Day: January 19, 2026

A supporter with a Moroccan national flag sprays fire in Brussels, on January 18, 2026 following the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final football match between Senegal and Morocco played in Rabat, Morocco.

Africa Cup Riots—in Europe

The final game of the tournament saw scandal on the pitch and was followed by violence across major cities in Western Europe.

Africa Cup Riots—in Europe

Africa Cup Riots—in Europe

The final game of the tournament saw scandal on the pitch and was followed by violence across major cities in Western Europe.

January 19, 2026
Trump and Fico Agree EU Is Facing Deep Crisis

Trump and Fico Agree EU Is Facing Deep Crisis

The Slovak premier emphasized in Florida that his country maintains independent positions on Ukraine and is “not a Brussels parrot.”

January 19, 2026
EU Considering Retaliatory Measures in Response to Possible U.S. Tariffs over Greenland

EU Considering Retaliatory Measures in Response to Possible U.S. Tariffs over Greenland

One option under consideration is a package of tariffs targeting approximately €93 billion worth of U.S. imports.

January 19, 2026
Why Greenland Suddenly Matters to the Rest of the World

Why Greenland Suddenly Matters to the Rest of the World

As the Arctic opens up, Greenland is becoming increasingly important for security, resources, and access to new shipping routes.

January 19, 2026
Portugal Enters Historic Presidential Runoff After First-Round Vote

Portugal Enters Historic Presidential Runoff After First-Round Vote

Socialist Seguro and populist Ventura have advanced to the second round in the Portuguese presidential race.

January 19, 2026
Southern Spain: 39 Killed as High-Speed Trains Collide

Southern Spain: 39 Killed as High-Speed Trains Collide

Dozens died when a Spanish high-speed train derailed and was hit by an oncoming train.

January 19, 2026
200 Years of a Liberal-Conservative Newspaper: <em>Le Figaro</em>, a Source of French Pride

200 Years of a Liberal-Conservative Newspaper: <em>Le Figaro</em>, a Source of French Pride

In the tumultuous flood of digital information, it is reassuring to know that the venerable newspaper still plays its role as a reference point.

January 19, 2026