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You can now buy medicines in Spain with a Finnish electronic prescription
Aragon basque country Extremadura Canary Islands Catalonia Community of Madrid. Elsewhere in Spain, such as on the Costa del Sol, which is popular with Finns, the introduction of the service is still being prepared. Accordingly, it is now possible to buy medicines in Finland also with a Spanish electronic prescription. In addition to Spain, Finnish […]
The US urges Turkey to “quickly” ratify Sweden’s NATO membership
Washington [US]March 18 (ANI): After Turkey approved the process to ratify Finland’s accession to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, the US welcomed President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s decision, saying the US is encouraging Ankara to “quickly ratify Sweden’s accession protocol as well”. In the statement, released by the White House, national security adviser Jake Sullivan said: […]
Turkey agrees to start the process for Finland’s NATO bid
Ankara [Turkey]March 18 (ANI): Turkey approved the process to ratify Finland’s accession to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said, according to Anadolu Agency. According to Anadolu Agency, at a joint press conference with his Finnish counterpart Sauli Niinisto in Ankara, President Erdogan noted that Finland has fulfilled all its security […]
Turkey’s Erdogan says he will support Finland’s NATO bid
© Provided by Xinhua ANKARA, March 17 (Xinhua) — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan agreed Friday to ask parliament to vote on Finland’s NATO membership, but delayed Sweden’s proposal, saying Finland has taken concrete steps to address Turkey’s security concerns. “We have observed concrete and sincere steps from Finland recently. As a result of Finland’s […]
Sport Round-Up: FCM watch the first European Round of 16 tonight
A huge achievement to achieveSince the away rule no longer applies, the Danes must have a win to progress, and the players are ready to write the club’s history. “When I went to Portugal a week ago, I thought it was almost impossible for FCM. I don’t think so anymore.” said TV2 football expert, Morten […]
Finland, Sweden to join NATO soon, they have fulfilled the obligation
BRUSSELS – Finland and Sweden will join NATO in the autumn when they have met all of Ankara’s requirements. However, their accession protocol has not yet been ratified by Hungary and Turkey, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said at a press conference on Wednesday after meeting NATO defense ministers. “Both Sweden and Finland have now […]
Niinistö on NATO membership: “If not before Vilnius, why after?”
“If not before Vilnius, why after,” he remarked interview for STT. Both Finland and Sweden heard several encouraging statements about a smooth accession process last spring, he reminded, but the process has turned out to be very different. The bumpy road has not only caused headaches for the two aspiring member states. “I see that […]
Turkey’s president says no support for Sweden’s NATO bid
ISTANBUL – Turkey’s president cast serious doubt on NATO expansion on Monday after warning Sweden not to expect support for its bid to join the military alliance following weekend protests in Stockholm by anti-Islam activist and pro-Kurdish groups. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan criticized Rasmus Paludan’s protest against the Koran on Saturday, saying it was an […]
Sweden’s refusal to investigate Erdogan’s doll incident ‘absurd’: Turkish FM
ANKARA, Jan. 17 (Xinhua) — Turkey’s foreign minister on Tuesday claimed as “absurd” a Swedish prosecutor’s decision not to investigate a protest in Stockholm where the effigy of Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan was hung. “The decision by the (Swedish) prosecutor’s office not to investigate the incident is extremely absurd, and we all know what the […]
Copenhagen among the most LGBTQ+-friendly capitals in the world
Copenhagen has steadily established itself as one of the world’s LGBTQ+ capitals, and it was no surprise when World Pride chose the city to host its 2021 event. Indeed, Copenhagen and neighboring Malmö won the right to also host the EuroGames at the same time, but the restrictions prevented ‘Copenhagen 2021’ from being one of […]
Sweden’s prime minister promises to meet Turkey’s demands for NATO membership
ANKARA, Nov. 8 (Xinhua) — Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson vowed on Tuesday to meet Turkish security demands in a bid to win Turkey’s approval of his country’s application to join NATO. “We will fully implement the trilateral memorandum,” Kristersson said at a joint press conference with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in the capital […]
FC Copenhagen bows out with another draw
Park the fortressThe draw means that FCK have still only lost one Champions League game at home in the club’s history – a 0-2 loss to Real Madrid back in 2013. Along the way, the likes of Barcelona, Manchester United, Benfica, Juventus have all failed to win at the Parken Stadium, with Manchester City, Sevilla […]
