Guatemalan President declared a state of siege after nine police officers were killed in coordinated attacks by criminal gangs. The conflict began with prison riots organized by the "Barrio 18" gang, which seized 46 guards.
Three influential US Catholic archbishops condemned the country's foreign policy. They stated that the moral role of the state in confronting global evil is questionable, and the use of military force should be a last resort.
French President Emmanuel Macron declined Donald Trump's invitation to the "Peace Council. " The reasons were differences in diplomatic vision and a $1 billion contribution.
The National Antarctic Scientific Center has started publishing video materials for the 30th anniversary of the "Akademik Vernadsky" station. The footage shows events from 1995, when Ukraine was preparing to become an Antarctic state.
On January 18, Russian troops attacked the southern districts of Odesa region with drones, damaging an energy infrastructure facility and a production building. There were no fatalities or injuries, and the fire has been extinguished.
On the night of January 18, Russian troops attacked Ukraine with 201 drones, of which 167 were shot down or suppressed by air defense forces. 30 UAVs hit 15 locations.
On January 18, the Armed Forces of Ukraine held back an intense enemy onslaught, which carried out 90 airstrikes and used 8071 kamikaze drones. The highest enemy activity is observed in the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions.
Daniel Hayden was sentenced to 24 years in prison for a fatal accident on July 4, 2024. The intoxicated man drove into a crowd, killing four people.
Heavy rains on Australia's east coast have caused widespread flooding, leading to evacuations. In New South Wales, 20 people were rescued, and one woman died.
Xi Jinping ordered an intensified fight against corruption, resulting in 983,000 people being punished in 2025. This is a record figure for two decades, aimed at ensuring the implementation of decisions by the top leadership.
The EU is preparing to suspend the ratification of a new trade agreement with the US in response to Donald Trump's statement about imposing tariffs on goods from European countries that supported Greenland's sovereignty. The EU is considering using the Anti-Coercion Instrument, which would allow for the introduction of mirror tariffs.
Indonesian rescuers have found debris of the ATR 42-500 reconnaissance aircraft that disappeared the day before. There were 11 people on board, their fate remains unknown.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine updated data on Russian military losses as of January 18, 2026. 830 occupiers were eliminated during the day, and total personnel losses reached 1,226,420 people.
The ATESH movement carried out an act of sabotage at a power substation in Bryansk, damaging equipment and disrupting power supply to military facilities. This affected the operation of the railway station, military enterprises, and fuel storage bases.
Guatemalan security forces have launched an operation to regain control of three correctional facilities. Members of the Barrio 18 gang have taken 46 hostages, demanding the transfer of their leader to another institution.
One of three Lamborghini Veneno Coupe 2014 models in the world, with 200 km on the odometer, is for sale for $16. 9 million. The hypercar is equipped with a 6.5-liter V12 engine producing 740 hp and features a unique silver finish.
The US is deploying M1 Abrams tanks and M2A3 Bradley infantry fighting vehicles to the Middle East to protect facilities. The equipment was delivered by strategic airlift for rapid response to threats.
The estate of two-time Oscar winner Gene Hackman is for sale for $6. 25 million following the death of the actor and his wife. The 1,200 sq m property includes a guesthouse, golf course, swimming pool, and hot tub.
Jennifer Lawrence revealed that she did not get the role of Sharon Tate in Tarantino's film because she was considered "not good enough. " The actress also failed to pass the casting for a role in "Twilight" for the same reason.
The U. S. Department of Justice has asked a court to reject lawmakers' request to appoint a special master to monitor the release of Jeffrey Epstein's documents. The department has engaged 400 lawyers to expedite the review of 5.2 million pages of records.
The head coach of the Senegalese national team protested against the inadequate security arrangements for the team upon their arrival in Rabat. The footballers were left without security escort, which exposed them to danger.
The US Supreme Court will hear a case concerning Donald Trump's attempt to dismiss Federal Reserve Board Governor Lisa Cook. This will determine the limits of White House influence on monetary policy.
Scientists from the "Leonardo da Vinci Project" are collecting microscopic traces of DNA from the artist's manuscripts and works. The paint on the paintings could have preserved DNA for hundreds of years.
The US has called on Syria to halt its offensive in the north of the country, where Syrian forces have clashed with Kurdish SDF units. The conflict has escalated due to strategic positions and oil fields along the Euphrates River.
Mamady Doumbouya was sworn in as President of Guinea for a seven-year term in the capital Conakry. He took over the country after the 2021 coup and won the elections.
The SLS rocket with the Orion capsule has arrived at Launch Pad 39B at the Kennedy Space Center. This is the final stage of preparation for the first astronaut flight to the Moon in over half a century.
Sweden plans to deploy its first Archer self-propelled artillery systems in Latvia during 2026. This is stipulated in the roadmap signed by the defense ministers of the two countries.
Astronomers have found a cloud of ionized iron atoms in the Ring Nebula, which could be the remnants of a destroyed planet. This discovery provides insight into Earth's future fate after the Sun's death.
Ali Shaath, head of the Palestinian National Committee for Gaza Governance, officially assumed his duties by signing the NCAG Mission Statement. The committee's activities are based on a UN resolution and Donald Trump's peace plan.
On January 17, two major road accidents in Pakistan claimed the lives of at least 24 people and injured 45. The causes were fog, speeding, and poor roads.
