NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has triggered a fierce debate by saying Europe should “keep on dreaming” if it believes it can defend itself without the United States. His remarks, tied to Greenland tensions and defence spending, have exposed deep divisions within Europe over security independence.
A viral photo of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with tape covering his phone camera has ignited global speculation about surveillance, spyware, and digital security. Here’s what experts, officials, and past incidents reveal about why powerful leaders still rely on low-tech protection.
From dazzling fireworks in Sydney, Paris, and Dubai to grief in Gaza and cautious hope in Ukraine and Syria, the world ushered in 2026 with celebration, reflection, and renewed calls for peace after a turbulent year.
In a dramatic moment at the White House, Secretary of State Marco Rubio passed an urgent handwritten note to President Donald Trump during a roundtable, signaling a breakthrough in Gaza ceasefire talks. Hours later, Trump announced a landmark Israel–Hamas peace deal on Truth Social.