Thailand's ruling Bhumjaithai party promises to resolve the territorial dispute with Cambodia before the 2026 elections. The government will focus on restoring security and economic ties.
Over the past day, 164 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy launched 71 air strikes and carried out over 3,600 shelling attacks. Ukrainian defenders eliminated 1,130 invaders.
Federal Judge Katherine Menendez issued a temporary injunction against ICE agents' use of force against protesters in Minneapolis. This decision comes after the killing of Rene Good by an ICE agent and Trump's threats to deploy military forces.
Pakistani forces repelled a militant attack in Balochistan, eliminating 12 attackers who attempted to take hostages at a police station. The terrorists stole millions of rupees from banks but were killed in a shootout.
A lull has settled in Iran after the protests, but authorities are calling for the execution of detainees. A high-ranking cleric is threatening Donald Trump, who has adopted a soft tone.
President Trump has decided not to deploy regular troops in Minnesota, despite previous threats to use the Insurrection Act. He noted that he currently sees no reason for its immediate implementation.
The Trump administration has appointed members of the executive board of the "Peace Council" for Gaza, which will ensure the region's transition from ceasefire to reconstruction and demilitarization. Its members include Marco Rubio, Jared Kushner, Steve Witkoff, Ajay Banga, and Tony Blair.
Germany is considering boycotting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is scheduled to be held in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. This is due to Donald Trump's plan to establish control over Greenland.
Britain and the US warn citizens against traveling to 16 countries, including Turkey, UAE, Cyprus, and Egypt. The reason is growing tensions in the Middle East and security risks.
Over the past day, 153 combat engagements took place at the front. Russian troops used over 4,700 kamikaze drones and 144 guided aerial bombs.
Donald Trump thanked Iran for canceling the execution of hundreds of political prisoners, expressing respect for this decision. The real death toll during the protests in Iran could reach 20,000 people.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 98 combat engagements at the front as of 4 p. m. on January 16. 36 attacks were repelled in the Pokrovsk direction, and 21 combat engagements in the Huliaipole direction.
On January 15, 180 combat engagements took place, the occupiers launched 2 missile and 97 air strikes, dropping 234 guided aerial bombs. The Defense Forces hit seven areas of concentration of enemy personnel and equipment.
The US is increasing its military presence in the Middle East by redeploying the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group. This comes amid possible retaliatory strikes from Iran.
Donald Trump confirmed the transition to the next phase of his "20-point plan" for the Gaza Strip, which involves the transfer of power to the National Committee and demilitarization. He issued an ultimatum to Hamas regarding disarmament and the return of hostages.
As of January 16, 2026, the Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated 1370 occupiers in one day, with total Russian losses exceeding 1,224,000 people. Also, 48 artillery systems and 527 UAVs were destroyed.
Iranian security forces are demanding thousands of dollars from the families of dead protesters for the release of their bodies. The authorities also offer free release of bodies on condition of a public statement that they died at the hands of protesters.
Trump announced his readiness to involve the US army to suppress protests in Minneapolis, which erupted after shootings involving federal agents. The state governor called the agents' actions "organized brutality," and most Americans do not support the use of this law.
At a UN Security Council meeting, the US warned Iran of its readiness for decisive action over the suppression of protests. Russia was the only country to support Iran, accusing the US of interference.
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have killed at least 10 people, including senior Hamas and Islamic Jihad officials. This happened against the backdrop of a fragile truce that has been in effect since October 2025.
Iranian-American activist Masih Alinejad called on the UN Security Council for immediate intervention in the situation in Iran. She warned of the threat of a large-scale bloodshed if decisive measures are not taken.
Russia's Ambassador to the UN, Vasily Nebenzya, stated that the US is using the situation in Iran to destabilize the country. He accused the US of interfering in internal affairs and called for an end to the escalation.
Russia is actively helping Iran suppress protests by supplying weapons and internet control technologies. The Kremlin provides discreet assistance, avoiding direct military intervention.
Donald Trump has threatened to deploy military forces in Minnesota following protests sparked by the actions of immigration agents. This occurred after an officer shot a Venezuelan man, and previously an agent fatally shot a U.S. citizen.
In Lutsk, a man was detained after shooting a police officer during a domestic dispute. The officer shielded a woman and child, and the buckshot lodged in his bulletproof vest.
Iran has announced the reopening of its airspace, which was closed to most flights due to threats of an attack by the United States. The ban was in effect from 1:45 AM to 4:00 AM and from 4:44 AM to 7:00 AM local time.
On January 14, 132 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy launched 63 air strikes, dropping 154 guided aerial bombs. The Armed Forces of Ukraine hit two areas of personnel concentration and six enemy artillery systems.
The Russian advance slowed down in late December 2025 and early January 2026. This was likely due to less favorable weather conditions and the cessation of efforts to meet "arbitrary deadlines" at the end of the year.
The Ukrainian Defense Forces are holding back the advance of Russian invaders; 118 combat engagements took place over the past day. The enemy used aviation and drones, carrying out over 3,700 attacks.
The UN Security Council asked Secretary-General Guterres to provide monthly reports on Houthi attacks in the Red Sea. In response, Russia suggested the Council monitor the Caribbean, where the US is striking drug traffickers.
