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&nbsp;President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he has secured total and permanent US access to Greenland in a deal with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the Greenland structure is being worked on and will be amazing for the US. However, Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said he was still in the dark on many aspects of the deal. “Heading back to D.C. It was an incredible time in Davos. The Greenland structure is being worked on, and will be amazing for the U.S.A., and the Board of Peace is something that the world has never seen before. Very special. So many good things happening!” Trump said in his post.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Denmark also insisted that its sovereignty over the island was not up for discussion.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/davos-2026-soon-there-will-be-more-robots-than-people-says-elon-musk-1769105556661">Davos 2026: ‘Soon there will be more robots than people,’ says Elon Musk</a><h2>‘Ready to negotiate but sovereignty a red line’: Greenland PM</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;Greenland’s PM Nielsen told reporters in the capital, Nuuk, “I don’t know what there is in the agreement, or the deal, about my country.”When asked about reports that Trump was seeking control of areas around US military bases in Greenland as part of a wider deal, he said, “We are ready to discuss a lot of things and we are ready to negotiate a better partnership and so on. But sovereignty is a red line.”&nbsp;“We cannot cross the red lines. We have to respect our territorial integrity. We have to respect international law and sovereignty.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-ukraine-us-russia-to-hold-trilateral-talks-in-uae-hope-war-ends-says-zelensky-at-davos-2026-1769097668812">‘Ukraine, US, Russia to hold trilateral talks in UAE; hope war ends,’ says Zelensky at Davos 2026</a>&nbsp;“It’s really being negotiated now, the details of it. But essentially, it’s total access. It’s—there’s no end, there’s no time limit,” Trump told Fox Business Network in an interview from Davos.&nbsp;<h2>‘Nobody but Greenland and Denmark can make deal’: PM</h2>&nbsp;Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said that nobody other than Greenland and Denmark have the mandate to make deals or agreements about Greenland.“We are ready to cooperate more in economics, but that’s something we have to talk about in mutual respect,” he said.&nbsp;“I want a respectful and good dialogue where we can discuss that kind of things,” he said when asked whether he would welcome increased US military presence. The PM pointed out that there is already a defence agreement with the US in place.“We are a trusted ally, have been for many years. The Kingdom of Denmark and the United States stood side by side for many years, also in tough times, and that’s what we need to bring back,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/davos-2026-zelensky-says-europe-needs-to-protect-itself-take-action-to-become-global-force-1769091116500">‘Europe needs to protect itself, take action to become global force,’ says Zelensky at Davos</a>&nbsp;Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said Denmark wants to “find a solution” and has asked NATO to be more active in the Arctic region, and “everybody in NATO agrees with that.”“We are willing to work together with the US, of course, as we have always done about security, but our red lines that are also our democratic rules, cannot be discussed.”&nbsp;<h2>‘Europe’s unity worked against Trump’s threats’: Macron</h2>&nbsp;France’s Emmanuel Macron said the emergency summit of EU leaders on Greenland in Brussels demonstrates the unity in support of Denmark, its territorial integrity and sovereignty.“When Europe is united, strong and reacts quickly, things return to normal and calm,” he says.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-peace-deal-talks-down-to-one-issue-says-us-envoy-steve-witkoff-1769082947582">Russia-Ukraine peace talks ‘down to one issue’, says US envoy Steve Witkoff</a>&nbsp;Macron added that Europe needs to stay “vigilant” and continue acting in “united manner,” showing that it has “instruments at its disposal” if threatened to “command respect.”He also says France is open to participating in more Nato missions, presumably in the Arctic.&nbsp;

Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said that nobody other than Greenland and Denmark has the mandate to make deals or agreements about Greenland. “We are ready to cooperate more in economics, but that’s something we have to talk about in mutual respect,” he said.

President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he has secured total and permanent US access to Greenland in a deal with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the Greenland structure is being worked on and will be amazing for the US. However, Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said he was still in the dark on many aspects of the deal. “Heading back to D.C. It was an incredible time in Davos. The Greenland structure is being worked on, and will be amazing for the U.S.A., and the Board of Peace is something that the world has never seen before. Very special. So many good things happening!” Trump said in his post. Meanwhile, Denmark also insisted that its sovereignty over the island was not up for discussion. Also Read: Davos 2026: ‘Soon there will be more robots than people,’ says Elon Musk ‘Ready to negotiate but sovereignty a red line’: Greenland PM Greenland’s PM Nielsen told reporters in the capital, Nuuk, “I don’t know what there is in the agreement, or the deal, about my country.” When asked about reports that Trump was seeking control of areas around US military bases in Greenland as part of a wider deal, he said, “We are ready to discuss a lot of things and we are ready to negotiate a better partnership and so on. But sovereignty is a red line.” “We cannot cross the red lines. We have to respect our territorial integrity. We have to respect international law and sovereignty.” Also Read: ‘Ukraine, US, Russia to hold trilateral talks in UAE; hope war ends,’ says Zelensky at Davos 2026 “It’s really being negotiated now, the details of it. But essentially, it’s total access. It’s—there’s no end, there’s no time limit,” Trump told Fox Business Network in an interview from Davos. ‘Nobody but Greenland and Denmark can make deal’: PM Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said that nobody other than Greenland and Denmark have the mandate to make deals or agreements about Greenland. “We are ready to cooperate more in economics, but that’s something we have to talk about in mutual respect,” he said. “I want a respectful and good dialogue where we can discuss that kind of things,” he said when asked whether he would welcome increased US military presence. The PM pointed out that there is already a defence agreement with the US in place. “We are a trusted ally, have been for many years. The Kingdom of Denmark and the United States stood side by side for many years, also in tough times, and that’s what we need to bring back,” he added. Also Read: ‘Europe needs to protect itself, take action to become global force,’ says Zelensky at Davos Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said Denmark wants to “find a solution” and has asked NATO to be more active in the Arctic region, and “everybody in NATO agrees with that.” “We are willing to work together with the US, of course, as we have always done about security, but our red lines that are also our democratic rules, cannot be discussed.” ‘Europe’s unity worked against Trump’s threats’: Macron France’s Emmanuel Macron said the emergency summit of EU leaders on Greenland in Brussels demonstrates the unity in support of Denmark, its territorial integrity and sovereignty. “When Europe is united, strong and reacts quickly, things return to normal and calm,” he says. Also Read: Russia-Ukraine peace talks ‘down to one issue’, says US envoy Steve Witkoff Macron added that Europe needs to stay “vigilant” and continue acting in “united manner,” showing that it has “instruments at its disposal” if threatened to “command respect.” He also says France is open to participating in more Nato missions, presumably in the Arctic.

Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said that nobody other than Greenland and Denmark has the mandate to make deals or agreements about Greenland. “We are ready to cooperate more in economics, but that’s something we have to talk about in mutual respect,” he said.

Trump claims ‘total access’ Greenland deal, PM Nielsen says unaware of details

On the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, US President Donald Trump formally signed the Board of Peace charter with 19 founding members. The representatives of the countries supporting the organisation established to resolve conflicts across the globe included Pakistan, a country that has globally proscribed terrorists operating from its soil. Present at the podium for the signing ceremony was Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/davos-2026-from-ministers-to-tech-tycoons-wion-brings-exclusive-insights-from-wef-wion-1769103345547/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/davos-2026-from-ministers-to-tech-tycoons-wion-brings-exclusive-insights-from-wef-wion-1769103345547/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;In May 2025, the country was embroiled in cross-border fighting with India, this as New Delhi decided to retaliate after the country’s inaction against The Resistance Front, an offshoot of the Lashkar-e-Taiba. On April 22, 2025, innocent tourists spending time with the families were killed by terrorists. The dastardly attack took place in Pahalgam, and news of which numbed the entire nation. It was Pakistan’s inaction against the terrorists even after a fortnight that led India to launch Operation Sindoor and target the terror hubs deep inside the country.&nbsp;&nbsp;On Wednesday (Jan 21), Pakistan accepted Trump's invite and in a statement, the country expressed that it “would like to announce its decision to join the Board of Peace (BoP) as part of its ongoing efforts to support the implementation of the Gaza Peace Plan under the framework of the United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-so-many-friends-few-enemies-trump-s-defiant-return-to-davos-charms-ceos-but-warns-rivals-1769017069172">'So many friends, few enemies': Trump’s defiant return to Davos charms CEOs but warns rivals</a> “Pakistan expresses the hope that with the creation of this framework, concrete steps will be taken towards the implementation of a permanent ceasefire, further scaling up of humanitarian aid for the Palestinians, as well as reconstruction of Gaza,” the statement added.&nbsp;<h2>Highlights of Board of Peace:</h2>&nbsp;<ul><li>Chairman and his powers: Donald Trump, who is the founding chairman of the board, holds exclusive authority to appoint members and issue resolutions.</li></ul>&nbsp;<ul><li>$1 billion seat: A country can be part of the board only by invite, but the charter famously includes a provision where countries can secure a permanent seat. This can be done by contributing $1 billion in cash. The US President has mentioned the funds contributed will be forwarded toward Gaza; $70 billion reconstruction effort.</li></ul>

Pakistan, a country that has globally proscribed terrorists operating from its soil. Present at the podium for the signing ceremony was Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. 



