Russia Strikes Kyiv and Kharkiv as Ukraine Peace Talks Continue

Russia Strikes Kyiv and Kharkiv as Ukraine Peace Talks Continue

The overnight strikes came as Kyiv and Moscow held their first direct talks on a U.S.-led peace plan.

January 24, 2026
Meloni: Trump Could Win Nobel Peace Prize

Meloni: Trump Could Win Nobel Peace Prize

Italy’s Giorgia Meloni backs Donald Trump’s Ukraine peace effort, suggesting it could lead to a Nobel Peace Prize nomination.

January 24, 2026
Suspected Russia Shadow Fleet Tanker Headed to French Port

Suspected Russia Shadow Fleet Tanker Headed to French Port

French forces boarded the oil tanker at sea and are escorting it to Marseille-Fos over suspected sanctions evasion.

January 24, 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
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
After 40 Years, Denmark Considers Lifting Nuclear Ban

After 40 Years, Denmark Considers Lifting Nuclear Ban

The Danish government has set up a framework to investigate the risks and benefits of new nuclear technologies.

January 22, 2026
Poland Must Pay Fine Over Border Coal Mine, ECJ Rules

Poland Must Pay Fine Over Border Coal Mine, ECJ Rules

The court said the fines imposed by the Commission over the Turow coal mine were preventive, ensuring Poland complies with interim measures and EU law.

January 22, 2026
Merz: U.S. Retreat on Greenland Is “The Right Way to Go”

Merz: U.S. Retreat on Greenland Is “The Right Way to Go”

Denmark says NATO cannot negotiate on its behalf; only Denmark and Greenland can decide on matters affecting their sovereignty.

January 22, 2026
U.S. Envoy: Ukraine-Russia Talks ‘Down to One Issue’ Remaining

U.S. Envoy: Ukraine-Russia Talks ‘Down to One Issue’ Remaining

The Kremlin claims that President Vladimir Putin will meet U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff during his visit.

January 22, 2026
Vatican Confirms Pope Invited to Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’

Vatican Confirms Pope Invited to Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’

Rome admits that Pope Leo XIV received Trump’s invitation, saying it “demands a little time to be considered.”

January 21, 2026