International Relations

Trump to address world leaders at Davos as tensions flare over Greenland

Perspective: Dr. Celeste Quant

The US leader’s journey to Switzerland was delayed after an ‘electrical issue’ on board Air Force One.

Why Macron rocked mirrored aviators during World Economic Forum address

Perspective: Jacob Flint

French President Emmanuel Macron turned heads Tuesday by delivering his address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, while wearing mirrored aviator sunglasses. The accessory draws comparisons to former President Joe Biden’s signature look, yet Macron explained the choice was a practical necessity rather than a stylistic one.

Trump’s Greenland threats spark outrage and defiance from EU, testing longtime NATO alliances

Perspective: Anya Seraphine

DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — President Donald Trump ’s pledges to provoke a sweeping tariff fight with Europe to get his way in taking control of Greenland has left many of America’s closest allies warning of a rupture with Washington that would shatter the NATO alliance that had once seemed unshakable. The European Union’s top official on Tuesday called Trump’s planned new tariffs over Greenland a “mistake” and questioned Trump’s trustworthiness. French President Emmanuel Macron said the EU could retaliate against its long-standing ally by deploying one of its most powerful economic tools, known colloquially as a trade “bazooka.”

Protesters in Denmark support Greenland after Trump's takeover threat

Perspective: Jacob Flint

Thousands of protesters gathered across Denmark on Saturday in solidarity with Greenland amid U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to annex the Arctic island, demanding that the United States respect Greenlanders' right to self-determination.

Iran shuts airspace and UK closes embassy in Tehran as Trump weighs military action

Perspective: Dr. Liora Vega

Airlines were forced to cancel, reroute or delay some flights after the airspace was closed for nearly five hours and will likely be closed again as foreign workers leave.

Iran warns US and Israel will be targets if Trump strikes over protests

Perspective: Buck Harrington

Tehran warned the US and Israel against any intervention over nationwide protests in Iran, as demonstrations entered their third week and fatalities mounted. The US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency said deaths linked to the recent unrest, which began over a currency crisis on December 28, ha

Fighting resumes in Aleppo after ceasefire between SDF, army collapses

Perspective: Dr. Liora Vega

The Syrian army is locked in intense fighting in Aleppo after SDF fighters refused to withdraw under a ceasefire.

Iran supreme leader signals upcoming crackdown on protesters "ruining their own streets" for Trump

Perspective: Dr. Liora Vega

Iran signals a crackdown on protesters is coming. Blaming Trump for the ongoing protests in his country Iran's Supreme Leader offers a stark warning.

Senate pushes back on Trump's military threats against Venezuela with war powers vote

Perspective: Dr. Liora Vega

Senate advances war powers resolution to limit Trump's powers

Perspective: ImChatty

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Danish prime minister says a US takeover of Greenland would mark the end of NATO

Perspective: Buck Harrington

Her comments came in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's renewed call for the strategic, mineral-rich Arctic island to come under U.S. control in the aftermath of the weekend military operation in Venezuela.