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NATO discussing practical next steps on Arctic security, Rutte says
NATO allies are discussing practical next steps to strengthen Arctic security, according to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, speaking on Monday (Jan. 12) in Zagreb. At a joint press conference with Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković, Rutte said all allies recognise the strategic importance of the Arctic as sea routes open and geopolitical competition increases.…
Trump warns Iran and says “one way or the other, we’re going to have Greenland”
US President Donald Trump said the United States is considering “very strong options” in response to Iran’s crackdown on nationwide protests, including the possibility of military action. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump said Iran’s leadership was starting to cross a US red line and warned that any attack on American interests or…
India and Germany deepen defence and trade ties under Modi–Merz talks
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, to deepen economic, industrial and security cooperation between India and Europe’s largest economy. Germany is India’s largest trading partner in the EU, and both leaders said ties would be expanded across trade, defence and strategic industries. Key developments: • A roadmap for…
Sudan government returns to Khartoum after nearly three years of war
Sudan’s government has formally returned to Khartoum, almost three years after relocating to Port Sudan following the outbreak of war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in April 2023. Speaking in the capital, Prime Minister Kamil Idris said the move marked the return of national governance and pledged to…
Danish MP: Military confrontation over Greenland would be ‘the dumbest war in history’
In a recent interview, Danish MP Rasmus Jarlov, chair of Denmark’s Defence Committee, criticised US President Donald Trump’s repeated claims that Russia and China pose a security threat to Greenland and that the United States should assert control over the autonomous Danish territory. Jarlov described Trump’s assertions of foreign threats as unfounded, noting both countries…
South Africa hosts BRICS naval drills amid rising tensions with the United States
South Africa has defended its week-long “Will for Peace 2026” naval exercises with Russia, China, Iran and other partners as essential for maritime security, despite rising geopolitical tensions. The drills off Cape Town come as relations between US President Donald Trump’s administration and several BRICS Plus countries have deteriorated, and after Washington intensified pressure on…
Pope Leo XIV: ‘War is back in vogue and a zeal for war is spreading’
“War is back in vogue and a zeal for war is spreading,” declared Pope Leo XIV in his 2026 ‘State of the World’ address to the diplomatic corps, warning that force is displacing dialogue and that the post-World War II prohibition on aggressive war is eroding. He situated the warning in a landscape of overlapping…
Trump says ‘Europe has to get its act together’ as he raises Greenland and Iran warnings
US President Donald Trump used a White House appearance to criticise Europe’s security posture, warn against Russian or Chinese influence in Greenland, and threaten economic strikes on Iran if violence against protesters escalates. Trump said Europe “has to get its act together” on defence and migration, while claiming Russia fears US power but not European…
Macron: The US is ‘freeing itself from the international rules it was promoting until recently’
Speaking to French ambassadors at the Élysée Palace, Macron said institutions of multilateralism were functioning less effectively and that international relations were increasingly shaped by competition between major powers. Macron added that “the United States is “gradually turning away from some of its allies and freeing itself from the international rules it was promoting until…
Chinese, Iranian warships dock in South Africa for ‘Will for Peace’ drills
Chinese and Iranian warships have docked near South Africa’s main naval base ahead of a multinational naval exercise said to be involving Russia, raising fresh diplomatic sensitivities in 2026. The “Will for Peace” drills will run from 9–16 January in waters off False Bay, near Cape Town, hosted by the South African National Defence Force…
Trump withdraws US from 66 international organisations
US President Donald Trump has ordered the United States to withdraw from 66 international organisations, accelerating Washington’s retreat from multilateral cooperation. A White House memorandum dated 7 January 2026 directs US departments to end participation in and funding for 31 United Nations bodies and 35 non-UN organisations “as soon as possible”. US Secretary of State…
Defence Secretary Healey confirms UK assist in US seizure of Russian-flagged tanker
The UK has confirmed it provided logistical and intelligence support to a US operation that seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the Atlantic, north-west of Britain and Ireland, citing sanctions enforcement and international law. Defence Secretary John Healey said British forces assisted after a formal US request but did not take part in boarding the…
US seizes Venezuela-linked oil tankers in Atlantic and Caribbean operations
The United States has seized two Venezuela-linked oil tankers as part of its sanctions enforcement campaign. • The Bella-1 / Marinera, a re-flagged Russian-linked tanker, was seized near Iceland after tracking by U.S. and allied forces for sanctions violations involving Venezuelan oil. • The M/T Sophia, described as a stateless “dark fleet” tanker, was intercepted…
US says military “always an option” on Greenland as Europe pushes back
The Trump administration is considering a range of options — including potential military involvement — to pursue control of Greenland, describing the Arctic territory as a US national security priority. “President [Donald] Trump has made it well known that acquiring Greenland is a national security priority of the United States, and it’s vital to deter…
Jeffrey Sachs briefs UN Security Council as debate grows over US action in Venezuela
Economist and professor Jeffrey Sachs briefed the UN Security Council on 5 January on what he described as a long-standing pattern of unlawful United States regime-change operations, with a focus on Venezuela. Sachs argued that US actions — including military force, covert operations, sanctions, and political pressure — violate the UN Charter and contribute to…
Egypt aligns with Saudi Arabia on Yemen and Sudan as regional tensions rise
