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Donald Trump is again weighing options to bring Greenland under US control, calling it a national security priority. With China and Russia active in the Arctic, Washington cites missile defense, rare earths and new shipping routes—alarming Europe and Denmark as geopolitics harden.
India has firmly rejected China’s recent statement that Beijing helped mediate a truce with Pakistan during Operation Sindoor. New Delhi reiterated that the ceasefire was reached through direct military-to-military talks after Pakistan requested it and that no third-party role was involved.
On the second day of China’s large-scale “Justice Mission 2025” drills, the PLA fired rockets into waters near Taiwan and surrounded the island with naval, air, and missile forces, simulating a blockade and live-fire combat scenarios. Taiwan condemned the actions as provocative amid rising cross-strait tensions.
The United Nations General Assembly approved a $3.45 billion regular budget for 2026, endorsing cuts in spending and staffing while funding core operations across peace, development, and human rights. The decision, reached by the Fifth Committee after negotiations, reflects ongoing financial pressures and wider reform efforts.
China continued its large military exercises around Taiwan on the second day, firing around 27 rockets into surrounding waters as part of live-fire drills and blockade rehearsals. The show of force, involving air and sea units, has heightened regional tension and drawn international attention.
