Sudanese diplomat expelled from Norway for espionage
A Sudanese diplomatic envoy in Norway has been expelled from the Scandinavian country for allegedly spying on refugees.
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North Korean economists quietly visit Sweden
North Korean trade delegates have recently visited Sweden to study the Nordic country’s economy and government.
Ecuador embassy on Assange ordeal: We’re prepared for any situation
Officials from the Ecuadorian embassy in London have said the diplomatic mission is “prepared to withstand any situation” while providing Julian Assan...
Iceland readying for euro transition
Icelandic officials are readying the country to phase out the krona once current capital controls are lifted, according to reports.
Warrants issued for killing of Finnish activist in Mexico
A dozen arrest warrants have been issued by Mexican authorities more than two years after the murder of a Finnish human rights activist.
Denmark U-turns on Guantanamo help
A new report has revealed that Danish officials have u-turned on a 2009 promise to help the US find new homes for Guantanamo Bay detainees.
Iceland PM Johanna Sigurdardottir to quit politics
Iceland’s Prime Minister Johanna Sigurdardottir has said that she will quit politics next spring at the end of her current term.
Iceland central bank: euro adoption depends on Eurozone crisis
The head official of Iceland’s central bank has said that whether or not his country adopts the euro will depend on the outcome of the current eurozon...