Erdogan invites Sweden’s new prime minister to visit Turkey
ANKARA, Oct. 26 (Xinhua) — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said he would be happy to host new Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson in Türkiye during a phone call between the two leaders on Wednesday, after months of tensions with the Nordic country over its NATO bid. Erdogan told Kristersson that it is in “the […]
Architecture speaks – The international lecture series on contemporary architecture continues online
Program 2022-2023 Architecture Speaks: Andrew WaughWednesday 2 November 2022, 13:15–14:30 (UTC+2) Andrew Waugh is the founding director of Waugh Thistleton Architects, dedicated to delivering beautiful buildings and places that recognize their impact on the environment. He is a globally known representative of low-impact architecture and innovative construction, lobbies and lectures internationally to communicate the urgent […]
Ukraine fast-tracks NATO membership; The US is pushing back
WASHINGTON – Ukraine’s bid to speed up its efforts to join NATO, following Russia’s annexation of four more Ukrainian territories, is being met with caution in Brussels and Washington, where top officials are trying to shift focus to their unwavering support for Kyiv. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted a video on social media on Friday […]
Ukraine Pushes for Fast NATO Membership; The US is pushing back
WASHINGTON – Ukraine’s bid to speed up its efforts to join NATO, following Russia’s annexation of four more Ukrainian territories, is being met with caution in Brussels and Washington, where top officials are trying to shift focus to their unwavering support for Kyiv. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted a video on social media on Friday […]
Denmark is the world leader in digital infrastructure
Here, Copenhagen came in overall fourth place, after the likes of Berlin, Madrid and Tallinn. Copenhagen makes a strong debutMeanwhile, Copenhagen was ranked for the first time in this year’s edition, as the report for the first time included an assessment of e-government in the most populous city in each of the 193 UN member […]
Sweden reveals complication in NATO talks
Turkey has repeatedly raised the issue of pictures of Swedish parliamentarians waving PKK flags, Stockholm’s foreign minister said Talks with Turkey about Sweden’s accession to NATO have become more difficult, Swedish Foreign Minister Ann Linde said on Saturday. That’s because images emerged in July showing several left-wing Swedish parliamentarians posing with flags from a Kurdish […]
Russia issues new warning to NATO candidates
Russia will strengthen its northwestern flank if the facilities become a reality, says FM Sergey Lavrov Moscow will need to increase its “Abilities” in the northwest if NATO facilities appear in Finland and Sweden, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said. The top diplomat made the comments on Thursday while meeting students and staff at […]
Moscow teases response to future NATO bases in Finland and Sweden
Russia will bolster its north-west flank if Nato bases do materialise, its top diplomat has said Moscow will need to increase its “Abilities” in the northwest if NATO facilities appear in Finland and Sweden, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said. The top diplomat made the comments on Thursday while meeting students and staff at […]
Russian MiG-31 fighter jets violate Finnish airspace
Helsinki [Finland]August 19 (ANI): Two Russian MiG-31 fighter jets reportedly violated Finnish airspace near the coastal city of Borgo in the Gulf of Finland on Thursday. The incident occurred as Finland seeks membership in NATO following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The incident of suspected violation occurred at 06:40 GMT on Thursday and the jet was […]
Sweden must extradite Turkish man after NATO agreement
Officials declined to say whether the move was part of a deal to secure Turkey’s approval to join NATO Sweden will extradite a man to Turkey wanted for fraud, the first case since Stockholm agreed to deport dozens of people wanted by Ankara as the country seeks Turkish approval to join the NATO alliance. The […]
Minister of Defence, the highest general speech on Finland’s security policy
Major decisions have been made in Finland’s security policy over the past six months, when the country has been planning to join NATO. Minister of Defense Antti Kaikkonen (Cen) estimates that Finland’s long-established NATO compatibility will help the country adapt to NATO membership. "You could say that we are fully compatible with NATO. We meet […]
Helsinki will host the final of the European Super Cup
The Helsinki Olympic Stadium will host the European Super Cup final between Real Madrid and Eintracht Frankfurt on Wednesday night. The event was the first time the final was held in Finland. The Super Cup is an annual playoff between the winners of the two biggest club competitions in European football. UEFA Champions League and […]
Biden signs US support for Finland and Sweden’s NATO applications
