President Donald Trump refuses to use the diplomatic tools provided by Congress to expand US influence in the Arctic region. Meanwhile, the January crisis sparked by his threats to annex Greenland continues to cast a shadow over transatlantic relations in the region.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced late Tuesday afternoon the release of French nationals Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris, teachers in France who were convicted of espionage while visiting Iran. Their evacuation follows intense diplomatic negotiations and a painstakingly planned operation.
In a bid to transform their military capital into a lever of political influence, key figures from Ukraine's Khartia brigade and the 3rd Azov Assault Brigade, now known as the 3rd Army Corps, have teamed up to shape a common platform to prepare for Ukraine's future elections.
New probes into the People's Liberation Army, Rocket Force, United Front and security services have reignited persistent rumours surrounding Wang Xiaohong's near absence from public life.