Russia accuses Denmark of escalating war in Ukraine
Russia has warned that allowing the production of rocket fuel for Ukraine’s new cruise missiles on Danish soil will lead to an escalation of the war in Ukraine. After Defence Minister Troels Lund…
MoreDanish fighter jets and frigate to Poland
Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen has defended the government’s decision to send fighter jets and a naval frigate to Poland to reinforce the Alliance’s eastern flank as part of NATO’s Operation Eastern Sentry….
MoreForeign Minister pushes for tougher sanctions on Russia
The European Union’s next package of sanctions against Russia need to be ‘as tough as possible’ Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen said during a visit to Kyiv, Friday. At a joint press conference…
MorePM urges Trump to talk to his European friends about Russian oil
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has urged Donald Trump to take direct contact with his ‘European buddies’ who continue to import Russian oil. After the US President said he’s ready to impose tougher sanctions…
MorePM issues immigration warning
Prime Minister has warned of an even tougher immigration policy in the future. Although Denmark already has some of the strictest immigration restrictions in the EU the PM told delegates at the Social…
MoreMore money for Ukraine to aid EU bid
The government has announced a new DKK2.8bn ($439 million) programme to support Ukraine’s ‘reconstruction and resilience’ over the next four years and its transition into the EU. According to the Foreign Ministry the…
MoreNew defence system deal pleases Paris, angers Trump
As reported last week, Denmark has chosen the French-Italian SAMP/T air defence system over U.S. Patriots. In a statement confirming the deal, Friday, the Defence Ministry said the decision was based on an…
MoreThe Week That Was, September 8– 14th 2025:
Politics/Economy: Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen denounced Russia’s latest wave of aggression following drone attacks on Ukraine and airspace violations over Poland as ‘completely unacceptable’ and reiterated Denmark’s unwavering support for its allies –…
MoreDefence minister announces DKK 53bn air defence plan
Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen will present the government’s ambitious plan for Denmark’s biggest-ever weapons purchase this morning: A new ground-based air defence system costing upwards of DKK 50bn ($7.9bn). According to TV…
MoreVAT reform could open door to cheaper groceries
The government has bowed to public pressure by proposing differentiated VAT rates, paving the way for lower food prices, currently the highest in the EU. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Liberal leader Troels Lund…
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