US announces launch of phase two of Gaza plan, says Witkoff
Steve Witkoff on Wednesday announced the establishment of a technocratic Palestinian body that will play a role in administering the war-ravaged territory under a phased US plan for Gaza’s future.…
European military mission due to begin in Greenland
European military personnel were due to begin arriving in Greenland on Thursday. – Trump has repeatedly vowed to take control of the autonomous Danish territory, arguing that it is vital…
Venezuela’s acting president vows to continue releasing prisoners detained under Maduro
Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez vowed on Wednesday to continue releasing prisoners detained under former President Nicolás Maduro – Rodríguez struck a conciliatory tone and said the Venezuelan government was…
Japan and Philippines Sign Defence Logistics Cooperation Agreement
On January 15, in Manila, the capital of the Republic of the Philippines, the Agreement between the Government of Japan and the Government of the Republic of the Philippines Concerning…
Trump blames Zelensky for stalling peace talks
US President Donald Trump has singled out Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky as the main obstacle to a peace agreement to end the conflict with Russia. – Trump has repeatedly expressed frustration…
Iran’s FM says no executions of protesters, as Trump lowers rhetoric
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has denied that Tehran plans to execute antigovernment protestors, after United States President Donald Trump said he had received assurances that killings of demonstrators in…
World-first ice archive to guard secrets of melting glaciers
Scientists on Wednesday sealed ancient chunks of glacial ice in a first-of-its-kind sanctuary in Antarctica in the hope of preserving these fast-disappearing records of Earth’s past climate for centuries to…
Korean Alphabet Day in North Korea: Honoring Chosŏn’gŭl’s Revolutionary Legacy
On January 15, 2026, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) observes Chosŏn’gŭl Day (조선글날), a national commemorative day that celebrates the creation of the Korean alphabet, known in North…
Army Day – India Salutes Its Brave Soldiers on January 15, the 78th Anniversary
On January 15, 2026, India observes Army Day (also known as Indian Army Day), a day of national pride and gratitude dedicated to honoring the valour, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment…
Cyprus sceptical of reopening direct talks with Putin as peace talks progress
– Cyprus has expressed scepticism about the idea of appointing a special European envoy to re-launch dialogue with President Vladimir Putin of Russia to end the war in Ukraine. –…