Germany’s Merz warns of potential escalation as US, Iran prepare for talks
Friedrich Merz said concerns about a further escalation with Iran have dominated his trip to the Gulf region.
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Greenland claims: How close have NATO members come to fighting each other?
The US is considering military action to seize Greenland, in a move that could cause divisions within the NATO alliance.
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German thieves steal up to $105m in ‘Ocean’s Eleven’ heist: What we know
While the robbers remain at large, customers are furious about the Christmas break robbery.
Russia deploys hypersonic Oreshnik missiles in Belarus amid Europe tensions
Moscow has positioned nuclear-capable hypersonic missiles in Belarus as tensions rise in Europe.
Germany hunts Christmas thieves after Ocean’s Eleven-style bank heist
Police are searching for suspects after thieves stole cash, gold and jewels worth up to $105m.
![A police handout photo shows a hole in the vault wall at Sparkasse bank after a robbery on December 29, 2025. Personal belongings visible in the image have been pixelated by police. [Gelsenkirchen Police/Reuters]](/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/image-1767127889.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)
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Burglars nab tens of millions in property from German bank
Footage shows a hole in the vault of Sparkasse Bank in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, where thieves made off with valuables.
Published On 30 Dec 2025
Kyiv rejects Russia’s claim of Ukrainian attack on Putin residence
The Ukrainian president rejects Moscow’s claim that Ukrainian forces launched a drone attack on Novgorod.
UK youth to be offered military ‘gap year’ in bid to boost defence: Report
UK plans to boost ranks of armed forces by offering young people paid military experience amid growing Russian threats.
Germany charges ex-Syrian prison guard over Assad-era abuses
Prosecutors accuse the official, named as Fahad A, of torturing dozens of prisoners in jail run by Syrian intelligence.
EU agrees on $105bn loan to support Ukraine’s defence against Russia
EU leaders decide to borrow cash to fund Ukraine’s defence rather than use frozen Russian assets, diplomats said.
US Senate passes $901bn defence bill
Legislation reflects Democrats’ efforts to seek tighter oversight of Trump administration’s military action.
