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China-Japan row signals new era of ‘wolf warrior’ diplomacy
Japan's new Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae has provoked a diplomatic crisis with China by hinting at potential Japanese military intervention if China invades Taiwan. This has prompted a strong retalia...
Donald Trump Threatens Over Greenland: It Will Be By Way Of Purchase Or Through Hostile Takeover
US President Donald Trump has hinted at potential interest in acquiring Greenland, suggesting that the acquisition could happen either through negotiation and purchase or by more hostile means. This s...
Somalia calls Israeli FM visit to Somaliland an 'incursion'
The Foreign Minister of Israel visited Somaliland on Tuesday, which Somalia has condemned as an unauthorized incursion. Prior to the visit, Israel officially recognized Somaliland’s sovereignty, marki...
Zelensky Seeks Five-Decade Security Guarantees From Trump
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed interest in receiving long-term security guarantees from U.S. President Donald Trump covering a period of 50 years, according to recent reports. Th...
Zelenskyy Holds Extensive Talks With US Team During Christmas On Peace Efforts
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy engaged in extensive talks with a U.S. delegation over the Christmas period, focusing on peace efforts related to the ongoing conflict....
Bundestag: We Must Take Trump Seriously, Open Criticism Will Reject Him From Ukraine Talks
A report suggests that German MPs believe it is crucial to take US President Donald Trump seriously in discussions involving Ukraine. They argue open criticism would alienate him and harm negotiations...
India–Pakistan Conflict Risk In 2026, Says US Think Tank
A U.S.-based think tank, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), has identified a medium chance of renewed armed conflict between India and Pakistan in the near future. This projection is based on inp...
'India's BRICS Chairmanship Will Seek To Bring Global Welfare,' EAM Jaishankar Says
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted at the launch of India's official website and logo for its upcoming BRICS Presidency in 2026 that India aims to utilize its chairship to enha...
Becoming American? No! Says Greenland
Greenland has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining its status as an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark and rejected any notion of aligning more closely with the United States or ot...
Zelenskyy says he will meet with Trump in Florida on Sunday
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced plans to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in Florida this Sunday, according to NBC New York's report....
American Sea Power in the Asia-Pacific
Francis Sempa discusses the potential for war between the United States and China in the western Pacific within the next several years. This scenario is prompted by military exercises conducted by bot...
Zoltán Fehér and Valbona Zeneli in The National Interest
Zoltán Fehér and Valbona Zeneli published an article entitled 'Europe’s China Awakening' on November 24th, 2025, in The National Interest, discussing Europe's evolving perceptions and responses toward...
Where Do We Stand After a Year of Trump?
The article provides an overview of European media's perspectives and reactions to US President Donald Trump's policies and actions over the past year....
Venezuela’s Foreign Relations Under Maduro and After
In 2019, Imdat Oner and Lana Shehadeh argued that Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro sought alliances with authoritarian nations due to his isolation from the U.S. and much of Latin America. Six yea...
Buckle up for a volatile year of Trump-Xi, Taiwan and Kim
The article suggests that Asia will experience increased volatility in 2026 due to tensions involving the United States (under a hypothetical Trump presidency), China, Taiwan, and North Korea. While o...
Netanyahu supports protest movement in Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expressed his support for the ongoing protests in Iran. The exact nature and implications of this statement have not been detailed but suggest alignment w...
Explainer-Why is Somaliland strategically important?
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar met with the President of Somaliland, following Israel's recognition of Somaliland as an independent state. Other countries are considering similar actions despite...
Zakharova Accuses Kiev's Sponsors of Terrorist Attack in Kherson Region
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova criticized unnamed sponsors supporting Ukraine for orchestrating what she calls a terrorist attack in the Kherson region....
Will Kurti’s 4th victory reshape Kosovo’s foreign relations? | A Debrief with Yll Sadiku
A discussion between Ilva Tare and Yll Sadiku on the outcomes of Kosovo's recent election, focusing on how Albin Kurti’s fourth victory will impact the country’s foreign policy....
Venezuela condemns US arms sale to Taiwan, echoing Beijing’s position
On Monday, Venezuela criticized the United States for its decision to approve arms sales to Taiwan, supporting China's position on this issue. The Venezuelan foreign ministry stated that such a move i...
Trump Welcomes Zelenskyy For Talks, Asserts Russia And Ukraine Both Want Peace, However Elusive
US President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for discussions on bilateral relations and the ongoing situation between Ukraine and Russia. Despite acknowledging challenges...