On the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, US President Donald Trump formally signed the Board of Peace charter with 19 founding members. The representatives of the countries supporting the organisation established to resolve conflicts across the globe included Pakistan, a country that has globally proscribed terrorists operating from its soil. Present at the podium for the signing ceremony was Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. https://www.wionews.com/videos/davos-2026-from-ministers-to-tech-tycoons-wion-brings-exclusive-insights-from-wef-wion-1769103345547/embed In May 2025, the country was embroiled in cross-border fighting with India, this as New Delhi decided to retaliate after the country’s inaction against The Resistance Front, an offshoot of the Lashkar-e-Taiba. On April 22, 2025, innocent tourists spending time with the families were killed by terrorists. The dastardly attack took place in Pahalgam, and news of which numbed the entire nation. It was Pakistan’s inaction against the terrorists even after a fortnight that led India to launch Operation Sindoor and target the terror hubs deep inside the country. On Wednesday (Jan 21), Pakistan accepted Trump's invite and in a statement, the country expressed that it “would like to announce its decision to join the Board of Peace (BoP) as part of its ongoing efforts to support the implementation of the Gaza Peace Plan under the framework of the United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803.” Also read: 'So many friends, few enemies': Trump’s defiant return to Davos charms CEOs but warns rivals “Pakistan expresses the hope that with the creation of this framework, concrete steps will be taken towards the implementation of a permanent ceasefire, further scaling up of humanitarian aid for the Palestinians, as well as reconstruction of Gaza,” the statement added. Highlights of Board of Peace: Chairman and his powers: Donald Trump, who is the founding chairman of the board, holds exclusive authority to appoint members and issue resolutions. $1 billion seat: A country can be part of the board only by invite, but the charter famously includes a provision where countries can secure a permanent seat. This can be done by contributing $1 billion in cash. The US President has mentioned the funds contributed will be forwarded toward Gaza; $70 billion reconstruction effort.

Pakistan, a country that has globally proscribed terrorists operating from its soil. Present at the podium for the signing ceremony was Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Shehbaz Sharif at Davos 2026: Pakistan signs Trump's Board of Peace charter; India abstains

Tech billionaire Elon Musk made his first appearance at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Thursday and predicted that robots will eventually outnumber humans in the years to come and humanoid machines will become as commonplace as smartphones. “By the end of next year I think we’d be selling humanoid robots to the public,” Musk said, adding, “My prediction is there’ll be more robots than people… everyone on Earth is going to have one and going to want one… who wouldn’t want a robot to… watch over your kids, take care of your pets… we are in the most interesting time in history.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-ukraine-us-russia-to-hold-trilateral-talks-in-uae-hope-war-ends-says-zelensky-at-davos-2026-1769097668812">‘Ukraine, US, Russia to hold trilateral talks in UAE; hope war ends,’ says Zelensky at Davos 2026</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;The South Africa-born Tesla and SpaceX chief, who is the world’s richest person, spoke with BlackRock CEO Larry Fink at the Davos summit he previously dismissed as elitist and boring.Musk began with a joke about US President Donald Trump’s territorial ambitions, referencing a peace summit. “And I was like, is that piece? A little piece of Greenland. A little piece of Venezuela,” he said to limited laughter.Trump also repeated his claim about extraterrestrial life. “I’m often asked: ‘Are there aliens among us?’ And I say, I am one, but they don’t believe me. If anyone would know if there were aliens among us, it would be me.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/davos-2026-zelensky-says-europe-needs-to-protect-itself-take-action-to-become-global-force-1769091116500">‘Europe needs to protect itself, take action to become global force,’ says Zelensky at Davos</a><h2>‘AI and robotics would trigger an unprecedented economic explosion’</h2>&nbsp;Musk also told the audience that AI and robotics would trigger an unprecedented economic explosion.“We will actually make so many robots and AI that they will actually saturate human needs,” he said. “My prediction is that there will be more robots than people.”Musk said Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robots would perform simple tasks in factories by the end of this year and more complex industrial work within 12 months.“Who wouldn’t want a robot to, assuming it’s very safe, watch over your kids, take care of your pets?” Musk asked.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-peace-deal-talks-down-to-one-issue-says-us-envoy-steve-witkoff-1769082947582">Russia-Ukraine peace talks ‘down to one issue’, says US envoy Steve Witkoff</a><h2>‘AI would become smarter than any human by 2026-end’</h2>&nbsp;Musk also predicted that AI would become smarter than any individual human by the end of 2026 and surpass the collective intelligence of humanity within five years.Tesla has rolled out robotaxi services in several US cities and expects widespread deployment across the country by year’s end, Musk said. He added that Tesla hopes to receive European approval for the vehicles next month but did not specify which countries.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uae-hands-over-list-of-over-900-indian-prisoners-set-for-release-1769084675586">UAE hands over list of over 900 Indian prisoners set for release</a><h2>‘Ageing a very solvable problem’</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2>Discussing human longevity, Musk said ageing was “a very solvable problem” and predicted that once identified, the cause would be “incredibly obvious” to scientists.Musk was added to the WEF schedule as a last-minute participant, appearing one day after Trump addressed the forum.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/davos-2026-ashwini-vaishnaw-corrects-imf-chief-says-india-among-top-tier-ai-powers-1769020163510">Davos 2026: Ashwini Vaishnaw corrects IMF chief, says India among ‘top tier’ AI powers</a>&nbsp;He had previously called the annual gathering “boring” and slammed the WEF as a body that’s “increasingly becoming an unelected world government” in previous years.In December 2022, he said he declined a Davos invitation because it sounded “boring af”.

Tech billionaire Elon Musk told the audience that AI and robotics would trigger an unprecedented economic explosion. He said Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robots would perform simple tasks in factories by the end of this year and more complex industrial work within 12 months.

Tech billionaire Elon Musk made his first appearance at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Thursday and predicted that robots will eventually outnumber humans in the years to come and humanoid machines will become as commonplace as smartphones. “By the end of next year I think we’d be selling humanoid robots to the public,” Musk said, adding, “My prediction is there’ll be more robots than people… everyone on Earth is going to have one and going to want one… who wouldn’t want a robot to… watch over your kids, take care of your pets… we are in the most interesting time in history.” Also Read: ‘Ukraine, US, Russia to hold trilateral talks in UAE; hope war ends,’ says Zelensky at Davos 2026 The South Africa-born Tesla and SpaceX chief, who is the world’s richest person, spoke with BlackRock CEO Larry Fink at the Davos summit he previously dismissed as elitist and boring. Musk began with a joke about US President Donald Trump’s territorial ambitions, referencing a peace summit. “And I was like, is that piece? A little piece of Greenland. A little piece of Venezuela,” he said to limited laughter. Trump also repeated his claim about extraterrestrial life. “I’m often asked: ‘Are there aliens among us?’ And I say, I am one, but they don’t believe me. If anyone would know if there were aliens among us, it would be me.” Also Read: ‘Europe needs to protect itself, take action to become global force,’ says Zelensky at Davos ‘AI and robotics would trigger an unprecedented economic explosion’ Musk also told the audience that AI and robotics would trigger an unprecedented economic explosion. “We will actually make so many robots and AI that they will actually saturate human needs,” he said. “My prediction is that there will be more robots than people.” Musk said Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robots would perform simple tasks in factories by the end of this year and more complex industrial work within 12 months. “Who wouldn’t want a robot to, assuming it’s very safe, watch over your kids, take care of your pets?” Musk asked. Also Read: Russia-Ukraine peace talks ‘down to one issue’, says US envoy Steve Witkoff ‘AI would become smarter than any human by 2026-end’ Musk also predicted that AI would become smarter than any individual human by the end of 2026 and surpass the collective intelligence of humanity within five years. Tesla has rolled out robotaxi services in several US cities and expects widespread deployment across the country by year’s end, Musk said. He added that Tesla hopes to receive European approval for the vehicles next month but did not specify which countries. Also Read: UAE hands over list of over 900 Indian prisoners set for release ‘Ageing a very solvable problem’ Discussing human longevity, Musk said ageing was “a very solvable problem” and predicted that once identified, the cause would be “incredibly obvious” to scientists. Musk was added to the WEF schedule as a last-minute participant, appearing one day after Trump addressed the forum. Also Read: Davos 2026: Ashwini Vaishnaw corrects IMF chief, says India among ‘top tier’ AI powers He had previously called the annual gathering “boring” and slammed the WEF as a body that’s “increasingly becoming an unelected world government” in previous years. In December 2022, he said he declined a Davos invitation because it sounded “boring af”.

Tech billionaire Elon Musk told the audience that AI and robotics would trigger an unprecedented economic explosion. He said Tesla’s Optimus humanoid robots would perform simple tasks in factories by the end of this year and more complex industrial work within 12 months.

Davos 2026: ‘Soon there will be more robots than people,’ says Elon Musk

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In his address at Davos, Marco Rubio mentioned how this could be “a model to the world of what is possible and could “serve as an example of what is possible, and it could solve other conflicts in the world.”

