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Russian media have welcomed President Trump’s push to annex Greenland while criticising European opposition, as Trump also invited Vladimir Putin to join a U.S.-led “board of peace” on global conflicts and Gaza, an invitation the Kremlin says it is still assessing.

In Africa, Congolese forces reentered Uvira following a rebel withdrawal as fighting continued, while the UN warned that Sudan’s war is deepening a humanitarian crisis affecting more than 30 million people.

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1️⃣ 🇷🇺🇺🇸 Russia praises Trump over Greenland dispute: Russian state and pro-Kremlin media welcomed President Trump’s push to annex Greenland while criticising European opposition, arguing it would weaken Europe and strain NATO to Russia’s advantage. Commentators said Trump should act quickly to avoid domestic political costs and used the dispute to justify Russia’s war in Ukraine and its approach toward Washington.

2️⃣ 🇺🇸🇷🇺 Trump invites Putin to Gaza ‘board of peace’: President Trump has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to join a U.S.-led “board of peace” intended to address global conflicts and oversee Gaza’s governance and reconstruction. The Kremlin confirmed the invitation but said it is seeking clarification, with no indication whether Putin will participate as the war in Ukraine continues.

3️⃣ 🌍📉 IMF warns of downside risks to global growth: The IMF said global growth remains resilient at a projected 3.3% this year but warned that trade tensions and a possible reversal of the AI investment boom pose significant risks. It also stressed that central bank independence is critical, cautioning that political, market, or geopolitical shocks could weigh on economic activity.

4️⃣ 🇮🇱🇵🇸 Israel launches large-scale raid in Hebron: Israeli forces launched a large-scale operation in the occupied West Bank city of Hebron, deploying hundreds of soldiers, armoured vehicles and heavy machinery, imposing curfews, and carrying out arrests. The army said the raid aims to dismantle alleged militant infrastructure and could last several days, amid reports of widespread lockdowns.

5️⃣ 🇪🇺🇺🇸 European industry criticises Trump tariff threats: European business groups criticised President Trump’s threat to impose new tariffs unless Greenland is handed over, warning of significant costs to industry and renewed trade instability. Leaders urged a coordinated EU response, while companies said short timelines and uncertainty limit their ability to mitigate the impact.

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🇩🇰🇬🇱 Denmark boosts Greenland troop presence

Denmark is expanding its military presence in Greenland, with additional combat soldiers expected to arrive in Kangerlussuaq, while about 200 troops are already deployed in Nuuk and western Greenland, according to Danish officials. The soldiers are taking part in the Arctic Endurance training exercise, and Denmark’s Arctic commander, Maj. Gen. Søren Andersen, said the deployment is driven by concerns about Russia rather than pressure from the United States. 

Danish Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen said Copenhagen has asked NATO to consider a mission to Greenland following talks with the alliance’s leadership. Andersen said the operation is expected to last one to two years, with further deployments planned for 2026 and beyond in cooperation with foreign forces. The move comes as U.S. President Donald Trump continues to raise the prospect of annexing Greenland, claims Danish officials criticised while noting that there is no evidence of increased Chinese or Russian activity near the island.

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1️⃣ 🇸🇾 Clashes reported after Syria ceasefire deal: Clashes were reported in north-eastern Syria after the government and the Kurdish-led SDF agreed a nationwide ceasefire intended to end nearly two weeks of fighting. Both sides accused each other of violations, with conflicting accounts over territorial advances, prison security and casualties as implementation talks continued.

2️⃣ 🇨🇩🇷🇼 Congo retakes Uvira after rebel withdrawal: Congolese troops and allied militias reentered the eastern town of Uvira after Rwanda-backed M23 rebels withdrew a month after seizing it. The army said it is consolidating control, though residents reported ongoing gunfire as fighting continues despite a U.S.-brokered peace deal.

3️⃣ 🇸🇩🇺🇳 UN warns of worsening crisis in Sudan: UN rights chief Volker Turk said Sudan’s war has subjected civilians to “horror and hell,” citing mass displacement, acute food insecurity and testimony of severe abuses. He warned that all parties are increasingly militarising society and attacking civilian infrastructure, with more than 30 million people now in need of humanitarian assistance.

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