Earlier this month, senators voted 95-1 for Finland and Sweden to join, giving the United States, 23rd out of 30 NATO countries, official support. “Just a few months ago, I welcomed the President of Finland and the Prime Minister of Sweden to the White House to show the strong support of the United States for […]
Biden signs the ratification of US support to Finland, Sweden NATO offers
Washington [US]August 10 (ANI): US President Joe Biden on Tuesday signed US ratification of bids by Finland and Sweden to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), moving a step closer in response to Russia’s special military operation in Ukraine . President Biden said on Twitter, “Finland and Sweden will make NATO stronger. Today I […]
The US Senate approves NATO membership in Finland, Sweden
Washington DC [US]August 4 (ANI): Amid threats from Russian President Vladimir Putin that Sweden and Finland would face unspecified retaliation if they joined NATO, the US Senate on Wednesday (local time) approved both countries’ applications to join the alliance. The Senate voted overwhelmingly to approve a treaty that would expand NATO to include Finland and […]
The US Senate ratified Finland’s NATO application
The US Senate voted to admit Finland and Sweden to NATO by a vote of 95 to one in Wednesday’s session, with one senator voting “present” and three abstaining from the vote. Ratification requires that at least two-thirds of the Senate, or 67 senators, had to vote for it. "Welcoming Sweden and Finland to NATO […]
Turkey demands NATO hopefuls deliver terrorist commitments
Sweden has still not handed over the people Ankara is looking for, Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu has said. Sweden still has not extradited people accused of terrorism-related crimes by Turkey despite promising to do so last month in a deal that prompted Ankara to lift its veto of Stockholm’s NATO application, Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu […]
Turkey demands NATO hopefuls fulfill terrorist commitments
Sweden has still not handed over the people Ankara is looking for, Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu has said. Sweden still has not extradited people accused of terrorism-related crimes by Turkey despite promising to do so last month in a deal that prompted Ankara to lift its veto of Stockholm’s NATO application, Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu […]
Turkey gives NATO a hopeful warning
Anakara tells Sweden it expects it to honor an agreement believed to have been reached in June Sweden still has not extradited people accused of terrorism-related crimes by Turkey despite promising to do so last month in a deal that prompted Ankara to lift its veto of Stockholm’s NATO application, Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said […]
Sport Round-Up: Danish cycling success keeps on coming… this time in the women’s Tour de France
Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig’s win on the third stage of the inaugural Tour de France Femme yesterday was the perfect tonic for her Team Française des Jeux after a brutal Monday in the saddle that sidelined teammate Marta Cavalli after a horror crash. In the history of the men’s race, you’d struggle to find an instance […]
Turkey mocks NATO applicant for terror propaganda
Ankara has reportedly summoned Sweden’s top diplomat to the country to express outrage over a Kurdish protest in Gothenburg Turkey’s foreign ministry has reportedly summoned Sweden’s top diplomat to the country, to express the government’s “strong reaction” to a Kurdish group’s protest this week in Gothenburg. Officials told Sweden’s interim chief of mission in Ankara […]
The Finnish American football player commits to the University of Alabama
One of the most promising Finnish American football prospects, Olaus Alinencommitted on Friday to the University of Alabama, a prestigious college football program in the United States. 18-year-old Alinen made her decision after receiving 46 scholarship offers from US universities. After Alinen considered other universities such as Ohio State, Oregon, Georgia and Miami, she ultimately […]
European aviation chaos is crushing confidence in flying
The recent disruption in passenger schedules is clearly visible in the rise in partial cancellations and changes to bookings. Between May 30 and July 10, it has nearly tripled from 13 percent before the pandemic (in 2019) to 36 percent this summer. The collapse of last-minute bookings and the increase in cancellations and changes is […]
The US Congress supports Finland’s NATO membership
The US House of Representatives voted on Monday to approve Finland and Sweden joining NATO, but the final decision will be made by the Senate, which has not yet voted on the matter. The US Senate is the legislative body responsible for deciding international treaties, and it requires a two-thirds majority to pass a measure. […]
Turkey may still freeze NATO’s Erdogan expansion