As Donald Trump formally signed the Board of Peace (BoP) charter with 19 signatories, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio lauded the US president’s peace module. Appreciating his boss’ initiative he called him a “president of action” as he “getting things done”. The BoP first aims to solve the Gaza conflict and then move to resolve conflicts across the globe. Rubio mentioned how this could be “a model to the world of what is possible”. He added, the BoP could “serve as an example of what is possible, and it could solve other conflicts in the world.” https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-vs-cuba-us-seeking-regime-change-in-cuba-cuba-defiant-amid-trump-s-threats-1769097985829/embed Before signing ceremony, Trump called BoP “the most consequential body ever created”, followed by an acknowledgement of the people who shared the podium with him. Trump said, “It is an incredible group of young people; every country wants to be a part of it.” And in his signature style, he continued, “they are friends of mine, couple I like, couple I don’t…” Promptly adding, “In this group, I like every single one of them; usually, there are two or three that I don’t like. They are great leaders and great people.” Also read: What is Trump's 'Board of Peace', how many countries have accepted offer to join? Check full list The main objective of the collective is to bring about peace first in Gaza and then expand this mission to the rest of the world. As the chairperson of the organisation, Trump reiterated how he ended eight wars. As he spoke about his contribution to peace, he mentioned, “I ended eight wars” and he pointed out how he “didn’t speak to the UN.” And with confidence, he said, “Never spoke to them; you would think I should have… but they couldn’t have ended those eight wars.” Furthermore, he said, “They tried, but they (UN) didn’t try hard enough.” As a consolation, he noted, “UN has tremendous potential but has not used it.” The US president repeated himself, hinted at how the Biden administration could not stop the war in Ukraine. He said, “The war in Ukraine would have never happened if I were president.”

In his address at Davos, Marco Rubio mentioned how this could be “a model to the world of what is possible and could “serve as an example of what is possible, and it could solve other conflicts in the world.”

Trump ‘is a president of action’: Marco Rubio plays cheerleader to boss at Davos 2026

FIFA President Gianni Infantino praised football’s magic at the World Economic Forum (WEF) summit in Davos, Switzerland, highlighting the game’s power. Speaking on the penultimate day of the WEF, Infantino reckons football has transformed people’s lives around the globe as it brings the community together. During the summit, 2006 FIFA World Cup winner Alessandro Del Piero and former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger also reflected on football’s role.<h2>Infantino praises football's magic globally</h2>"This is a magic instrument (while holding a football) that transforms people into happy people. This is what this strange instrument does. And children, the children's faces become happy and adults become children and they start playing, passing the ball. This is fantastic, this is beautiful and this is something that we are forgetting,” FIFA President Infantino said at the World Economic Forum summit in Davos on Thursday.&nbsp;“Dear friends, ladies and gentlemen, in these particular times we forget to be happy, to be joyful. Everyone has their own problems, issues in life and with football, we want to give to communities all over the world. FIFA has 211 countries that are members of FIFA. We want to give them a moment of joy and happiness. When a child kicks a ball, when an adult kicks a ball, they don't think about their issues and their problems in life and we have to always remember that," Infantino added.&nbsp;The FIFA president reckons that the upcoming FIFA World Cup is a huge economic booster, with an estimated $80 billion turnaround. He also underlined that the FIFA World Cup will create thousands of job opportunities for the community.&nbsp;Del Piero spoke about the role football played in his life growing up and how winning the FIFA World Cup with his country in 2006 made him feel complete not only as a footballer but also as a human being.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;"It's not very difficult, but we probably need more time to explain how big lifting the trophy and winning the World Cup means to me, to every football player, I guess. I mean, first of all, you feel complete. You feel complete as a footballer, of course, and also as a human being,” Del Piero said during his address.&nbsp;“I say both because, you know, I started playing because I had a passion for football. My only focus was playing football, even though I have to say that I needed to go to school and be a good student, and blah, blah, blah--but yeah, it's part of the journey. Football was always in my mind: trying to become a football player, but also just enjoying it. And then, as soon as you grow up, you understand, of course, different things," the former Juventus attacker said.&nbsp;Wenger explained that football has grown enormously since the first World Cup, expanding from a small, Europe-South America-focused competition into a truly global sport.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a>&nbsp;“100 years ago, you had 13 teams playing in the first World Cup and it shows football's development. I'm now in football development and I realize how big football has become in the world. When you speak about the number of tickets people want, you cannot imagine,” Wenger said during his address.&nbsp;“I travel all over the world and football has become the most important thing people talk about. And to me, for a long time, it was a confidential competition between Europe and South America. We had to open it to the world and I think the minimum we could do is to open it to more African countries, more Asian countries. Because you want football to be strong everywhere," Wenger stated.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino reckons that the upcoming FIFA World Cup is a huge economic booster, with an estimated $80 billion turnaround. He also underlined that the FIFA World Cup will create thousands of job opportunities for the community.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino praised football’s magic at the World Economic Forum (WEF) summit in Davos, Switzerland, highlighting the game’s power. Speaking on the penultimate day of the WEF, Infantino reckons football has transformed people’s lives around the globe as it brings the community together. During the summit, 2006 FIFA World Cup winner Alessandro Del Piero and former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger also reflected on football’s role. Infantino praises football's magic globally "This is a magic instrument (while holding a football) that transforms people into happy people. This is what this strange instrument does. And children, the children's faces become happy and adults become children and they start playing, passing the ball. This is fantastic, this is beautiful and this is something that we are forgetting,” FIFA President Infantino said at the World Economic Forum summit in Davos on Thursday. “Dear friends, ladies and gentlemen, in these particular times we forget to be happy, to be joyful. Everyone has their own problems, issues in life and with football, we want to give to communities all over the world. FIFA has 211 countries that are members of FIFA. We want to give them a moment of joy and happiness. When a child kicks a ball, when an adult kicks a ball, they don't think about their issues and their problems in life and we have to always remember that," Infantino added. The FIFA president reckons that the upcoming FIFA World Cup is a huge economic booster, with an estimated $80 billion turnaround. He also underlined that the FIFA World Cup will create thousands of job opportunities for the community. Del Piero spoke about the role football played in his life growing up and how winning the FIFA World Cup with his country in 2006 made him feel complete not only as a footballer but also as a human being. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli "It's not very difficult, but we probably need more time to explain how big lifting the trophy and winning the World Cup means to me, to every football player, I guess. I mean, first of all, you feel complete. You feel complete as a footballer, of course, and also as a human being,” Del Piero said during his address. “I say both because, you know, I started playing because I had a passion for football. My only focus was playing football, even though I have to say that I needed to go to school and be a good student, and blah, blah, blah--but yeah, it's part of the journey. Football was always in my mind: trying to become a football player, but also just enjoying it. And then, as soon as you grow up, you understand, of course, different things," the former Juventus attacker said. Wenger explained that football has grown enormously since the first World Cup, expanding from a small, Europe-South America-focused competition into a truly global sport. ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds “100 years ago, you had 13 teams playing in the first World Cup and it shows football's development. I'm now in football development and I realize how big football has become in the world. When you speak about the number of tickets people want, you cannot imagine,” Wenger said during his address. “I travel all over the world and football has become the most important thing people talk about. And to me, for a long time, it was a confidential competition between Europe and South America. We had to open it to the world and I think the minimum we could do is to open it to more African countries, more Asian countries. Because you want football to be strong everywhere," Wenger stated.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino reckons that the upcoming FIFA World Cup is a huge economic booster, with an estimated $80 billion turnaround. He also underlined that the FIFA World Cup will create thousands of job opportunities for the community.

