Portugal News
March 30, 2026
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Manuel Chang Held in US Custody After Lisbon Stopover Issue Delays Deportation to Mozambique

Former Mozambican finance minister Manuel Chang remains in United States immigration custody after being prevented from boarding a deportation flight from Boston due to complications linked to a planned stopover in Lisbon. The incident occurred on March 26, shortly after his release from federal prison, where he had completed a reduced sentence related to financial […]

Global Economy
February 25, 2026
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US Tariff Rates to Rise to 15 Percent or Higher for Some Countries, Trade Representative Says

The United States is preparing to raise tariff rates to 15 percent or higher for certain trading partners, according to US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, marking a new phase in Washington’s evolving trade policy. Speaking in media interviews, Greer confirmed that the current 10 percent tariff level imposed under temporary measures could be increased for […]

News
January 21, 2026
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US Plans NATO Staff Reductions Amid Alliance Tensions

The United States is preparing to reduce its staffing presence within several NATO command structures, a move that is drawing concern among European allies at a time of heightened diplomatic strain within the alliance. According to officials familiar with the matter, Washington intends to cut around 200 positions from NATO bodies responsible for military planning, […]

News
January 16, 2026
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Portugal Rejects Any Illegal US Action in Greenland

Portugal’s president has stated that the country would not accept any military intervention in Greenland the United States if it violates international law, reinforcing Lisbon’s commitment to the United Nations Charter and the principles governing international relations. Speaking in Lisbon following an economic forum, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa underlined that Portugal’s position is firmly aligned […]

US News
January 12, 2026
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Cuba Pushes Back Against Trump’s Threat to Cut Off Venezuelan Oil and Funding

The government of Cuba has responded defiantly to recent comments Donald Trump, the president of the United States, who declared that no Venezuelan oil or financial support would be allowed to flow to the island nation and urged Havana to negotiate a deal with Washington before it is “too late.” The escalation comes amid broader […]

News
January 02, 2026
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Maduro Signals Willingness for US Talks as Pressure Mounts on Venezuela

Venezan President Nicolás Maduro has said his government is open to talks with the United States on drug trafficking and oil cooperation, marking a possible shift in tone after weeks of rising pressure on Caracas from Washington. The remarks come amid heightened regional security operations and renewed diplomatic tension between the two countries. Speaking in […]

News
December 31, 2025
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Mali and Burkina Faso Bar US Citizens in Retaliation to American Travel Ban

Mali and Burkina Faso have announced that they will prohibit United States citizens from entering their countries, escalating diplomatic tensions with Washington in what both governments described as a reciprocal response to recent US restrictions. The decision follows the inclusion of both West African nations under full entry restrictions imposed the administration of US President […]

News
November 07, 2025
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US to maintain long-term energy cooperation with Europe, Secretary Wright tells Euronews

Speaking to Euronews, US Energy Secretary Chris Wright indicated Washington’s willingness to have a long-term energy presence in Europe and highlighted Greece’s role as a key hub. The United States will maintain long-term energy cooperation with European allies as the world’s top LNG producer works to displace Russian gas supplies, US Energy Secretary Chris Wright […]