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A high stakes meeting between the foreign minister of Denmark, his Greenland counterpart and the Trump administration yielded no resolution to US demands to own the territory. European allies will participate in joint troop mission to Greenland in show of support for Denmark.

Is the EU still relevant in a world where power increasingly overrides international law? That is the question posed in this edition of The Ring, Euronews’ weekly debating show that sees two MEPs face off on some of the most pressing issues of our time.

John Bolton, a former national security advisor to President Trump, says he believes the US will opt for 'targeted strikes' on Iran as the region braces for a militarily intervention. Trump teased American 'help is on its way.'

MEPs worry that without strict conditions, Viktor Orbán will funnel EU funds meant for defence into his upcoming election campaign.

A statement adopted by the European Parliament’s political leaders expressed "unequivocal support to Greenland and Denmark" and criticised the US's stated aim of taking control of the Danish territory.

Former hostage in Iran and humanitarian worker Olivier Vandercaesteele says that severing diplomatic ties with Iran will put added pressure on the Islamic regime and hamper its ability to influence policymakers.

In an interview with Euronews, Donald Trump's former national security adviser John Bolton lashed out at his ex-boss over his threats to seize Greenland "one way or another".

Ahead of a high-stakes meeting at the White House with ministers from Denmark and Greenland, the president continues to insist ownership of Greenland should be transferred to the US. Meanwhile, Denmark is deploying military forces to bolster its presence on its island territory.

Men are nearly six times more likely than women to die from alcohol-related self-harm, as people in their 30s emerge as the most vulnerable age range.

Several member states, including Germany, are pushing for the designation, which would place the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps on the EU’s terror list alongside groups such as Daesh and al-Qaeda. But legal and political constraints remain. Human rights group fears more than 2,000 killed.

The move comes after the US ordered the evacuation of personnel from its largest Middle East base as President Donald Trump considers military action against the regime.

The U.S. allies hoped meeting senior Trump officials would diffuse tensions and tough talk on Greenland. It didn’t.

National polls show broad voter resistance to military action abroad and rising support for a less active role in global issues.

The British prime minister commits to a major expansion of offshore wind as he eyes a 2030 clean power milestone. Just don’t tell his friend Donald.

The former British leader will join an executive committee attached to a larger Board of Peace that will include sitting heads of state.

While Chancellor Friedrich Merz has been cautious in responding to Trump’s Greenland rhetoric, Lars Klingbeil is taking a far harder line.

High representative says global events mean now could be a good time to hit the bottle.

Une confrontation militaire serait catastrophique pour l'Otan aux yeux des gouvernements européens, qui considèrent que la recherche d'une solution négociée est leur seule option.

The deployment comes as U.S. President Donald Trump intensifies talk of taking over the Arctic island.

Kriege werden längst auch unsichtbar geführt: im Netz, über Desinformation, Sabotage und Angriffe auf kritische Infrastruktur. Cyberattacken auf Flughäfen, Stromnetze und Behörden zeigen, wie real die Bedrohung bereits ist. In diesem Berlin Playbook Spezial spricht Rixa Fürsen mit Thomas Daum, Vizeadmiral der Bundeswehr und Inspekteur für Cyber- und Informationsraum, über die neue Eskalationsstufe hybrider Angriffe. […]

West Midlands Police apologises for errors, but makes no comment on its chief constable's future.

The former London's Burning and Grange Hill star bought vodka for the girls before assaulting them.

There will still be digital checks on those starting a new job, but people will not need to hold a digital ID.

The man accused of murdering Victoria Hall, 17, killed five women in 2006, it can be revealed.

About 17,000 properties still had no water or were experiencing intermittent supplies on Wednesday.

French officials said actions by members of the Raise the Colours group were likely to cause public disorder.

The UK restaurant chain's remaining 33 restaurants will stay open after a rescue deal was reached.

Chancellor says support for pubs is on its way and leaves the door open for further tweaks to business rates changes

The foreign secretary promised more "assertive action" to tackle sanction-busting oil tankers in Russia’s shadow fleet.

They are concerned security services will be exempt from a law designed to stop cover-ups.

