Day: January 8, 2026

Too Little, Too Late? EU Cuts Fertiliser Tariffs as Farmers Brace for Mercosur

Too Little, Too Late? EU Cuts Fertiliser Tariffs as Farmers Brace for Mercosur

Brussels has moved to ease fertiliser costs just days before a decisive vote on the Mercosur trade deal, but farmers say the relief is temporary and does nothing to address rising costs or unfair competition.

January 8, 2026
Trump Invites Petro to the White House

Trump Invites Petro to the White House

U.S.–Colombia relations appear to ease after a direct phone call between the two leaders

January 8, 2026
Iran: Deadly Clashes Mark 11th Day of Protests

Iran: Deadly Clashes Mark 11th Day of Protests

Unrest has now spread to more than 110 Iranian cities, with thousands arrested.

January 8, 2026
Greek Farmers Step Up Protests After Talks Collapse

Greek Farmers Step Up Protests After Talks Collapse

With subsidy payments delayed and costs soaring, Greek farmers are intensifying protests after last-ditch talks with Athens failed to deliver meaningful relief.

January 8, 2026
Trump Administration Withdraws U.S. from 66 International Organizations

Trump Administration Withdraws U.S. from 66 International Organizations

The UN Framework Convention on Climate Change is among the institutions affected by the decision.

January 8, 2026