WorldCapital giant takes control of Panama Ports Company in multi-billion dollar deal.
USA
US imposes sanctions on Sweden-based criminal network
WorldThe new sanctions specifically target the network and the wanted leader Rawa Majid.
New US steel tariffs in force – EU responds with countermeasures
EconomyEU leaders estimate that new tariffs will cost the US €26 billion.
Reports: US army to halt planning of military exercises in Europe
WorldIn line with the Trump administration's ambitions to reduce defense spending in Europe and increase military spending in the Indo-Pacific region.
Swedish defense industry heavily dependent on the US
Sweden“Very few products that do not have some type of component, software, electronics or the like that is American”.
Peace researcher: US collapse started in the 90s
World“Could have been broken if Europe had not been so submissive and understood that another path was preferable. Instead, our leaders have blatantly continued to be vassal states of the US".
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Swedish politician calls for boycott of US goods
SwedenSkinnskatteberg's vice-chairman of the municipal council wants to “send a clear signal to American actors like Donald Trump, JD Vance and Elon Musk”.
Cougars adapt their circadian rhythm to cope with human presence
EnvironmentCougars in densely populated areas adapted by becoming more nocturnal, a US study shows.
US halts intelligence sharing with Ukraine – urges peace efforts
World“We are pausing, assessing, looking at everything across our security relationship", confirmed National Security Advisor Mike Waltz.
Reports: US in secret talks to restart Nord Stream 2
WorldAccording to the report, the deal will bring economic benefits to the US if gas flows resume.
US police: Unclear circumstances surrounding Hackman’s death
WorldThe legendary actor was found dead with his wife and the couple's German shepherd, with the door to the house open.
Ukrainian MP: Impeach Volodymyr Zelensky
WorldIn the aftermath of Friday's row at the White House, Oleksandr Dubinsky is now calling for the impeachment of the Ukrainian President.
Zelensky scolded at the White House – “You’re gambling with World War III”
WorldZelensky kicked out of the Oval Office after the meeting - “He can come back when he's ready for peace", Trump clarified.
Trump advisor: Exclude Canada from intelligence cooperation
WorldCould be kicked out of the Five Eyes intelligence alliance.
Diplomat: “Western powers behave like children”
WorldJeffrey Sachs believes it is time for the EU to break free from the shadow of US hegemony and create its own realistic foreign policy.
Donald Trump: Trudeau is a radical left-wing loser
World“We have a good relationship with Canada, not with Justin. Because he’s too far radical left, he’s killing Canada", said the US President.
Analysis: US unilateral tariffs risk worsening the fentanyl crisis
EconomyTwo professors of law and international economics argue that Donald Trump's policies are undermining global trade.
Trump resumes shipments of controversial bombs to Israel
WorldThe MK-84 bombs were previously stopped by the Biden administration after strong international criticism.
Reports: This is how the US wants to plunder Ukraine
World“Worse than the financial penalties imposed on Germany and Japan after their defeat in 1945", says the British media.
US and UK back away from international AI declaration
TechSweden and the Nordic countries are among the 61 countries that signed the Paris Summit Declaration.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed as the new US Secretary of Health
WorldPlans include tightening rules on clinical trials and drug prices, investigating the country's vaccine program and limiting chemical additives in food.
Pentagon rules out NATO membership for Ukraine in peace process
WorldZelensky's far-fetched dreams were dashed by the US, as was the 2014 Ukraine border claim, which US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said was “unrealistic”.
Epidemiologist: Eight US states may ban COVID vaccine
World“I think these bills and initiatives will end up reaching a critical mass and a point where the federal government will have to respond", assesses Nicolas Hulscher.
Tulsi Gabbard confirmed as the US Director of National Intelligence
WorldWill be responsible for 18 intelligence agencies, including the CIA and the FBI, which together employ over 70,000 people.
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