UK – The US plan to invade Greenland is being developed by special forces commanders, under Trump’s orders. Policy “hawks around the US President,” following Washington’s success in carrying out a Jan. 3 military operation in Venezuela that captured President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, “want to move quickly to seize the island before Russia […]
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Second Phase of General Elections in Myanmar Takes Place
MYANMAR – The second phase of multi-party general elections in Myanmar took place on Sunday Jan. 11, carried out in 100 townships nationwide. Junta chief Min Aung Hlaing inspected voting at stations in Yangon’s Hlaing and Insein townships as the country began the second phase of the election in 12 of the country’s 14 regions […]
North Korea Accuses South Korea of Drone Incursions
NORTH KOREA – North Korea on Saturday said that its most hostile enemy is South Korea, adding that it breached its sovereignty with a drone incursion earlier in the week. South Korea “committed another grave infringement upon the sovereignty of the DPRK (North Korea) by making its drone violate the DPRK’s airspace from the outset […]
Which European Countries Have Elections in 2026-2027?
PORTUGAL – At least 10 European countries have elections in 2026, with some setting the stage for 2027 elections, in an ever-changing political landscape. From the Iberian Peninsula to the Baltics and Central Europe, there’ various public concerns over economic pressures, governance, geopolitical tensions, the bloc’s security, and support for Ukraine, which will define the […]
Europe Rocked by Farmers Protests Against Mercosur Trade Deal
BELGIUM – Farmers protests against Mercosur trade deal rocked Europe as of Friday Jan. 9, as the European Union prepared to approve the trade deal. In Belgium, Walloon farmers set up blockades, closing major highways south of Brussels and across Wallonia, Flemish-language broadcaster VRT reported. On Thursday, protesters attempted to occupy the Brussels Ring at […]
Trump was Planning a Military Operation in Colombia; Gustavo Petro
COLOMBIA – The Colombian president Gustavo Petro said in an interview with El Pais that Donald Trump was planning a military operation in Colombia, just like in Venezuela. “Trump told me in a phone call that he was thinking of doing bad things in Colombia. The message was that they were already preparing, planning a […]
Kim Jong Un Pledges Unconditional Support for Russia
NORTH KOREA – The North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledged for an unconditional support for Russia and Russian president Vladimir Putin’s policies in a letter. “I will unconditionally respect and unconditionally support all your policies and decisions and I have a willingness to be always with you for the sake of you and your […]
US Military Action in Venezuela Killed 100
VENEZUELA – The US military action in Venezuela killed at least 100 people, according to the Venezuelan Interior Ministry on Wednesday Jan. 7. Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello said President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were also injured during the assault on Saturday. Cabello honored Maduro, his wife, and those killed in the US […]
Drones Spotted Over Arrow 3 Missile Defense System in Holzdorf Germany
GERMANY – According to local reports, drones were spotted over Arrow 3 missile defense system in Holzdorf, Germany on Dec. 1, just 2 days before the official inauguration. An internal investigation said that the German Armed Forces detected three suspicious drones of an “unknown type” at around 4.40 pm on Dec. 1. They are said […]
Death Toll from Flash Floods in Indonesia’s North Sulawesi at 16
INDONESIA – The death toll from flash floods in Indonesia’s North Sulawesi have risen to 16, with 3 people still unaccounted for. Indonesia’s National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNBP) said late Tuesday that at least 22 people were injured and 682 others displaced after flooding hit the Siau Tagulandang Biaro Islands Regency on Monday. In a […]
7 US Military Personnel Injured During Venezuela Operation
USA – At least 7 US military personnel were injured during the Venezuela operation that deposed Nicolas Maduro, according to reports. Five of those service members have returned to duty, while two are still recovering, FOX News reported, citing an administration official. “They are receiving excellent medical care and are well on their way to […]
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad Hospitalized
MALAYSIA – Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad – 100 years old – was hospitalized after a hip fracture, according to his aide on Tuesday. After his medical assessment, “it has been confirmed” that Mahathir, “suffered a fracture to the right hip,” Sufi Yusoff said in a statement. Mahathir is “expected to be admitted” to […]
Gunfire and Explosions Near Venezuela Presidential Palace Reported
VENEZUELA – Gunfire and explosions near Venezuela presidential palace were reported late Monday. Unverified videos shared on social media showed men with heavy weapons and military convoys surrounding Miraflores Palace in Caracas. The videos show armed men deployed along the perimeter of the palace, patrolling the streets while citizens seek cover. The shootout has raised […]
Nationwide Junk Food Advertising Ban Imposed in UK
UK – In what the UK government says is to tackle a rising childhood obesity, a nationwide junk food advertising ban was on Monday imposed, targeting both online and TV. Under the new rules, food and drink classified as high in fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) cannot be advertised on TV before 9 pm local […]
Ages, Gender and Nationalities of all 40 Crans-Montana Fire Victims
SWITZERLAND – All 40 victims killed in the Crans-Montana fire in Switzerland have been identified, according to police on Sunday. In a statement, Valais cantonal police said that following the incident, “the final 16 victims have been identified.” Victims’ Nationalities, Gender and Ages The 40 victims’ gender, nationalities and ages are as follows: In an […]