Davos 2026: FIFA President Gianni Infantino praises football's magic globally, says 'it transforms people's life'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said at Davos that Ukraine, the US, and Russia will hold their first trilateral talks in the United Arab Emirates later this week, and he hopes that they lead to the end of the war. Zelensky said it will be the first trilateral meeting of this sort, and he hopes Russia will be ready for compromises and it will lead to the end of the war. Zelensky further shared that the US team headed for Moscow waited for his meeting with Trump and will go now. He added that his team will meet the US team, and then they will have a two-day “trilateral meeting” in the United Arab Emirates from Friday.&nbsp;Zelensky added that Russia also has to be ready for some compromises. “Everyone has to be ready, not only Ukraine. It’s better than not having any type of dialogue,” he said.“God bless the war will stop—I hope so,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/davos-2026-zelensky-says-europe-needs-to-protect-itself-take-action-to-become-global-force-1769091116500">‘Europe needs to protect itself, take action to become global force,’ says Zelensky at Davos</a><h2>‘Very important meeting with Trump was positive’</h2>&nbsp;On being asked how his meeting with US President Donald Trump went, the Ukrainian president said it was good and “very important” as he thanked the president for finding the time to talk.&nbsp;Zelensky then said that Ukraine will need a “very strong” US on board to achieve peace and said Europe can have the same influence but “needs time”.“I think this is the last mile, which is very difficult,” he adds.&nbsp;He said he has to defend his country during dialogue with any leader which is “not simple, but today it was positive”.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-peace-deal-talks-down-to-one-issue-says-us-envoy-steve-witkoff-1769082947582">Russia-Ukraine peace talks ‘down to one issue’, says US envoy Steve Witkoff</a><h2>‘Documents aimed at ending war nearly ready after Trump meeting’</h2>&nbsp;Zelensky further shared that the documents aimed at ending the war “are nearly ready” and that Ukraine is working with honesty and determination while Russia must be ready to finish this aggression.&nbsp;Zelensky said he hopes the US will continue to stand with Ukraine and called for a strong Europe, adding the continent needs an independent Ukraine that could one day come to the defence of others.&nbsp;“We are ready to be part of a Europe that truly matters,” he says.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uae-hands-over-list-of-over-900-indian-prisoners-set-for-release-1769084675586">UAE hands over list of over 900 Indian prisoners set for release</a><h2>‘Europe and US failed to stop sale of missile components to Russia’</h2>&nbsp;Zelensky expressed his disappointment over the failure of Europe and the US in stopping companies from selling missile components to Russia.“Europe says nothing, America says almost nothing, and Putin makes missiles,” he says.&nbsp;He shared that he was advised not to mention the Tomahawk missiles, as it might spoil the negotiations with the US.&nbsp;“Instead of becoming a truly global power, Europe remains a beautiful but fragmented kaleidoscope of small and middle powers,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/davos-2026-ashwini-vaishnaw-corrects-imf-chief-says-india-among-top-tier-ai-powers-1769020163510">Davos 2026: Ashwini Vaishnaw corrects IMF chief, says India among ‘top tier’ AI powers</a><h2>‘US stopped oil tankers, Russian oil being transported uninterrupted’</h2>&nbsp;Zelensky also pointed to the US success in stopping oil tankers, and contrasted it with “Russian oil being transported right along European shores” uninterrupted.“And this is the fourth year of the biggest war in Europe since the Second World War. And the man who started it is not only free, he is still fighting for his frozen money in Europe.”He said Putin is even “having some success,” as he appears to be successful in deciding “how the frozen Russian assets should be used,” refering to the EU’s inability to move ahead with seizing Russian assets.Zelensky added that there has been little progress on establishing a special tribunal on Russian crimes in Ukraine.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-globalisation-failed-the-west-and-us-says-us-commerce-secretary-howard-lutnick-at-davos-2026-1768990421968">‘Globalisation failed the West and US’: says US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick at Davos 2026</a><h2>Ukraine living through its ‘Groundhog Day’&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;Earlier, while opening his speech Zelensky said, “Everyone remembers the great American film Groundhog Day.”“But no one would want to live like that, repeating the same thing for weeks, months, and of course years, and yet that’s exactly how we live now.”

Zelensky also shared that the documents aimed at ending the war “are nearly ready” and that Ukraine is working with honesty and determination, while Russia must be ready to finish this aggression. Zelensky said he hopes the US will continue to stand with Ukraine.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said at Davos that Ukraine, the US, and Russia will hold their first trilateral talks in the United Arab Emirates later this week, and he hopes that they lead to the end of the war. Zelensky said it will be the first trilateral meeting of this sort, and he hopes Russia will be ready for compromises and it will lead to the end of the war. Zelensky further shared that the US team headed for Moscow waited for his meeting with Trump and will go now. He added that his team will meet the US team, and then they will have a two-day “trilateral meeting” in the United Arab Emirates from Friday. Zelensky added that Russia also has to be ready for some compromises. “Everyone has to be ready, not only Ukraine. It’s better than not having any type of dialogue,” he said. “God bless the war will stop—I hope so,” he added. Also Read: ‘Europe needs to protect itself, take action to become global force,’ says Zelensky at Davos ‘Very important meeting with Trump was positive’ On being asked how his meeting with US President Donald Trump went, the Ukrainian president said it was good and “very important” as he thanked the president for finding the time to talk. Zelensky then said that Ukraine will need a “very strong” US on board to achieve peace and said Europe can have the same influence but “needs time”. “I think this is the last mile, which is very difficult,” he adds. He said he has to defend his country during dialogue with any leader which is “not simple, but today it was positive”. Also Read: Russia-Ukraine peace talks ‘down to one issue’, says US envoy Steve Witkoff ‘Documents aimed at ending war nearly ready after Trump meeting’ Zelensky further shared that the documents aimed at ending the war “are nearly ready” and that Ukraine is working with honesty and determination while Russia must be ready to finish this aggression. Zelensky said he hopes the US will continue to stand with Ukraine and called for a strong Europe, adding the continent needs an independent Ukraine that could one day come to the defence of others. “We are ready to be part of a Europe that truly matters,” he says. Also Read: UAE hands over list of over 900 Indian prisoners set for release ‘Europe and US failed to stop sale of missile components to Russia’ Zelensky expressed his disappointment over the failure of Europe and the US in stopping companies from selling missile components to Russia. “Europe says nothing, America says almost nothing, and Putin makes missiles,” he says. He shared that he was advised not to mention the Tomahawk missiles, as it might spoil the negotiations with the US. “Instead of becoming a truly global power, Europe remains a beautiful but fragmented kaleidoscope of small and middle powers,” he added. Also Read: Davos 2026: Ashwini Vaishnaw corrects IMF chief, says India among ‘top tier’ AI powers ‘US stopped oil tankers, Russian oil being transported uninterrupted’ Zelensky also pointed to the US success in stopping oil tankers, and contrasted it with “Russian oil being transported right along European shores” uninterrupted. “And this is the fourth year of the biggest war in Europe since the Second World War. And the man who started it is not only free, he is still fighting for his frozen money in Europe.” He said Putin is even “having some success,” as he appears to be successful in deciding “how the frozen Russian assets should be used,” refering to the EU’s inability to move ahead with seizing Russian assets. Zelensky added that there has been little progress on establishing a special tribunal on Russian crimes in Ukraine. Also Read: ‘Globalisation failed the West and US’: says US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick at Davos 2026 Ukraine living through its ‘Groundhog Day’ Earlier, while opening his speech Zelensky said, “Everyone remembers the great American film Groundhog Day.” “But no one would want to live like that, repeating the same thing for weeks, months, and of course years, and yet that’s exactly how we live now.”

Zelensky also shared that the documents aimed at ending the war “are nearly ready” and that Ukraine is working with honesty and determination, while Russia must be ready to finish this aggression. Zelensky said he hopes the US will continue to stand with Ukraine.

‘Ukraine, US, Russia to hold trilateral talks in UAE; hope war ends,’ says Zelensky at Davos 2026

On Thursday (Jan 22), Donald Trump officially signed the founding charter of the Board of Peace (BoP). The ceremony took place on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum. The US president was joined by&nbsp;19 founding member nations on stage to sign, though he had initially claimed that 59 countries expressed support. He called BoP “the most consequential body ever created”, followed by an acknowledgement of the people who shared the podium with him.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-says-meeting-with-zelensky-good-ukraine-war-most-difficult-to-end-1769093477893/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-says-meeting-with-zelensky-good-ukraine-war-most-difficult-to-end-1769093477893/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Trump said, “It is an incredible group of young people; every country wants to be a part of it.” And in his signature style, he continued, “they are friends of mine, couple I like, couple I don’t…” Promptly adding, “In this group, I like every single one of them; usually, there are two or three that I don’t like. They are great leaders and great people.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-so-many-friends-few-enemies-trump-s-defiant-return-to-davos-charms-ceos-but-warns-rivals-1769017069172">'So many friends, few enemies': Trump’s defiant return to Davos charms CEOs but warns rivals</a>&nbsp;The main objective of the collective is to bring about peace first in Gaza and then expand this mission to the rest of the world. As the chairperson of the organisation, Trump reiterated how he ended eight wars. As he spoke about his contribution to peace, he mentioned, “I ended eight wars” and he pointed out how he “didn’t speak to the UN.” And with confidence, he said, “Never spoke to them; you would think I should have… but they couldn’t have ended those eight wars.” Furthermore, he said, “They tried, but they (UN) didn’t try hard enough.” As a consolation, he noted, “UN has tremendous potential but has not used it.” The US president repeated himself, hinted at how the Biden administration could not stop the war in Ukraine. He said, “The war in Ukraine would have never happened if I were president.”&nbsp;<h2>List of signatories:</h2><ol><li>Saudi Arabia&nbsp;</li><li>UAE&nbsp;</li><li>Qatar</li><li>Bahrain</li><li>Jordan</li><li>Morocco</li><li>Pakistan</li><li>Indonesia</li><li>Turkey</li><li>Kazakhstan</li><li>Uzbekistan</li><li>Armenia</li><li>Azerbaijan</li><li>Mongolia</li><li>Hungary&nbsp;</li><li>Bulgaria</li><li>Kosovo</li><li>Argentina</li><li>Paraguay</li></ol>

US President Donald Trump was joined by 19 founding member nations on stage to sign the Board of Peace on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum at Davos.

On Thursday (Jan 22), Donald Trump officially signed the founding charter of the Board of Peace (BoP). The ceremony took place on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum. The US president was joined by 19 founding member nations on stage to sign, though he had initially claimed that 59 countries expressed support. He called BoP “the most consequential body ever created”, followed by an acknowledgement of the people who shared the podium with him. https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-says-meeting-with-zelensky-good-ukraine-war-most-difficult-to-end-1769093477893/embed Trump said, “It is an incredible group of young people; every country wants to be a part of it.” And in his signature style, he continued, “they are friends of mine, couple I like, couple I don’t…” Promptly adding, “In this group, I like every single one of them; usually, there are two or three that I don’t like. They are great leaders and great people.” Also read: 'So many friends, few enemies': Trump’s defiant return to Davos charms CEOs but warns rivals The main objective of the collective is to bring about peace first in Gaza and then expand this mission to the rest of the world. As the chairperson of the organisation, Trump reiterated how he ended eight wars. As he spoke about his contribution to peace, he mentioned, “I ended eight wars” and he pointed out how he “didn’t speak to the UN.” And with confidence, he said, “Never spoke to them; you would think I should have… but they couldn’t have ended those eight wars.” Furthermore, he said, “They tried, but they (UN) didn’t try hard enough.” As a consolation, he noted, “UN has tremendous potential but has not used it.” The US president repeated himself, hinted at how the Biden administration could not stop the war in Ukraine. He said, “The war in Ukraine would have never happened if I were president.” List of signatories: Saudi Arabia UAE Qatar Bahrain Jordan Morocco Pakistan Indonesia Turkey Kazakhstan Uzbekistan Armenia Azerbaijan Mongolia Hungary Bulgaria Kosovo Argentina Paraguay

US President Donald Trump was joined by&nbsp;19 founding member nations on stage to sign the Board of Peace on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum at Davos.