Finland and Sweden must meet Ankara’s conditions before becoming members, President Erdogan warned Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned Sweden and Finland on Monday that Ankara could still “freeze” its NATO membership, they fall from last month’s agreement, in which the two Nordic countries promised to take specific measures to overcome Turkey’s objections. “I want […]
Turkey can still “freeze” NATO’s expansion – Erdogan
Finland and Sweden must meet Ankara’s conditions before becoming members, President Erdogan warned Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned Sweden and Finland on Monday that Ankara could still come “freeze” their NATO membership on Helsinki and Stockholm does not meet last month’s agreement. The two Scandinavian countries had promised to take specific measures to overcome […]
Niinistö: Finland’s NATO process does not affect relations between Turkey and Russia
A closer relationship between Turkey and Russia will have little effect on Finland’s NATO membership process, President Sauli Niinistö told MTV News in a television interview on Friday. Turkey’s ties with Russia are stronger than with other NATO countries, the Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and the President of Russia Vladimir Putin meet in Iran […]
Hedvig Lindahl
Hedvig Lindahl is one of Swedish football’s foremost goalkeepers of all time with a solid track record which includes that she has guarded the goal in the national team for over twenty years. In addition to five clubs in the damallsvenskan, she has also played for Chelsea FC Women in England, where she won both […]
Germany’s legislators approve of NATO expansion
Legislators in Germany voted by an overwhelming majority on Friday to approve Finland’s and Sweden’s membership in NATO, and Poland’s lower house also moved ratification forward. NATO allies who met in Madrid last week signed the accession protocols for the two countries to join the alliance. The move must now be ratified by the governments […]
Turkey renews extradition requests with Sweden and Finland after the NATO membership agreement
Bozdag said the countries had previously failed to respond to any of Turkey’s extradition requests for “terrorist suspects,” even though they were in line with both international and bilateral agreements. “A monitoring committee was established within the framework of the agreement signed between Turkey, Sweden and Finland at the last NATO summit,” he said. Their […]
Turkey is renewing extradition requests with Sweden and Finland under the NATO membership agreement
Ankara [Turkey]July 7 (ANI / Xinhua): On Wednesday, Turkey renewed its extradition requests for “terror suspects” with Finland and Sweden, following an agreement with the Nordic countries on their NATO application. “Today, we have renewed some requests that were previously rejected and reminded them of some requests that were not answered,” Justice Minister Bekir Bozdag […]
The first countries to ratify Finland’s NATO membership
A day after Finland and Sweden signed the NATO accession protocol on Tuesday, five of the 30 member states – Norway, Denmark, Canada, Iceland and Estonia – have ratified the two countries joining the alliance. Norway, Denmark and Canada approved two new Nordic memberships on Tuesday, i.e. the day of signing the accession protocol. The […]
Turkey reminds Sweden, Finland
Ankara has sent an official letter to Stockholm and Helsinki urging the two Nordic countries to extradite? Terrorists? Turkey has sent a reminder to Sweden and Finland of its request for the extradition of the people whom Ankara considers to be “terrorists”. At the end of June, Turkey joined the countries that joined NATO, after […]
Turkey gives Sweden and Finland “reminder”
Ankara has sent an official letter to Stockholm and Helsinki urging the two Nordic countries to extradite “terrorists” Turkey has sent a reminder to Sweden and Finland of its request for the extradition of the persons whom Ankara considers “terrorists.“At the end of June, Turkey joined the countries that joined NATO, after blocking their tenders […]
NATO allies signed the accession protocol for Sweden and Finland
– When there are 32 nations around the table, we are even stronger and our nations are even safer when we face the biggest security crisis in decades, stated the NATO Secretary General. Jens Stoltenberg at the press conference after the signing ceremony. Xinhua reports that NATO’s 30 member states formally invited Finland and Sweden […]
YLE: The majority of MPs would take Finland into NATO, even if Sweden didn’t keep up
In particular, the willingness of the largest opposition parties – Basic Finns and the Coalition – to go it alone was high. However, many who thought so considered that ideally the countries would join the defense alliance hand in hand. Instead, 30 lawmakers stated that the neighboring countries should join the defense alliance hand in […]
Canada, Denmark and Norway ratified Finland’s membership in NATO
Finland’s and Sweden’s membership applications were ratified almost immediately by Canada, Denmark and Norway. According to Helsingin Sanomat. Estonia is expected to do the same on Wednesday. Applications must be ratified by all 30 NATO member states before those invited become full members. National ratification processes are expected to vary in length from days to […]
