Trump Announces Arctic Framework, Suspends European Tariffs
US President Donald Trump reveals a new framework agreement for Greenland and the Arctic region, leading to suspension of planned tariffs on eight European countries.
Category : Foreign Relations
Israeli Fire Kills 11 in Gaza, Including Journalists, Children
Gaza medics report Israeli fire killed at least 11 Palestinians, including children and journalists, in separate incidents, undermining the three-month-old ceasefire in the war-ravaged enclave.
Seven Nations Join Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt and four other nations confirm participation in Donald Trump's Board of Peace initiative aimed at Gaza ceasefire and reconstruction, while global reactions remain divided.
Trump: No Force for Greenland, Wants Immediate Talks
US President Donald Trump has clarified he will not use military force to acquire Greenland but insists on immediate negotiations, while criticizing NATO contributions during Davos speech.
Trump Demands Immediate Greenland Purchase Talks
Former President Donald Trump reignites push for U.S. acquisition of Greenland, calling for immediate negotiations despite Danish and Greenlandic rejections of any sale.
US Suspends Some Visas for Nigerians Under Security Rules
The United States has announced partial visa restrictions affecting Nigerians across visitor, student, and immigrant categories, effective January 1, 2026, with exemptions for certain travelers.
Starmer Defies Trump Over Greenland, Rejects Pressure
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer accuses US President Donald Trump of trying to pressure him over Greenland, vowing not to yield on values amid tariff threats and NATO tensions.
Netanyahu Joins US-Led Gaza Peace Board After Initial Opposition
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted an invitation from US President Donald Trump to join the US-led Board of Peace for Gaza reconstruction, reversing his earlier opposition to the initiative.
China Defends UN System After US Peace Board Invite
China has pledged to continue defending the United Nations-led international system after receiving an invitation to join the US-proposed 'Board of Peace' aimed at resolving global conflicts.
Nigerian Lady's Passport Renewal Fails at Sweden Embassy
A Nigerian woman abroad shares her ordeal of being turned away from the embassy in Sweden for passport renewal due to biometric system failure, sparking online outrage.
Trump Invites 50+ Countries to Gaza Peace Board
US President Donald Trump has extended invitations to more than 50 countries to participate in a proposed Board of Peace for Gaza, expanding the initiative's scope beyond the Palestinian enclave.
Israel Demolishes UNRWA HQ in East Jerusalem
Israeli authorities have begun demolishing the UNRWA headquarters in East Jerusalem after passing laws banning the agency's operations, sparking international condemnation.
Trump Leaks Private Texts from NATO Chief and Macron
Donald Trump has intensified diplomatic friction with Europe by posting private messages from NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and French President Emmanuel Macron on Truth Social, amid disputes over Greenland and tariff threats.
Denmark Warns Trump: Greenland Invasion Means War
Danish MP Rasmus Jarlov warns that any US military move on Greenland would trigger direct conflict between Denmark and the United States, calling such action economically unjustified.
Zelensky: Greenland Row Diverts Attention from Ukraine War
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expresses concern that US President Donald Trump's push to acquire Greenland is distracting from Russia's invasion of Ukraine, now in its fourth year.
Norway, Poland Issue Wartime Preparedness Warnings
Norwegian authorities sent requisition notices for private property in case of Russian invasion, while Poland distributed WW3 survival guides to households amid heightened European security concerns.
Trump Threatens Iran with Destruction if Assassinated
US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, threatening to blow up the entire country if any assassination attempt is made against him, following threats aired on Iranian state television.
Nigerian Embassy in Sweden Fails Passport Applicants
A Nigerian woman in Sweden recounts her distressing experience at the Nigerian Embassy where passport renewal services were halted due to a lack of connection with Abuja, leaving many stranded.
US Ambassador Mills Ends Nigeria Tenure After Recall
US Ambassador Richard Mills has concluded his diplomatic service in Nigeria following a recall order from the Trump administration, marking a shift in bilateral relations.
Nigeria Misses Top 10 in Africa's Powerful Passports Ranking
Nigeria's passport has not made the top 10 list of Africa's most powerful passports, according to a recent global ranking, highlighting visa-free access limitations for Nigerian travelers.
Trump Demands Greenland Control, Lashes Out Over Nobel Prize
US President Donald Trump's extraordinary letter to Norway demanding 'complete and total control' of Greenland has reignited diplomatic tensions. Read the full details and analysis of the fallout.
Greenlanders Protest Trump's Bid with Satirical MAGA Hats
Massive protests erupt in Denmark and Greenland as Trump renews bid to buy the island. Greenlanders wear satirical hats, chant 'Greenland for Greenlanders'. Read the full story.
Putin, Lukashenko Invited to Trump's Gaza Peace Board
Kremlin confirms Putin invited to Trump's UN-backed Gaza 'Board of Peace'. Belarus' Lukashenko also gets invite. Board members contributing $1bn get permanent seat. Read details.
Kremlin's 'War Nuns' Exposed in Sweden Funding Ukraine Invasion
Swedish authorities expose a Russian Orthodox convent as a Kremlin front, raising funds for Putin's war in Ukraine. Nuns sold crafts near NATO sites. Read the shocking details.
US Embassy Nigeria Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
The US Embassy in Abuja and Consulate in Lagos will close on January 19, 2026, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Consular services resume after the holiday. Plan your visit accordingly.
Iraq Announces Full US Forces Withdrawal
Iraq confirms the complete withdrawal of US forces from its federal territory, ending a two-decade presence. US troops remain only in the autonomous Kurdistan Region. Read the full details.
Greenland's Massive Protest Against Trump's Takeover Bid
Thousands in Greenland protest Trump's renewed threats to buy the territory. US imposes tariffs on EU allies until deal is made. Read the defiant response from locals and European leaders.
Onitsha Trader's Data Influenced US Strike in Nigeria
A New York Times report reveals how unverified data from an Onitsha-based activist influenced a controversial US missile strike in Sokoto. Discover the full story and its implications for Nigeria's sovereignty.
White House Reacts to $1bn Peace Board Membership Reports
The White House has dismissed reports that President Trump demands $1bn from countries to join his proposed 'Board of Peace.' Get the full details and global reactions here.
Trump, Blair, Carney, Rubio to Lead Gaza Reconstruction Board
Former UK PM Tony Blair, Canadian PM Mark Carney, and US Secretary Marco Rubio join a new UN-backed board chaired by Trump to oversee Gaza's reconstruction and demilitarization. Details inside.
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