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The EU has decided to implement a new package of sanctions against Iran, mainly due to its military support for Russia in the war with Ukraine.

US gives Ukraine permission to use long-range weapons against targets in Russian territory, surprising European allies. France, UK, and potentially Germany considering similar actions.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has called on his military to prepare for war in a speech delivered to battalion commanders and instructors in Pyongyang.

Construction of the multi-billion dollar new Iron Curtain has begun in Poland. The fortress will include layers of defenses such as steel walls, razor wire, tank ditches, and minefields to secure NATO's eastern flank.

A Dutch citizen has been arrested in the Netherlands at the request of Italian authorities following an extensive investigation in Italy into large-scale VAT fraud, with connections to the Camorra, the Neapolitan mafia.

EU member states are facing challenges as they negotiate the EU budget for 2025 amid increased interest costs for the coronavirus recovery fund.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has ordered the mass production of drones for attacks, causing concerns in the West and South Korea about the country's increasing military cooperation with Russia.

A public hearing in the US Congress aimed to reduce the secrecy surrounding unidentified flying objects (UFOs) but instead raised more questions and increased mystery.

A recent study by Northwestern University reveals that individuals who stop using weight loss injections rapidly regain lost weight, along with experiencing higher blood pressure and an increased risk of heart diseases.

Russian TV chef Alexei Zimin, known for his outspoken criticism of the war in Ukraine, was found dead in a hotel room. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

Israeli authorities advised supporters not to attend the match in Paris and warned Israelis abroad not to wear identifiable Israeli or Jewish symbols.

Incoming American President Donald Trump is considering appointing Senator Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State and lawmaker Matt Gaetz as his Attorney General.

Israel labels 'Jew Hunt' as an Islamic terrorist attack orchestrated by the Palestinian Community Foundation. Leaders are said to have ties with Hamas.

Nadezhda Buyanova, a 68-year-old Russian pediatrician, has been sentenced to 5.5 years in a labor camp for allegedly making remarks against Russia's invasion of Ukraine to a 7-year-old patient.

Incidents of antisemitism have been increasing since October 7, 2023, causing concerns among Jewish communities globally.

The war in Ukraine takes a remarkable turn as North Korean troops are reportedly active in the occupied Russian border region of Kursk. What does this mean for the course of the conflict? Follow the latest developments in the Ukraine war here.

A 22-year-old US military member, Jack Teixeira, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for leaking secret information online. Teixeira accessed and shared hundreds of classified documents, including information on the war in Ukraine.

Ukraine prepares for a second Russian counteroffensive in Kursk as Moscow mobilizes troops for a major assault. President Zelensky warns of a formidable Russian army presence in the region.

Defectors reveal the truth about North Korean 'elite troops' sent to Ukraine by Kim Jong-un, painting a far less intimidating picture than the dictator claims.

A woman who was fired for refusing the Covid vaccine receives a huge compensation. She will never have to work again with this amount.

American senator Marco Rubio is being tipped as the new Secretary of State by President-elect Donald Trump, with strong views on China, Iran, and NATO.

The recent phone call between Donald Trump and Russian President Putin has sparked controversy over potential violation of the Logan Act. Despite accusations, legal experts suggest prosecution is unlikely.

The threat of import tariffs on European products is causing anxiety in the European Union. This article discusses whether Viktor Orbán and Giorgia Meloni can prevent a potential trade war with the United States.

The new VT4 tank and similar vehicles from China aim to protect against drone attacks and electronic warfare with multiple layers of defense.

The Israeli National Security Council (NSC) has defended the absence of a travel warning for Amsterdam, stating that it had not received any information from other government agencies that could warrant such a warning.

A North Korean soldier in Kursk, who is recovering in a hospital bed, has spoken out about the situation in the border region occupied by Ukraine.

President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk recently met at Trump's golf resort in Florida to reportedly discuss Ukraine and potential future collaborations. Musk's role in Trump's administration is also under speculation.

The recent political developments in the US shed light on the reasons behind the shocking defeat of the Democrats and the rise of Donald Trump's Republicans to power.

The mother who abducted her prematurely born baby Santiago from a French hospital with her partner has been released on conditions by a judge on Friday.

Donald Trump aims to achieve peace in Ukraine within a day of his inauguration, but will Kiev agree to his terms? Read more on telegraaf.nl.