Canada ratifies Finland, Sweden’s accession protocol, to join NATO
OTTAWA, July 5 (Xinhua) – Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Tuesday that Canada is ratifying the accession protocols of Finland and Sweden to join NATO. “Canada became the first country to ratify the accession protocols of Finland and Sweden to join NATO. This brings the two countries one step closer to full membership,” […]
GLOBALink | Finland, Sweden’s accession will weaken NATO: Greek researchers
ATHENS, July 1 (Xinhua) – Finland’s and Sweden’s accession to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) will be a negative development for the West, as it will eventually weaken the alliance, said a Greek researcher commenting on the results. of the recently concluded NATO summit in Madrid. NATO has formally invited Sweden and Finland to […]
NATO allies sign accession protocols for Sweden, Finland
BRUSSELS, July 5 (Xinhua) – NATO’s 30 allies signed accession protocols for Sweden and Finland on Tuesday, starting the process of letting the two Nordic countries into the alliance, which may pose a serious challenge to global security. “With 32 nations around the table, we will be even stronger and our people will be even […]
NATO signs accession protocol for Sweden, Finland
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The member states of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) will sign the accession protocols for Finland and Sweden, days after Turkey lifted its veto on historic Nordic expansion. – Other media news – Monday’s move will pave the way for what is expected to be a lengthy ratification process, which must […]
Finland and Sweden signed the NATO accession protocol
Finland and Sweden signed the official NATO accession protocol at the alliance’s headquarters in Brussels on Tuesday at the council meeting. Secretary General of NATO Jens Stoltenberg led the event saying it was "historic" a moment for union. "This is a good day for Finland and Sweden and a good day for NATO. With 32 […]
Finland is not revising the laws amid pressure from Turkey, Henriksson repeats
The Kurds of Finland have been worried that the country could give in to the demands and, for example, subject them to surveillance and provide information about them to the Turkish authorities. The surrender issue has also become a topic of discussion after the signing of the memorandum between Finland, Sweden and Turkey in Madrid, […]
Finland reveals what helped break the deadlock with Turkey
A coffee break served as a turning point in the difficult negotiations, says the Foreign Minister The agreement with Turkey, which paved the way for Finland and Sweden to join NATO, was struck in part thanks to a coffee break, Finnish Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto has revealed. Tense negotiations had been going on for weeks […]
NATO applicants respond to Turkey for extradition
Extradition process for foreign “terrorism” suspects can only take place according to local laws, Finland and Sweden insist There will be no fast-track extraditions “terrorism” suspects to Turkey, Finland and Sweden have signaled after the two Nordic countries reached an agreement with Ankara to resolve their stalemate in NATO’s tender. This week, Turkey and the […]
Turkey issues new NATO warning to Sweden and Finland
Ankara made a new threat to block Finland’s and Sweden’s bids Turkey will not ratify NATO’s offers from Sweden and Finland until the Nordic states fulfill the promises they have made to Ankara, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan declared on Thursday. If Helsinki and Stockholm do not keep their promises, the applications will not be […]
Erdogan warns that Turkey can still block Nordic NATO Drive
MADRID – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told Sweden and Finland on Thursday that he could still block their efforts to join NATO if they fail to implement a new accession agreement with Ankara. Erdogan issued his straightforward warning at the end of a NATO summit in which the US-led alliance formally invited the Nordic […]
There will be no changes to Finnish legislation from the agreement with Turkey, says Foreign Minister Haavisto
Foreign minister Pekka Haavisto (Green) told Yle on Friday morning that no agreement was reached on the signing of a trilateral memorandum between Finland, Turkey and Sweden in Madrid on Tuesday. With the signing of the protocol, Turkey promised to support the Nordic countries’ NATO applications, but the Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said on […]
Ministry of Justice: No new extradition requests have been submitted from Turkey
According to the Ministry of Justice, Finland has not received any new extradition requests from Turkey in recent days. Earlier this week, Turkey reiterated its demand that Finland and Sweden hand over terrorist suspects. Minister of Justice of Turkey Bekir Bozdag told Russian NTV on Wednesday that the country plans to extradite 12 people from […]
