Nearly four years after the Russia-Ukraine war began in 2022, it is no longer just a two-nation conflict, fighters are now coming from almost every continent. 
Ukrainian officials say Russia has recruited over 18,000 foreign fighters from at least 37 countries. While more than 15,000 foreigners from over 70 countries are estimated to have joined Ukraine’s war effort. 


Russia-Ukraine is Preferred Conflict for Mercenaries Across World

Moscow claims Ukrainian forces suffered 1,200 troop losses in a single day during intensified fighting across key fronts, marking one of the highest reported daily tolls in the conflict.


Russia-Ukraine War: Moscow Claims Ukraine Lost 1,200 Troops in a Day

Las Luminarias, a centuries-old festival in San Bartolomé de Pinares, Spain, lit up the village on January 16, 2026, with riders guiding horses through blazing bonfires to purify the animals and invoke protection from Saint Anthony.


Horses Leap Through Flames in Spain's Fire Festival

Russian forces launched over 300 drones and missiles, hitting power plants and substations across Ukraine, exacerbating a national energy emergency declared by President Zelenskyy. Ukrainian counterstrikes reached Rostov Oblast, downing defenses intercepted 25 drones but failing to prevent casualties and blazes at key sites. 

Russia-Ukraine War: One Dead in Ukrainian Drone Strike on Russia's Rostov 

Trump Tariffs Row: The US Supreme Court deferred its decision on the legality of President Trump's tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) on January 14, 2026, issuing other opinions instead. This marks the second postponement in a week, leaving importers, markets, and trading partners in limbo over potential refunds exceeding hundreds of billions.

Trump Tariffs Row: SCOTUS Delays Trump Tariff Verdict Again

Silver has shattered the $90-an-ounce mark for the first time in history, sending shockwaves through global markets and intensifying a powerful rally in precious metals. Gold is trading just shy of record highs as investors seek safety amid Federal Reserve uncertainty, expectations of U.S. rate cuts, and escalating geopolitical tensions. The surge has exposed deep stress in the physical silver market, forcing the U.S. Mint to suspend silver coin sales and driving premiums sharply higher. Analysts warn the rally reflects a structural imbalance between paper claims and physical supply, compounded by strong industrial demand and safe-haven flows.


Silver Has Crossed $90 an Ounce for the First Time | The Global War for Silver

Iran issued stern warnings of retaliatory strikes against US bases following President Trump's "help is on the way" remark supporting Iranian protesters. Tehran views the statement as incitement amid its crackdown on demonstrations that have killed over 2,500, with officials naming regional allies' facilities as potential targets.


Iran Threatens U.S With Retaliatory Strikes After Trump's 'help is on the Way' Remark

Air India Crash: Families of nine British victims from the June 2025 Air India Flight 171 crash have filed a lawsuit against Air India in UK courts, seeking accountability and compensation. The Boeing 787 crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, killing 241 on board (including 53 Britons) and 19 on the ground, with only one survivor.


Air India Crash: Families of 9 British Victims Sue Air India

Clashes between Syrian government forces and U.S.-backed Kurdish SDF fighters have escalated in Aleppo's Sheikh Maqsud and Ashrafiyeh neighborhoods, killing at least nine-mostly civilians-and displacing thousands.


Syria Army Besieges Kurds: Aleppo Evacuations Surge

Trump's Tariff Row: A U.S. court has scheduled a hearing to review President Trump's sweeping tariffs, placing his trade policies under legal scrutiny amid challenges from businesses and states.


Trump's Tariff Row: U.S. Court Sets Date for Trump Tariffs Trial 

Russia-Ukraine War:  Zelenskyy, Starmer, Macron sign trilateral declaration for multinational troops if ceasefire holds, focusing on deterrence against Russia.


Russia-Ukraine War: UK-France Pact: Troops for Ukraine Post-Ceasefire

The UK and France signed a declaration of intent on January 6, 2026, to deploy troops and establish military hubs across Ukraine if a peace deal is reached, aiming to deter future Russian aggression through multinational forces on land, air, and sea

Russia-Ukraine War: UK, France Agree on Security for Ukraine

Thailan-Cambodia Tensions: Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is set for a snap election on February 8, 2026, after his minority government collapsed amid a no-confidence threat and political maneuvering. The upcoming poll is expected to be heavily influenced by rising nationalist sentiment due to ongoing tensions with Cambodia along the border, which could shape the battle between major parties and determine the country's political direction.


