Merz’s Ukraine remarks spark German backlash over troop deployments
The possible deployment of Bundeswehr troops to Ukraine has become a topic of debate in Germany, the prospect drawing criticism from both the left and the right. Read more at…
Latest news bulletin | January 7th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 7th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
What is the Monroe Doctrine that Trump invoked to justify the Maduro raid?
First articulated in 1823, the Monroe Doctrine was largely meant to stave off European colonial influence in the western hemisphere, but modern presidents have used it to justify military intervention…
US carrying out operation to seize Venezuela-linked oil tanker in Atlantic, official says
The United States has been chasing the oil tanker, formerly known as the Bella 1, since it evaded a partial US blockade around Venezuela and thwarted an attempt by the…
Civilians flee Aleppo as Syrian army closes Kurdish-majority areas
Clashes in Aleppo forced residents to flee Kurdish areas, with at least nine killed. The violence follows stalled talks to merge Kurdish forces into the army. Read more at Read…
France says farewell to film star Brigitte Bardot with funeral and public homage in Saint-Tropez
The reclusive French star of the 50s and 60s was buried at her family’s Mediterranean seaside grave following her death aged 91 at her home on 28 December. Read more…
Iran army chief threatens pre-emptive attack over rhetoric targeting Tehran after Trump threats
Tehran’s military chief warned that Iran is now far more prepared and stronger to face any attacks, threatening a “decisive response” to any action it considers a breach of sovereignty.…
Ukrainian and US teams tackling ‘most difficult issues’ at Paris peace talks, Zelenskyy says
Zelenskyy’s new chief of staff said on Wednesday “there are already concrete results” but added that “not all information can be made public.” Read more at Read More
Venezuela’s sovereignty is not negotiable — and France should rearm
The arrest of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro raises serious concerns because sovereignty is non-negotiable, and therefore it is urgent for countries like France to rearm and focus on security, French…
Georgia marks Orthodox Christmas amid ongoing EU protests
Georgia marked Orthodox Christmas on Wednesday, with religious celebrations taking place alongside protests in the capital calling for EU integration. Read more at Read More