Hundreds of world leaders and delegates are set to attend the Munich Security Conference this weekend — with conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, and other hot spots — on the agenda. As Henry Ridgwell reports, all eyes will be on the approach of the new U.S. delegation.
US media report Trump administration plans to put USAID under State Department, echoing similar move by Britain
The Trump administration last month paused funding for the U.S. Agency for International Development amid reports that it may be put under State Department control. Britain's recent similar move to restructure its foreign aid could offer lessons for Washington. Henry Ridgwell reports from London.
Spain missed NATO’s 2% of GDP defense spending target in 2024, as Trump demands 5% pledge
Greenlanders hope US president’s interest could drive bid to break away from Denmark
U.S. President Donald Trump has repeatedly said that America needs to take control of Greenland from Denmark for, in his words, “international security.” But as Henry Ridgwell reports, the global attention is driving a desire among many native Greenlanders to determine their own political future.
Around 50 survivors joined world leaders Monday at the site of the Nazi death camp at Auschwitz in Poland, on the 80th anniversary of its liberation in World War II – marked around the world as International Holocaust Memorial Day. Henry Ridgwell reports.
Many survivors of the Nazi death camp spoke of fears over renewed conflict and the fate of democracy
Danish-owned Arctic island is rich in rare earth elements, but investors remain wary of risks
Greenland’s mineral wealth is in the global spotlight after U.S. President Donald Trump said he wants to take control of the island from Denmark. But until now, Greenland’s mining industry has struggled to turn a profit. Could that be about to change? Henry Ridgwell reports from Greenland.
Danish-controlled Arctic island lies on shortest route for Russian missiles targeting US soil
U.S. President Donald Trump this week repeated his assertion that American control of Greenland is vital for “international security.” As Henry Ridgwell reports, Denmark, which owns the island, has admitted failing to invest in its security, amid growing threats from Russia and China.
Greenland’s government says it's ‘not for sale’ — but sees common ground with new US president
Greenland says it’s 'not for sale' — but sees common ground with new US president
US President Joe Biden reportedly pushing for Europe to seize assets as future leverage over Moscow
Western countries froze around $300 billion of Russian state assets after Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Most of the assets are held in Europe.
The death toll from Israel’s war against Hamas militants in Gaza is far higher than official figures, according to a new analysis. Henry Ridgwell reports from London.
Israel says report does ‘not reflect the situation on the ground’
Denmark warns Trump that Greenland is not for sale but seeks cooperation on Arctic security
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