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In Spain, authorities are investigating a major train derailment near Córdoba, which led to the suspension of service between Madrid and Andalusia. Investigators are examining potential causes, including a possible missing piece of the train's undercarriage found near the site. Separately, Spanish police dismantled a criminal group in Madrid, and a major organized crime leader from Ecuador was released. In Italy, Giorgia Meloni is actively defending the country's 'Strade Sicure' security program against claims it has been weakened.
Italy is spearheading a NATO initiative to establish a stronger military presence in the Arctic, specifically mentioning Greenland, with suggestions it could consider its own presence there. Concurrently, Spain is urging the European Union to create a joint military force, a push highlighted by a fishing rights dispute with Denmark near Greenland. The US is reportedly considering establishing military airbases in Greenland under a 'Cyprus-style' arrangement, following warnings from Spain's Sánchez that a US invasion would damage NATO. Domestically, Italy's plan to involve US ICE agents in security for the 2026 Winter Olympics faced significant protests in Milan, leading Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani to clarify the agents would not be deployed on Italian streets. In other security matters, Italy is pulling non-essential diplomatic staff from Iran due to concerns, and has explicitly stated it will not deploy soldiers to fight in Ukraine. Greece also issued a warning to its shipping fleet about heightened risks in the Black Sea following drone attacks on commercial vessels.
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Two trains derailed in Adamuz, Córdoba province, suspending high-speed AVE service between Madrid and Andalusia. Investigators are examining the crash site, where a part found may be missing from the wreckage. Separately, a major organized crime leader from Ecuador was released in Spain.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni defended her government's 'Strade Sicure' (Safe Streets) security policy, pushing back against claims it has been weakened. Separately, Meloni met with Japan's Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, Sanae Takaichi, where they agreed to deepen cooperation on security and economic matters between their two countries.
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Jan 31
Italy's government says U.S. ICE agents won't patrol streets during 2026 OlympicsThe Italian government is facing political backlash over plans for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to be present at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina. Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani stated that the agents will not be conducting enforcement on Italian streets, but their role is still sparking protests in Milan.
Jan 22
US considers airbase deal for Greenland to avoid annexation disputeThere are reports that the United States is considering a deal to establish airbases in Greenland, similar to a past agreement with Cyprus, as an alternative to a potential annexation. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has warned that a US invasion of Greenland would severely damage the NATO alliance.