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Trump's Threats to Annex Greenland Spark NATO Crisis
NATO averted a crisis over US President Trump's threats to annex Greenland, but European leaders question a new 'framework' deal with Washington. Germany's chancellor warned at Davos of the old world order unraveling rapidly. EU officials express serious doubts about Trump's initiatives.
Trump Disinvites Canada from Gaza 'Board of Peace'
The US withdrew Canada's invitation to the Gaza Board of Peace after Canada's leader highlighted a rupture in global politics. Eight Muslim-majority nations including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and UAE joined the board. European leaders worry it challenges the UN.
Russia, US, Ukraine to Hold Trilateral Security Talks in UAE
President Putin confirmed a trilateral meeting on security issues between Russia, the US, and Ukraine in the UAE on January 23-24. China's Foreign Ministry urges dialogue as the only way out of the Ukraine crisis. Negotiations face mobilization pressures in Ukraine.
US Deploys Massive Fleet Toward Iran Amid Tensions
President Trump announced sending a massive US fleet toward Iran following strong rhetoric between Washington and Tehran. China calls for restraint, stability, and dialogue to resolve differences. A repeat of Venezuela-style action against Iran seems unlikely.
US Republicans Block Limits on Trump Over Venezuela
Republicans narrowly defeated a bid to restrict Trump's actions on Venezuela after a US strike deemed illegal. Questions linger over oversight of Venezuela's oil funds post-US military capture of Maduro. China asserts Venezuela's right to choose partners independently.
TikTok Secures $14B Deal to Avoid US Ban
TikTok reached a $14B deal involving Oracle to prevent a US ban, with further US-China agreement details expected soon. The deal aligns with ongoing high-level visits between leaders. This follows US-Taiwan tariff negotiations.
US Withdrawal from WHO Takes Effect
The US became the first member state to exit the WHO, amid one year of global health chaos from aid freezes. Debates intensify on reforming or replacing WHO as US withholds funding. Proposals emerge for US UN withdrawal.
EU-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement Signed After 25 Years
The EU and Mercosur formally signed their association agreement, concluding 25 years of negotiations. This boosts trade amid shifting global alliances. Europe tightens borders over migration divisions.
French Navy Seizes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker
France boarded and seized a sanctioned Russian oil tanker in the Mediterranean, straining France-Russia relations. This reflects ongoing transatlantic tensions and energy disputes. Serbia shifts oil stakes from Russia to Hungary.
Bulgarian President Radev Resigns, First in Post-Communist Era
Bulgaria's President Rumen Radev resigned voluntarily, the first such case post-communism; Vice President Iliyana Yotova sworn in as acting president. This deepens the ongoing political crisis. Japan's House of Representatives dissolved.
US Withdraws from Iraq's Al-Asad Airbase
US forces handed full control of Al-Asad Airbase to Iraq for the first time since 2014. This marks a shift in Iraq-US relations amid regional withdrawals.