Controversy has erupted in Italy over the planned presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents assisting with security operations at the upcoming Winter Olympics. Italian officials, including former Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte and Milan’s mayor, Giuseppe Sala, have expressed strong disapproval, citing concerns about ICE’s tactics and jurisdiction. The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed ICE’s involvement, stating their role is to support the US diplomatic security service and not conduct immigration enforcement, with all security operations remaining under Italian authority. Despite reassurances from the Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, who clarified ICE’s role is limited to collaboration, some Italian lawmakers have demanded the agents be barred from entering the country.
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According to sources at the U.S. Embassy in Rome, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents will have a security role during the upcoming Milan Cortina Winter Games, supporting diplomatic security details. The agents will not be conducting immigration enforcement operations. Milan Mayor Giuseppe Sala stated ICE is not welcome in Milan, while Italian authorities have made conflicting statements regarding the agency’s confirmed deployment. The U.S. delegation, led by Vice President JD Vance, will be attending the opening ceremony of the games in February.
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During a meeting commemorating the January Uprising against Russian rule, Poland’s President emphasized that Russia remains a persistent threat to Central and Eastern Europe, regardless of its political system. The leaders, gathered in Vilnius, Lithuania, discussed defense cooperation and the importance of regional voices, such as the Lublin Triangle, being heard globally. A key focus was on defense spending and training areas, specifically the Suwałki Gap, a strategic area connecting Poland and Lithuania. The president highlighted the historical context, noting the uprising’s moral victory and the ongoing fight for freedom against imperial aggression.
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The chairman of the German Reservists Association, Patrick Sensburg, has proposed the establishment of a European brigade stationed in Greenland, citing concerns over US intentions in the strategically important Arctic region. He suggested the brigade be under Danish command, with Germany taking a leading role in the effort, thereby enhancing European unity and security independence. This move, which would involve training soldiers in challenging Arctic conditions, aims to signal Europe’s ability to defend its interests and is supported by discussions between the British government and European allies.
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President Claudia Sheinbaum’s administration has reported a significant decrease in Mexico’s murder rate since taking office in October 2024, with the daily homicide average in December 2025 falling to its lowest point since 2016. According to the National Public Security System, the national murder rate per 100,000 people for 2025 was the lowest since 2015. Despite these figures, the government faces criticism, particularly from opposition parties, who point to a high number of political assassinations and a rise in forced disappearances as evidence that the security strategy is insufficient. Security analysts note that lethal violence remains concentrated in certain states, highlighting ongoing challenges for the administration.
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Finland makes progress in cable breach investigation, police say, and it’s a situation that’s got a lot of people understandably worked up. From what’s being discussed, there’s a strong feeling that Russia is behind these breaches, and the sentiment is that more assertive action is needed. It’s not a secret anymore, according to the whispers, it’s pretty much a given. People are frustrated, and it’s easy to see why. These incidents are a direct attack on critical infrastructure, and they’re happening repeatedly. The sense of urgency is palpable.
Given the gravity of the situation, the questions being asked are spot on.… Continue reading
As part of a heightened security plan, President Trump authorized a National Guard deployment in New Orleans, commencing Tuesday, following a vehicle-ramming attack on Bourbon Street last year. This deployment, similar to previous security enhancements for events like the Super Bowl and Mardi Gras, will focus on the French Quarter and will not participate in immigration enforcement. With over 800 local, state, and federal law enforcement officials involved, the Guard will support local efforts to enhance capabilities, reduce crime, and restore public trust. This increased presence, including 350 Guard members, will remain through the Carnival season, with plans for the Guard to depart after Mardi Gras in February.
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Army chief says Switzerland can’t defend itself from full-scale attack, and it’s a statement that makes you pause and think, doesn’t it? Neutrality, that long-standing principle of Swiss foreign policy, has always been a fascinating balancing act. It works wonderfully, until someone decides to ignore it. The core of Switzerland’s security might actually lie less in repelling a land invasion and more in keeping the global banking system safe. After all, the Swiss are custodians of a vast amount of the world’s wealth.
Contributing meaningfully to the collective security of Europe would be a wise move for Switzerland. For ages, their safety has rested on the goodwill of their neighbors.… Continue reading
Moscow has moved to terminate military cooperation agreements with eleven European countries, including Germany, Poland, and the United Kingdom. These agreements, signed between 1992 and 2002, facilitated defense cooperation and mutual assistance. The decision encompasses both EU member states and those with special status in European security. This follows a previous termination of a military-technical cooperation agreement with Germany in July, citing its incompatibility with current relations.
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The FBI has offered a $50,000 reward for information leading to the capture of the shooter responsible for the deaths of two students at Brown University, as the investigation enters its fourth day. The suspect, described as having a stocky build, remains at large, and the lack of a clear image of their face has raised concerns. Community frustration is growing as investigators canvass local businesses for video footage and appeal to students for interviews. Despite the university’s surveillance systems, questions have arisen regarding the effectiveness of security measures.
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Italians Outraged by US ICE Deployment for Winter Olympics
Controversy has erupted in Italy over the planned presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents assisting with security operations at the upcoming Winter Olympics. Italian officials, including former Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte and Milan’s mayor, Giuseppe Sala, have expressed strong disapproval, citing concerns about ICE’s tactics and jurisdiction. The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed ICE’s involvement, stating their role is to support the US diplomatic security service and not conduct immigration enforcement, with all security operations remaining under Italian authority. Despite reassurances from the Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, who clarified ICE’s role is limited to collaboration, some Italian lawmakers have demanded the agents be barred from entering the country.
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ICE Agents’ Security Role at Milan-Cortina Olympics Sparks Controversy
According to sources at the U.S. Embassy in Rome, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents will have a security role during the upcoming Milan Cortina Winter Games, supporting diplomatic security details. The agents will not be conducting immigration enforcement operations. Milan Mayor Giuseppe Sala stated ICE is not welcome in Milan, while Italian authorities have made conflicting statements regarding the agency’s confirmed deployment. The U.S. delegation, led by Vice President JD Vance, will be attending the opening ceremony of the games in February.
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Poland’s President: Russia’s Leadership Poses a Persistent Threat to Europe
During a meeting commemorating the January Uprising against Russian rule, Poland’s President emphasized that Russia remains a persistent threat to Central and Eastern Europe, regardless of its political system. The leaders, gathered in Vilnius, Lithuania, discussed defense cooperation and the importance of regional voices, such as the Lublin Triangle, being heard globally. A key focus was on defense spending and training areas, specifically the Suwałki Gap, a strategic area connecting Poland and Lithuania. The president highlighted the historical context, noting the uprising’s moral victory and the ongoing fight for freedom against imperial aggression.
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European Brigade in Greenland: Debate Rages Amid US Concerns
The chairman of the German Reservists Association, Patrick Sensburg, has proposed the establishment of a European brigade stationed in Greenland, citing concerns over US intentions in the strategically important Arctic region. He suggested the brigade be under Danish command, with Germany taking a leading role in the effort, thereby enhancing European unity and security independence. This move, which would involve training soldiers in challenging Arctic conditions, aims to signal Europe’s ability to defend its interests and is supported by discussions between the British government and European allies.
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Mexico: President Claims Murder Rate Down, Skepticism Mounts
President Claudia Sheinbaum’s administration has reported a significant decrease in Mexico’s murder rate since taking office in October 2024, with the daily homicide average in December 2025 falling to its lowest point since 2016. According to the National Public Security System, the national murder rate per 100,000 people for 2025 was the lowest since 2015. Despite these figures, the government faces criticism, particularly from opposition parties, who point to a high number of political assassinations and a rise in forced disappearances as evidence that the security strategy is insufficient. Security analysts note that lethal violence remains concentrated in certain states, highlighting ongoing challenges for the administration.
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Finland Cable Breach: Calls for Stronger Action, Doubts on Current Response
Finland makes progress in cable breach investigation, police say, and it’s a situation that’s got a lot of people understandably worked up. From what’s being discussed, there’s a strong feeling that Russia is behind these breaches, and the sentiment is that more assertive action is needed. It’s not a secret anymore, according to the whispers, it’s pretty much a given. People are frustrated, and it’s easy to see why. These incidents are a direct attack on critical infrastructure, and they’re happening repeatedly. The sense of urgency is palpable.
Given the gravity of the situation, the questions being asked are spot on.… Continue reading
National Guard Deployment in New Orleans: Critics Fear It Will Cause Violence
As part of a heightened security plan, President Trump authorized a National Guard deployment in New Orleans, commencing Tuesday, following a vehicle-ramming attack on Bourbon Street last year. This deployment, similar to previous security enhancements for events like the Super Bowl and Mardi Gras, will focus on the French Quarter and will not participate in immigration enforcement. With over 800 local, state, and federal law enforcement officials involved, the Guard will support local efforts to enhance capabilities, reduce crime, and restore public trust. This increased presence, including 350 Guard members, will remain through the Carnival season, with plans for the Guard to depart after Mardi Gras in February.
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Swiss Army Chief: Switzerland Can’t Defend Against Full-Scale Attack
Army chief says Switzerland can’t defend itself from full-scale attack, and it’s a statement that makes you pause and think, doesn’t it? Neutrality, that long-standing principle of Swiss foreign policy, has always been a fascinating balancing act. It works wonderfully, until someone decides to ignore it. The core of Switzerland’s security might actually lie less in repelling a land invasion and more in keeping the global banking system safe. After all, the Swiss are custodians of a vast amount of the world’s wealth.
Contributing meaningfully to the collective security of Europe would be a wise move for Switzerland. For ages, their safety has rested on the goodwill of their neighbors.… Continue reading
Russia’s Military Agreement Withdrawals: Prelude to War or Empty Threat?
Moscow has moved to terminate military cooperation agreements with eleven European countries, including Germany, Poland, and the United Kingdom. These agreements, signed between 1992 and 2002, facilitated defense cooperation and mutual assistance. The decision encompasses both EU member states and those with special status in European security. This follows a previous termination of a military-technical cooperation agreement with Germany in July, citing its incompatibility with current relations.
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FBI Offers $50,000 Reward in Brown University Shooting, Sparks Outrage
The FBI has offered a $50,000 reward for information leading to the capture of the shooter responsible for the deaths of two students at Brown University, as the investigation enters its fourth day. The suspect, described as having a stocky build, remains at large, and the lack of a clear image of their face has raised concerns. Community frustration is growing as investigators canvass local businesses for video footage and appeal to students for interviews. Despite the university’s surveillance systems, questions have arisen regarding the effectiveness of security measures.
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