By Mikael Nordstrom
Stockholm-based correspondent covering defence, NATO, the Arctic and Europe looking outward.
Spain Bounce Back with 4-0 Win Over Saudi Arabia; Egypt Top Group G
Spain recovered from a goalless draw with Cape Verde by thrashing Saudi Arabia 4-0. Egypt beat New Zealand to top Group G, while Belgium and
Spain Dominate Saudi Arabia 4-0 for First World Cup Win
Spain earned their first win of the World Cup with a 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia. Lamine Yamal scored within 10 minutes of his first start
Iran Recloses Strait of Hormuz, Citing Israeli Strikes on Lebanon
Iran's military reclosed the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, citing Israeli violations of a ceasefire in southern Lebanon. The move threatens
US-Iran Deal Remains Fragile as Regional Tensions Persist, Analyst Warns
The US-Iran nuclear deal is highly fragile and conflict risks persist, according to analyst Tomi Huhtanen. He calls for stronger EU coordina
Iran's World Cup Squad Faces US Travel Restrictions Despite Framework Deal
Iran's national football team is still subject to strict US entry rules despite the framework deal signed this week. The federation has file
Timelapse Captures Vessel Traffic Resuming in Strait of Hormuz After US-Iran Deal
A timelapse video reveals the resumption of vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz following the US-Iran interim deal. The reopening of
Man Arrested After Toddler Found in Crocodile Enclosure at UK Zoo
A three-year-old boy sustained serious injuries after ending up in a crocodile enclosure at Johnsons of Old Hurst zoo near Cambridge. Police
Palestine Football Association Denies FIFA Youth Match Plan with Israel
The Palestine Football Association (PFA) has denied reports that FIFA plans to schedule an under-15s match between Palestine and Israel. The
US-Iran Framework Deal: Tehran Gains Strategic Upper Hand, Analysts Warn
The US and Iran signed a framework deal on Wednesday, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and triggering 60 days of talks. Analysts warn the term
Cristiano Ronaldo Under Fire After Portugal's Disappointing World Cup Draw with DR Congo
Portugal managed only a 1-1 draw against DR Congo in their 2026 World Cup opener. Cristiano Ronaldo faced harsh criticism from European and
US Donates €695 Million to WFP as Acute Hunger Worsens in 13 Global Hotspots
The World Food Programme has received a €695 million donation from the United States, providing critical relief after steep European and US
England Face Croatia in World Cup Opener as Tuchel Seeks Revenge for 2018
England start their 2026 World Cup group stage against Croatia on Wednesday, seeking to overturn a painful 2018 semifinal loss. Thomas Tuche