Day: January 7, 2026

Football: Africa Cup or French Cup?

France is the country that sends the most ‘nationals’ to the international African Cup of Nations competition.

Why Iran’s Crisis Feels Different This Time

Protests have spread beyond Iran’s major cities, pressure from abroad is growing, and rival opposition figures are already positioning themselves for what could come next.

‘They Won’t Be There for Us’: Trump Questions NATO Allies’ Commitment

‘They Won’t Be There for Us’: Trump Questions NATO Allies’ Commitment

Trump warned that, without U.S. backing, NATO would command “zero fear” from rivals.

January 7, 2026
Berlin Restores Power After Extremist Arson Attack

Berlin Restores Power After Extremist Arson Attack

Federal prosecutors have opened a terrorism investigation, as other authorities assess vulnerabilities in Germany’s critical infrastructure following the blackout.

January 7, 2026
Football: Africa Cup or French Cup?

Football: Africa Cup or French Cup?

France is the country that sends the most ‘nationals’ to the international African Cup of Nations competition.

January 7, 2026
Why Iran’s Crisis Feels Different This Time

Why Iran’s Crisis Feels Different This Time

Protests have spread beyond Iran’s major cities, pressure from abroad is growing, and rival opposition figures are already positioning themselves for what could come next.

January 7, 2026
U.S. Seizes Russian-Flagged Oil Tanker Near Iceland

U.S. Seizes Russian-Flagged Oil Tanker Near Iceland

The vessel, linked to Venezuelan oil exports, was intercepted after weeks of evading U.S. maritime controls, prompting protests from Moscow.

January 7, 2026
Seven-Month Silence: Von der Leyen Sued Over Arms Lobbying

Seven-Month Silence: Von der Leyen Sued Over Arms Lobbying

The complaint before the EU Court of Justice adds to the mounting political and legal pressure surrounding Ursula von der Leyen

January 7, 2026
Farmers Take to the Roads Again, Challenging the Mercosur Deal

Farmers Take to the Roads Again, Challenging the Mercosur Deal

Farmers plan to deploy new tractor-based roadblocks—echoing the December 18th protests in Brussels.

January 7, 2026
Germany Expects Italy to Back EU-Mercosur Trade Deal

Germany Expects Italy to Back EU-Mercosur Trade Deal

Italy’s support for Mercosur deal hinges on safeguards and import controls for local farmers.

January 7, 2026
Brigitte Bardot’s Funeral: Macron Not Welcomed

Brigitte Bardot’s Funeral: Macron Not Welcomed

The international star was buried surrounded by a few carefully chosen relatives and friends, including Marine Le Pen.

January 7, 2026
Ireland: Bill Sparks Outcry Over Seizing Journalists’ Phones

Ireland: Bill Sparks Outcry Over Seizing Journalists’ Phones

Opposition TDs warn the proposed powers could deter whistleblowers and undermine investigative reporting—despite government assurances of judicial safeguards.

January 7, 2026
Babiš Hopes To Please Both Sides Over Ukraine Ammunition Programme

Babiš Hopes To Please Both Sides Over Ukraine Ammunition Programme

Czechia will not cancel the initiative but will no longer make its own taxpayers foot the bill.

January 7, 2026
Czech Government Removes Ukrainian Flags from State Buildings

Czech Government Removes Ukrainian Flags from State Buildings

Despite the symbolic change, PM Babiš confirmed that Prague will continue to coordinate its ammunition initiative in support of Kyiv—but with no funding coming from Czech taxpayers.

January 7, 2026