“That’s roughly a girl or a boy killed here every day during a ceasefire,” UNICEF spokesperson James Elder told reporters in Geneva. “These children are killed from airstrikes, drone strikes, including suicide drones,” he said, speaking from Gaza City. “They’re killed from tank shelling, they’re killed from live ammunition, they’re killed from [remote-controlled] quadcopters.” Mr. […]

This comes a day after at least 19 civilians were killed during a ground assault in the Jarjira area of North Darfur state, according to local reports. Another 10 civilians also were reportedly killed and nine injured in a drone attack that same day in Sinja, capital of Sennar state. The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and military rivals the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have been at war since […]

Researchers from the University of Windsor are using neutrons at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory Source link

Despite growing unrest and tension in the world, we must not give up in our efforts for a more peaceful and humane century. In the current state of the ongoing hot and cold wars in Eastern Europe, there are essentially only three scenarios: bad, much worse and … a hopeful one. A) The continuation of […]

Ketia and her husband are both teachers. Before Hurricane Melissa swept through the Caribbean this past October, they were able to support their three children. However, when, the storm struck, their coastal community of Petit Goâve was among the most affected. “I lost everything I owned: my furniture, my car, everything I had in […]

WHO is calling on governments to significantly increase taxes on sugary drinks and alcohol, as two new reports reveal levies remain low in many regions. “Health taxes have been shown to reduce the consumption of these harmful products, help prevent disease and reduce the [...] Originally published at Almouwatin.com

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In an alert, Cindy McCain – who heads the World Food Programme (WFP) – attributed a “dangerous and deepening global hunger crisis” to violent conflicts, extreme weather and economic downturns. The development comes as WFP faces massive shortfalls in funding; it has received less than half of the $13 billion it needs to […]

On alert, Cindy McCain – who heads the World Food Program (WFP) – blamed a “dangerous and worsening global food crisis” on violent conflicts, extreme weather and economic slowdown. The development comes as WFP faces huge funding gaps; she received less than [...] Originally published at Almouwatin.com

Security Council LIVE: Attacks against Ukrainian civilians unacceptable, unjustifiable and must stop, says UN Source link

Part pagan ritual and part political satire, one of the most famous village festivals in the Balkans, the Vevcani carnival, goes ahead in North Macedonia on Tuesday and Wednesday.

The Hungarian government is likely trying to curry favour with Poland’s PiS party by granting asylum to former government figures facing trial at home. But a change of government in Hungary in April could send these political fugitives packing.

Central Election Commission orders recount of 36 per cent of ballot boxes following reports of irregularities in the first count, delaying final certification of the December 28 election result.

Though not an election year, the country's prime minister warned in his New Year address that political divisions would become “even more visible” in 2026.

The Kosovo Special Court’s decision to deny a request from Hashim Thaci and his co-defendants for a separate sentencing hearing – if they are found guilty – is deeply concerning and could have serious consequences for the trial’s fairness.

Albania’s government is poised to waive business tax debts more than a decade old, as part of what it says is a reset in relations between the tax authorities and businesses. Critics say it is unfair on those who have played by the rules.

Looming cuts to a vital healthcare programme threaten the lives of some of the country’s most vulnerable people, Vesna Aleksovska, head of the Association of Citizens with Rare Diseases, tells BIRN.

Montenegro hopes to finish EU negotiations by the end of 2026 and join the bloc two years later, but it must do more than just tick boxes, experts warn.

While minimum wages have risen sharply in both Bosnian entities, prices have risen faster, deepening the pressure on households, economist Igor Gavran warns.

As an ethnic Albanian journalist in the 1980s and 1990s, Dijana Toska faced threats, censorship and harassment from authorities in Pristina and her Macedonian hometown Skopje - before, during and after the wars that tore Yugoslavia apart.

The roll out of Europe's EES biometric border system was due to be stepped up this week across Europe, but what does that mean for travellers heading between France and the UK via Dover, the Eurotunnel or Eurostar terminals?

Many foreigners with property in Spain are shocked to hear about the legal protections Spanish law offers squatters who illegally occupy homes. Fortunately, there are new insurance policies in Spain that cover against squatting, but how do they work?

If eating and drinking what the locals have and paying the right price for it matters to you, there are several tell tale signs that certain restaurants in Spain are tourist traps only in it for the money.

New details have emerged regarding the criminal complaint filed by two former employees of veteran Spanish singer Julio Iglesias. They've accused him of "human trafficking" and "forced labour", according to advocacy groups supporting the women.