Niinistö: The memorandum with Turkey was about invitation, not ratification
“We have to take it one step at a time, that’s the situation we are in,” he added. “Ratification is another matter or another operation.” Finland, Sweden and Turkey signed a tripartite memorandum on Tuesday after nearly four hours of negotiations in Madrid in connection with the NATO summit in Spain. According to Article 10 […]
Sweden and Finland must fulfill their promises to join NATO – Ankara
The President of Turkey made a new threat to block Finland’s and Sweden’s tenders The two Nordic countries must first keep the promises made to Turkey in an agreement reached to lift their veto on their NATO bid, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Thursday. Should Finland and Sweden fail to keep their promises, […]
The NATO summit ends in the midst of criticism of the bloc’s aggression
© Provided by Xinhua “NATO has always been used by the United States as a tool to preserve its hegemony,” said Professor Gilbert Achcar. “The United States is trying to pressure Europe to pursue its own policies, including in East Asia.” MADRID, June 30 (Xinhua) – The 2022 Summit of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization […]
Biden calls for the Senate filibuster to be released over abortion
The US president said an? Exception? needed to be made the 60-vote rule to legalize abortion US President Joe Biden wants the Senate to get rid of the filibuster rule in order to pass the abortion legislation, he told reporters on Thursday at the NATO summit in Spain. However, he may miss the votes, as […]
Biden: Putin got Finland “natized”.
President of the United States Joe Biden joked to reporters about how the Russian president Vladimir Putin united Europe in opposition to Russia at a press conference at the end of the NATO summit in Madrid on Thursday. "[Putin] wanted to Europeanise Europe. He received the Finnish NATO Association." The President of the United States […]
Sweden, Finland’s decision to join NATO will make us more confident: Joe Biden
Madrid [Spain]June 30 (ANI): In the midst of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, US President Joe Biden said on Thursday (local time) that Sweden’s and Finland’s decision to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) would increase the collective strength of the alliance and make it stronger and safer. On Twitter, Biden said, […]
NATO chief: Finland and Sweden have the right to choose their own path
Secretary General of NATO Jens Stoltenberg answered the Russian president Vladimir PutinComments on the possible increased military presence of NATO in Finland and Sweden at a press conference closing the Alliance’s Madrid Summit. "Finland and Sweden are independent countries and they have the right to choose their own path and join NATO. We have welcomed […]
Putin warns Sweden and Finland about NATO forces
although there was no threat before, in the case of the deployment of military departments and military infrastructure, we must respond symmetrically and raise the same threats in those areas where threats have risen to us,” the Russian president said, as quoted by CNN. . He also said that Russia would not mind if Sweden […]
The Alliance of the Roman Empire would benefit Europe’s Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
Boris Johnson wants a political community that encompasses not only the EU but the ancient territory of the Roman Empire The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Boris Johnson has reportedly been so in love with French President Emmanuel Macron’s idea of a “European political community” that includes not only the EU but Eastern Europe […]
Putin warns Sweden, Finland of NATO troops
Moscow [Russia]June 30 (ANI): On Wednesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin warned Finland and Sweden that if they welcomed NATO troops and military infrastructure into their territory, Moscow would respond in kind. Speaking at a press conference in Turkmenistan, Putin said: “Only we must understand clearly and precisely – even if there was no threat before, […]
NATO adds two new members
The US-led military bloc has formally invited Sweden and Finland to join NATO has officially invited former non-aligned Sweden and Finland to join its ranks. “Today, we have decided to invite Finland and Sweden to join NATO, and have agreed to sign the accession protocols,” the military bloc said in a statement on Wednesday during […]
The NATO summit starts in Spain
The increase in forces, aid to Ukraine and the further expansion of the bloc are on the agenda NATO, the US-led military bloc, began its annual three-day summit in Madrid on Tuesday. The 30-member organization will focus on strengthening its forces in Europe and elsewhere in the wake of Russia’s military campaign in Ukraine, which […]
Live: Ukraine’s war at the center of the “important” NATO summit in Madrid
The war in Ukraine will be in focus for a NATO summit in Madrid, its secretary general, Jens Stoltenberg, is considered “crucial” for the alliance’s future on Wednesday. Finland and Sweden will be formally invited to join the alliance after Turkey put down its opposition on Tuesday. Follow our live blog for the latest developments. […]
