World
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
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
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
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
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
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
US
Ukraine Exposes Foreign Tech Sustaining Russia’s War Machine
Ukraine’s intel revealed 50 foreign-made machines, including US, Czech and Chinese equipment, still powering Russia’s weapons production, exposing ongoing sanctions evasion.
Jan. 14, 2026
Belarus
Belarus Jailed 500 New Political Prisoners Last Year Despite US-Brokered Releases
The report, published Tuesday, said authorities in the country were continuing to commit “gross violations of human rights and crimes against humanity”, including alleged instances of torture.
Jan. 14, 2026
Iran
Iran: How Should The West Respond?
Europe’s capitals are taking a tougher stance towards Tehran, while US President Trump has openly threatened military intervention.
Jan. 14, 2026
US
Connecting Azerbaijan, Protecting Armenia: Trump’s Quiet Caucasus Power Play Sidelines Russia
A new US-Armenia framework aims to unlock transit through the South Caucasus, strengthen Armenia’s sovereignty, and sideline Russia and Iran – just as Yerevan heads into a volatile election year.
Jan. 14, 2026
Russia
Russian Oil Company Refuses to Relinquish Control of Venezuela Exports
As Trump tries to actualize his administration’s plan for taking control of Venezuela’s oil fields and exports, the Russian presence there says it will conduct business as usual.
Jan. 14, 2026
Ukraine
US Lawmakers Move to Fence off Trump on NATO as Greenland Rhetoric Rattles Allies
As the White House prepares for sensitive talks with Denmark and Greenland, Congress moves to lock in a hard line on alliance unity.
Jan. 14, 2026
Iran
Trump Promises ‘Very Strong Action’ if Iran Hangs Protesters
More than 10,000 have been arrested in Iranian uprising, while estimated death tolls range from 2,400 to more than 20,000.
Jan. 14, 2026
Russia
Rockwool Says Russia Takes Over its 4 Factories
Hundreds of Western companies left Russia following Moscow’s February 2022 invasion of Ukraine, with many selling at steep discounts or writing-off assets entirely.
Jan. 13, 2026
Russia
Russia Presses Poland to Free Archaeologist Wanted by Ukraine Over ‘Illegal’ Excavations
The Polish authorities detained Alexander B. in mid-December and a court is due to consider Ukraine’s extradition request on Thursday. Russia has preemptively summoned Poland’s ambassador in Moscow.
Jan. 13, 2026
Loading More Posts