Is there really a legal way of avoiding inheritance tax by passing your property onto your children while you're still alive? Some lawyers in Spain claim so.

Public healthcare doctors across Spain will stop working on Wednesday January 14th and Thursday 15th to protest a new law which they fear will worsen their work conditions.

Thinking of buying a home in Málaga province this year? Find out what you can expect in terms of property prices moving forward, and where the cheapest and most profitable neighbourhoods are.

Spain summons Iran ambassador over protest crackdown, two cancer patients die in Spain due to a medication mix-up and more news on Wednesday January 14th.

Sharing a bank account with a family member is possible in Spain but there are tax risks and other problems that could arise, including the recent news that authorities are closely monitoring bank accounts shared between parents and children.

Professional social network and job site LinkedIn has released its ranking of the 25 jobs with the greatest potential for growth in 2026. Find out what they are if you hope to improve your career in Spain this year.

The European Parliament will vote next Wednesday on the possible referral to the courts against the trade agreement between the EU and the Latin American Mercosur countries, which is to be signed on Saturday in Paraguay, parliamentary sources told AFP.

The EU Commission is now presenting its formal plan for a loan of 90 billion euros to Ukraine. The first disbursements are expected as early as April.

The discussions focused on strengthening the quality of justice through better access to judicial practice and better coordination, in order to guarantee fairer and more predictable decisions.

In Portugal, 65.8% of the electricity consumed in 2024 was produced from renewable sources, mainly hydro and wind, a share above the 47.5% EU average

In the three coal regions of the country, projects for ground-mounted photovoltaic plants with battery storage systems will be financed

60 billion Euro is earmarked for military support, and the remaining 30 billion would be tied to reforms needed to progress Ukraine’s path to EU membership.

The Government will make 17,000 rural properties owned by the State available to young people

For the head of Portuguese diplomacy, the “lack of attention to the outermost regions has a price that will be paid in the future,” noting that Greenland was forgotten by the EU for a long time

After 25 years of negotiations and amid turbulent global tensions, the EU is set to formally sign a landmark trade agreement with four South American countries. However, back home farmers’ fury is mounting and some member states are already gearing up to block the Mercosur vote in the European Parliament.

“We stand together with the Iranian people, who are bravely fighting for their freedom,” writes the President of the European Commission on X.

Middle East – January 2026, According to Brussels Morning Newspaper that the debate over military strike consequences has intensified as regional tensions and global power rivalries intersect in increasingly volatile ways.policymakers, military planners, and humanitarian agencies are reassessing how … Read more

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Jerusalem, Israel, January 2026, According to Brussels Morning Newspaper that the Israel US military warning has become one of the most closely watched strategic signals in the Middle East. confirms that senior political and defense officials from Israel… Read more

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Tehran, Iran, January 2026, According to Brussels Morning Newspaper that Iran defense readiness has become a defining feature of the country’s national security narrative as authorities emphasize preparedness amid evolving regional dynamics.indicates that senior officials continue to frame military posture … Read more

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Tehran ,Iran Janaury 2026, According to Brussels Morning Newspaper that Iran stands at a critical intersection of technology, governance, and social resilience as the ongoing internet disruptions continue to reshape everyday life.the crisis unfolding across Iran is no … Read more

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Tehran, Iran, Janaury 2026 — Brussels Morning Newspaper Highlights that a large iran political rally took place this week in the Iranian capital, drawing hundreds of participants to a tightly controlled gathering outside a foreign diplomatic compound. The demonstration unfolded … Read more

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Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) January 14, 2026 – The European Parliament has scheduled a new no-confidence vote against the EU Commission following a procedural challenge to the previous motion’s validity. The vote, set for next week, requires a two-thirds majority … Read more

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Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper) January 14, 2026 – AZ Monica hospital in Antwerp will reopen its doors tomorrow after a cyber attack disrupted operations last week. The facility plans to operate at half capacity initially to ensure patient safety and … Read more

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Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper) January 14, 2026 – The city of Genk has designated numerous roadside verges as ‘protected roadside’ areas to combat illegal dumping. Six months after implementation, waste deposits have dropped by a quarter. The measure forms part … Read more

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Tehran, Iran, Janaury 2026 — Brussels Morning Newspaper Highlights that the Iran communications crisis has entered a prolonged and deeply disruptive phase, cutting across nearly every aspect of public and private life. What initially appeared as a temporary technical disruption … Read more

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Bruges (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – January 14, 2026 – The Flemish government has approved additional funding for expanding the ANPR camera network in West Flanders to strengthen measures against cross-border crime. Local authorities emphasise that the cameras form part of … Read more

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Child protection group “The Smile of the Child” posted a video on social media urging 16-year-old Laura, who went missing last Thursday after leaving her home in Rio, Patra, to contact the organization and confirm she is safe.