Live: “You will not win,” the Spanish prime minister told Putin
The war in Ukraine will be in focus for a NATO summit in Madrid, its secretary general, Jens Stoltenberg, is considered “crucial” for the alliance’s future on Wednesday. Finland and Sweden will be formally invited to join the alliance after Turkey put down its opposition on Tuesday. Follow our live blog for the latest developments. […]
NATO tells Ukraine to continue fighting
The military alliance encourages Ukrainian President Zelensky to continue the war with Russia, said Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo. “Fighting Russia with Western aid is the only way forward for Ukraine,” NATO members told President Volodymyr Zelensky, the Belgian prime minister said on Wednesday. “We make it very clear that this war can only […]
Two states will join NATO
NATO has formally invited Sweden and Finland to become its newest members The US-led military bloc NATO has formally invited former non-aligned Sweden and Finland to join its ranks. “Today, we have decided to invite Finland and Sweden to join NATO and have agreed to sign the accession protocols.” said the bloc in a statement […]
Plant-based hamburger ad for “human flesh” wins award
A Swedish food brand has debuted a patty that they claim tastes like humans An ad for a plant-based burger flavored to mimic human flesh won an award at the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity last week – although it is unclear who could judge the vegan patty’s resemblance to the real thing. Swedish vegan […]
NATO leaders gather for the Madrid summit
NATO leaders gather in Madrid, Spain, for a summit that will include a discussion on support for Ukraine and how the alliance will adapt to meet current and future challenges. The leaders are expected to agree to increase support for Ukraine as it defends itself from a Russian invasion. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg told […]
At the NATO summit, Biden announces US reinforcements of NATO forces in Europe
Madrid [Spain]June 29 (ANI): US President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced significant US reinforcements of NATO forces in Europe to meet threats across all areas – land, air and sea, as the long-awaited transatlantic summit began in Madrid amid the furious the conflict in Ukraine. Together with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, Biden declared new […]
NATO leaders gather for the Madrid summit
US President Joe Biden announced on Wednesday that the US is sending additional naval fighters to be stationed in Spain, establishing a permanent headquarters for the US 5th Army Corps in Poland, adding a rotating brigade of 3,000 soldiers and 2,000 other personnel who will have its headquarters in Romania, and send two more F-35 […]
NATO formally invites Finland, Sweden to join the military alliance
Madrid [Spain]June 29 (ANI): The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has formally invited Sweden and Finland to join the military alliance, said NATO Heads of State and Government in a declaration. “We reaffirm our commitment to NATO’s open door policy. Today we have decided to invite Finland and Sweden to join NATO, and have agreed […]
Zelenskyy calls on NATO to allow Ukraine into a military alliance
Madrid [Spain]June 29 (ANI): Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has once again appealed to European countries to allow their country into the military alliance of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). “Has Ukraine not paid enough?” Zelenskyy asked the leaders of the military alliance when they met in Madrid, Spain on Wednesday. “Is our contribution to […]
Russia’s most significant and direct threat to Allied security: NATO
Madrid [Spain]June 29 (ANI): NATO leaders have called Russia “the most significant and direct threat” to security in the alliance’s member states, the final declaration released on Wednesday following the Madrid summit said. “The Russian Federation is the most significant and direct threat to the security of the Allies and to peace and stability in […]
Finland, Sweden’s accession, will weaken NATO, says Greek researchers
© Provided by Xinhua Turkey has dropped its objections to the two countries’ NATO accession, but many questions remain regarding the alliance’s enlargement plans before and after the start of the ongoing Ukraine crisis. ATHENS, June 29 (Xinhua) – Finland’s and Sweden’s accession to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) will be a negative development […]
Biden: The United States strengthens European military presence
US President Joe Biden announced on Wednesday that the US is strengthening its military presence in Europe, including the deployment of additional sea fighters in Spain and the positioning of more troops elsewhere. Biden, in Madrid for a NATO summit with 30 countries, said that the United States would establish a permanent headquarters for the […]
Herbal hamburger ad for human flesh wins award
