Former FBI chief Robert Mueller died at the age of 81. Donald Trump publicly rejoiced at the death of the special prosecutor who investigated his ties to Russia.
Oil is getting cheaper due to US efforts to open the Strait of Hormuz and record release of global reserves. The UAE halved production due to the conflict.
Donald Trump believes Mojtaba Khamenei is alive after the US and Israeli attack. Iranian sources confirm the leader's minor injuries and his work from a shelter.
During a conversation with Trump, the Russian side denied providing Iran with data for strikes on US bases. Special envoy Witkoff noted that "they can be taken at their word."
The Greek vessel Shenlong successfully navigated the dangerous strait despite the threat of Iranian attacks. Most operators still refuse to sail in the region.
The American channel Fox News published a story about the US using a "high-tech arsenal" against Iran, showing a video of Ukrainian STING interceptor drones. The "Wild Hornets" team reported that Fox News presented footage of their drones as American.
Donald Trump told Fox News that 48 Iranian leaders had been killed in US and Israeli strikes. US military operations in Iran are ahead of schedule.
US Vice President J. D. Vance stated that peace negotiations on the war in Ukraine turned out to be significantly more difficult than expected. However, Washington sees some progress in the dialogue with both sides of the conflict.
US President's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said that Washington is increasing its military presence in the Middle East, but Tehran has not yet made concessions. Trump is considering limited military strikes.
US President's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff stated that a new round of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia could take place within three weeks. This could create conditions for a personal meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy.
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet stated that Thai soldiers surrounded villages with barbed wire, preventing 80,000 Cambodians from returning home.
The U. S. Air Force is changing the iconic light blue and white design of Air Force One to a red, white, and blue palette with a gold stripe. This is the first major change since the Kennedy era, affecting the entire presidential fleet.
In the Arabian Sea, the US military shot down an Iranian Shahed-139 drone that aggressively approached the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier. The drone was maneuvering towards the ship 500 miles off the coast of Iran.
Chinese authorities have executed 11 leaders of cross-border criminal networks involved in cyber fraud and murder. These individuals defrauded Chinese citizens of billions of dollars and committed heinous crimes.
The American aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln has entered the waters of the US Central Command in the Indian Ocean. This occurred amid growing threats from Iran, which is reportedly preparing for military action.
Federal immigration authorities in the US allowed the self-deportation of a suspect in a $100 million jewelry heist. This enabled him to avoid trial and potential imprisonment.
Commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, Mohammad Pakpour, announced the increased combat readiness of forces. This comes amid the deployment of American warships in the Middle East region.
Donald Trump and world leaders signed the Peace Council Charter in Davos. The Council's goal is to end the conflict in Gaza and force Hamas to disarm.
US Senator Lindsey Graham stated that the sanctions bill against Russia will no longer be delayed, as it has been supported by President Trump. However, it has not yet been brought before the upper chamber.
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado presented Donald Trump with her 2025 Nobel Peace Medal. This gesture underscored gratitude for the American military operation to remove Nicolás Maduro.
The US State Department is suspending visa processing for 75 countries, including Russia and Iran, starting January 21. This is due to a review of applicant screening procedures that could lead to a public charge.
Archaeologists and students from Texas Tech University have discovered the remains of an 18th-century Spanish mission in Jackson County, Texas. This discovery fills a gap in the historical records of early Texas.
US President Donald Trump confirmed the approval of the bill on strengthening anti-Russian sanctions, expressing hope that it would not be needed. He also announced a meeting with oil companies regarding investments in Venezuela.
US Vice President J. D. Vance called the detained tanker Marinera (Bella 1) a "fake Russian oil tanker," and the country's Attorney General Pam Bondi indicated that its crew faces criminal prosecution.
US President Donald Trump stated that Washington is making decisions regarding Venezuela's fate and plans to actively participate in processes in that country. He noted that the US will not allow the current government's actions to continue.
The publication notes that Kellogg found himself at the center of an internal conflict within the US administration due to disagreements on Ukraine policy.
The radical Palestinian group Hamas has confirmed the death of five leaders, including Mohammed al-Sinwar and Abu Obeida. This occurred during Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip. Hamas revealed Abu Obeida's real name for the first time as Hudhayfa Samir Abdullah al-Kahlout.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the Russian advance of 3,000 kilometers over the past year cost Russia hundreds of thousands of casualties. He noted that the number of mobilized in Russia now equals irreversible losses, indicating a halt in the growth of the Russian army.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that without weapons from the United States, Ukraine would not be able to win the war, especially in air defense. He emphasized that Russian forces are massively using drones and missiles, and the available air defense systems are insufficient for complete protection.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he does not trust Putin and sees no signs of his desire for peace, as Russia continues its attacks. He emphasized that pressure on Russia from the United States is necessary for peace negotiations.