Greenland Home Rule Government: Will Not Accept US Ambitions of Annexation
The Greenland Home Rule Government has made it clear that they will not tolerate any attempts by the United States to annex parts or all of Greenland under any circumstances....
Timing of German Chancellor Merz's India Visit Particularly Significant: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz made his first official visit to India on January 12, 2026, receiving a warm welcome in Ahmedabad. This was Merz's inaugural trip to Asia and to India since taking off...
Consul-General Revach Calls India, Israel 'Strategic Allies, Partners' In Fighting Terrorism
Israel's Consul-General in Mumbai, Yaniv Revach, described India and Israel as strategic allies and partners against terrorism during a speech in Nagpur on December 30, 2025. He highlighted the shared...
Zaharova: Trump Freed Two Russians from Oil Tanker 'Mariner'
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova commented on the release of two Russian citizens who were detained aboard an oil tanker named 'Mariner'. She indicated that former US President Do...
Zelenskyy Says Meeting With Trump Will Happen Soon
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he will meet with US President Donald Trump in the near future....
Pete Hegseth Mocks Russian Air Defenses After US Venezuela Incursion
During an event, Pete Hegseth mocked Russian air defenses after about 200 American personnel conducted a mission in Caracas, Venezuela. He suggested that the presence of these American forces indicate...
Prime Minister Modi Mourns The Death of Bangladesh's Former PM Khaleda Zia
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Bangladeshi Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia, who passed away at 80. He posted condolences on X t...
Neither a Hyperpower nor a Fortress
The article critiques 'America First' policy as being vague and reactive rather than proactive. It argues that this stance lacks clarity in defining U.S. foreign objectives or commitments, emphasizing...
NATO Chief and Mark Rutte Arrive in Croatia, to be Met by Milanovic
The NATO Secretary General and Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte have arrived in Croatia where they will meet with Croatian President Zoran Milanovic....
Trump Considers Ukraine Economic Recovery and Job Creation Top Priority - Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy indicates that former U.S. President Donald Trump views the economic recovery of Ukraine, along with job creation within the country, as a top priority....
Vladimir Putin Sends New Year's Best Wishes to Indian President and Prime Minister
Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent best wishes for the New Year to Indian President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In his messages, Putin expressed hope that Russian-Indian ti...
Russia Makes Statement on Ukrainian Presidential Elections
Russian officials have issued a statement regarding Ukraine's upcoming presidential election, though specific details of the statement are not provided....
Prime Minister Carney Speaks With President Zelensky Of Ukraine
Prime Minister Carney held a conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussing matters of mutual interest and strategic importance between the two countries....
Zelensky Says Meeting With Trump Could Occur Soon
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has indicated that a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump may take place in the near future, although no exact details or dates have been provided....
Takaichi says door remains open for China communications
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has stated that the door for communication with China remains open. She aims to maintain a constructive and stable relationship with Beijing, a goal consistent t...
US President Makes Curious Statement on Greenland Defense
The US President made an unusual statement regarding the defense of Greenland. Details and context of the statement were not provided in the given title....
Finland Acknowledges Putin's Correctness
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Denmark Proposes Saving Greenland by Relocating Prince's Residence
A proposal suggests that relocating the residence of Denmark’s Crown Prince Frederick to Greenland could bolster the country's economy and political importance....
Meloni Speaks on US Military Intervention in Greenland
The article discusses statements made by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni regarding alleged military intervention by the United States in Greenland. It portrays Meloni's comments as neo-fascist a...
South Koreans puzzled over Busan airport backdrop in US warning to Maduro
A social media post from the White House featuring a black-and-white image of President Trump showing what appears to be Busan airport in South Korea as background has puzzled internet users in South ...
Andriy Sybiha Holds Phone Talks With Polish Foreign Minister
Andriy Sybiha, likely referring to Andriy Sybiha, the head of Ukraine's Presidential Administration at the time, held a phone conversation with Radosław Sikorski, Poland's then-Foreign Minister. The e...
Kim Jong Un sent New Year's greetings to Putin via telegram
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has sent a telegram of goodwill to Russian President Vladimir Putin on the occasion of the New Year celebrations....
Vice-President Vance Wishes US Envoy Sergio Gor On Onset of His Arrival In India
US Vice President JD Vance congratulated US Ambassador to India and Special Envoy to South and Central Asia, Sergio Gor, on his arrival in New Delhi via social media platform X with high regards....