In 2025, greenhouse gas emissions in the US increased by 2. 4% compared to the previous year, reaching 5.9 billion tons of carbon dioxide equivalent. This increase is attributed to an abnormally cold winter, rising natural gas prices, and the growth of the technology sector, including cryptocurrency mining.
SpaceX has canceled Starlink subscription fees in Iran due to mass protests and internet blocking. Terminal owners now use satellite communications for free.
Bill and Hillary Clinton have refused to testify in the Jeffrey Epstein case, calling the investigation politically motivated. They face contempt of Congress charges.
Trump will participate in the World Economic Forum in Davos with a record delegation. It will include five cabinet secretaries and a number of high-ranking officials.
The sale of the Royal Romance yacht, owned by Viktor Medvedchuk, requires a final court decision in the "coal case. " The court proceedings are ongoing, and the decision on the sale is within the competence of ARMA and Croatian authorities.
President Zelenskyy held a conversation with US congressmen Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal. Russian strikes, the need for air defense, and additional pressure on Russia were discussed.
The Danish krone has reached a six-year low amid discussions about US plans for Greenland. Investors are using the Danish currency to bet on the likelihood of the territory coming under US control, creating speculative pressure.
Estonian Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi stated that financial support for Ukraine should take precedence over EU budgetary discipline. He emphasized the need to mobilize resources to counter the threat to liberal democracy.
The British broadcaster BBC will seek the dismissal of Donald Trump's lawsuit over alleged defamation in the "Panorama" documentary. The BBC claims that the Florida court lacks jurisdiction and that Trump has not proven actual damages.
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.
The Prosecutor General's Office has taken all possible and legally stipulated measures to arrest, preserve, and subsequently sell the Royal Romance yacht. Further decisions depend on judicial procedures, the powers of ARMA, and international partners, and not on unilateral decisions of the prosecutor's office.
Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen stated that Greenland chooses an alliance with Denmark, rejecting accession to the United States. This comes amid Trump's threats to annex the island, which Nielsen called inappropriate.
US President Donald Trump called on Iranian protesters to "take over their institutions," promising assistance. He canceled meetings with Iranian officials until the killings stopped.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha announced an emergency OSCE meeting on January 15. It will address Russian strikes and the ignoring of US-led peace efforts.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy may meet with US President Donald Trump next week at the economic forum in Davos. Kyiv's G7 allies may also join the meeting to secure personal support for security guarantees for Ukraine.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stated that the US has no intention of annexing Greenland. He also called for stronger sanctions against Iran and emphasized the strength of the partnership between Germany and the US.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof. Intensive Russian strikes on energy infrastructure and Ukraine's need for air defense missiles were discussed.
Since February 2022, the Russian Federation has used over 13. 3 thousand missiles and 142.3 thousand attack drones against Ukraine. The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, reported this during a conversation with the Commander of the US Army in Europe and Africa.
President Zelenskyy commented on Russia's night attack on Ukraine, the main target of which was energy infrastructure. Four people died as a result of the strike on a postal terminal in Kharkiv Oblast.
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.
The US has accused Russia of a "dangerous and inexplicable escalation" of the war in Ukraine, citing the launch of the "Oreshnik" missile. This comes amid attempts by the Trump administration to push for peace talks.
Brent and WTI crude futures rose on Tuesday. This comes amid escalating protests in Iran and potential US intervention, outweighing prospects for increased oil supplies from Venezuela.
The US Embassy urges its citizens to leave Iran immediately due to escalating protests that could turn violent. Americans are advised to have an exit plan from the country that "does not rely on assistance from the US government."
British officials have found legal grounds to seize vessels belonging to Russia's shadow fleet. 520 vessels transporting Russian oil have been sanctioned by the United Kingdom.
Donald Trump announced the imposition of 25% tariffs on all countries doing business with Iran. This decision is final and applies to any transactions with the United States.
The Trump administration is finalizing negotiations with Taiwan to reduce tariffs by 5% in exchange for expanding semiconductor production. TSMC commits to building five new factories in Arizona.
Republican Congressman Randy Fine introduced the "Greenland Annexation and Statehood Act. " He considers Greenland a vital national security asset, controlling Arctic shipping lanes.
Mexican President Sheinbaum rejected Donald Trump's proposal for US military intervention to combat cartels. She emphasized Mexico's sovereignty and the unacceptability of interference in internal affairs.
Two Chinese supertankers, en route to Venezuela to load oil, have changed course and are returning to Asia. This occurred amid the ongoing oil embargo imposed by the US against Venezuela.
President Zelenskyy announced the completion of preparations for documents to be signed with representatives of Donald Trump's administration. The parties are coordinating meeting schedules, and the main documents are almost ready.
