By Mikael Nordstrom
Stockholm-based correspondent covering defence, NATO, the Arctic and Europe looking outward.
Iranians Debate US Invasion: Liberation or Catastrophe After 50 Years of Islamic Rule
Iranians are split on whether a US ground invasion would bring liberation or catastrophe. Many fear war would devastate civilians without to
Liberia Seizes €277 Million in Cocaine, Exposing West Africa's Role in Europe-Bound Drug Trade
Liberia's largest drug bust netted nearly four tonnes of cocaine valued at €277 million. The operation exposed a well-funded trafficking net
Over 80,000 Sign Petition Demanding Replay of 2026 World Cup Final
A Change.org petition demanding a replay of the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain has amassed over 80,700 signatures. It alle
Houthis Claim Missile and Drone Attack on Saudi Oil Tankers in Red Sea
Yemen's Houthi rebels claim they attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea with missiles and drones. The group announced a maritime emba
Trump Rules Out Iran Talks as US War Costs Surge Past $37 Billion
The US has completed its 11th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, while Tehran expands attacks on Gulf allies. Trump rules out talks, and
Iran Threatens to Bomb Its Own Territory as Tensions With US and Gulf States Escalate
Iranian officials threaten to bomb their own territory to prevent US occupation. MPs call for capturing US soldiers and launching ground att
FIFA Probes Argentina Over Post-Final Clashes and Political Banner
FIFA has opened a disciplinary investigation into Argentina's national team after the World Cup final. Incidents include a confrontation bet
US Strikes Iran for Tenth Night as Tanker Attack Disrupts Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed strikes on US assets in Bahrain and Kuwait. A tanker was hit by an unknown projectile off Oman, forcing t
Spain Clinches Second World Cup Title with Extra-Time Victory Over Argentina
Spain won the 2026 World Cup with a 1-0 victory over Argentina in New Jersey, thanks to Ferran Torres' extra-time goal. The match was tense
Houthi Threat to Close Bab el-Mandeb Strait Risks Global Shipping and European Trade
The Iran-backed Houthis have declared a maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia, threatening to close the Bab el-Mandeb strait. This could disrupt
Spain Wins Second World Cup as US Strikes Iran and UK Prepares New PM
Spain secured their second World Cup trophy with a 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina. The US military campaign in Iran enters its ninth
Rodri Credits Coach-Player Bond for Spain's World Cup Final Run
Spain captain Rodri attributes La Roja's World Cup final run to the strong understanding between coach Luis de la Fuente and the players. He