Europe
Russia
‘Pressure, Not Patience’ – US Lawmakers Urge Trump Administration to Sink Putin’s ‘Shadow Fleet’
Bipartisan Helsinki Commission leaders press the administration to match EU action against Russia’s oil-smuggling armada, arguing the ships bankroll the war and threaten global security.
Jan. 16, 2026
Europe
Foreign Minister Calls for ‘Energy Ramstein’ to Battle Heating Crisis
While the Foreign Minister appeals to allies for more aid, in addition to billions they’ve already granted, Kyiv remains embroiled in energy-embezzlement inquiries.
Jan. 16, 2026
Ukraine
Police Target Ukrainians and Russian in Ransomware Probe
Between March 2022 and February 2025, its members extorted hundreds of millions of euros from around 600 companies and public institutions around the world, the prosecutors said.
Jan. 15, 2026
Putin
Putin to Brief Foreign Envoys on Moscow’s Foreign Policy
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Russian President Vladimir Putin will address foreign ambassadors on Thursday, including representatives from several Western countries.
Jan. 15, 2026
NATO
No Deal, No Retreat: Trump’s Unyielding Greenland Push Sparks Diplomatic Cold War in Arctic
White House pitches NATO logic, Nordic allies push back, Congress fumes as Trump reframes the Arctic as a missile-defense prize.
Jan. 15, 2026
NATO
Real NATO Crisis Isn’t Europe – It’s Washington, McConnell Warns
The longest-serving party leader in US history defends the transatlantic alliance, rebukes talk of seizing Greenland, and argues that America – not its allies – has become NATO’s weak link.
Jan. 15, 2026
Europe
European NATO Allies Move to Reinforce Greenland as Diplomacy Fails
Germany, France, Sweden and the UK are set to join the Denmark-led mission after talks at the White House failed to ease tensions over the Arctic island.
Jan. 14, 2026
Russia
UK Says Seized Russia-Flagged Tanker Enters Its Waters
The Bella-1, or Marinera, was seized last week after evading the US coast guard for roughly a fortnight.
Jan. 14, 2026
EU
Brussels Refuses to Confirm Greenland Covered by EU Defense Clause as Trump Escalates Threats
Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius recently said Article 42.7 of the EU Treaty would “definitely” apply if the US invaded the mineral-rich Danish territory
Jan. 14, 2026
Sweden
Sweden Sends Military Officers to Greenland Amid Trump’s Escalating Threats
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson confirmed that personnel have deployed to Greenland at Denmark’s request, as part of Operation Arctic Endurance.
Jan. 14, 2026
War in Ukraine
EU Governments Push for Ukraine Negotiator as US Talks With Russia Advance
European capitals fear being sidelined in any agreement that could affect Ukraine’s future and their security.
Jan. 14, 2026
Ukraine
US Lawmakers Move to Fence off Trump on NATO as Greenland Rhetoric Rattles Allies
As the White House prepares for sensitive talks with Denmark and Greenland, Congress moves to lock in a hard line on alliance unity.
Jan. 14, 2026
NATO
Ukraine Seeks More Patriot, NASAMS Missiles as Kyiv Freezes After Russian Energy Strikes
Ukraine urged NATO allies to rush Patriot and NASAMS missiles as Russian strikes left about 500,000 people in Kyiv alone without heat, electricity and water, and more across the country.
Jan. 13, 2026
Ukraine
Fico Vowed ‘Not a Single Bullet to Ukraine’ – But Slovakia is Selling More Arms Than Ever
While the government in Bratislava has turned away from arming Kyiv, Slovakia’s private arms makers are profiting from selling weapons to Ukraine.
Jan. 13, 2026
Ukraine
‘We Should Be Crushing Russia’ – US Lawmakers Send Stark Message to India on Moscow Ties
At a Washington panel, bipartisan voices urge India to leverage its economic and strategic clout to pressure Russia, signaling a pivotal moment in US-India diplomacy.
Jan. 13, 2026
Ukraine
‘Our Commitment is Crucial’ – Berlin Tests Washington’s Resolve as Red Lines Blur on Ukraine, Greenland
Behind the warm words in Washington, Germany’s top diplomat is probing how far the US is willing to go to defend Ukraine and NATO, as talk of a Greenland takeover tests the ‘ironclad’ partnership.
Jan. 13, 2026
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