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
German Authorities Detain German-Ukrainian Woman Accused of Spying for Russia

German Authorities Detain German-Ukrainian Woman Accused of Spying for Russia

Ilona W. is suspected of having passed on information to Moscow about military aid to Ukraine.

January 21, 2026
Austrian Parliament Approves Compulsory Summer Schooling for Children With Low-Level German Skills

Austrian Parliament Approves Compulsory Summer Schooling for Children With Low-Level German Skills

“German is the key to participation,” Education Minister Christoph Wiederkehr told parliament before the vote.

January 21, 2026
Trump Disputes Delay Ukraine ‘Prosperity Plan’ Announcement

Trump Disputes Delay Ukraine ‘Prosperity Plan’ Announcement

The proposed $800 billion plan, intended to be agreed between Ukraine, European partners and the United States, was due to be announced at this week’s World Economic Forum in Davos.

January 21, 2026
Syrian-Swedish Teen Sentenced Over Planned Attack in Stockholm

Syrian-Swedish Teen Sentenced Over Planned Attack in Stockholm

The 19-year-old had secured funding, scouted central Stockholm, and recorded a “martyr video,” the court said.

January 21, 2026
Japan Restarts World’s Largest Nuclear Power Plant

Japan Restarts World’s Largest Nuclear Power Plant

Tokyo aims to revive nuclear power to cut reliance on fossil fuels—and to meet its goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.

January 21, 2026
China Responds After UK Approves London Mega Embassy

China Responds After UK Approves London Mega Embassy

The planned 20,000-square-metre Chinese embassy in the British capital looks set to become the biggest diplomatic compound in Europe.

January 21, 2026