US discussing options to acquire Greenland, including use of military, says White House
It came as European allies rallied behind Denmark, which is pushing back against Trump's ambitions for the Arctic island.
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Aldrich Ames, CIA agent who sold secrets to the Soviets, dies aged 84
The double agent compromised more than 100 operations and betrayed more than 30 agents spying for the West.
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An Indian state wants to tackle hate speech with a law - can it work?
Karnataka has passed a bill to prevent hate speech and hate crimes but critics say it could erode civil liberties.
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CIA turncoat who sold out to Soviet Russia dies in prison
A CIA turncoat who orchestrated one of the most damaging intelligence breaches in American history by selling secrets to the Soviet Union and Russia has died in prison.
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Russia sends navy ships to guard oil tanker being pursued by US forces
US officials say that American forces plan to seize the Russian-flagged ship accused of breaking sanctions.
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Military action in Greenland 'always an option' says White House
Using the military to take Greenland is "always an option" the White House says, amid mounting tension over Donald Trump's plans for the territory.
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US makes big commitment to Ukraine peace deal – but one man is missing from talks
Although not to be underplayed, the Anglo-French commitment to put a multi-national force into Ukraine after a ceasefire was always on the table.
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BBC looks into the relationship between Cuba and Venezuela
The BBC's Cuba correspondent, Will Grant, explains what's the nature of the relationship between Venezuela and Cuba.
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'It seems unjust to me' - Views on Maduro's seizure from Caracas
BBC Mundo has spoken to Venezuelans in the country's capital about the latest US military operation.
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US may intercept and seize oil tanker heading for Europe, reports say
US officials have a warrant to seize the Russian-flagged ship accused of breaking sanctions.
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Six dead and hundreds of flights cancelled as snow causes chaos across Europe
Hundreds of flights have been cancelled in Amsterdam and Paris, with thousands of people stranded.
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The painful questions for Nato and the EU as Trump threatens Greenland
Were Trump to make good on his ambition to bring Greenland under US control, would it mark not just an existential threat to Nato but also a major crisis for the EU?
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Trump needs US oil firms to make his Venezuela plan work - but can they deliver?
Donald Trump wants US oil companies to go into Venezuela, fix the oil infrastructure and boost production, but it's unlikely to be straightforward.
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Venezuelan security forces detain journalists as armed police patrol streets
Venezuelans describe their fear of speaking out as 14 media workers are detained and police check people's social media.
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Zelensky replaces Ukraine's powerful security service chief
The Ukrainian president has come under heavy criticism for his reshuffling of one the country's most successful security agencies.
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Iran anti-government protests spread to majority of provinces, videos show
Videos show that unrest has spread to more than 50 towns and cities, including pro-government heartlands.
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European allies back Denmark over Trump's threat to annex Greenland
Donald Trump has refused to rule out using force to annex Greenland - a scenario that would spell the end of Nato, according to Denmark.
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At least 22 Ethiopian migrants killed in 'horrific' road crash
About 85 Ethiopian migrants were trying to leave the country when the accident occurred, authorities say.
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Trump aide says no-one will fight US over Greenland
Six European countries have issued a joint statement saying only Greenland and Denmark can decide on their future.
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Dance music festival Tomorrowland to hold three-day event in Thailand
Founded 20 years ago, Tomorrowland has grown into one of the most iconic celebrations of electronic music.
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