US sanctions Iranian officials accused of repressing protests against the government
The Treasury announcement comes a day after Trump that he’d been told “on good authority” that plans for executions in Iran have stopped. Read more at Read More
Poland’s PM praises cyber defences after attempted attack on energy infrastructure foiled
Tusk blamed Russia and urged Parliament to swiftly pass new cybersecurity legislation to strengthen protection against foreign interference. Read more at Read More
‘To remain free, one must be feared’: Macron says of France’s defence priorities
On Thursday, the French president offered his New Year’s address to the armed forces. The eagerly awaited annual event comes amid multiple geopolitical crises. Read more at Read More
Russia remains mostly silent on Iran protests as military cooperation continues
It took the Kremlin nearly two weeks of protests in Iran to say “no third party” can change the fundamental nature of relations between Iran and Russia. In an Euronews…
Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch sacks rival after ‘plot’ to defect to Reform UK
In the past 12 months, the Conservatives have suffered a string of defections to hard-right Reform UK, including some former Cabinet ministers. Read more at Read More
ISS crew returns early to Earth after medical issue
Four ISS crew members, including astronauts from Japan, Russia, and the US, returned early due to a medical issue. The SpaceX capsule landed safely in the Pacific. Read more at…
Turkish Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Barcelona after in-flight alert
The Airbus A321, which was carrying 148 passengers and seven crew, was directed to a designated area for inspection after it landed at around 11:00 am. Read more at Read…
EU’s Kallas set to present fresh sanctions on Iran imminently after crackdown on protesters
New package builds on an extensive sanctions regime against Iran, centred on travel bans and asset freezes over serious human rights abuses. The new measures will be presented as soon…
Violent thunderstorms trigger flash flooding along Australia’s Great Ocean Road
Severe thunderstorms caused flash flooding in Victoria, Australia, with over 170 mm of rain. Cars were swept away, but no injuries were reported. Read more at Read More
Second ICE shooting in Minneapolis sparks clashes with protesters
A federal immigration agent shot a man in the leg in Minneapolis on Wednesday night after reportedly being attacked with a shovel and a broom handle, as tensions between ICE…