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Ukraine Opens Drone Exports to Europe
President Zelenskyy announced Ukraine will open weapons export centers across Europe from mid-February, starting drone manufacturing in Germany and the UK. This move aims to share Ukrainian drone technology amid ongoing conflict.
EU Foreign Affairs Chief Kaja Kallas warned peace talks risk enriching Russian aggression without Moscow's concessions.
Kallas Warns on Ukraine Peace Talks
EU's Kaja Kallas criticized US-led talks in Abu Dhabi, noting Russia bombs civilians despite Ukraine's ceasefire offer over a year ago. She doubts outcomes as Russia lacks serious negotiators.
Talks concluded last Thursday with imbalance in concessions.
Japan's Sanayi Takaichi Wins Landslide Election
Prime Minister Sanayi Takaichi secured a historic victory and vowed to deliver campaign pledges on defense and markets. China faces dilemma post her win, as she seeks talks at various levels.
She aligns with Trump's 'peace through strength' and plans defense buildup.
Trump Threatens to Block Gordie Howe Bridge Opening
US President Trump demands negotiations for US ownership of at least half the Windsor-Detroit bridge, set to open soon. He claims Canada treated the US unfairly for decades.
This escalates tensions ahead of USMCA review, following PM Carney's Davos speech.
France Rocked by Epstein Scandal Resignation
Jack Lang, president of Arab World Institute and ex-culture minister, resigned amid turmoil from US Justice Department's three million Epstein documents. The scandal's shockwave hits France hard.
Lang faced pressure from the revelations.
Venezuela Arrests Opposition Leader Guanipa
Opposition figure Guanipa was detained after Nicolas Maduro's capture and extradition to New York on narco-terrorism charges. Detentions criticized as arbitrary and politically motivated to muzzle dissent.
Maria Machado called for his immediate release.
UK PM Starmer Defends Leadership Amid Crisis
Prime Minister Keir Starmer told Labour MPs he'll stay on, defending against leadership challenges. This comes amid Mandelson-Epstein crisis and cabinet support.
UK faces internal political pressures.
Asian Stocks Rally Driven by Tech
Tech fuels Asian stocks to new heights, with Alphabet issuing global bonds for AI and planning tech's first 100-year bond. Japan's Takaichi aims to build market trust.
China tech rally falters as investors cut risk.
US Opposes Israeli West Bank Occupation
US President opposes Israeli occupation of West Bank, amid Middle East tensions. This stance highlighted in global news coverage.
Related to broader regional conflicts.
China Urges Banks to Curb US Treasuries
China advises banks to reduce US Treasuries exposure due to market risks. Xi faces Japan dilemma after Takaichi's win; Trump-Xi April meeting not finalized.
Potential four meetings this year as trade truce holds.
Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years in Hong Kong
US Secretary Marco Rubio criticized the 20-year sentence for Jimmy Lai as unjust, calling for humanitarian parole. The 78-year-old media mogul convicted in controversial case.
Draws international condemnation.
Cuba Energy Crisis Strands Canadians
Canadians await flights home as US oil blockade worsens Cuba's energy shortage; Air Canada and WestJet suspended service. Airlines plan to repatriate travelers.
Crisis linked to broader US-Cuba tensions.