Chagos Islanders Make Last-Ditch Appeal to Trump
Chagossian leaders warn President Trump that a £30bn deal to hand the archipelago to Mauritius risks the vital Diego Garcia base and could give China leverage. A critical vote is set for Monday.
Category : Search result: Somalia sovereignty
Chagos Islanders Make Last-Ditch Appeal to Trump
Chagos islanders plead with Donald Trump to block Labour's £30bn plan to hand the archipelago to Mauritius, warning it risks a vital UK-US military base and could give China leverage. A critical parliamentary vote is set for Monday.
US-Denmark Greenland Talks Amid Military Threat
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet Danish officials next week over Greenland. The White House refuses to rule out military action to seize the strategic Arctic territory, risking a major NATO rift.
Starmer Confronted on Brexit and Ukraine in First 2026 PMQs
Sir Keir Starmer faces Kemi Badenoch in PMQs over Brexit alignment and a UK-France military plan for Ukraine. Watch live and get the latest on the Greenland sovereignty row.
Ex-Defence Chiefs: Starmer Must Stand Up to Trump on Greenland
Senior British military figures warn PM Keir Starmer that Trump's threats to acquire Greenland risk NATO's future and set a dangerous precedent. Read the full analysis.
Europe Defends Greenland as Trump Eyes US Military Option
European leaders, including Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron, issue a joint statement defending Greenland's sovereignty after Trump administration threats. Explore the escalating NATO crisis.
Trump's renewed interest in purchasing Greenland analysed
Former US President Donald Trump's revived ambition to acquire Greenland sparks geopolitical debate. Explore the implications for Arctic strategy and international relations. Read the full analysis.
Trump's Unorthodox Moves Strain Global Diplomacy
Five years after the Capitol riot, Donald Trump's return to power sparks fresh crises, from Venezuela to Greenland, leaving Keir Starmer waiting for a call. Read the full analysis.
Israeli Foreign Minister Makes Historic Somaliland Visit
Gideon Saar's trip to Hargeisa follows Israel's controversial recognition of the breakaway territory. Explore the diplomatic fallout and regional implications.
EU Leaders Warn Trump: 'Greenland Belongs to Its People'
European leaders issue a stark warning to Donald Trump over his threats to annex Greenland, asserting the territory's sovereignty and the importance of NATO unity. Read the full statement.
Europe unites against Trump's Greenland annexation threat
European leaders, including UK PM Keir Starmer, condemn Donald Trump's threat to annex Greenland. The UN warns of a 'dangerous precedent' following US actions in Venezuela. Read the full story.
Trump Issues Military Threat to Colombia
Donald Trump warns Colombia and asserts US control over Venezuela after the capture of President Maduro. Global protests erupt as China condemns the operation.
Africa CDC Head Sees Opportunity in 'Painful' Global Aid Cuts
Dr Jean Kaseya of Africa CDC says slashed UK and US aid is a chance for African nations to tackle corruption, raise taxes, and boost local drug manufacturing. Read his urgent call for health sovereignty.
AUKUS Deal: Sovereignty Fears Amid Rising Support
AUKUS critic warns Australia becomes a nuclear target under the submarine deal, as polls show rising public support. Explore the $368bn pact's risks and implications.
Israel first to recognise Somaliland as sovereign state
In a landmark diplomatic move, Israel becomes the first UN member state to recognise Somaliland, a breakaway region of Somalia, sparking regional tensions and strategic realignments. Read the full analysis.
US visa bans on EU figures escalate tech regulation dispute
Washington imposes visa bans on five Europeans behind digital regulation efforts, prompting fierce accusations of 'coercion' from Macron and the EU. Read the latest on the transatlantic clash.
Greenland and Denmark demand respect from Trump over envoy
Danish and Greenlandic leaders have issued a fierce joint statement demanding respect for sovereignty after Trump appointed a US envoy to Greenland. Read the full diplomatic clash.
Trump's Greenland envoy sparks diplomatic feud with Denmark
Denmark demands respect for sovereignty after Trump appoints special envoy to Greenland. Read the full story on the escalating diplomatic crisis.
Liverpool rappers seen with guns in Somalia
Two British drill rappers from Liverpool have been filmed carrying weapons and wearing military gear in Somalia amid a clan conflict. Discover the details and the UK government's response.
Lumbee Tribe Wins Historic Federal Recognition
The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina is set to become a federally recognised tribal nation after the Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act. Discover the political journey and what it means for its 60,000 members.
Somalia's poets keep hope alive for storytelling and peace
In war-torn Somalia, poets preserve a vital cultural heritage. Amid bombings, they gather in Mogadishu's National Theatre, using verse to champion peace and unity. Discover their enduring struggle.
Trump calls Somali immigrants 'garbage'
President Donald Trump has launched a fresh attack on Somali immigrants, calling them 'garbage'. We examine the facts behind the rhetoric and the situation in Somalia. Read the full story.
Somalia's Healthcare Crisis Worsens After US Aid Cuts
Exclusive report reveals how Trump administration aid cuts have devastated Somalia's fragile healthcare system, leaving thousands without medical care. Discover the human impact.
Starmer: Ukraine must determine its own future
PM Keir Starmer affirms Ukraine's sovereignty in G20 call with Zelensky, backing a just peace. Read the latest on UK support and diplomatic efforts.
Somalia tourism surges 50% despite travel warnings
Somalia welcomed 10,000 tourists in 2024, a 50% increase, despite ongoing Foreign Office warnings. Discover the rise of extreme travel to Mogadishu.
EU Fights for Digital Sovereignty Against Tech Giants
EU Commissioner Thierry Breton warns Europe must protect its digital laws from US pressure and assert sovereignty against competing tech empires. Read why Europe's digital future matters.
Neo-Nazi Thomas Sewell granted bail over camp attack
Neo-Nazi leader Thomas Sewell released on bail from the Supreme Court in Melbourne after an alleged attack on a First Nations protest camp. Read the full details of the case and bail conditions.
Somali President detained at Dubai Airport in diplomatic incident
Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was reportedly detained at Dubai Airport in a shocking diplomatic incident, raising questions about UAE-Somalia relations and British involvement.
Tribal Police Plane Intercepted in Sovereignty Clash
A dramatic confrontation between tribal sovereignty and federal authority unfolds as Red Lake Nation officials are forced to land their aircraft by FBI and local police, sparking a major jurisdictional dispute in Minnesota airspace.
Georgia: Stop calling us 'former Soviet republic'
The Georgian government launches a formal campaign urging international media and diplomats to stop referring to the country as a 'former Soviet republic', calling the term outdated and politically charged.
Page 1 of 4