EU: European Commission approves Greece’s national defense plan under SAFE framework
The European Commission approves Greece’s national defense plan under the €150 billion SAFE framework, with €787.67 million allocated for Greek defense investments.
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Trump under pressure after Alex Pretti death in Minneapolis
Federal agents begin withdrawing from Minneapolis as Trump faces mounting pressure over the death of Alex Pretti, an ICE nurse shot during protests.
Russia withdraws troops from northeastern Syria amid power shift
Russia withdraws troops from northeastern Syria as new government seeks control from Kurdish forces, marking a strategic shift in regional power dynamics.
US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln arrives in Middle East amid Iran tensions
USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East amid rising Iran tensions, as US strengthens military presence to promote regional security.
Macron’s popularity rises amid confrontation with Trump
Macron’s approval rating climbs to 20% in January as his confrontation with Trump and international stance provide political boost amid geopolitical tensions.
Trump sends “border czar” Tom Homan to Minnesota after Alex Preti murder
Trump deploys border czar Tom Homan to Minnesota amid mounting pressure over Alex Preti murder investigation and alleged $20 billion fraud probe.
Gaza: IDF recovers remains of last Israeli hostage
IDF recovers remains of final Israeli hostage Ran Gvili in Gaza following weekend covert operations, as Hamas claims commitment to ceasefire agreement.
Ukraine: Russian strikes damage UNESCO World Heritage orthodox monastery
Russian missile strikes damage UNESCO World Heritage monastery in Kyiv as war continues, with over 1,640 cultural sites destroyed since 2022 invasion.
Severe winter storm hits US: At least 7 dead and 860,000 homes without power
Historic winter storm devastates US with deadly temperatures reaching -30°C, leaving millions without power and forcing emergency declarations across multiple states.
Minneapolis streets become battleground after Alex Preti shooting
Civil war-like scenes erupt in Minneapolis after federal agents fatally shoot Alex Preti, sparking political crisis and government shutdown threats.
Horror in Istanbul: Headless woman’s body found in garbage bin
Gruesome discovery in Istanbul as headless woman’s body found in garbage bin sparks outrage. Three Uzbek nationals arrested in connection with the brutal murder.
Severe winter storm devastates US: New York hit by extreme blizzard
Alarm bells are ringing in New York, as the severe weather sweeping across the United States puts the city on high alert in anticipation of an extremely dangerous blizzard that threatens to paralyze everything. Authorities…