Trump quizzes Finland’s Stubb on history of wars with Russia
By Hammad Kahlun International News Correspondent SNN News, Finland In a sharp exchange during talks in Helsinki, former U.S. President Donald Trump asked Finnish President Alexander Stubb about Finland’s long struggle with Russia. Trump questioned: “How long has Finland been indirectly fighting Russia?” In response, President Stubb explained that Finland has faced around 30 wars […]
Breaking Pakistan launches airstrikes in Kabul, reports say
Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Agency, Finland Breaking reports from Afghanistan suggest that Pakistani fighter jets carried out airstrikes in Kabul, hitting multiple targets in the Afghan capital. Initial details remain unclear, and there has been no official confirmation from Islamabad or Kabul. Local sources claim several locations were struck, but the extent of the damage […]
Trump to address Israeli Parliament during weekend visit
By Abida Kahlun Bureau Chief, Helsinki Scandinavian News Agency, Finland Former U.S. President Donald Trump is set to address the Israeli Parliament, known as the Knesset, during his upcoming visit to Israel this weekend. The speech is expected to focus on U.S.–Israel relations, regional security, and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Trump’s visit […]
Von der Leyen survives two no confidence votes in EU
Hammad Kahlun International News Correspondent SNN News, Finland The European Parliament has rejected two no-confidence motions against European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, allowing her to remain in office despite criticism from both the right and the left. The right-wing Patriots for Europe (PfE) accused her of pushing “overly green” policies, being “too soft” […]
Pakistan warns Afghanistan over cross-border terrorism
Shumaila Aslam Bureau Chief Pakistan Scandinavian News Agency Islamabad has issued a strong warning to Kabul, saying that Pakistan will no longer tolerate terrorist activities planned or carried out from Afghan soil. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif stressed that Afghanistan must take responsibility for stopping militant groups using its territory against Pakistan. He said Islamabad’s patience […]
EU Parliament urges action on Russian airspace breaches
By Abida Kahlun Bureau Chief, Helsinki Scandinavian News Agency, Finland The European Parliament has approved a resolution urging EU member states to take firm action against Russian provocations, including the possibility of shooting down Russian aircraft that violate European airspace. The resolution also strongly condemns Moscow’s continued drone attacks on critical infrastructure across Europe, highlighting […]
Finland, US to sign $6.1B White House icebreaker deal
l By Hammad Kahlun, International News Correspondent Finnish President Alexander Stubb has confirmed that Finland and the United States are preparing a multi-billion-dollar agreement on icebreaker cooperation. According to Reuters, the deal is expected to be worth around 6.1 billion US dollars. Stubb announced that he would sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday […]
Finland, US to sign White House MoU on icebreaker cooperation
Riffat Kausar, Scandinavian News Agency Finland Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo will visit the White House today, where an MoU on icebreaker cooperation is set to be signed alongside US President Joe Biden. The agreement will serve as a foundation for future commercial deals between the United States Coast Guard and Finnish companies specializing in […]
Ukraine offensive blocks Russian advance in Donetsk Zelenskyy
Shumaila Aslam, Bureau Chief Pakistan Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that Ukraine’s counteroffensive has blocked Russia’s attempt to capture parts of Donetsk. He accused Moscow of trying to create “chaos” through overnight strikes on Ukraine’s energy and railway infrastructure. However, Zelenskyy claimed that Ukrainian long-range attacks have led to gas shortages inside Russia.
UK ready to support Gaza ceasefire deal Yvette Cooper
Shumaila Aslam Bureau Chief Pakistan London UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has said that Britain is prepared to play its part in helping push forward a Gaza ceasefire agreement. She stressed that the deal, aimed at ending the assault on Gaza and ensuring the release of hostages, should be implemented “as quickly as possible.” Cooper […]