Trump at Davos 2026: 'UN couldn’t have ended those 8 wars' as he signs Board of Peace charter

United States President Donald Trump on Thursday (Jan 22) formally announced the first charter of his 'Board of Peace' &nbsp;to oversee Gaza reconstruction at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. While signing the documents Trump said the body will work "in conjunction" with the United Nations, as UN has not used "it's potential".<h2>What is Trump's 'Board of Peace'?</h2>The announcement of the formation of the board was made on January 15, as part of phase two of Trumps 20-point peace plan endorsed by UN Security Council Resolution 2803.&nbsp;The Board aims to oversee demilitarisation, humanitarian relief, infrastructure rebuilding, and the establishment of a technocratic Palestinian administration under the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), led by Ali Shaath.&nbsp;Trump sees this "as a potential substitute for the UN . . . a kind of parallel unofficial body to deal with other conflicts beyond Gaza."&nbsp;The founding executive committee features high-profile figures like US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, special envoy Steve Witkoff, World Bank President Ajay Banga, billionaire Marc Rowan, and adviser Robert Gabriel.<h2>Which countries have signed Trump's Board of Peace documents</h2>Trump has invited dozens of countries to join the board that aims to resolve global conflicts.US adversaries Russia and China, as well as longtime repressive state Belarus have been invited by Trump to join the board. Israel, Azerbaijan have accepted trumps offer and have agreed to join Trump’s Board of Peace.&nbsp;List of leaders who have signed Board of Peace documents and charter&nbsp;Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, minister of the prime minister’s court, Bahrain Nasser Bourita, minister of foreign affairs, Morocco Javier Milei, president, Argentina Nikol Pashinyan, prime minister, Armenia Ilham Aliyev, President, Azerbaijan Rosen Zhelyazkov, prime minister, Bulgaria Viktor Orban, prime minister, Hungary&nbsp; Prabowo Subianto, president, Indonesia Ayman Al Safadi, minister of foreign affairs, Jordan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, president, Kazakhstan Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu, president, Kosovo Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, prime minister, Pakistan Santiago Peña, president, Paraguay Mohammed Bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, president, Qatar Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, minister of foreign affairs, Saudi Arabia Hakan Fidan, minister of foreign affairs, Turkey Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, special envoy to the U.S. for the UAE Shavkat Mirziyoyev, president, Uzbekistan Gombojavyn Zandanshatar, prime minister, Mongolia &nbsp;&nbsp;

While signing the documents Trump said the body will work in conjunction with the United Nations, as UN has not used its potential.

United States President Donald Trump on Thursday (Jan 22) formally announced the first charter of his 'Board of Peace' to oversee Gaza reconstruction at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. While signing the documents Trump said the body will work "in conjunction" with the United Nations, as UN has not used "it's potential". What is Trump's 'Board of Peace'? The announcement of the formation of the board was made on January 15, as part of phase two of Trumps 20-point peace plan endorsed by UN Security Council Resolution 2803. The Board aims to oversee demilitarisation, humanitarian relief, infrastructure rebuilding, and the establishment of a technocratic Palestinian administration under the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), led by Ali Shaath. Trump sees this "as a potential substitute for the UN . . . a kind of parallel unofficial body to deal with other conflicts beyond Gaza." The founding executive committee features high-profile figures like US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, special envoy Steve Witkoff, World Bank President Ajay Banga, billionaire Marc Rowan, and adviser Robert Gabriel. Which countries have signed Trump's Board of Peace documents Trump has invited dozens of countries to join the board that aims to resolve global conflicts. US adversaries Russia and China, as well as longtime repressive state Belarus have been invited by Trump to join the board. Israel, Azerbaijan have accepted trumps offer and have agreed to join Trump’s Board of Peace. List of leaders who have signed Board of Peace documents and charter Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, minister of the prime minister’s court, Bahrain Nasser Bourita, minister of foreign affairs, Morocco Javier Milei, president, Argentina Nikol Pashinyan, prime minister, Armenia Ilham Aliyev, President, Azerbaijan Rosen Zhelyazkov, prime minister, Bulgaria Viktor Orban, prime minister, Hungary Prabowo Subianto, president, Indonesia Ayman Al Safadi, minister of foreign affairs, Jordan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, president, Kazakhstan Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu, president, Kosovo Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, prime minister, Pakistan Santiago Peña, president, Paraguay Mohammed Bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, president, Qatar Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, minister of foreign affairs, Saudi Arabia Hakan Fidan, minister of foreign affairs, Turkey Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, special envoy to the U.S. for the UAE Shavkat Mirziyoyev, president, Uzbekistan Gombojavyn Zandanshatar, prime minister, Mongolia

While signing the documents Trump said the body will work "in conjunction" with the United Nations, as UN has not used "it's potential".

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday spoke his mind about the inherent weaknesses in Europe and called for establishing united armed forces instead of always looking up to the United States. In his address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Zelensky said Europe ‘needs to protect itself’ and some countries have already started acting by investing more in security. “Europe needs to protect itself,” he said, before adding that many countries did not meet their 2.5% defence pledges until Trump pressed them.&nbsp;“Europe can help build a better world. Europe must build a better world, and a world without war, of course. But for that, Europe needs strength. Leaders must have strength and act in time, and not wait for others to resolve their problems,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-peace-deal-talks-down-to-one-issue-says-us-envoy-steve-witkoff-1769082947582">Russia-Ukraine peace talks ‘down to one issue’, says US envoy Steve Witkoff</a>&nbsp;“If Europe is not seen as a global force, if its actions don’t scare bad actors, then Europe will always be reacting, catching up with new dangers and attacks.”&nbsp;<h2>‘Sending 40 soldiers to Greenland doesn’t send a strong signal’</h2>&nbsp;Zelensky also criticised EU’s soft response on Greenland and called for a serious approach to Arctic security.&nbsp;He said sending 40 soldiers to Greenland doesn’t send a strong signal to Putin’s Russia or Xi’s China.“You either declare that European bases will protect the region from Russia and China and establish those bases, or you risk not being taken seriously, because 40 soldiers will not protect anything.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uae-hands-over-list-of-over-900-indian-prisoners-set-for-release-1769084675586">UAE hands over list of over 900 Indian prisoners set for release</a>&nbsp;He then pointedly criticised Europe for not doing enough in Belarus, allowing Moscow to expand its sphere of influence and station Russian missiles there. “When you refuse to help people fighting for freedom, the consequences return, and they are always negative?”&nbsp;“Europe loves to discuss the future, but avoids taking action today, action that will define what kind of future we will have,” he added.&nbsp;<h2>‘Ukraine has the means to protect Greenland’</h2>&nbsp;Zelensky further said that Ukraine has the means to protect Greenland.“We know how to fight there. We would solve the problem if we were in Nato, but we are not.”&nbsp;He added that Ukraine can help with its expertise as it knows how to “sink [ships] near Greenland, just as [we] do near Crimea.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/davos-2026-ashwini-vaishnaw-corrects-imf-chief-says-india-among-top-tier-ai-powers-1769020163510">Davos 2026: Ashwini Vaishnaw corrects IMF chief, says India among ‘top tier’ AI powers</a>&nbsp;“Everyone turned attention to Greenland, and it’s clear most leaders simply are not sure what to do about it. And it seems like everyone is just waiting for America to cool down on this topic, hoping it will pass away. But what if it will not? What then?”<h2>‘Nato exists thanks to belief that US will act’</h2>&nbsp;Zelensky said Europe needs “united armed forces that can truly defend it today.”“Europe relies only on the belief that if danger comes, Nato will act. But no one has really seen the alliance in action,” he added.&nbsp;“If Putin decides to take Lithuania or strike Poland, who will respond? Right now, Nato exists thanks to believe that the United States will act, that it will not stand aside and will help. But what if it doesn’t?”&nbsp;Some European leaders hope the problem will disappear, but thanks to the US, they are actually ramping up defence and security arrangements.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-globalisation-failed-the-west-and-us-says-us-commerce-secretary-howard-lutnick-at-davos-2026-1768990421968">‘Globalisation failed the West and US’: says US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick at Davos 2026</a>&nbsp;<h2>‘The world did not help the Iranian people enough’&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;The Ukrainian leader also mentioned the recent unrest in Iran and said there was “so much talk about the protests in Iran, but they drowned in blood” as “the world has not helped enough the Iranian people” as everyone was distracted by Christmas and New Year celebrations.&nbsp;“And what will Iran become after this bloodshed? If the regime survives, it sends a clear signal to every bully, kill enough people and you stay in power.”&nbsp;

