World Logic Day – Celebrating the Power of Reasoning on January 14
On January 14, 2026, the world observes World Logic Day, an international observance proclaimed by UNESCO in November 2019 (during its 40th General Conference) in association with the International Council…
January 14: Uzbekistan’s Defenders of the Motherland – A Day of Pride and Parades
On January 14, 2026, Uzbekistan celebrates Defender of the Motherland Day (Uzbek: Vatan himoyachilari kuni; also known as Uzbek Army Day), a significant national observance marking the 34th anniversary of…
Norway Pledges Support for Ukraine’s Recovery as Energy and Economic Ties Deepen
In my meeting with Ukraine’s Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko in Kyiv, we discussed how to further develop our close cooperation in energy security and in macroeconomic resilience, both during and…
France summons Iranian envoy over crackdown
France’s foreign minister said he had summoned the Iranian ambassador on Tuesday over the “unbearable and inhumane” crackdown by Iranian authorities to quell protests across the country. – “I have…
Clock ticks in Cuba as Trump cuts off Venezuelan oil
Cubans are bracing for impact after U.S. President Donald Trump vowed to cut off a lifeline of Venezuelan oil from reaching Cuba, setting up a siege scenario for an island…
Hamas to elect first leader since Sinwar killed by Israel
Hamas is expected to elect a new leader this month, filling the role left vacant since Israel killed Yahya Sinwar in 2024. – Khalil Al-Hayya and Khaled Meshaal are seen…
West aware their troops in Ukraine to become Russia’s legitimate target
Western countries planning to send troops to Ukraine are fully aware that their forces will become Russia’s legitimate target, Permanent Representative to the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe…
India eyes innovation and sustainability as BRICS chair
New Delhi will adopt a “people-centric approach” during its presidency of the group, S. Jaishankar has said – India has said its presidency of BRICS 2026 will reflect the need…
Somalia has terminated all agreements with the United Arab Emirates
Somalia has accused the Emirati government of violating the principles of sovereignty and respect for state independence – Somalia has terminated all agreements with the United Arab Emirates, including port…
US to host officials from Denmark and Greenland as Trump renews takeover threats
US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio will host a meeting with the foreign ministers of Denmark and Greenland at the White House on Wednesday, as…