Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has protested against the composition of the executive council for governing the Gaza Strip, which was unveiled by the White House. Israel did not approve this composition, which contradicts its official policy.
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud criticized Israel's decision to recognize Somaliland, emphasizing the unacceptability of violating Somalia's integrity. He called for direct negotiations with the central government.
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.
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.
Over ten years, NABU has spent more than 10 billion hryvnias without imprisoning a single major corrupt official. Political expert Kyrylo Sazonov called it the most ineffective body in the country.
Reza Cyrus Pahlavi, son of the last Shahanshah of Iran, has pledged to abandon the nuclear program, recognize Israel, and restore relations with the United States should the current regime fall. He also stated that Iran would become a peaceful and prosperous country.
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.
Dozens of commercial vessels have anchored outside Iranian ports due to rising tensions with the United States. This is a precautionary measure amid ongoing protests in Iran and potential airstrikes.
The US is withdrawing some personnel from bases in the Middle East. Iran has warned its neighbors of a retaliatory strike on American bases.
Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Ali Larijani, declared US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "the main murderers of the Iranian people. " This statement comes amid unrest in Iran, where hundreds have died and thousands have been arrested.
In Iran, 648 people, including nine minors, have died as a result of the unrest, and thousands have been injured. Over 10,000 protesters have been arrested, with authorities calling them enemies of God.
In Kyiv, law enforcement officers exposed a 40-year-old Israeli citizen who is suspected of selling drugs. The man decorated the New Year's tree with bags of drugs.
Hamas will dissolve its administration in Gaza after a Palestinian technocratic governing committee takes control of the region. This is a requirement of a US-brokered plan for the enclave.
Global oil prices are rising for the third consecutive day due to escalating protests in Iran and US actions regarding Venezuela. Brent crude reached $63.89 per barrel, and WTI reached $59.65.
On January 11, three Palestinians were killed in the Gaza Strip as a result of Israeli strikes. The Israeli army stated that it had eliminated "terrorists" who posed a threat.
U. S. President Donald Trump is considering military action options against Iran in response to the harsh crackdown on anti-government protests. No final decision has been made yet, but scenarios are being seriously discussed.
Israel has put its armed forces on high alert due to possible US military intervention in Iran. This happened against the backdrop of anti-government protests in Iran and Trump's statement about his readiness to help the Iranian people.
The IDF has developed plans to resume hostilities in Gaza in March 2026. The operation depends on the Trump administration's stance and aims to disarm Hamas.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán postponed the announcement of the Fidesz party's candidate until February, despite falling ratings. Sociological surveys show Fidesz trailing the opposition for the first time in 15 years.
Donald Trump expressed support for protesters in Iran who are demanding freedom. The US is ready to provide assistance, warning Tehran against violence.
Donald Trump is increasingly disappointed with Vladimir Putin, considering him a greater obstacle to peace in Ukraine than Zelenskyy. The American leader has changed his position on the Russian dictator.
Mass anti-government protests, caused by the economic crisis, have been ongoing in Iran for the thirteenth day. At least 51 people have died, including nine minors.
Cypriot authorities are investigating a video on the X network that questions the funding of President Nikos Christodoulides' campaign. Law enforcement classifies this as a hybrid disinformation operation by the Russian Federation aimed at undermining the state's reputation.
Clémence Guetté submitted a proposal for France to withdraw from NATO, citing US actions during Trump's presidency. She accuses the US of kidnapping the Venezuelan president, threatening Greenland, and supporting genocide in Palestine.
Russia is urgently evacuating diplomatic personnel and their families from Israel, having organized three flights in the last 24 hours. The evacuation is taking place at an accelerated pace, indicating the presence of "important information."
US President Donald Trump said he had sold over a thousand Boeing aircraft, calling himself the "king" of sales. The Pentagon signed an $8.6 billion contract with Boeing to supply F-15 fighters to Israel.
Iran's leaders are trying to quell protests, as US actions in Venezuela are causing concern in Tehran. Tehran's capabilities are limited by Trump's threats and a prolonged economic crisis.
IDF forces carried out a series of strikes on southern and eastern areas of Lebanon on January 6, 2026, including the city of Sidon. Attacks also occurred in the Bekaa Valley, where the home of a Hamas commander and a car with Hezbollah members were hit.
Turkish President Erdogan insists on the country's reintegration into the F-35 program, which he discussed with Donald Trump. Ankara seeks to obtain the aircraft for which it has already paid part of the funds, but Israel opposes it due to the use of unique technologies in the aircraft.
The IDF has resumed strikes on Lebanese territory, where, according to the Israeli military, Hamas and Hezbollah militants are located.