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticised the EU’s soft response on Greenland and called for a serious approach to Arctic security. He said sending 40 soldiers to Greenland doesn’t send a strong signal to Putin’s Russia or Xi’s China.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday spoke his mind about the inherent weaknesses in Europe and called for establishing united armed forces instead of always looking up to the United States. In his address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Zelensky said Europe ‘needs to protect itself’ and some countries have already started acting by investing more in security. “Europe needs to protect itself,” he said, before adding that many countries did not meet their 2.5% defence pledges until Trump pressed them. “Europe can help build a better world. Europe must build a better world, and a world without war, of course. But for that, Europe needs strength. Leaders must have strength and act in time, and not wait for others to resolve their problems,” he added. Also Read: Russia-Ukraine peace talks ‘down to one issue’, says US envoy Steve Witkoff “If Europe is not seen as a global force, if its actions don’t scare bad actors, then Europe will always be reacting, catching up with new dangers and attacks.” ‘Sending 40 soldiers to Greenland doesn’t send a strong signal’ Zelensky also criticised EU’s soft response on Greenland and called for a serious approach to Arctic security. He said sending 40 soldiers to Greenland doesn’t send a strong signal to Putin’s Russia or Xi’s China. “You either declare that European bases will protect the region from Russia and China and establish those bases, or you risk not being taken seriously, because 40 soldiers will not protect anything.” Also Read: UAE hands over list of over 900 Indian prisoners set for release He then pointedly criticised Europe for not doing enough in Belarus, allowing Moscow to expand its sphere of influence and station Russian missiles there. “When you refuse to help people fighting for freedom, the consequences return, and they are always negative?” “Europe loves to discuss the future, but avoids taking action today, action that will define what kind of future we will have,” he added. ‘Ukraine has the means to protect Greenland’ Zelensky further said that Ukraine has the means to protect Greenland. “We know how to fight there. We would solve the problem if we were in Nato, but we are not.” He added that Ukraine can help with its expertise as it knows how to “sink [ships] near Greenland, just as [we] do near Crimea.” Also Read: Davos 2026: Ashwini Vaishnaw corrects IMF chief, says India among ‘top tier’ AI powers “Everyone turned attention to Greenland, and it’s clear most leaders simply are not sure what to do about it. And it seems like everyone is just waiting for America to cool down on this topic, hoping it will pass away. But what if it will not? What then?” ‘Nato exists thanks to belief that US will act’ Zelensky said Europe needs “united armed forces that can truly defend it today.” “Europe relies only on the belief that if danger comes, Nato will act. But no one has really seen the alliance in action,” he added. “If Putin decides to take Lithuania or strike Poland, who will respond? Right now, Nato exists thanks to believe that the United States will act, that it will not stand aside and will help. But what if it doesn’t?” Some European leaders hope the problem will disappear, but thanks to the US, they are actually ramping up defence and security arrangements. Also Read: ‘Globalisation failed the West and US’: says US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick at Davos 2026 ‘The world did not help the Iranian people enough’ The Ukrainian leader also mentioned the recent unrest in Iran and said there was “so much talk about the protests in Iran, but they drowned in blood” as “the world has not helped enough the Iranian people” as everyone was distracted by Christmas and New Year celebrations. “And what will Iran become after this bloodshed? If the regime survives, it sends a clear signal to every bully, kill enough people and you stay in power.”

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticised the EU’s soft response on Greenland and called for a serious approach to Arctic security. He said sending 40 soldiers to Greenland doesn’t send a strong signal to Putin’s Russia or Xi’s China.

‘Europe needs to protect itself, take action to become global force,’ says Zelensky at Davos

After the deadly high-speed train collision in the southern Andalusia region of Spain on Sunday that killed 43 people, another train accident was reported from the southeastern part of the country on Thursday (Jan 22). According to the authorities, the commuter train crashed into a crane causing minor injuries to an undetermined number of people.&nbsp;The incident that took place in Cartagena, located in the Murcia region led to disruption of train traffic on the route.&nbsp;"The train hasn't been overturned or derailed," a spokesperson for Murcia's emergency services said.&nbsp;“Traffic is interrupted due to the invasion of the infrastructure’s clearance by a crane unrelated to railway operations,” Spain’s railway infrastructure operator Adif said on X.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨🇪🇸Un tren chocó contra una grúa en España: Cuatro personas han resultado heridas leves en Cartagena al chocar el tren en el que viajaban con una grúa en la localidad de Alumbres, tal y como han informado fuentes del Centro de Coordinación de Emergencias.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Espa%C3%B1a?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#España</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/URGENTE?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#URGENTE</a> <a href="https://t.co/D2tBMRlzuT">pic.twitter.com/D2tBMRlzuT</a>&mdash; eldiariomundialdenoticias (@edmnoticias) <a href="https://twitter.com/edmnoticias/status/2014312718195421575?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 22, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Third incident of train accident in Spain</h2>This is the third incident of a train accident in Spain in less than a week. On Sunday a commuter train derailed and crashed near Barcelona killing 43 people, making it one of Spain’s deadliest rail disasters in recent years. And just two days after this incident a train accident in Gelida on Tuesday (Jan 20), northeast Spain, killed a train driver and injured 37 passengers.&nbsp;In the wake of the recurring accidents, train drivers have announced strike on 9, 10 and 11 February, seeking stronger safety measures and improved infrastructure maintenance.

According to the authorities, the commuter train crashed into a crane causing minor injuries to an undetermined number of people.

After the deadly high-speed train collision in the southern Andalusia region of Spain on Sunday that killed 43 people, another train accident was reported from the southeastern part of the country on Thursday (Jan 22). According to the authorities, the commuter train crashed into a crane causing minor injuries to an undetermined number of people. The incident that took place in Cartagena, located in the Murcia region led to disruption of train traffic on the route. "The train hasn't been overturned or derailed," a spokesperson for Murcia's emergency services said. “Traffic is interrupted due to the invasion of the infrastructure’s clearance by a crane unrelated to railway operations,” Spain’s railway infrastructure operator Adif said on X.

According to the authorities, the commuter train crashed into a crane causing minor injuries to an undetermined number of people.

Another train accident in Spain, no casualties reported so far

An airline ground-handling staff member at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA), Bengaluru, has been arrested after a 32-year-old businesswoman from South Korea accused him of sexual harassment in the name of "manual frisking". The woman also said that the accused reportedly touched her inappropriately, hugged her and thanked her.&nbsp;The incident occurred in the international departure area of Terminal 2 of the airport, where the woman, who arrived in India on a tourist visa in November, was returning to her own country. Soon after the complaint, the accused, identified as Mohammed Affann Ahmed, 25, a resident of Kammanahalli, was arrested on Tuesday and remanded to Central Jail at Parappana Agrahara, according to a report in the TOI.&nbsp;Watch: https://www.wionews.com/videos/south-africa-meat-prices-hit-eight-year-high-12-6-higher-than-a-year-before-1769070042077/embedd<h3>‘Manual frisking’</h3>Based on her complaint, Ahmed approached her at nearly 10.45 am after she had cleared the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) frisking and immigration checks. He checked the woman's boarding pass, claiming an issue with her checked-in baggage.The accused allegedly told the woman that rechecking her baggage would take time and asked her to accompany him for what he described as “manual frisking”. He then took her near the men’s washroom, where, under the pretext of a security check, he is accused of touching her chest repeatedly, asking her to turn around and molesting her.&nbsp;When the woman protested, he allegedly hugged her, thanked her and asked her to leave. After she lodged a complaint, airport authorities detained Ahmed, a ground-handling staff member, and informed the KIA police. Airport officials said Ahmed was not authorised to conduct any physical checks on passengers. They said that in case of suspicion, he was required to inform immigration or CISF personnel so that frisking could be carried out by authorised female security staff.&nbsp;AISATS spokesperson said, "An unpardonable incident was reported at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru. The employee involved was immediately terminated and handed over to the authorities for further legal action. We deeply regret the emotional distress caused by the incident and have extended all necessary support to the guest. A comprehensive inquiry is underway to strengthen safeguards and prevent any recurrence. AISATS is fully cooperating with the authorities and remains committed to the highest standards of ethics, safety, and compliance."&nbsp;Meanwhile, police said CCTV footage supported the woman’s allegations. A case of sexual harassment has been filed against Ahmed, who has been remanded to judicial custody.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/terrifying-videos-show-huge-waves-crashing-into-sicily-as-storm-harry-rages-1769067832670">Terrifying videos show huge waves crashing into Sicily as Storm Harry rages</a> &nbsp;

The incident occurred in the international departure area of Terminal 2 of the airport, where the woman, who arrived in India on a tourist visa in November, was returning to her own country. 

