A scrapbook of the newest reports, ordered by publication time.
Donald Trump again cast the U.S. relationship with Greenland as a story of wartime rescue and a mistaken return of the island to Denmark. Historians and officials dispute that narrative, emphasizing Denmark’s sovereignty and Greenland’s self-rule framework, as political friction over the Arctic grows.
Ukraine and Russia signaled interest in continuing U.S.-brokered talks after two days in Abu Dhabi, even as Russia launched a large-scale drone-and-missile attack that knocked out power and damaged infrastructure in freezing temperatures.
Ukraine and Russia agreed to another face-to-face round of talks, mediated by the U.S., even as Russian attacks continue. Separately, Myanmar’s election entered its final stage amid airstrikes and widespread claims the process is illegitimate.
International backing for a U.S.-backed Gaza ceasefire framework faces turbulence as President Donald Trump escalates disputes with European partners over Greenland and trade. European reluctance to join a proposed “Board of Peace” highlights widening diplomatic fractures.
Ukraine and Russia are preparing for a second round of direct, U.S.-mediated talks after a first meeting described as constructive by Kyiv. But the diplomatic push is unfolding amid continued missile and drone strikes, deepening skepticism about how quickly the fighting can be curtailed.
Ukraine says a major Russian drone-and-missile assault hit key cities while negotiators held US-led talks, deepening skepticism about Moscow’s intentions even as diplomacy continues.
The World Economic Forum’s annual meeting ended with leaders pitching cooperation on growth and security while acknowledging sharper friction between Washington and traditional allies.