… US officials have not raised the possibility of somehow seizing control of Greenland during talks, something that Denmark and NATO have publicly rejected. …
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… The UK is viewed as a key and constant ally inside Nato and alongside the EU. On Monday, the UK announced its latest sanctions package against Russia, for example. …
‘Britain at the heart of Europe’: How Starmer’s plans are going down in the EU… In that speech he said Russia was fighting a “just” war and called Ukraine an “aggressive force” that was being “armed and supported by the whole bloc of Nato”. …
Putin says he thinks Ukraine conflict ‘coming to an end’Vladimir Putin has used his annual Victory Day speech in Moscow’s Red Square to justify his war in Ukraine and denounce Nato. …
Putin denounces Nato at scaled back Victory Day parade… Trump is a longtime critic of the Nato alliance and has berated allies for not joining in his plans to reopen the strategic shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, which has been effectively closed by Iran. …
Trump’s ‘irresponsible war’ to blame for economic slowdown, German minister says… President Nicusor Dan, who is now expected to try to rebuild the coalition under a different prime minister, has sought to give reassurances that Romania – an EU and Nato member which borders Ukraine – will retain its pro-Brussels stance. …
Romanian Prime Minister ousted in no-confidence vote… Africa Command’s largest annual joint exercise, aimed at improving interoperability among U.S. Forces, NATO Allies and African partner nations. …
2 US troops missing in MoroccoGermany’s defence minister has said the US decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from his country was “foreseeable”, as the NATO military alliance says it is seeking clarification from Washington. …
Germany says US troop withdrawal ‘foreseeable’ as Trump warns of more ‘cuts’Germany’s defence minister has said the US decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from his country was “foreseeable”, as the Nato military alliance says it is seeking clarification from Washington. …
Germany says US troop withdrawal ‘foreseeable’ as Nato seeks clarification… decision follows a thorough review of the Department’s force posture in Europe and is in recognition of theater requirements and conditions on the ground,” he said. “We expect the withdrawal to be completed over the next six to twelve months.” Trump, a longtime critic of the Nato …
US to cut troop levels in Germany by 5,000 amid Trump spat with Merz
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US seeks three new military bases in Greenland
The News
The US is in advanced negotiations with Denmark to open three new military bases in southern Greenland, with talks progressing after President Trump's earlier controversial remarks about seizing the territory. US officials have proposed that the bases be formally designated as US sovereign territory.
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Today
US seeks three new military bases in Greenland
The US is in advanced negotiations with Denmark to open three new military bases in southern Greenland, with talks progressing after President Trump's earlier controversial remarks about seizing the territory. US officials have proposed that the bases be formally designated as US sovereign territory.
7 hours ago · Joy Online →
Yesterday
Starmer seeks closer EU ties after local election losses
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged to rebuild Britain's relationship with Europe following poor local election results, proposing to put Britain "at the heart of Europe" through tighter links with the EU, though analysts called the speech lacking in concrete proposals.
12 hours ago · Joy Online →
Putin says Ukraine conflict is coming to an end
Russian President Vladimir Putin said he believes Russia's conflict with Ukraine is coming to an end, speaking after a scaled-back military parade in Moscow on Victory Day. He condemned Western support for Kyiv and said he would only meet President Zelensky once a lasting peace deal was agreed.
11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
Saturday 9 May
Putin uses Victory Day speech to justify Ukraine war
Vladimir Putin used his annual Victory Day speech in Moscow's Red Square to justify his war in Ukraine and denounce NATO, calling it a "just" war and characterizing Ukraine as an "aggressive force" armed and supported by NATO. The celebrations were scaled back for security reasons, and Russia and Ukraine agreed to a three-day ceasefire announced by US President Donald Trump, though Russia's defence ministry later accused Ukraine of breaking it.
9 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Friday 8 May
German minister blames US-Iran war for tax revenue drop
Germany's finance minister Lars Klingbeil has attributed a €70bn downgrade in projected tax revenues for 2026-2030 to Donald Trump's "irresponsible war in Iran," which he said caused a "global energy shock" harming the German economy.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 6 May
Romanian Prime Minister removed in parliamentary no-confidence vote
Romanian MPs voted to remove Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan after the left-wing Social Democrats abandoned his four-party coalition and joined the far-right opposition, citing disagreements over austerity measures. President Nicusor Dan is expected to attempt to rebuild the coalition under a different prime minister while reassuring the EU and NATO of Romania's pro-Brussels stance.
6 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
Tuesday 5 May
Two US troops missing near Moroccan cliff during exercises
Two U.S. service members participating in African Lion joint military exercises were reported missing near Tan Tan in southern Morocco on Sunday; initial reports suggest they may have fallen into the ocean near a training site at Cap Draa. U.S., Moroccan and partner forces launched coordinated search-and-rescue operations, with officials confirming the incident is not terrorism-related.
5 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Sunday 3 May
Trump announces US troop cuts in Germany beyond initial 5,000
The US is withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany, and President Trump said more cuts would follow, without providing details. Germany's defence minister called the withdrawal "foreseeable" while stressing that American military presence in Europe serves both German and US interests, and NATO is seeking clarification from Washington on the decision.
3 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Germany says US troop withdrawal decision was foreseeable
Germany's defence minister Boris Pistorius said the US decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany was "foreseeable," while Nato seeks clarification from Washington. President Trump indicated further cuts may follow, citing concerns about German criticism of US negotiations with Iran.
2 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Saturday 2 May
US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany over Iran dispute
The US Department of Defence plans to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany following a dispute between President Trump and German Chancellor Merz over the war with Iran. The withdrawal, to be completed within six to twelve months, comes after Trump criticized Merz and suggested pulling troops from other Nato allies including Italy and Spain.
1 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 29 April
King Charles III addresses Congress with diplomatic messaging
King Charles III delivered a speech to Congress that addressed NATO, Ukraine, Western democracy, and climate change while earning 12 standing ovations. International outlets noted the speech contained subtle rebuttals to Trump's positions, demonstrating how the King balanced making substantive points on issues important to him while remaining cordial with his host.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →
King Charles III addresses US Congress on Anglo-American ties
King Charles III delivered an address to Congress focused on "reconciliation and renewal" between the US and UK, acknowledging times of uncertainty and tensions including conflicts in the Middle East and Europe, while seeking to ease strained relations between the two nations.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →