The Danish Security and Intelligence Service (PET) has warned of possible interference by Russia and the United States in the parliamentary elections on March 24, 2026. Tensions between Copenhagen and Washington have escalated following Trump's statements regarding Greenland.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced snap elections to the Folketing on March 24, 2026. This will happen several months before the deadline amid a foreign policy crisis and US threats regarding Greenland.
Trump announced the deployment of the hospital ship USNS Mercy to Greenland to provide medical assistance to local residents. This initiative is being implemented in partnership with Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry.
At the Munich Conference, the US announced plans to provide Ukraine with $15 billion in weapons in 2026. Europe is discussing the creation of its own army, and Ukraine is ready for elections after a ceasefire.
The White House has published a collection of Valentine's Day cards, some of which have political content. Among them are images with Nicolás Maduro and phrases about Greenland.
French President Emmanuel Macron called for strengthening Europe's global position, criticizing US trade and foreign policy. He emphasized the need to protect its own interests, particularly regarding Ukraine and tariffs.
Elbridge Colby, the Pentagon's policy chief, called for NATO to be based on partnership, not dependence, during talks in Brussels. This comes amid the absence of the US Secretary of Defense and rising allied defense spending.
The European Parliament has approved the resumption of a trade agreement with the United States, which was suspended due to tariff threats over Greenland. The agreement will be valid for 24 months, provides for the abolition of EU tariffs on US industrial goods and a 15% US rate on most EU goods.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that the people who booed US Vice President J. D. Vance at the Winter Olympics showed "European pride." This occurred after a series of critical remarks about Europe from American officials.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Hungary and Slovakia next week. The visit comes after Donald Trump endorsed Viktor Orban, who is trailing in the polls ahead of the elections.
Donald Trump shared an AI-generated photo on social media where he shows foreign leaders a modified map of the United States. On it, the territories of Canada, Greenland, and Venezuela are included as part of the United States.
According to the Munich Security Conference report, the world has entered a period of politics of destroying the existing order. This is due to the fact that political forces that prefer destruction are gaining momentum in many Western societies.
NATO plans to launch the Arctic Sentry military mission in the Arctic, specifically in Greenland, to strengthen its presence and reduce tensions between the US and European allies. The launch could take place this week during the meeting of NATO defense ministers in Brussels.
Norwegian special services have published a security assessment for 2026, in which Russia is named the main threat. The likelihood of sabotage against support for Ukraine and the intensification of Russian intelligence activities is increasing.
Greenland's Foreign Minister Vivian Motzfeldt stated that Nuuk's key demands regarding sovereignty and investment in negotiations with the US have not yet been met.
Ukraine considers self-sufficiency as a "Plan B" for security guarantees, as it cannot fully rely on the promises of its allies. The country aims to create a powerful army and develop its own defense production.
Donald Trump has threatened to sue comedian Trevor Noah over a joke about him and Jeffrey Epstein at the Grammy Awards. Trump denies visiting Epstein's island and claims the accusations against him are unfounded.
Donald Trump said he could make countries pay their dues to the UN if the organization asked him to. He declined to comment on whether the US would repay its debts to the UN.
Donald Trump stated that he never planned to make Greenland the 51st US state, but instead wanted to give that role to Canada. This was said at the elite Alfalfa Club dinner in Washington, where Trump later admitted he was joking.
The German Football Association (DFB) has rejected a boycott of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. The decision was made despite criticism of Donald Trump's foreign policy.
German comedian Maxi Schafroth raised the US flag on a flagpole in Greenland for a satirical show, which caused outrage among local authorities. The film crew was fined, and an investigation has been launched.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, known for his loyalty to Donald Trump, is offering an "olive branch" to partners in the EU. This move comes amid rumors of his meeting with Trump, which reportedly did not meet Fico's expectations.
Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Heorhiy Tikhy commented on Russia's question to the UN regarding the "self-determination" of Donbas. He reminded that in October 2022, 143 members of the UN General Assembly rejected Russia's illegal land grabs.
Danish King Frederik X will visit Greenland next month to show support for the local population. This comes after pressure from the US administration, which seeks to gain control over the Arctic island.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Europe needs to regain dominance to assert itself in the new world order. He emphasized the importance of "power politics" for the realization of European ideas.
The US, Denmark, and Greenland held talks in Washington regarding a new security agreement in the Arctic. This was in response to pressure from Trump, who had previously threatened to annex the island.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed concern over the falling dollar exchange rate, which puts pressure on European exporters. He called on the EU to increase competitiveness amid the weakening American currency.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced successful negotiations on a security agreement in the Arctic. The US seeks to strengthen NATO's presence and limit Russia's and China's access to Greenland's mineral resources.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has begun a visit to China to reset economic relations. This is the first visit of a British head of government to the PRC in eight years.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico expressed concern about Donald Trump's "psychological state" after their meeting on January 17. Fico called Trump "dangerous," which shocked European diplomats.