The main index at Athinon Avenue rebounded on Wednesday to reach highs unseen since January 2010.

Physician Georgios Papanikolaou with his wife, Machi Mavrogenous.

Greek taxi drivers angry at tight electric transition schedules will hold a new strike on Thursday, keeping up walkouts that have kept cabs off the streets since Tuesday.

Long-range climate outlooks issued in early January by the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service suggest February will be warmer than normal in Greece and across southeastern Europe.

The government is maintaining firm conditions for renewed dialogue with protesting farmers who blocked roads with tractors, according to official sources.

A large-scale police operation on the island of Rhodes on Wednesday led to four arrests as authorities moved to dismantle a criminal organization involved in cultivating and distributing cannabis. The effort centered on a sophisticated hydroponic laboratory, according to Orange Press. Officers from the Narcotics Division, the Intelligence and Special Actions Unit and the Rhodes Crime [...]

Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis on Wednesday condemned Iran’s crackdown on protesters, calling on Tehran to refrain from imposing and executing sentences against demonstrators “who are protesting for freedom.”

Investment in commercial real estate soared by 47% year-on-year in 2025, amounting to €2.9 billion, with hospitality properties at the forefront, per a report by real estate consultancy company Proprius.

A Russian embassy employee in Cyprus who was found dead after an apparent suicide in his Nicosia office last Thursday may have wanted to defect, an independent researcher who monitors Russia has said.

Among financial insecurity and taboos, 27 years on, the challenges facing survivors of Kosovo’s war serve as a warning for other conflicts.

Media workers are under increasing financial and political pressure. Their precarious situation and the rise of authoritarianism in Europe are leading to to democratic decline. According to Mustafa Kuleli of the Ethical Journalism Network, the EU must protect media workers, rein in platforms and act on the European Media Freedom Act.

Across Europe and beyond, trans rights are the subject of political backlash and negative media coverage. At the same time, the efforts of transgender people to claim a narrative of empowerment have largely been unsuccessful. How can we appreciate the life experience of transgender individuals in all its positive aspects without stumbling into the pitfalls of pathologisation, victimisation, or mystification?

In Bologna, where the struggles of transgender people are already deeply rooted, shelters that specialise in welcoming trans migrants have produced a model that is being replicated across Italy.

Amidst Europe's authoritarian drift, its hopes to reverse course now paradoxically hinge on the US midterms and Hungary’s elections, argues the far right expert and scholar.

As the European Cartoon Awards marked the tenth anniversary of the Charlie Hebdo attack, prize-winning cartoonists and journalists warned that satire is increasingly being perceived as a security threat, both by authoritarian regimes and within democracies.

Although they are intended to finance sustainable initiatives, green investments in defence firms have surged in recent years, topping €50 billion in 2025. The trend is driven by concerted pressure from the arms industry backed by the European Commission. Both seem determined to convince banks that weaponry can be made “sustainable”. An investigation in partnership with El País, IrpiMedia and Mediapart.

The rising remittances from Russia continue to provide a key source of household income, bolstering consumer demand and supporting economic stability in Kyrgyzstan.

KazTransOil, the national pipeline operator, and its subsidiaries and joint ventures paid a total of 66.1 billion tenge ($129.9 million) in taxes and other mandatory payments to the state budget of Kazakhstan in 2025.

The surge in remittances from Kazakhstan underscores their critical role in supporting household incomes, consumption, and overall economic stability in Kyrgyzstan.

Kazakhstan's freight transportation expected to reach 305.3 million tons from January through March 2026.

Turkmenistan’s Turkmenbashi Oil Processing Complex hit the ground running last year, exceeding its oil refining and petrochemical production goals, churning out top-notch fuels and chemical products for local use.

Turkmenistan’s gas sector delivered results above planned levels, with production and export indicators exceeding targets and confirming the country’s steady progress in implementing its energy strategy.