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Europe
European NATO Allies Move to Reinforce Greenland as Diplomacy Fails
Germany, France, Sweden and the UK are set to join the Denmark-led mission after talks at the White House failed to ease tensions over the Arctic island.
Jan. 14, 2026
Russia
UK Says Seized Russia-Flagged Tanker Enters Its Waters
The Bella-1, or Marinera, was seized last week after evading the US coast guard for roughly a fortnight.
Jan. 14, 2026
War in Ukraine
Zelensky to Declare State of Emergency in Ukraine’s Energy Sector
The president announced the establishment of an energy headquarters in Kyiv and a review of Ukraine’s curfew rules among other emergency measures.
Jan. 14, 2026
EU
Brussels Refuses to Confirm Greenland Covered by EU Defense Clause as Trump Escalates Threats
Defense Commissioner Andrius Kubilius recently said Article 42.7 of the EU Treaty would “definitely” apply if the US invaded the mineral-rich Danish territory
Jan. 14, 2026
War in Ukraine
EU Commission Launches Legal Framework for €90B Ukraine Support Loan
Brussels has introduced legislation to make a €90 billion ($105 billion) EU loan for Ukraine a reality, aiming to cover most of Kyiv’s budgetary and military needs in 2026–27.
Jan. 14, 2026
Sweden
Sweden Sends Military Officers to Greenland Amid Trump’s Escalating Threats
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson confirmed that personnel have deployed to Greenland at Denmark’s request, as part of Operation Arctic Endurance.
Jan. 14, 2026
Ukraine
5 Problems Facing Ukraine’s New Defense Chief
Ukraine’s former head of digital transformation Mykhailo Fedorov takes the role of defense minister Wednesday with several crises in his in-tray.
Jan. 14, 2026
US
US Stops Visas for 75 Countries, Russia Included
A US State Department memo reportedly sets Jan. 21 as the start date for the ban, with Russia, Iran and Somalia among the countries whose nationals’ visa applications will no longer be accepted.
Updated: Jan. 14, 2026
War in Ukraine
They Chose to Return: Stories of Ukrainians Who Left New York and Europe to Help Their Country Amid the War
Ukraine, together with Lithuanian partners, is implementing a program to return to Ukraine specialists with Western education in order to strengthen the work of state institutions
Jan. 14, 2026
Energy
Ukraine Parliament Approves Shmyhal as Deputy PM, Energy Minister
Ukraine’s parliament appointed Denys Shmyhal as deputy prime minister and energy minister after a second vote, following a failed attempt a day earlier.
Jan. 14, 2026
War in Ukraine
Fedorov: 2 Million Ukrainians Wanted for Draft Evasion, 200,000 Listed as AWOL
Ukraine’s new defense minister warns of a massive manpower crisis, pledging audits of recruiting centers, finances, and troop training to cut losses and boost combat readiness.
Jan. 14, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russian Oil-for-Export Plummets to 5-Year Low Not Seen Since COVID
Russia’s 2026 state budget plans strong oil sales to international customers at $59/barrel. Right now, it’s $40. The oil-rich Saratov region may have just gone bankrupt.
Jan. 14, 2026
Russia
Captured Russian Soldier Gets Life Sentence for Executing Ukrainian POWs, Intelligence Says
A Ukrainian court sentenced a Russian soldier captured near Vovchansk to life in prison for executing three Ukrainian prisoners of war, Ukraine’s military intelligence said.
Jan. 14, 2026
War in Ukraine
Digital Chief Fedorov Becomes Ukraine’s Youngest-Ever Defense Minister
Fedorov, former head of the Ministry of Digital Transformation and first vice prime minister, told parliament he will immediately launch a financial audit of the Defense Ministry.
Jan. 14, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kyiv Orders Evacuation of Children From 5 Frontline Villages
The front line in Zaporizhzhia was relatively stable for months, but Russian forces appear to have since stepped up their assaults, pushing towards Zaporizhzhia city.
Jan. 14, 2026
War in Ukraine
EU Governments Push for Ukraine Negotiator as US Talks With Russia Advance
European capitals fear being sidelined in any agreement that could affect Ukraine’s future and their security.
Jan. 14, 2026
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