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🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Canada moves diplomats from Tel Aviv

Canada's government has decided to relocate part of its diplomatic staff from Israel amidst rising tensions in the region.

Feb 28 • 04:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Marco Rubio orders US officials to stop commentary that could strain Iran talks

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio instructed diplomats to avoid public commentary that may exacerbate tensions and undermine negotiations with Iran.

Feb 27 • 18:59 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Countries withdraw diplomats from Israel and Iran and discourage travel amid tension with the US

The US advises the evacuation of embassy staff in Israel due to increasing regional tensions related to threats against Iran.

Feb 27 • 18:15 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Iran: USA Warn Their Diplomats

The US has advised non-essential embassy staff in Jerusalem to leave Israel due to increased security threats, sparking speculation about a potential US strike on Iran amid ongoing tensions over its nuclear program.

Feb 27 • 16:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The reception at the Presidential Palace in honor of the diplomats and the messages of K. Tasoulas

Konstantinos Tasoulas hosted an annual reception at the Presidential Palace in Athens for foreign diplomats, emphasizing Greece's commitment to international law amid global challenges.

Feb 27 • 13:51 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Fuss: Trump's Rowdy Diplomats

Several American ambassadors have upset their European host countries, chosen by President Trump and lacking experience.

Feb 27 • 12:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
World

Trump launches operation against Europe – strict orders to digital diplomats

The Trump administration has instructed U.S. diplomats to lobby against data sovereignty laws that could hinder global data flows.

Feb 27 • 03:17 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Trump Shakes Cuba with Threats: Diplomats Fear the Collapse of Its Government

Cuba faces a potential humanitarian crisis and a collapse of its communist government due to President Trump's threats to cut off fuel and funding to the island.

Feb 27 • 00:42 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Felipe VI emphasizes the importance of ensuring that "facts and actions never contradict words"

King Felipe VI stressed the significance of aligning actions with words during the entrega of diploma dispatches to the new diplomats in Spain.

Feb 26 • 10:38 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
World

In the Shadow of War Threat, US-Iran Nuclear Talks to Resume Today in Geneva

US and Iranian diplomats are set to resume negotiations over Iran's nuclear program today in Geneva, amid rising tensions.

Feb 26 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

News live: Australian government evacuates families of diplomats as tensions rise in Middle East

The Australian government has ordered the evacuation of families of diplomats from Israel and Lebanon amid rising tensions in the Middle East.

Feb 25 • 19:53 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Australia ordered its diplomats to evacuate from Israel and Lebanon

Australia has ordered the families of its diplomatic staff to evacuate from Israel and Lebanon due to deteriorating security conditions.

Feb 25 • 12:21 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Australian diplomats' families offered evacuation over Iran threat

The Australian government is preparing to evacuate the families of diplomats stationed in the Middle East due to escalating tensions surrounding Iran.

Feb 25 • 11:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Diplomat competition of Itamaraty has an initial salary of R$ 22,500; registrations end this Wednesday

Registrations for the new public competition for diplomats at Itamaraty, offering 60 positions with an initial salary of R$ 22,558.56, will close on Wednesday.

Feb 25 • 03:01 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

It would be a serious mistake to let the Epstein scandals define Norway's peace engagement

The article emphasizes that Norway's peace efforts should not be overshadowed by the Epstein scandals involving prominent diplomats.

Feb 24 • 16:35 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

LIVE: Extraordinary Saeima session for the support of Ukraine and in memory of those fallen in the war

The Latvian Saeima is holding an extraordinary session to express support for Ukraine and honor those who have fallen in the war, featuring speeches from key officials and inviting foreign diplomats and civil society representatives.

Feb 24 • 07:55 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

The SMS Diplomats

Finnish President Alexander Stubb asserts that Ukraine is on the path to winning the war against Russia, drawing parallels to Finland's historical loss of Karelia.

Feb 24 • 05:03 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Officials, Directors, Diplomats. Hundreds of People Catch Fish on State VIP Permits

An article discussing how various officials and diplomats in Czechia are using special VIP permits for fishing, highlighting issues of privilege and accessibility.

