The US Department of Justice closed its investigation into Swedbank AB without enforcement action, marking a major step in concluding a nearly seven-year money-laundering probe. The bank still faces an ongoing investigation by New York regulators.
The North Sea recorded its hottest year ever in 2025, with an average temperature of 11.6°C. The Baltic Sea also approached record highs. Read the full climate report and its global implications.
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Finland seizes Russian vessel, suspects sabotage of undersea cables to Estonia. NATO on high alert over hybrid threats. Read the full investigation details.
Finnish authorities detain vessel 'Fitburg' suspected of damaging a key telecom cable between Helsinki and Estonia. 14 crew members held. Read the full investigation details.
Finland detains a Russian cargo vessel suspected of damaging a critical undersea gas pipeline and telecom cable. The incident escalates regional security tensions. Read the full details.
Archaeologists discover wolf remains on a remote Baltic island, suggesting humans cared for them. The findings challenge our understanding of early human-wolf relationships. Read the full story.
Poland scrambled fighter jets on Christmas after a Russian reconnaissance aircraft was detected near its airspace over the Baltic Sea. The incident highlights escalating tensions on NATO's eastern flank. Read the full report.
Polish fighter jets intercepted a Russian reconnaissance aircraft near its airspace. Dozens of objects from Belarus violated Polish airspace, raising NATO alert. Read the full report.
Vilnius Airport faces second closure due to suspicious balloons from Belarus. Air traffic diverted as security concerns escalate in Baltic region. Read latest developments.
Russia demonstrates air power with Su-35 fighters escorting Kh-32 missile-armed Tu-22M3 bombers over Baltic Sea in 5-hour NATO warning flight. Watch the escalation.
Joint security forces conduct extensive search operations along Indo-Pak border in Kathua, Samba and Jammu to enhance vigilance and strengthen border security measures.
Chhattisgarh government approves boundary changes in Tamor Pingla and Guru Ghasidas sanctuaries to facilitate security operations against Naxalites. Key decision aims to boost development in affected regions.
In two separate counter-terror missions, Israeli defence forces eliminated multiple terrorists in Gaza, including a Hamas sniper team and armed militants approaching the border fence.
In a significant blow to terrorism, Pakistani security forces have eliminated several TTP militants across multiple intelligence-based operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, recovering substantial weapon caches.
Delhi Legislative Assembly makes history by becoming India's fastest state legislature to implement complete paperless operations through the E-Vidhan system, achieving digital transformation in just 100 days.
In a massive post-event operation, Gujarat officials conducted an extensive clean-up drive across multiple locations following a significant public gathering. Discover how authorities managed this challenging task.
In a significant development for Assam's security landscape, a prominent member of the newly formed militant group Bir Lachit Sena has surrendered before security forces. The dramatic turnaround occurred in Guwahati's Basistha area, marking a crucial brea
Two Air India pilots suspended for operating flights without meeting mandatory license requirements. DGCA investigation reveals serious regulatory violations in aviation safety protocols.
Indian Army Chief General Manoj Pande shares groundbreaking insights about how political trust and operational freedom empowered forces during Operation Sindoor, marking a new era in military strategy.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announces successful counter-terrorism operation, emphasizing India's strengthened security framework and zero-tolerance policy against terrorism.
Exclusive analysis reveals India's multi-pronged strategy that's turning the tide against left-wing extremism through development and security operations.
The Indian Army's Southern Command conducted a comprehensive drone and counter-drone exercise, 'Vayu Samanvay,' in the desert sector, showcasing advanced aerial warfare technologies and integration strategies.
Pakistani security forces arrest 18 militants in Punjab province in coordinated counter-terrorism raids. Key suspects with foreign terror links among those captured.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announces significant progress in eliminating Maoist insurgency while inaugurating Chhattisgarh's new state-of-the-art legislative assembly building in Raipur.
United Nations experts urge immediate cessation of US-led narcotics operations causing civilian deaths in Caribbean and Pacific waters. Calls for investigation into alleged human rights violations.
Tensions escalate as Russian military aircraft ignore radio warnings in international airspace, prompting immediate NATO response from Poland. Putin's latest move tests alliance nerves amid ongoing geopolitical standoff.
Brave Jharkhand Police personnel receive prestigious awards for successful counter-insurgency operations against Maoists in challenging terrain. Read about their heroic achievements.
In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, Russian troops capture Krinki while deploying devastating 'Flamingo' missiles against Ukrainian defense factories. Latest battlefield developments analyzed.
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk strongly criticizes US military strikes on suspected drug vessels, calling them violations of international law and raising serious human rights concerns.