An airline ground-handling staff member at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA), Bengaluru, has been arrested after a 32-year-old businesswoman from South Korea accused him of sexual harassment in the name of "manual frisking". The woman also said that the accused reportedly touched her inappropriately, hugged her and thanked her. The incident occurred in the international departure area of Terminal 2 of the airport, where the woman, who arrived in India on a tourist visa in November, was returning to her own country. Soon after the complaint, the accused, identified as Mohammed Affann Ahmed, 25, a resident of Kammanahalli, was arrested on Tuesday and remanded to Central Jail at Parappana Agrahara, according to a report in the TOI. Watch: https://www.wionews.com/videos/south-africa-meat-prices-hit-eight-year-high-12-6-higher-than-a-year-before-1769070042077/embedd ‘Manual frisking’ Based on her complaint, Ahmed approached her at nearly 10.45 am after she had cleared the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) frisking and immigration checks. He checked the woman's boarding pass, claiming an issue with her checked-in baggage. The accused allegedly told the woman that rechecking her baggage would take time and asked her to accompany him for what he described as “manual frisking”. He then took her near the men’s washroom, where, under the pretext of a security check, he is accused of touching her chest repeatedly, asking her to turn around and molesting her. When the woman protested, he allegedly hugged her, thanked her and asked her to leave. After she lodged a complaint, airport authorities detained Ahmed, a ground-handling staff member, and informed the KIA police. Airport officials said Ahmed was not authorised to conduct any physical checks on passengers. They said that in case of suspicion, he was required to inform immigration or CISF personnel so that frisking could be carried out by authorised female security staff. AISATS spokesperson said, "An unpardonable incident was reported at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru. The employee involved was immediately terminated and handed over to the authorities for further legal action. We deeply regret the emotional distress caused by the incident and have extended all necessary support to the guest. A comprehensive inquiry is underway to strengthen safeguards and prevent any recurrence. AISATS is fully cooperating with the authorities and remains committed to the highest standards of ethics, safety, and compliance." Meanwhile, police said CCTV footage supported the woman’s allegations. A case of sexual harassment has been filed against Ahmed, who has been remanded to judicial custody. Also read: Terrifying videos show huge waves crashing into Sicily as Storm Harry rages

The incident occurred in the international departure area of Terminal 2 of the airport, where the woman, who arrived in India on a tourist visa in November, was returning to her own country.&nbsp;

'Touched, hugged & thanked her': Bengaluru airport staff arrested after he gropes South Korean woman while 'frisking'

New Delhi: The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi has received a list of more than 900 Indian nationals slated for release from United Arab Emirates correctional facilities, following a humanitarian directive from the UAE leadership in late November 2025.&nbsp;The directive was announced ahead of the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations, which mark National Day on 2 December and commemorate the 1971 unification of the seven emirates. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan ordered the release of several inmates nationwide as part of the initiative.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/davos-2026-ashwini-vaishnaw-corrects-imf-chief-says-india-among-top-tier-ai-powers-1769020163510">Davos 2026: Ashwini Vaishnaw corrects IMF chief, says India among ‘top tier’ AI powers</a>&nbsp;In a gesture showcasing the humanitarian priorities, the UAE leadership also committed to covering financial penalties, such as fines or compensation, imposed on the released inmates as part of their sentences. This relieves families from potentially crippling debts and supports reintegration.&nbsp;Officials described the decision as a reflection of the UAE’s deep-rooted commitment to humanitarian values. “It offers those released an opportunity for a new beginning, eases the burden on their families, and brings relief to their loved ones,” said an official.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/two-killed-in-mob-violence-in-assam-s-kokrajhar-army-deployed-after-clashes-break-out-1768999531705">Two killed in mob violence in Assam’s Kokrajhar, Army deployed after clashes break out</a>&nbsp;This latest act builds on a pattern of goodwill gestures from the UAE towards Indian nationals. The UAE hosts one of the world’s largest Indian diasporas, with over 3.5 million Indian citizens living and working there. Strong bilateral ties between India and the UAE, bolstered by trade, investment, and cultural links, often feature such humanitarian cooperation.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-globalisation-failed-the-west-and-us-says-us-commerce-secretary-howard-lutnick-at-davos-2026-1768990421968">‘Globalisation failed the West and US’: says US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick at Davos 2026</a>

The directive was announced ahead of the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations, which mark National Day on 2 December and commemorate the 1971 unification of the seven emirates. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan ordered the release of several inmates nationwide.

New Delhi: The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi has received a list of more than 900 Indian nationals slated for release from United Arab Emirates correctional facilities, following a humanitarian directive from the UAE leadership in late November 2025. The directive was announced ahead of the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations, which mark National Day on 2 December and commemorate the 1971 unification of the seven emirates. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan ordered the release of several inmates nationwide as part of the initiative. Also Read: Davos 2026: Ashwini Vaishnaw corrects IMF chief, says India among ‘top tier’ AI powers In a gesture showcasing the humanitarian priorities, the UAE leadership also committed to covering financial penalties, such as fines or compensation, imposed on the released inmates as part of their sentences. This relieves families from potentially crippling debts and supports reintegration. Officials described the decision as a reflection of the UAE’s deep-rooted commitment to humanitarian values. “It offers those released an opportunity for a new beginning, eases the burden on their families, and brings relief to their loved ones,” said an official. Also Read: Two killed in mob violence in Assam’s Kokrajhar, Army deployed after clashes break out This latest act builds on a pattern of goodwill gestures from the UAE towards Indian nationals. The UAE hosts one of the world’s largest Indian diasporas, with over 3.5 million Indian citizens living and working there. Strong bilateral ties between India and the UAE, bolstered by trade, investment, and cultural links, often feature such humanitarian cooperation. Also Read: ‘Globalisation failed the West and US’: says US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick at Davos 2026

The directive was announced ahead of the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations, which mark National Day on 2 December and commemorate the 1971 unification of the seven emirates. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan ordered the release of several inmates nationwide.

UAE hands over list of over 900 Indian prisoners set for release

US President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff said on Thursday that “a lot of progress” has been made in Russia-Ukraine peace talks and that just one sticking point was remaining in the negotiations. The statement came ahead of the arrival of Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky in Switzerland for talks with Trump.“I think we’ve got it down to one issue, and we have discussed iterations of that issue, and that means it’s solvable,” Witkoff told an audience at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in the Swiss city of Davos on Thursday.“If both sides want to solve this, we’re going to get it solved,” he said.&nbsp;The US envoy also shared that he was headed to the Russian capital, Moscow, later in the day with Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner.Witkoff said they would not stay in Moscow overnight but would fly to Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital, where talks would continue in “military to military” working groups.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/davos-2026-ashwini-vaishnaw-corrects-imf-chief-says-india-among-top-tier-ai-powers-1769020163510">Davos 2026: Ashwini Vaishnaw corrects IMF chief, says India among ‘top tier’ AI powers</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow appreciates Witkoff’s diplomatic efforts to end the war but declined to comment on his ⁠ optimism that a peace deal was close.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier this week, the Kremlin said President Vladimir Putin would meet Witkoff during the visit.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-globalisation-failed-the-west-and-us-says-us-commerce-secretary-howard-lutnick-at-davos-2026-1768990421968">‘Globalisation failed the West and US’: says US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick at Davos 2026</a><h2>Trump and Zelensky to meet at Davos on Thursday</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, Trump and Zelensky were due to meet at Davos on Thursday. Zelensky’s spokesman, Sergii Nykyforov, told journalists the president had arrived in Davos and was scheduled to address the WEF after meeting Trump.Earlier this week, Zelensky had said that he would travel to Davos only if there was the probability to sign an agreement with Trump on resolving the war, including security guarantees and post-war reconstruction funding for Ukraine.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-rejects-trump-s-comment-at-davos-on-increasing-drug-prices-dubs-it-fake-news-1769025199997">France rejects Trump’s comment at Davos on increasing drug prices, dubs it ‘fake news’</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;While Witkoff did not share details of the single remaining issue, Zelensky said in December that two main unresolved issues were the long-term fate of territory captured by Russia and the areas it is still demanding, and the control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, which is under Russian occupation.&nbsp;After delivering his speech at the Davos Summit on Wednesday, Trump made his oft-repeated claim that Putin and Zelensky were close to a deal. “I believe they’re at a point now where they can come together and get a deal done. And if they don’t, they’re stupid—that goes for both of them,” he said.&nbsp;The United States has been holding talks separately with Russia, Kyiv, and European leaders, on different drafts of plan for ending the war in Ukraine.

Zelensky had said earlier this week that he would travel to Davos only if there was the possibility to sign an agreement with Trump on resolving the war, including security guarantees and post-war reconstruction funding for Ukraine.