Feb 24 • 04:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

USA calls home diplomats from Lebanon

The U.S. has ordered non-essential diplomats and their families to leave Lebanon amid heightened tensions with Iran.

Feb 23 • 14:35 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

A Skeptical Norwegian Scientist Created and Tested an 'Energetic Weapon' on Himself

A Norwegian scientist's controversial experiment with an 'energetic weapon' has ignited debates surrounding the mysterious symptoms experienced by U.S. diplomats and government officials, often linked to the so-called 'Havana syndrome'.

Feb 22 • 10:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
World

Diplomats Replaced by Two Businessmen. How Witkoff and Kushner Try to Solve Three Global Crises

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have emerged as key figures in resolving major international crises, representing a new approach to diplomacy under Donald Trump's administration.

Feb 20 • 15:39 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
World

EU's 20th Russia sanctions package in jeopardy, as diplomats fail to agree

EU diplomats have not reached an agreement on the 20th sanctions package against Russia, creating uncertainty ahead of its planned adoption.

Feb 20 • 14:41 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

When Diplomats Were Replaced by Businessmen. How Witkoff and Kushner Are Trying to Resolve Three World Crises

Businessmen Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have stepped into the roles traditionally held by diplomats in addressing major geopolitical issues, sparking both results and controversy.

Feb 19 • 16:08 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

A Piece of Czechia in the Heart of Milan. A Place Where the World Will Discover the Taste of Our Country

The Czech House, located near the Olympic Village in Milan, serves as a vibrant gathering place for fans, athletes, and diplomats, showcasing Czech culture and cuisine during the Olympics.

Feb 19 • 09:29 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly in Foreign Policy

The article discusses the sixth of the '100 commitments for the second floor of the Transformation' set by Claudia Sheinbaum, focusing on foreign policy adherence to the Constitution and the importance of experienced diplomats appointed to various embassies.

Feb 19 • 09:05 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Europe's diplomats are working on a declaration that could destroy the government's big deportation plan

European diplomats are crafting a declaration that threatens to undermine the Danish government's ambitious deportation reform.

Feb 18 • 14:50 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

With Witkoff and Kushner, Trump bets on diplomacy without diplomats

The Trump administration has adopted unconventional diplomatic tactics by using private allies to address complex global crises.

Feb 18 • 13:06 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

The state will investigate the diplomatic couple's housing scandal

Norway's Kartverket will investigate a questionable real estate deal involving prominent diplomats Mona Juul and Terje Rød-Larsen, which may result in monetary restitution, while legal action against associated lawyers is under consideration.

Feb 18 • 10:32 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Russia launched a missile and 126 drones at Ukraine overnight, ahead of the second day of talks in Geneva

Russia conducted missile and drone strikes against Ukraine just before resumed negotiations in Geneva involving Russian, Ukrainian, and American diplomats.

Feb 18 • 07:48 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The President and the Minister Emphasized the Importance of Resilience and International Law to the Ambassadors of Foreign Countries

The Lithuanian President highlighted the country's strategic focus on resilience and international law during an annual meeting with foreign diplomats.

Feb 17 • 13:49 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

"Pay for the 250th Anniversary of the United States"… Trump Diplomats Press Local Companies

US diplomats are pressuring local businesses in Asia to donate large sums for the 250th anniversary celebrations of the United States, as proclaimed by President Trump.

Feb 17 • 05:35 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Russia marks Navalny grave anniversary amid poison test fallout

The anniversary of Alexei Navalny's death is marked by mourners and foreign diplomats, amid ongoing controversies regarding the circumstances of his poisoning.

Feb 16 • 15:35 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Nigeria, Angola Sign Visa-Exemption Agreement for Diplomats, Government Officials

Nigeria and Angola have signed a bilateral agreement to exempt diplomats and government officials from visa requirements, facilitating official exchanges between the two nations.

Feb 16 • 07:19 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Foreign Ministry hired an association run by Sturzenegger's wife to provide English courses

The Argentine Foreign Ministry has renewed a contract worth $113 million with an association directed by the wife of a government minister to provide English training for diplomats, amidst claims of procedural integrity.

