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Trump asked me what I thought of Venezuela... I said very clearly that our Constitution is very clear, we do not agree with interventions! - Sheinbaum reveals all

Trump asked me what I thought of Venezuela... I said very clearly that our Constitution is very clear, we do not agree with interventions! - Sheinbaum reveals all

"President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, revealed the inside track from her phone call with US counterpart, Donald Trump, during her morning press conference on Monday in Mexico City. "He asked me what my opinion was about what they had done in Venezuela and I said very clearly that our Constitution is very clear, that we do not agree with interventions, and that was the end of it," she said. During the conversation, of approximately 15 minutes, topics such as security, the reduction of fentanyl trafficking and trade were addressed, in what she described as a 'friendly' and respectful exchange. "There are very important results from the joint collaboration. For example, fentanyl crossings from Mexico to the United States have been reduced by 50 percent," Sheinbaum said. The president emphasised that President Trump insisted on offering Mexico help in combating drug trafficking with the participation of US forces. However, Sheinbaum stressed that the country's territorial integrity and sovereignty are not up for negotiation, and any collaboration will continue within that framework of respect, each within their own territories. When asked about the possibility of US military intervention in Mexico to combat cartels, Sheinbaum reaffirmed that Mexico will not allow acts that undermine its sovereignty and sent a strong message to Mexicans. "Our president will never negotiate sovereignty or territorial integrity. We seek coordination without subordination and as equals, and this is a permanent process," said the head of state. The call also confirmed that on January 22-23 a new meeting of the binational commission will take place, this time in the United States, where pending issues such as investment and migration will be reviewed. Trump has repeatedly suggested he could use land strikes in Mexico against the cartels. "

'Our Constitution is very clear, we do not agree with interventions!' - Sheinbaum on call with Trump over Venezuela

'Our Constitution is very clear, we do not agree with interventions!' - Sheinbaum on call with Trump over Venezuela

"President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, revealed the inside track from her phone call with US counterpart, Donald Trump, during her morning press conference on Monday in Mexico City. "He asked me what my opinion was about what they had done in Venezuela and I said very clearly that our Constitution is very clear, that we do not agree with interventions, and that was the end of it," she said. During the conversation, of approximately 15 minutes, topics such as security, the reduction of fentanyl trafficking and trade were addressed, in what she described as a 'friendly' and respectful exchange. "There are very important results from the joint collaboration. For example, fentanyl crossings from Mexico to the United States have been reduced by 50 percent," Sheinbaum said. The president emphasised that President Trump insisted on offering Mexico help in combating drug trafficking with the participation of US forces. However, Sheinbaum stressed that the country's territorial integrity and sovereignty are not up for negotiation, and any collaboration will continue within that framework of respect, each within their own territories. When asked about the possibility of US military intervention in Mexico to combat cartels, Sheinbaum reaffirmed that Mexico will not allow acts that undermine its sovereignty and sent a strong message to Mexicans. "Our president will never negotiate sovereignty or territorial integrity. We seek coordination without subordination and as equals, and this is a permanent process," said the head of state. The call also confirmed that on January 22-23 a new meeting of the binational commission will take place, this time in the United States, where pending issues such as investment and migration will be reviewed. Trump has repeatedly suggested he could use land strikes in Mexico against the cartels. "

Europe must defend independence of all member states - Spanish, Greek PMs stress need for united front on Greenland

Europe must defend independence of all member states - Spanish, Greek PMs stress need for united front on Greenland

"The Spanish and Greek prime ministers spoke out in support of European unity over territorial integrity and Arctic security provisions, during a press conference in Madrid on Monday. This follows the recent US statements by US President Donald Trump regarding his desire to take Greenland "one way or the other." "Europe must be at the forefront of defending independence and territory of all its member states," said Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, noting that "the future of Greenland affects both Greenland and Denmark." He urged actions to address Arctic security without violating international law, suggesting mutually beneficial solutions for both sides of the Atlantic. "I believe that the European Union will be united in this matter," Mitsotakis continued, adding that "in the end logic will prevail." Sanchez echoed this sentiment, referring to recent coordinated European positions. "Last week different countries of the European Union issued a joint statement," he said, noting that Europe had conveyed its willingness to work with Washington if the US administration had concerns about Arctic security. From both EU and NATO perspectives, he stressed that together "we can provide greater security to ensure safety in the Arctic." The comments come as the White House has said it is considering buying Greenland, including the use of force, an idea Denmark has repeatedly rejected, warning it would undermine transatlantic defence agreements allowing US troop deployments. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to hold talks with Denmark on Wednesday. The renewed focus on Greenland coincides with increased interest in global shipping routes as well as rare earth minerals, access to which is improving as ice melts due to climate change. On Venezuela, Mitsotakis called for reduced tension and a transition to a normalised democratic government. Meanwhile, Sanchez detailed conversations with Venezuelan interim president Delcy Rodriguez and opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez, who lives in Spain as a refugee. "What I conveyed to the interim president of Venezuela is the need to continue releasing political prisoners," Sanchez stated, expressing willingness to work with both sides for a peaceful democratic transition. "Ultimately, if anyone has to decide the future of Venezuela, it is the Venezuelan people themselves." This comes after the US launched an attack on Venezuelan military installations on January 3, seizing former president Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores on 'narco-terrorism' and weapons charges."

