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France Moves to Drop US Tech From Official Government Systems
France’s main state research body will replace its Zoom licences with Visio by the end of March.
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France Backs EU Plan to List Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as Terrorist Group
The EU foreign ministers are expected to adopt new sanctions on Iran, including travel bans and asset freezes.
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Rubio Announces Start of US-Denmark-Greenland Talks Amid Arctic Security Push
The Secretary of State says the working group aims to counter threats from Russia and China.
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Europe, US Must Stick Together on Arctic Security, Danish Prime Minister Says
Mette Frederiksen made the comments alongside Greenland’s prime minister at a talk in Paris.
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Europe Must Step Up to Ensure Own Defense as US Focus Shifts Elsewhere, EU Says
The European Union’s foreign policy chief said that Europe’s defense and security strategies must remain complementary to NATO.
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Spain’s Socialist Government Fast-Tracks Legal Status for 500,000 Illegal Immigrants
Backed by Spain’s Catholic Church and progressive groups, the plan faces strong opposition from Vox and conservatives.
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Trump Reshapes Davos as Globalism Takes a Back Seat
Trump attended this year’s gathering in the Swiss Alps with a large delegation, and his Cabinet members used the forum to promote his policies.
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Electric Vehicles Outsell Gasoline Autos in EU for First Time
Chinese company BYD saw a 229 percent rise in vehicle registrations in December 2025, while U.S.-based Tesla fell by 20 percent.
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ICE Agents to be Present at Winter Olympics in Milan, Organizer Confirms
The role has drawn criticism in Italy, though U.S. agencies routinely provide diplomatic protection at major international sporting events.
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France’s Lower House Backs Social Media Ban for Kids Under 15, Phone Ban for All Schools
Other countries are planning or considering legislation to ban children from social media, similar to Australia’s law, including Malaysia and Denmark.
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6 Takeaways From Davos as Globalism, Net Zero Lose Edge at World Economic Forum
Trump dominated Davos 2026 as climate orthodoxy, stakeholder capitalism, and the postwar globalist model came under pressure.
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NATO Secretary-General Says Europe Can’t Defend Itself Without US Help
Mark Rutte dismissed the notion of a separate European army and continued to praise Donald Trump for encouraging NATO members to increase defense spending.
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UK Government to Create ‘British FBI’, Roll Out Nationwide Facial Recognition Cameras
The opposition Conservatives’ shadow Home secretary, Chris Philp, criticized the plan, saying it would create forces that would be too big.
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UK Launches Major North Sea Offshore Wind Plan With Europe
Net-zero policy critics warned the plan could mean higher costs, grid strain, and reliance on intermittent power and foreign supply chains.
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EU Formally Adopts Russian Gas Import Ban
The plans form part of the EU’s plan to increase the bloc’s energy independence, moving away from Russian fuel.
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EU Opens New Investigation Into X Over Grok
Regulators are examining whether Grok contributed to the spread of illegal and harmful content, including sexual deepfakes.
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Russia Stands Firm on Territory Demands: Kremlin
The comments from Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov follow negotiations among Russia, Ukraine, and the United States.
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Document Outlining US Security Guarantees for Ukraine ‘100 Percent Ready’: Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the document now needs a time and place to be signed.
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France Moves to Drop US Tech From Official Government Systems
France’s main state research body will replace its Zoom licences with Visio by the end of March.
|
France Backs EU Plan to List Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as Terrorist Group
The EU foreign ministers are expected to adopt new sanctions on Iran, including travel bans and asset freezes.
|
Rubio Announces Start of US-Denmark-Greenland Talks Amid Arctic Security Push
The Secretary of State says the working group aims to counter threats from Russia and China.
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Europe, US Must Stick Together on Arctic Security, Danish Prime Minister Says
Mette Frederiksen made the comments alongside Greenland’s prime minister at a talk in Paris.
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Europe Must Step Up to Ensure Own Defense as US Focus Shifts Elsewhere, EU Says
The European Union’s foreign policy chief said that Europe’s defense and security strategies must remain complementary to NATO.
|
Spain’s Socialist Government Fast-Tracks Legal Status for 500,000 Illegal Immigrants
Backed by Spain’s Catholic Church and progressive groups, the plan faces strong opposition from Vox and conservatives.
|
Trump Reshapes Davos as Globalism Takes a Back Seat
Trump attended this year’s gathering in the Swiss Alps with a large delegation, and his Cabinet members used the forum to promote his policies.
|
Electric Vehicles Outsell Gasoline Autos in EU for First Time
Chinese company BYD saw a 229 percent rise in vehicle registrations in December 2025, while U.S.-based Tesla fell by 20 percent.
|
ICE Agents to be Present at Winter Olympics in Milan, Organizer Confirms
The role has drawn criticism in Italy, though U.S. agencies routinely provide diplomatic protection at major international sporting events.
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France’s Lower House Backs Social Media Ban for Kids Under 15, Phone Ban for All Schools
Other countries are planning or considering legislation to ban children from social media, similar to Australia’s law, including Malaysia and Denmark.
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6 Takeaways From Davos as Globalism, Net Zero Lose Edge at World Economic Forum
Trump dominated Davos 2026 as climate orthodoxy, stakeholder capitalism, and the postwar globalist model came under pressure.
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NATO Secretary-General Says Europe Can’t Defend Itself Without US Help
Mark Rutte dismissed the notion of a separate European army and continued to praise Donald Trump for encouraging NATO members to increase defense spending.
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UK Government to Create ‘British FBI’, Roll Out Nationwide Facial Recognition Cameras
The opposition Conservatives’ shadow Home secretary, Chris Philp, criticized the plan, saying it would create forces that would be too big.
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UK Launches Major North Sea Offshore Wind Plan With Europe
Net-zero policy critics warned the plan could mean higher costs, grid strain, and reliance on intermittent power and foreign supply chains.
|
EU Formally Adopts Russian Gas Import Ban
The plans form part of the EU’s plan to increase the bloc’s energy independence, moving away from Russian fuel.
|
EU Opens New Investigation Into X Over Grok
Regulators are examining whether Grok contributed to the spread of illegal and harmful content, including sexual deepfakes.
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Russia Stands Firm on Territory Demands: Kremlin
The comments from Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov follow negotiations among Russia, Ukraine, and the United States.
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Document Outlining US Security Guarantees for Ukraine ‘100 Percent Ready’: Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the document now needs a time and place to be signed.
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