Feb 15 • 22:33 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Call to attention from diplomats and academics over Argentina's fall in the world transparency ranking

Diplomats and academics raise alarms about Argentina's decline in a global transparency ranking, highlighting concerns over institutional regression and corruption.

Feb 15 • 20:16 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

Skeptical researcher built sound weapon - suffered from 'Havana syndrome'

A Norwegian researcher skeptical of the so-called Havana Syndrome built a sound weapon and subsequently developed symptoms resembling those previously reported by American diplomats.

Feb 14 • 19:39 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

China's Foreign Minister urges EU diplomats not to blame Beijing for the bloc's problems

Wang Yi emphasized China's role as a reliable partner for the EU amid the bloc's attempts to reduce dependence on both Beijing and the increasingly unpredictable Washington.

Feb 14 • 10:06 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

China, US top diplomats Wang Yi, Marco Rubio meet in Munich

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Munich Security Conference to discuss diplomatic relations ahead of President Trump's planned visit to China in April.

Feb 13 • 11:46 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Zelensky expects Ukrainian diplomats to be active and deliver results

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expects the diplomatic system of Ukraine to show sufficient activity and tangible results in support of the country on the international stage this week.

Feb 12 • 20:37 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Israeli Media: Egypt and EU will not train officers linked to Hamas for Gaza police force

Neither Egypt nor the European Union will provide training for police officers in Gaza associated with Hamas, as revealed by diplomats following reports of Hamas seeking positions for its police force in the post-war region.

Feb 12 • 13:46 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
Crime & Justice

Information to VG: Økokrim has searched the home of shipowner Morits Skaugen

Norwegian authorities have conducted a search at the home of former shipowner Morits Skaugen as part of an investigation into serious corruption involving diplomats Mona Juul and Terje Rød-Larsen.

Feb 12 • 09:38 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Yoon Suk-yeol's National Security Office ordered to send 'justification of martial law' messages to major countries

The South Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced plans to seek disciplinary action against three diplomats involved in the December 3 martial law incident, linking them to a directive from the National Security Office to justify the declaration.

Feb 12 • 08:13 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Is the Norwegian self-image on the decline?

The article discusses Norway's diplomatic involvement in the world, particularly in light of revelations linking Norwegian diplomats to Jeffrey Epstein's network, raising questions about the integrity of Norwegian foreign policy.

Feb 11 • 15:11 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Senegal and Egypt's top diplomats discuss strengthening bilateral relations

The foreign ministers of Senegal and Egypt met to strengthen bilateral relations and discussed key regional issues, including the civil war in Sudan.

Feb 11 • 10:43 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

This time is not for diplomats / Why the US ambassador to Poland severed contacts with the second highest constitutional official

The US ambassador to Poland, Tom Rose, has suspended contacts with Deputy Speaker Włodzimierz Czarzasty following a dispute over Poland's involvement in a Nobel Prize nomination for Donald Trump.

Feb 11 • 10:07 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

How to Deal with Trump. Diplomats Agree that It Can't Be Done Without a Controversial Think Tank

Diplomats are discussing the necessity of a controversial think tank in dealing with Trump's political scenarios.

Feb 11 • 09:42 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Norwegian police investigate Lajčák's friends from Epstein's files, including a joint photo from Bratislava

The Norwegian police are investigating several diplomats connected to Miroslav Lajčák following revelations from Jeffrey Epstein's files.

Feb 10 • 16:20 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Jeffrey Epstein Case Shakes Norway as Two Diplomats Are Under Investigation

Norwegian diplomats Mona Juul and her husband Terje Rød-Larsen are under investigation for their ties to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 10 • 10:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Two senior Norwegian diplomats being investigated over Epstein links

Two senior Norwegian diplomats are under investigation for their ties to Jeffrey Epstein amid allegations of corruption.

Feb 9 • 18:20 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Allegations against Norwegians: Why were so many Norwegians in Epstein's network?

Norwegian diplomats and political elites are embroiled in controversy due to their connections to Jeffrey Epstein, prompting significant political fallout.

Feb 9 • 15:45 UTC

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