The Danish foreign minister criticized the Trump administration for its “tone” in criticizing Denmark and Greenland, emphasizing Denmark’s investment in Arctic security and willingness to cooperate with the U.S. U.S. Vice President JD Vance demanded Denmark increase its investment in Greenland’s security during a visit, prompting backlash from Greenlanders and Danish officials. Greenlandic lawmakers formed a new government to resist U.S. overtures to annex the island, while Denmark highlighted its defense agreement with the U.S. and increased investment in Arctic security.
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Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil released after months in detention
Pro-Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate student Mahmoud Khalil was released from detention after over three months, following a federal judge's order amidst the Trump administration's crackdown on dissenting voices regarding Israel's actions in Gaza. Khalil, who has a green card and no criminal record, emphasized the unjust nature of his detention, while government officials defended their actions as necessary for national security. Need More Context? 🔎
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