The French Navy in the Mediterranean Sea boarded a Russian "shadow fleet" oil tanker subject to international sanctions. The vessel was diverted, and a judicial investigation has been launched.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated at the World Economic Forum in Davos that Europe must strengthen its unity and competitiveness. This is necessary to counter a new era of "great power politics" that has upended transatlantic relations.
Donald Trump is developing a project for an international organization called the "Peace Council," which will be an alternative to the UN. Countries wishing to obtain a permanent seat must contribute $1 billion.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz welcomed US President Donald Trump's statement on Greenland. Merz called it "the right way", as threats to seize European territory by force are unacceptable.
US President Donald Trump has backed down from his threat to invade Greenland and suspended the imposition of tariffs. He is considering the possibility of offering $1 million to each of Greenland's 57,000 residents for joining the US.
President Trump backed away from threats of military force and tariffs to acquire Greenland. The decision ended weeks of political chaos and panic among US allies.
Greek shipowners are deploying new tankers to transport Russian oil due to a record surge in freight costs. This comes amidst US and EU sanctions, which have led to a shortage of vessels.
Global oil prices rose on January 22 after Trump announced the cancellation of tariffs on European goods. Brent reached $65.33, WTI – $60.75 per barrel.
Donald Trump and Mark Rutte discussed Greenland; the plan involves respecting Danish sovereignty. The US will strengthen its military presence and deploy missile defense systems in the Arctic.
US stock indices surged after Trump's announcement of a deal on Greenland, which averted the imposition of harsh tariffs on European goods. The S&P 500 index showed its largest one-day gain in two months.
The Federal Court of Canada has overturned a government order to liquidate TikTok's Canadian division. The case has been sent back to Industry Minister Mélanie Joly for reconsideration, allowing the platform to continue operations.
Putin announced his readiness to allocate $1 billion from frozen assets to the "Peace Council. " He also commented on the situation around Greenland and negotiations regarding Ukraine.
Donald Trump announced agreements with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte regarding Greenland and the Arctic region. The US will not impose tariffs against European states.
The European Parliament has suspended work on a trade agreement with the United States. The reason for this was Donald Trump's statements regarding Greenland and threats to impose tariffs on European allies.
The director of a Ukrainian company has been notified of suspicion of collaborative activities for cooperating with Russian businesses. His actions contributed to generating profits for the benefit of the Russian Federation.
Donald Trump could completely cease support for Ukraine, including arms sales, if Europe responds with economic sanctions over Greenland. President Zelenskyy is concerned about the shift in focus away from Ukraine.
Indian refiners are changing their oil import strategy, reducing purchases from Russia and increasing supplies from the Middle East. This could help New Delhi conclude a trade deal with the United States and lower tariffs.
The GUR released information on the production of Iskander-K cruise missiles, including 39 Russian and one Belarusian enterprise. Of the 41 enterprises, 8 are still not under sanctions.
US President Donald Trump's campaign to take control of Greenland has drawn sharp criticism from Republican lawmakers. Congress may try to curb the president's territorial ambitions.
Brent and WTI crude futures fell on Wednesday. This was due to an expected increase in US oil inventories, which outweighed a temporary production halt in Kazakhstan and threats of US tariffs over Greenland.
Russian air carriers are reactivating old Tu-204/214, An-148, Il-96, and Boeing 747 aircraft. The news is presented as a "positive" and a sign of the industry's "stability," but in reality, it is a forced resuscitation of machines due to sanctions and the failure of import substitution.
US forces detained the motor vessel Sagitta in the Caribbean, marking the seventh such incident in recent weeks. The detention occurred in support of the Department of Homeland Security, "without incident."
The Trump administration is preparing to allow a wide range of companies to buy Venezuelan oil, but only through the US market. This decision will increase competition and accelerate the unloading of Venezuelan ports.
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, European leaders protested against Trump's intentions to buy Greenland and his threats regarding tariffs. They emphasized their readiness to defend the EU's sovereignty, despite calls for restraint.
The value of the Russian Central Bank's gold reserves has increased by $216 billion since 2022, reaching $326. 5 billion. This growth is due to a 65% increase in gold prices in 2025 and another 8% in early 2026.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that President Trump can impose 500% tariffs on countries buying Russian oil without Senate approval. He also highlighted Europe and China's purchases of Russian oil.
Poroshenko and Kolomoisky formed an alliance to destabilize the country and escape prison, an expert said.
China's Vice Premier He Lifeng stated in Davos that the world should not return to the "law of the jungle. " This comes amid Washington's intensified efforts regarding Greenland.
French President Emmanuel Macron criticized US foreign policy and trade demands aimed at weakening Europe. He warned against sliding into a policy of "the law of the strongest" at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declared the inviolability of Greenland's and Denmark's sovereignty. She emphasized the strengthening of security measures in the Arctic and the EU's readiness to cooperate with the US.