A Swedish food brand has debuted a patty that they claim tastes like humans An ad for a plant-based burger flavored to mimic human flesh won an award at the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity last week – although it is unclear who could judge the vegan patty’s resemblance to the real thing. Swedish vegan […]
NATO tells Ukraine to fight Belgian prime minister
The military bloc wants Ukrainian President Zelensky to continue the conflict with Russia, Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo said Fighting Russia with Western aid is the only way forward for Ukraine, NATO members have told President Volodymyr Zelensky, according to Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo. “We make it very clear that this war […]
NATO invites Finland and Sweden as members
NATO officially invited Finland and Sweden to join the alliance on Wednesday after weeks of negotiations. The decision followed the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Nordic countries and Turkey, which facilitated the application process. Earlier, when Finland and Sweden announced their intention to join the alliance, Turkey had opposed it because of […]
Joe Biden congratulates Finland, Sweden and Turkey on signing the NATO Accession Treaty
The President of Finland invited the President of Finland Sauli Niinistö and the Prime Minister of Sweden Magdalena Anderssonvisited the White House and said he strongly supported their membership. “Their membership will strengthen NATO’s collective security and benefit the entire transatlantic alliance. I look forward to working with NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg, our allies and […]
NATO allies agree on the “biggest overhaul” of defense since the Cold War
The NATO countries will meet on Tuesday in the Spanish capital Madrid, where the alliance will adjust its military position against Russia when the war in Ukraine enters its fifth month. Ahead of the summit, Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said that NATO will greatly increase the number of troops on high alert from 40,000 to over […]
The Russian space agency mocks NATO
Roscosmos published the coordinates of Western “decision centers” ahead of the alliance summit The Russian space agency marked the start of a key summit for NATO leaders in Madrid on Tuesday by releasing satellite images and coordinates of Western powers. While the leaders of the 30 members of the US-led bloc are busy with their […]
Researcher: Turkey’s change of mind about Finland’s, Sweden’s NATO applications surprising
Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for Foreign Policy (FIIA), Toni Alarantatold Yle on Tuesday that he was surprised at how quickly Finland, Sweden and Turkey reached an agreement on NATO applications from the two Nordic countries. The officials were signed by the foreign ministers of Turkey, Sweden and Finland "memorandum of understanding" The NATO […]
Turkey reaches NATO agreement with Finland and Sweden
Scandinavian countries will be NATO observers at the forthcoming summit Turkey will support inviting Finland and Sweden to NATO at the alliance’s forthcoming summit in Spain, Finnish President Sauli Niinisto announced on Tuesday after a meeting with his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Swedish Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson. The three countries signed a memorandum […]
The security meeting that determines Europe’s future
After one last jerk in the marathon negotiations with Turkey, Sweden is released over the threshold to NATO. It takes place at the NATO summit in Madrid, and receives a great deal of attention. But at this meeting, something else also happens, which does not get as big headlines. The NATO countries must plan the […]
Turkey continues to threaten to veto Sweden, Finland from joining NATO
Istanbul – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan heads to this week’s NATO summit in Madrid and threatens to veto Finland’s and Sweden’s attempts to join the Atlantic Alliance. Ankara warns that it is not ready to lift its veto threat against their offer of NATO membership ahead of the alliance’s summit in Madrid on Tuesday. […]
Joe Biden congratulates Finland, Sweden and Turkey for reaching a pact to join NATO
Washington [US]June 29 (ANI): US President Joe Biden congratulates Finland, Sweden and Turkey for reaching an agreement that will pave the way for the Nordic countries to join the alliance with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). In a statement, Biden said: “I congratulate Turkey, Finland and Sweden on signing a trilateral memorandum, which paves […]
Finland and Sweden agree with NATO on NATO
NATO released memorandum late Tuesday. According to the document, Finland and Sweden confirmed the terrorist status of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) and undertook to prevent the activities of all terrorist organizations, their extensions, stakeholders and inspired groups, and to investigate and prevent all funding and recruitment of such organizations. The Nordic countries also promised […]