Europe must defend independence of all member states - Spanish, Greek PMs stress need for united front on Greenland

Europe must defend independence of all member states - Spanish, Greek PMs stress need for united front on Greenland

"The Spanish and Greek prime ministers spoke out in support of European unity over territorial integrity and Arctic security provisions, during a press conference in Madrid on Monday. This follows the recent US statements by US President Donald Trump regarding his desire to take Greenland "one way or the other." "Europe must be at the forefront of defending independence and territory of all its member states," said Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, noting that "the future of Greenland affects both Greenland and Denmark." He urged actions to address Arctic security without violating international law, suggesting mutually beneficial solutions for both sides of the Atlantic. "I believe that the European Union will be united in this matter," Mitsotakis continued, adding that "in the end logic will prevail." Sanchez echoed this sentiment, referring to recent coordinated European positions. "Last week different countries of the European Union issued a joint statement," he said, noting that Europe had conveyed its willingness to work with Washington if the US administration had concerns about Arctic security. From both EU and NATO perspectives, he stressed that together "we can provide greater security to ensure safety in the Arctic." The comments come as the White House has said it is considering buying Greenland, including the use of force, an idea Denmark has repeatedly rejected, warning it would undermine transatlantic defence agreements allowing US troop deployments. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to hold talks with Denmark on Wednesday. The renewed focus on Greenland coincides with increased interest in global shipping routes as well as rare earth minerals, access to which is improving as ice melts due to climate change. On Venezuela, Mitsotakis called for reduced tension and a transition to a normalised democratic government. Meanwhile, Sanchez detailed conversations with Venezuelan interim president Delcy Rodriguez and opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez, who lives in Spain as a refugee. "What I conveyed to the interim president of Venezuela is the need to continue releasing political prisoners," Sanchez stated, expressing willingness to work with both sides for a peaceful democratic transition. "Ultimately, if anyone has to decide the future of Venezuela, it is the Venezuelan people themselves." This comes after the US launched an attack on Venezuelan military installations on January 3, seizing former president Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores on 'narco-terrorism' and weapons charges."

Streets divided - Pro-government marches held across Iran in response to widespread riots

Streets divided - Pro-government marches held across Iran in response to widespread riots

"Thousands of Iranians took part in a large rally on Monday in Gilan, east of Tehran, in support of the government and to condemn rioting linked to weeks of nationwide protests. Footage aired by state television shows large crowds gathered in the area, waving Iranian flags and chanting slogans. The exact scale of participation could not be independently verified. Iranian television said similar rallies were held in multiple cities to denounce the 'crimes of armed terrorists'. Broadcast images showed crowds in Birjand, Zanjan, Kerman, Zahedan, Rasht, Arak, Mashhad, Tabriz, and other locations. Local media reported that the government had called on citizens on Sunday to join mass demonstrations to condemn the riots, express support for the authorities and their reform measures, and reject what officials described as American and Israeli 'interference' in Iran’s internal affairs. The rallies come as several Iranian cities continue to see unrest, with protests in some areas escalating into riots and vandalism targeting public property. Tehran’s police chief said on Tuesday that security forces dealt with rioters 'firmly and decisively', confirming the arrest of 'a large number' after they were separated from peaceful protesters. Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian announced economic plans to deal with the 'people's demands' on Sunday, but also accused the US of trying to 'sow chaos and disorder'. On Friday, Donald Trump told Iran's authorities they "better not start shooting, because we'll start shooting too", having previously warned that he could intervene following any potential crackdown. Iran has been gripped by protests since late December, initially breaking out in Tehran before spreading to other cities, driven by worsening economic conditions and the sharp fall in the value of the Iranian rial against the US dollar. "