France to launch Greenland consulate in ‘political signal’ to US
Washington’s threats to seize the strategic island have sparked a crisis among NATO states.
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Do Russia and China pose a national security threat to the US in Greenland?
White House says President Donald Trump still wants to buy Greenland, but has said military means are an option, too.
European leaders hit back at Trump’s US takeover designs on Greenland
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen says a US attack on Greenland would be the end of NATO.
From: NewsFeed
Greenland warns Trump against any ‘fantasies’ of annexation
Greenland’s leader says there’s no room for ‘threats, pressure, and talk of annexation’ after a new warning from the US.
Published On 5 Jan 2026
Russia deploys hypersonic Oreshnik missiles in Belarus amid Europe tensions
Moscow has positioned nuclear-capable hypersonic missiles in Belarus as tensions rise in Europe.
From: Quotable
Ukraine will try “to get some concessions” from Trump at meeting
Ben Aris talks about the meeting on Dec 28 between Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and US President Trump
Published On 28 Dec 2025
UK youth to be offered military ‘gap year’ in bid to boost defence: Report
UK plans to boost ranks of armed forces by offering young people paid military experience amid growing Russian threats.
Polish jets intercept Russian reconnaissance plane spotted near airspace
Poland’s defence minister said Russian aircraft was ‘escorted’ from area and did not pose immediate security threat.
US Senate passes $901bn defence bill
Legislation reflects Democrats’ efforts to seek tighter oversight of Trump administration’s military action.
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Russia-Ukraine war: Is a ceasefire deal on the horizon?
Experts say a ceasefire deal is unlikely to be close, as many sticking points remain.
Trump says deal to end Ukraine war ‘closer than ever’ after Berlin talks
European leaders say they and US are committed to working together to provide ‘robust security guarantees’ for Ukraine.
