Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen stated that Greenland chooses an alliance with Denmark, rejecting accession to the United States. This comes amid Trump's threats to annex the island, which Nielsen called inappropriate.
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson criticized US threats against Denmark regarding Greenland. He stated that Trump should thank Copenhagen for its loyalty, not threaten to seize territories.
Stormy winds and severe frosts in Europe have led to the deaths of almost 15 people in a week. In the UK, a man died due to a falling tree, and in Scotland, about 250 schools were closed due to snowfall.
Denmark recorded a historic low in the number of asylum grants in 2025, approving only 839 applications by the end of November. This is a result of the country's strict immigration policy aimed at limiting the influx of refugees.
French law enforcement officers have arrested a man who, on January 2, stole a sword from the bronze sculpture of Joan of Arc in Paris. The assailant broke off the sword from the equestrian statue in Place Saint-Augustin and fled, but was stopped by patrolling police officers.
The Danish postal service PostNord has stopped delivering letters due to a sharp decline in their use. The number of letters sent by mail in the country has decreased by more than 90 percent since 2000.
President Trump's new envoy to Greenland, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, announced his intention to initiate a dialogue with the island's residents regarding its development. This contradicts Trump's previous statements about the need for US control over Greenland.
On December 22, 2025, near the Ukrainian House in Copenhagen, a vandal destroyed sculptures from the exhibition "My Body Is a Battlefield. Copenhagen" by Ukrainian artist Maria Kulikovska. The Ukrainian House condemns this act of hatred and considers it an attack on the stories, dignity, and meanings embodied by the works.
Denmark's military intelligence service accuses Russia of cyberattacks on a Danish water company in 2024 and DDoS attacks on websites. As a result of the attack on the water company, homes were temporarily left without water due to burst pipes.
An exclusive magnum of Dom Pérignon Vintage 1961 champagne from the wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer was not sold at auction in Denmark. The bids were not high enough, failing to reach the expected 600,000 Danish kroner (approximately 81,000 euros).
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with German Chancellor Merz, discussing the situation at the front and key steps for defense. They also coordinated positions regarding the opening of an export office for Ukrainian weapons in Berlin.
The European Commission has unveiled a plan to connect all European capitals with high-speed rail lines by 2040. This involves expanding existing lines and creating new ones, allowing trains to reach speeds of over 250 km/h.
Five Norwegian political parties have called on Oslo to intervene to overcome Belgium's concerns about using frozen Russian assets to finance a €140 billion 'reparations loan' to Ukraine. The Norwegian Prime Minister has ordered a full review of the country's possible participation.
During a briefing, President Zelenskyy told journalists about the export of Ukrainian weapons and the implementation of "export capitals" projects.
Denmark is strengthening Greenland's defense due to Donald Trump's statements about annexing the island and Russia's growing military activity in the Arctic. The government is investing in maritime patrol aircraft, Arctic ships, and icebreakers for protection.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced the launch of a signature campaign against "Brussels' war plans," citing a plan presented in Denmark to counter Russia, which, according to the head of the European country's government, leads to escalation.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that incidents involving MiGs and drones in EU airspace are part of a hybrid war. She presented the "Preserving Peace - Readiness Roadmap 2030" with three main points to counter threats.
Belgium is facing increasing pressure to allow the use of frozen Russian assets for a “reparation loan” to Ukraine. This comes after a shift in position by Berlin and other Western capitals, which now support the idea.
The European Union has proposed imposing restrictions against three companies that provided fake flags to sanctioned oil tankers of Russia's shadow fleet. These measures are part of a new EU sanctions package currently being discussed among member states.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak announced the existence of a draft security guarantees from European partners. He emphasized the need to take into account the unsuccessful experience of the Budapest Memorandum and update the international security system.
Slovakia will transfer five Bozena vehicles and other demining equipment to Ukraine. An agreement has been signed for the gratuitous transfer of engineering, construction, transport, and medical equipment.
Oslo Airport temporarily suspended aircraft landings after a drone sighting was reported. One or more planes waited in the air, but none diverted to alternative airports.
British police have identified the attacker of a synagogue in Manchester as a 35-year-old citizen of Syrian origin and have detained three more suspects. Three men are in hospital with serious injuries sustained during the terrorist act.
Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof stated that the country does not support accelerating negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU by abolishing the unanimity principle. The Netherlands insists on adhering to the Copenhagen criteria and the unanimity principle, believing that changing the rules is not the way for Ukraine and Moldova to join the EU.
President Zelenskyy met with the leaders of Denmark, France, Germany, and Poland in Copenhagen. They discussed violations of Russian airspace, the creation of a joint air shield, and security guarantees.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President of Moldova Maia Sandu in Copenhagen. The leaders discussed their joint movement towards the European Union and the development of trade and economic relations.
At the summit in Copenhagen, EU leaders discussed the use of frozen Russian assets to finance aid to Ukraine. A decision is expected at the European Council meeting on October 23-24.
Two people have died in a knife attack at a synagogue in Manchester, with the suspect also believed to be dead. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is returning home from a summit in Copenhagen.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the summit in Copenhagen called on European leaders to support Donald Trump's call to stop buying Russian oil. He also emphasized the need to destroy Russia's oil trading infrastructure and impose sanctions against the shadow fleet.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban stated that the real threat to Europe is economic stagnation. He emphasized that the EU is stronger than Russia - in terms of population, GDP, and military spending.
