The White House has revealed it is discussing various options for acquiring Greenland, a semi-autonomous region of Denmark, citing national security concerns. These options include potentially utilizing the U.S. military. This has prompted strong reactions, including a joint statement of support for Denmark from several European allies who expressed their commitment to respecting Greenland’s territorial integrity. Furthermore, US officials have also discussed the possibility of purchasing the island or establishing a “Compact of Free Association.” These discussions have sparked debate over Greenland’s future and its relationship with the U.S. and Denmark.
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Reports indicate that a Russian submarine and naval vessels are escorting an oil tanker, which the US Coast Guard attempted to board in the Caribbean due to alleged sanctions violations. The tanker has altered course towards Europe, coinciding with the arrival of US military aircraft. Russia claims the vessel is operating legally in international waters and that it is monitoring the situation with concern. The US has reportedly planned to board the ship and seeks to seize it.
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In response to renewed interest from the U.S. regarding Greenland, European leaders issued a joint statement emphasizing that Arctic security requires collective action within NATO and adherence to international principles. The statement, signed by multiple European heads of state, affirmed that Greenland belongs to its people and that decisions concerning it rest solely with Denmark and Greenland. Greenland’s Prime Minister welcomed the European support and called for respectful diplomatic dialogue with the U.S. through established channels, underscoring the importance of respecting Greenland’s status under international law.
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The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) finalized a deal with nearly 150 countries to prevent large global companies from shifting profits to low-tax nations, a plan initially developed in 2021. This revised agreement excludes large U.S.-based multinational corporations from the 15% global minimum tax, following negotiations. The deal aims to enhance tax certainty and protect tax bases while stopping companies from utilizing tax havens, such as Bermuda and the Cayman Islands. However, critics, including tax transparency groups, argue that this amended plan could allow major American companies to continue avoiding taxes.
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Following President Trump’s statements about taking over Greenland, which sparked controversy and warnings about the implications for NATO, Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has voiced strong support for Denmark. Starmer affirmed that Greenland’s future lies with Denmark, a close NATO ally, echoing the Danish Prime Minister’s stance. While condemning Trump’s rhetoric, Starmer and other Labour ministers have been less direct in condemning the US’s actions in Venezuela. This contrast in responses highlights a complex political situation regarding international law and the actions of the US government.
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The United Nations Security Council convened an emergency meeting following the US’s actions in Venezuela, which were widely condemned as a “crime of aggression.” Multiple countries, including Brazil, China, and Russia, denounced the US’s military strikes and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, viewing it as a violation of Venezuela’s sovereignty and a dangerous precedent. While the US defended its actions as a law enforcement operation, experts questioned the legality, citing a lack of UN authorization and Venezuelan consent. Despite the widespread condemnation, the Security Council remained divided, and a collective response was unlikely due to the US’s veto power.
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Denmark Says US Attack on Greenland Would Mean End of NATO. Well, that’s a headline that grabs your attention, doesn’t it? It seems pretty straightforward: if the U.S. were to attack Greenland, a Danish territory, the entire North Atlantic Treaty Organization would crumble. And this isn’t just a random speculation; it’s coming from Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. She’s essentially saying that an attack on another NATO member is a red line. If it happens, the mutual defense pact that has kept the peace in Europe for decades goes out the window.
Why would the U.S. even consider attacking Greenland? The motivations, as hinted at in the input, seem to revolve around a particular political faction that has long expressed a desire to weaken or even end NATO.… Continue reading
According to a statement released on Cuban state TV, a U.S. military operation in Venezuela over the weekend resulted in the deaths of 32 Cuban officers. These officers were participating in a mission requested by Venezuela’s government. The Cuban government declared two days of mourning for the fallen officers, whose names and positions were not immediately released. U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed the operation, noting a significant loss of life on the opposing side, while U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted Cuban involvement in Venezuela’s internal security apparatus.
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Following a US military operation to abduct Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, Cuba has declared two days of mourning for 32 Cuban citizens killed during the operation. The state-run Prensa Latina agency reported these “fighters” died in direct combat while assisting Venezuela’s military at their request, while Maduro and his wife were flown to New York to face drug-related charges. US President Donald Trump stated a significant number of Cubans were killed, while the UN Security Council is set to discuss the controversial intervention, which has drawn condemnation from Russia and China, who have called for Maduro’s safety and accused the US of violating international law.
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China says it cannot accept countries acting as world judge after US captures Maduro, and honestly, you can’t help but see this statement as a bit of a “pot calling the kettle black” situation. It’s a classic example of geopolitical posturing, isn’t it? You can practically hear the collective eye roll from the rest of the world. After all, the very countries that are now bristling at the US’s actions haven’t exactly been choirboys on the international stage.
The world remembers, or at least many people remember, China’s silence on the invasion of Ukraine. Where was the condemnation of Russia then?… Continue reading
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