Month: January 2026

Can Social Media Save Lives?

Activists and influencers credit international pressure with temporarily halting the execution of Erfan Soltani.

Can Social Media Save Lives?

Can Social Media Save Lives?

Activists and influencers credit international pressure with temporarily halting the execution of Erfan Soltani.

January 26, 2026
Nearly 1,000 Migrants Missing—and German Officials Say It’s ‘Typical’

Nearly 1,000 Migrants Missing—and German Officials Say It’s ‘Typical’

The Green-led ministry in Rhineland-Palatinate has sought to normalise large numbers of unexplained absences from the asylum system.

January 26, 2026
CDU Women’s Union Proposes Ban on Full Face Veils in Public Spaces

CDU Women’s Union Proposes Ban on Full Face Veils in Public Spaces

Promoting the ‘self-determination of women’—and written to oppose ‘any form of forced veiling’—a new measure is likely to cause controversy.

January 26, 2026
Human Rights Group: Iran Protestors Death Toll Close to 6,000

Human Rights Group: Iran Protestors Death Toll Close to 6,000

Confirmed Iranian fatalities total includes protesters, minors, security personnel, and bystanders —with thousands more reported killings under investigation.

January 26, 2026
March for Life: Vance, the White House, and a Divided Pro-Life Movement

March for Life: Vance, the White House, and a Divided Pro-Life Movement

Pro-life leaders welcomed the VP’s remarks but continue to press for more concrete policy action.

January 26, 2026
Deadly ICE Shooting Triggers Protests and Renews Border Control Debate

Deadly ICE Shooting Triggers Protests and Renews Border Control Debate

Trump insists that recent “chaos” is a result of Democrats refusing to work with migration officials.

January 26, 2026
EU Finally Sets End Date for Russian Gas After Years of Delay

EU Finally Sets End Date for Russian Gas After Years of Delay

The long-promised ban on Russian gas is now law—but replacing it with U.S. LNG is expected to come at a higher price.

January 26, 2026
Germany: European Leaders to Discuss North Sea Energy and Security Cooperation

Germany: European Leaders to Discuss North Sea Energy and Security Cooperation

Greenland controversy has focused NATO and European Commission politicians—with British and French ministers—on the future of the region.

January 26, 2026
Another Brussels Gamble? EU Bets Big on India Trade Deal

Another Brussels Gamble? EU Bets Big on India Trade Deal

EU leaders are racing to seal a trade deal with India to cut reliance on China—but questions grow over who will actually benefit.

January 26, 2026
“Constructive”—Kremlin Pleased with Ukraine Talks in UAE

“Constructive”—Kremlin Pleased with Ukraine Talks in UAE

The first direct Russian-Ukrainian negotiations in nearly four years took place in Abu Dhabi, with talks set to resume on February 1st.

January 26, 2026
AfD Candidate Wins Altenberg Mayoral Election

AfD Candidate Wins Altenberg Mayoral Election

Rare national conservative victory in Saxony secures more than 60% of the vote, signalling the changing political mood in Germany.

January 26, 2026
Poland’s Budget Signed by the President—but Its Fate Is Still Uncertain

Poland’s Budget Signed by the President—but Its Fate Is Still Uncertain

On January 13, 2026, Poland’s budget act for 2026 reached President Karol Nawrocki after parliament approved the final package of

January 26, 2026