen: "We will arm massively"

Denmark is facing a massive buildup of the defense. On Wednesday, an action plan will be presented, says Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen (S) during a question hour in the parliament
Denmark arms its defense with billions
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Denmark arms its defense with billions

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