Thailand-Cambodia Tensions: Thai PM Anutin Gears Up for February Snap Poll

Kairos Kollar, a device made for assisted dying, is the latest invention by Dr Philip Nitschke, founder of pro-euthanasia group Exit International. The man is known for making the controversial Sarco pod that led to several arrests in 2024.

Sarco pod inventor demonstrates Kairos Kollar, reveals he is working on 'suicide switch'

Russia-Ukraine: Ukrainian President Zelensky has revealed that the U.S. has proposed a new three-way format for peace talks, involving Ukraine, Russia, and the U.S., as a potential path to end the ongoing war. The proposal comes amid renewed diplomatic efforts to find a resolution, with Zelensky emphasizing the importance of direct negotiations to achieve a lasting peace.


Russia-Ukraine: U.S. Moots Three-way Ukraine-Russia Talks To End War, Says Zelensky

Zelensky: Zelensky has called on the U.S. to intensify diplomatic and economic pressure on Russia, while urging European allies to unite behind U.S.-led peace negotiations, emphasizing that only President Trump holds the leverage to influence Putin.


Zelensky: Only Trump can influence Putin, calls for U.S. pressure on Russia 

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signaled his willingness to halt the ongoing war in Ukraine, stating that Russia would end its "special military operations" if the West respects Russia's security interests. Putin’s remarks indicate a conditional approach, suggesting that a resolution to the conflict is possible if Western powers address Russia’s security demands. 

Putin: Ready to Halt Ukraine War If West Respects Security 

Thailand-Cambodia: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has expressed cautious optimism that Thailand and Cambodia will restore their ceasefire by Monday or Tuesday. Rubio stated that Washington is actively pushing both countries to return to the truce following recent border tensions, and that a resumption of the ceasefire is possible if both sides cooperate.


Thailand-Cambodia Ceasefire Could Be Back by Monday or Tuesday, Says Rubio 

China has stepped in to mediate renewed clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, with Foreign Minister Wang Yi urging both sides to de-escalate and cease hostilities. China’s Special Envoy for Asian Affairs has begun shuttle diplomacy, traveling to both countries to facilitate peace talks. Both Cambodia and Thailand have expressed willingness to de-escalate following China’s mediation, as Beijing aims to prevent further civilian casualties and maintain ASEAN unity.

Thailand-Cambodia: China Steps in to Mediate Renewed Thai, Cambodia Clashes 

Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks: President Donald Trump has declared that the latest round of Russia-Ukraine peace talks are "getting close to something," with U.S. officials and diplomats working to bridge remaining gaps between Kyiv and Moscow. Trump emphasized that both sides have made progress, though territorial disputes and security guarantees remain key sticking points. 


Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks: Trump Says 'Getting Close to Something' 

Russia-Ukraine War: An overnight Ukrainian drone attack targeted the Russian port of Rostov, resulting in the deaths of three people, including two crew members aboard a cargo vessel, and causing damage to port infrastructure.

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine Drone Attack Kills 3 in Russia’s Rostov Region

Russia-Ukraine War: President Donald Trump has announced that progress is being made in U.S.-led negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, with recent talks in Berlin and ongoing discussions in Miami bringing the parties closer to a potential peace deal. While both Ukraine and the U.S. have expressed optimism, key sticking points remain, particularly regarding territorial concessions and security guarantees.

U.S.-Russia Ukraine Peace Talks: Trump Signals Progress

Russia-Ukraine War: accusing them of obstructing peace efforts and seeking Russia’s collapse. He reiterated his demand for full control of Ukraine’s Donbas region “at all costs,” warning that Moscow is prepared to use force if necessary. In response, EU leaders have intensified diplomatic and economic pressure, promising further sanctions and support for Ukraine, while insisting on maintaining the unity of the Western alliance


Russia-Ukraine War: Putin Blames Europe for Ukraine War, Demands Donbas “At All Costs”

Ukraine-Russia War: Sea, damaging several ships, including one carrying food supplies, during a series of strikes on Ukrainian ports. The incident occurred as Russian forces targeted the ports of Chornomorsk and Odesa, causing a significant fire on a Turkish car ferry. 

Ukraine-Russia War: Ukraine Accuses Russia Hit Turkish Vessel in Black Sea 

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