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How Israel’s recognition of Somaliland risks destabilising the region
Israel's recognition of Somaliland might lead to increased domestic strife, regional militarization and insurgencies in neighboring nations. Experts warn the move could escalate tensions with groups l...
Germany Plans to Propose NATO Cooperation for Arctic Security
Germany intends to propose enhanced cooperation within NATO for bolstering security and stability in the Arctic region. The move aims at addressing growing geopolitical concerns over territorial dispu...
NATO Considers Strengthening Security in Arctic After Trump Escalation
Following recent escalations under President Trump's administration related to geopolitical tensions in the Arctic, NATO is considering ways to enhance security measures within this region....
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...
With the exception of US, all G7 nations condemn newly-approved Israeli settlements
The Group of 7 (G7) nations, except for the United States, have condemned Israel's approval of new settlements in the occupied West Bank, a move that is illegal under international law. The statement ...
Belgian Defense Minister Francken says there is a need for NATO initiative in the Arctic region
Belgian Defense Minister Pieter De Crem (likely mistakenly referred as Francken) has stated that NATO needs to take more initiative in the Arctic. This highlights growing strategic importance of the a...
Ten countries warn Israel’s Gaza blockade is worsening as winter deepens
Foreign ministers from ten countries expressed alarm over worsening humanitarian conditions in Gaza as winter arrives. The statement highlighted inadequate shelter for 1.3 million people and insuffici...
With the exception of US, all G7 nations condemn newly-approved Israeli settlements
The Group of 7 (G7) member states, excluding the United States, have condemned Israel's approval of new settlement construction in the occupied West Bank. The statement, signed by Belgium, Canada, Den...
‘Ready to Defend Our Values Wherever Necessary’ – Scandinavia Stands Firm With Denmark over Greenland
Leaders from Denmark, Sweden and Iceland criticized President Trump's 'threatening rhetoric' towards Greenland during conferences held in the respective countries on Sunday....
Nordic officials reportedly dismiss Trump’s Greenland claims
According to Financial Times reports, Nordic diplomats assert that intelligence does not support recent US concerns about Russian and Chinese naval presence near Greenland, questioning the basis for p...
Somaliland recognition prompts celebrations, condemnation
On Sunday, residents of various towns in Somaliland gathered to celebrate Israel's recognition of the breakaway region. This move was condemned by Somalia’s president as a threat to stability in the H...