Prime Minister Modi undertakes a six-day diplomatic tour across UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy to strengthen bilateral relations and advance strategic partnerships on energy, trade, defense, and green technology amid regional geopolitical challenges.
President Trump's plan to withdraw thousands of U.S. troops from Germany prompted European leaders to acknowledge they must assume greater defense responsibility within NATO, though officials downplayed the immediate security impact of the reduction.
US envoy Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law Kushner travel to Pakistan Saturday for direct Iran nuclear talks, with Turkish officials optimistic key issues can resolve this weekend, while the EU advances its 21st Russia sanctions package.
Ukrainian President Zelensky claims US negotiators lack time for Ukraine peace talks due to Iran tensions, while US arms deliveries slow critically, hindering air defense capabilities.
Pakistan praised the United States and Iran's "constructive commitment" to peace after they agreed to an immediate ceasefire, though Israel's operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon-displacing over one million people-remained excluded from the truce.
Canadian, German, and Norway leaders held talks on Arctic security. The meeting reaffirmed their commitment to the region's security.
Prime Minister Modi undertakes a six-day diplomatic tour across UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy to strengthen bilateral partnerships and advance cooperation on energy, trade, technology, and regional security amid geopolitical challenges.
President Trump withdrew thousands of US troops from Germany, prompting European leaders to demand stronger continental security independence and increased defense spending amid NATO tensions and unclear strategic rationale.
Norway and Turkey ban children under 16 and 15 from using social media, respectively.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warns that US negotiators focused on Iran peace talks have insufficient time for Ukraine, while US weapons deliveries slow critically amid the prolonged Russian conflict.
Germany criticized the US for easing oil sanctions on Russia. The move aims to tackle surging energy costs. The US action is set to help fund Moscow's war against Ukraine.
German, Canadian, and Norwegian leaders met to discuss Arctic security. A large NATO exercise is underway. The meeting aims to address the region's fragile security situation.
Prime Minister Modi undertakes a six-day diplomatic tour across the UAE and four European nations to strengthen bilateral partnerships, advance energy cooperation, and expand trade relationships worth billions of dollars amid global geopolitical tensions.
European leaders view Trump's troop drawdown from Germany as proof they must secure themselves.
Norway will ban social media for under-16s with a new bill, making tech companies verify user ages.
Peter Magyar defeats Viktor Orban in Hungary's election, ending Orban's 16-year rule.
Nordic leaders discussed Arctic security. Canada's prime minister received a warm welcome. A meeting is scheduled to address regional concerns.
Mark Carney observes NATO's Cold Response exercises. The event takes place in Norway. Exercises are held alongside the Norwegian prime minister.