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Western officials, including EU and US representatives, have expressed skepticism about a US-led peace plan for Ukraine. They emphasize the need for Ukraine's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and European integration, while highlighting major flaws in the proposed agreement. The plan's future remains uncertain.
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The UK and Norway have signed a new agreement to operate a joint fleet of anti-submarine ships and develop autonomous underwater systems to counter increased Russian submarine activity and protect critical undersea infrastructure in the North Atlantic. The initiative includes a £10 billion warship deal and advanced AI technology, amid rising tensions over Russian threats to undersea cables and pipelines.
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On December 11, 2025, Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado arrived in Oslo after over a year in hiding, defying a decade-long travel ban. Machado, barred from last year's presidential election, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in October for her peaceful challenge to Nicolás Maduro's regime. Her daughter accepted the prize on her behalf in Oslo. Machado supports international action against Maduro and plans to return to Venezuela when security allows.
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Maria Corina Machado, awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote democracy in Venezuela, arrived secretly in Oslo after being in hiding since January. She made her first public appearance in 11 months, expressing her commitment to fight for Venezuela's freedom and democracy.
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Several European countries, including Denmark and the UK, are considering or implementing restrictions on social media for under-16s. Australia has already enacted a ban for under-16s, prompting discussions on protecting children from online harms amid concerns over addictive platforms and harmful content.
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Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, a Nobel laureate, has publicly supported US-led efforts to oust President Nicolás Maduro. The US has increased military and economic pressure, including sanctions and maritime strikes, amid ongoing tensions over regime change and Venezuela's oil resources. Machado arrived in Norway to accept her Nobel Peace Prize.
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Former President Trump has sent a letter to Norway's Prime Minister, expressing his desire to take control of Greenland, citing national security concerns and criticizing Denmark's sovereignty. The letter follows Trump's recent threats of tariffs on European countries opposing his Greenland ambitions, amid ongoing diplomatic tensions.