Month: January 2026

U.S. Think Tank Calls on Trump to Topple Iran

Following Iranian state mass killings, a Washington-based pro-Israel security institute is urging the U.S. president to abandon negotiations and intensify pressure on Tehran.

Violent Stabbings Shock Germany

Several serious knife attacks have occurred across multiple German cities in recent days—with victims ranging from teenagers to young adults, some with life-threatening injuries.

Brussels Determined to Bypass Parliament’s Mercosur Vote

Brussels Determined to Bypass Parliament’s Mercosur Vote

The European Parliament’s decision to refer the Mercosur agreement to the EU courts may ultimately pave the way for its provisional application—without safeguards.

January 23, 2026
Berlin Youth Art School Offers Drag Courses

Berlin Youth Art School Offers Drag Courses

A new programme in the German capital offers 13- to 17-year-olds the chance to explore drag performance, regardless of gender identity.

January 23, 2026
Germany’s Iran Problem: The Price of Appeasement

Germany’s Iran Problem: The Price of Appeasement

The bravery of Iranian demonstrators—many of whom have paid with their lives—highlights the German government’s fearfulness and shames us.

January 23, 2026
Majority of Europeans Reject Sending Troops and Arms to Ukraine

Majority of Europeans Reject Sending Troops and Arms to Ukraine

While pro-war governments are spending billions on military aid, Europeans would rather see peace efforts advancing.

January 23, 2026
London Police Block Christian March Through Muslim Area

London Police Block Christian March Through Muslim Area

Police say allowing the Ukip-organised “Walk With Jesus” march through east London’s Whitechapel district would be “reckless.”

January 23, 2026
French PM Survives No-Confidence Vote

French PM Survives No-Confidence Vote

Sébastien Lecornu used constitutional powers to push part of France’s 2026 budget through parliament.

January 23, 2026
New European X Alternative Backed by Climate Activists

New European X Alternative Backed by Climate Activists

Launched at the World Economic Forum, the new platform promises “values-based” moderation and European data control.

January 23, 2026
Much Ado About Nothing: European Council Avoids Substantive Response to U.S. Pressure

Much Ado About Nothing: European Council Avoids Substantive Response to U.S. Pressure

The EU’s extraordinary summit ended without concrete measures following a week marked by trade and territorial threats from Washington.

January 23, 2026
NATO Chief and Danish PM Agree on Strengthening Arctic Security

NATO Chief and Danish PM Agree on Strengthening Arctic Security

Mette Frederiksen said NATO allies agreed on the need for a permanent presence in the Arctic, including Greenland.

January 23, 2026
Six Wounded in Knife Attack at Kurdish Demonstration in Antwerp

Six Wounded in Knife Attack at Kurdish Demonstration in Antwerp

Four suspects were arrested at Antwerp’s Opera House after a knife attack on Kurdish protesters.

January 23, 2026
Putin Meets U.S. Envoys as Ukraine Talks Move to UAE

Putin Meets U.S. Envoys as Ukraine Talks Move to UAE

Trilateral security talks involving the U.S., Russia and Ukraine are set to begin in Abu Dhabi following late-night negotiations in Moscow.

January 23, 2026
Orbán: ‘Zelensky Has Things All Backwards’

Orbán: ‘Zelensky Has Things All Backwards’

The Hungarian PM said a national petition would be launched to send a clear message to Brussels that “we will not pay” for Ukraine.

January 23, 2026