Egypt says it is aligned with Saudi Arabia on conflicts in Yemen and Sudan, amid rising regional instability and widening divisions within the Gulf. During talks in Cairo, President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud said their governments share “identical” positions on resolving regional crises, according to the…
“Our challenge for this year is to prove that politics can deliver”: Starmer at first 2026 cabinet meeting
At the first Cabinet meeting of 2026, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer told ministers that “our challenge for this year is to prove that politics can deliver”, urging discipline and a renewed focus on easing the cost of living. Starmer said voters would ultimately judge Labour on whether people feel better off, whether public services…
UN Security Council hears sharp exchanges over US action in Venezuela
The UN Security Council met in emergency session on threats to international peace and security on Monday (Jan. 5) following the US operation in Venezuela and the arrest of President Nicolás Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores. US Ambassador Mike Waltz said the operation was a lawful “law-enforcement action” to execute long-standing criminal indictments, not…
Denmark warns US military action on Greenland would end NATO’s security order
Denmark has warned that any US military action against Greenland would fundamentally undermine the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) and European security. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said on Danish television that Washington was ‘serious’ about seeking control of Greenland and warned of the consequences: “If the US chooses to attack another NATO country militarily, everything…
China moves to strengthen ties with Ireland amid EU trade tensions
China is seeking to expand economic and trade cooperation with Ireland, positioning stronger bilateral ties as a pathway to improving relations with the European Union, according to President Xi Jinping. Speaking with Prime Minister Micheál Martin at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China, stressed…
Trump signals action on Colombia, Mexico, Iran and Greenland on return to Washington
President Donald Trump used remarks aboard Air Force One on 4 January to outline a more assertive US foreign policy toward Latin America, Iran, and Greenland. He linked instability in Venezuela, Colombia, and Cuba to narcotics trafficking, warned of potential US action in response to violence in Iran, and reiterated claims over Greenland on national…
Former MI6 chief: US action in Venezuela was an ‘assertion of raw American power’
Former MI6 Chief Sir John Sawers has raised concerns over the legal basis of the US operation that removed Nicolás Maduro, former President of Venezuela. Speaking to Sky News’ Trevor Phillips, Sawers said the action would not have been considered lawful under UK or European legal standards, noting that Washington appears to rely on US…
London emerges as testbed for US–China robotaxi rivalry
London is set to become the first city where US and Chinese robotaxis operate side-by-side, following the UK government’s decision to permit commercial autonomous vehicle trials in 2026. Waymo, owned by Alphabet, has begun testing autonomous Jaguar vehicles in the capital. Baidu plans to deploy its RT6 robotaxis through partnerships with Uber and Lyft. The…
Somaliland denies agreeing to resettle Palestinians or host Israeli bases
Somaliland has denied claims that it agreed to host Israeli military facilities or resettle displaced Palestinians from Gaza in exchange for diplomatic recognition. In a statement on Thursday, Somaliland’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said its engagement with Israel was “purely diplomatic” and conducted “in full respect of international law”. The denial followed comments by Somalia’s…
Consumers warned of higher electronics prices as AI demand tightens chip supply
Consumers are being warned to expect higher prices for smartphones, computers and home electronics as artificial intelligence demand tightens global semiconductor supply. Manufacturers including Dell, Lenovo, Raspberry Pi and Xiaomi say shortages of memory chips are driving cost pressures across the industry. • Jeff Clarke, Chief Operating Officer at Dell, said the company had never…
UN Security Council members criticise Israel’s recognition of Somaliland
Most members of the UN Security Council (UNSC) criticised Israel’s recognition of Somaliland at an emergency meeting in New York, warning it could undermine Somalia’s sovereignty and destabilise the Horn of Africa. Somalia’s UN ambassador, Abu Bakr Dahir Osman, called the move an “act of aggression” and raised concerns it could be linked to proposals…
“Closer than ever before with both parties”: Trump on Ukraine peace talks after Zelensky meeting
US President Donald Trump said peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia are “closer than ever before with both parties” following talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Florida. Trump said discussions have intensified over the past month, but that major obstacles — particularly territorial issues — remain unresolved. He added that any final agreement would…
Canada announces C$2.5bn aid package during Zelenskyy visit ahead of Washington peace talks
Canada has announced a CAN$2.5 billion economic support package for Ukraine during a visit by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, as diplomatic efforts intensify to end the war with Russia. Zelenskyy met Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in Halifax on Saturday (Dec. 27), where the funding was confirmed before closed-door talks between the two leaders. The Ukrainian…
Global dealmaking hits $4.5tn in 2025 as megadeals reshape markets
Worldwide mergers and acquisitions reached $4.5tn in 2025, the highest level since 2021, driven by a surge in large-scale corporate transactions and supportive financial conditions. Dealmakers cited buoyant equity markets, accessible financing, and a more permissive regulatory environment in the US as key drivers of renewed activity. Key developments • Global M&A volumes rose nearly…
Israel becomes first country to formally recognise Somaliland’s sovereignty
Israel has formally recognised Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state, becoming the first country to do so. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Gideon Saar signed a mutual declaration with President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi on Friday (Dec. 26), confirming the move. Netanyahu said the recognition was “in the spirit” of the Abraham Accords,…
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