US President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff said on Thursday that “a lot of progress” has been made in Russia-Ukraine peace talks and that just one sticking point was remaining in the negotiations. The statement came ahead of the arrival of Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky in Switzerland for talks with Trump. “I think we’ve got it down to one issue, and we have discussed iterations of that issue, and that means it’s solvable,” Witkoff told an audience at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in the Swiss city of Davos on Thursday. “If both sides want to solve this, we’re going to get it solved,” he said. The US envoy also shared that he was headed to the Russian capital, Moscow, later in the day with Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner. Witkoff said they would not stay in Moscow overnight but would fly to Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital, where talks would continue in “military to military” working groups. Also Read: Davos 2026: Ashwini Vaishnaw corrects IMF chief, says India among ‘top tier’ AI powers Meanwhile, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow appreciates Witkoff’s diplomatic efforts to end the war but declined to comment on his ⁠ optimism that a peace deal was close. Earlier this week, the Kremlin said President Vladimir Putin would meet Witkoff during the visit. Also Read: ‘Globalisation failed the West and US’: says US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick at Davos 2026 Trump and Zelensky to meet at Davos on Thursday Meanwhile, Trump and Zelensky were due to meet at Davos on Thursday. Zelensky’s spokesman, Sergii Nykyforov, told journalists the president had arrived in Davos and was scheduled to address the WEF after meeting Trump. Earlier this week, Zelensky had said that he would travel to Davos only if there was the probability to sign an agreement with Trump on resolving the war, including security guarantees and post-war reconstruction funding for Ukraine. Also Read: France rejects Trump’s comment at Davos on increasing drug prices, dubs it ‘fake news’ While Witkoff did not share details of the single remaining issue, Zelensky said in December that two main unresolved issues were the long-term fate of territory captured by Russia and the areas it is still demanding, and the control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, which is under Russian occupation. After delivering his speech at the Davos Summit on Wednesday, Trump made his oft-repeated claim that Putin and Zelensky were close to a deal. “I believe they’re at a point now where they can come together and get a deal done. And if they don’t, they’re stupid—that goes for both of them,” he said. The United States has been holding talks separately with Russia, Kyiv, and European leaders, on different drafts of plan for ending the war in Ukraine.

Zelensky had said earlier this week that he would travel to Davos only if there was the possibility to sign an agreement with Trump on resolving the war, including security guarantees and post-war reconstruction funding for Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine peace talks ‘down to one issue’, says US envoy Steve Witkoff at Davos 2026

At least four million premature deaths from cancer and other diseases have been caused, affecting every single human on the planet, due to the nuclear weapons testing conducted worldwide between 1945 and 2017. A total of nine countries are known to possess nuclear weapons, including Russia, the United States, China, France, the United Kingdom, Pakistan, India, Israel and North Korea.&nbsp;A new report by the humanitarian group Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) indicates that the consequences of earlier tests continue to be felt across the globe. Reacting to the final nuclear test conducted by France in French Polynesia in 1996, a 37-year-old lawmaker, Hinamoeura Cross, from Tahiti, who was seven, said, “They poisoned us”, according to a report in AFP.&nbsp;Seventeen years later, she was diagnosed with leukaemia, in a family where her grandmother, mother and aunt had already battled thyroid cancer. Nuclear detonations are known to have caused long-lasting and far-reaching damage to human health, communities and ecosystems.&nbsp;The NPA report, running to more than 300 pages, says a persistent culture of secrecy, limited international involvement, and a lack of reliable data have left many affected communities still searching for answers. "Past nuclear testing continues to kill today," said NPA chief Raymond Johansen, and voiced hope that the report will "strengthen the resolve to prevent nuclear weapons from ever being tested or used again".&nbsp;Watch: https://www.wionews.com/videos/delhi-pollution-delhi-parking-costs-to-jump-during-pollution-alerts-1769070042144/embed<h3>The issue gains fresh relevance after Trump announces nuclear testing</h3>Following US President Donald Trump's announcement last November that Washington could resume nuclear testing, the issue has gained fresh relevance. In response, Ivana Hughes, a Columbia University chemistry lecturer and head of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation, who contributed to the NPA report, said, "This is very, very, very dangerous." "The nuclear testing period shows us that the consequences are extremely long-lasting and very serious," she told AFP.&nbsp;The heaviest burden of past tests has fallen on communities living near test sites, today located in 15 different countries, including many former colonies of nuclear-armed states. Survivors continue to suffer higher rates of disease, birth defects and psychological trauma, with the consequences extending far beyond the test sites. "Every person alive today carries radioactive isotopes from atmospheric testing in their bones," report co-author and University of South Carolina anthropology professor Magdalena Stawkowski told AFP.&nbsp;The report said hundreds of thousands of people worldwide are already known to have died from illnesses linked to past nuclear detonations. It cited strong scientific evidence tying radiation exposure, even at low levels, to DNA damage, cancer, cardiovascular disease and inherited genetic effects.&nbsp;"The risks that radiation poses are really much greater than previously thought," report co-author Tilman Ruff told AFP. Atmospheric tests conducted up to 1980 alone are projected to result in at least two million additional cancer deaths over time, Stawkowski said.&nbsp;Tilman Ruff, a public health researcher at the University of Melbourne and co-founder of the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons, the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, stated that a similar number of premature deaths from heart attacks and strokes is also expected.&nbsp;Ionising radiation, particles capable of breaking DNA bonds in cells and triggering cancer, is “highly biologically damaging”, Ruff said, adding that “there is no safe threshold”. The risks vary across populations, with foetuses and young children most vulnerable, and girls and women about 52 per cent more susceptible to radiation-induced cancers than boys and men.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-unveils-gaza-board-of-peace-at-davos-1769077933537">Trump unveils Gaza ‘Board of Peace’ at Davos, says Hamas ‘must give up weapons’</a> &nbsp;

The NPA report, running to more than 300 pages, says a persistent culture of secrecy, limited international involvement, and a lack of reliable data have left many affected communities still searching for answers. 

At least four million premature deaths from cancer and other diseases have been caused, affecting every single human on the planet, due to the nuclear weapons testing conducted worldwide between 1945 and 2017. A total of nine countries are known to possess nuclear weapons, including Russia, the United States, China, France, the United Kingdom, Pakistan, India, Israel and North Korea. A new report by the humanitarian group Norwegian People’s Aid (NPA) indicates that the consequences of earlier tests continue to be felt across the globe. Reacting to the final nuclear test conducted by France in French Polynesia in 1996, a 37-year-old lawmaker, Hinamoeura Cross, from Tahiti, who was seven, said, “They poisoned us”, according to a report in AFP. Seventeen years later, she was diagnosed with leukaemia, in a family where her grandmother, mother and aunt had already battled thyroid cancer. Nuclear detonations are known to have caused long-lasting and far-reaching damage to human health, communities and ecosystems. The NPA report, running to more than 300 pages, says a persistent culture of secrecy, limited international involvement, and a lack of reliable data have left many affected communities still searching for answers. "Past nuclear testing continues to kill today," said NPA chief Raymond Johansen, and voiced hope that the report will "strengthen the resolve to prevent nuclear weapons from ever being tested or used again". Watch: https://www.wionews.com/videos/delhi-pollution-delhi-parking-costs-to-jump-during-pollution-alerts-1769070042144/embed The issue gains fresh relevance after Trump announces nuclear testing Following US President Donald Trump's announcement last November that Washington could resume nuclear testing, the issue has gained fresh relevance. In response, Ivana Hughes, a Columbia University chemistry lecturer and head of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation, who contributed to the NPA report, said, "This is very, very, very dangerous." "The nuclear testing period shows us that the consequences are extremely long-lasting and very serious," she told AFP. The heaviest burden of past tests has fallen on communities living near test sites, today located in 15 different countries, including many former colonies of nuclear-armed states. Survivors continue to suffer higher rates of disease, birth defects and psychological trauma, with the consequences extending far beyond the test sites. "Every person alive today carries radioactive isotopes from atmospheric testing in their bones," report co-author and University of South Carolina anthropology professor Magdalena Stawkowski told AFP. The report said hundreds of thousands of people worldwide are already known to have died from illnesses linked to past nuclear detonations. It cited strong scientific evidence tying radiation exposure, even at low levels, to DNA damage, cancer, cardiovascular disease and inherited genetic effects. "The risks that radiation poses are really much greater than previously thought," report co-author Tilman Ruff told AFP. Atmospheric tests conducted up to 1980 alone are projected to result in at least two million additional cancer deaths over time, Stawkowski said. Tilman Ruff, a public health researcher at the University of Melbourne and co-founder of the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons, the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, stated that a similar number of premature deaths from heart attacks and strokes is also expected. Ionising radiation, particles capable of breaking DNA bonds in cells and triggering cancer, is “highly biologically damaging”, Ruff said, adding that “there is no safe threshold”. The risks vary across populations, with foetuses and young children most vulnerable, and girls and women about 52 per cent more susceptible to radiation-induced cancers than boys and men. Also read: Trump unveils Gaza ‘Board of Peace’ at Davos, says Hamas ‘must give up weapons’

The NPA report, running to more than 300 pages, says a persistent culture of secrecy, limited international involvement, and a lack of reliable data have left many affected communities still searching for answers.&nbsp;

How many premature deaths were caused by nuclear weapons testing from 1945 to 2017? Report reveals shocking facts

Donald Trump’s fiery Davos 2026 speech focused on Greenland and global power, but multiple claims fell apart under fact-checking. From NATO funding and China’s wind farms to UK oil taxes and US investment figures, several assertions were inaccurate or misleading.

From 'we gave Greenland away’ to 'no windmills in China': FACT-CHECKING Trump’s angry Davos 2026 speech

United States President Donald Trump formally announced the first charter of his 'Board of Peace' &nbsp;to oversee Gaza reconstruction on Thursday (Jan 22), which is likely to expand its remit to other conflict zones around the world including Ukraine. And to make it a more recognisable body, Trump has invited several countries including India to join as members.&nbsp;The body will work "in conjunction" with the United Nations, as UN has not used "it's potential". said Trump after formally signing the documents establishing 'Board of Peace'.&nbsp;While speaking at the launch Trump strictly said that Hamas must lay down their arms under the Gaza ceasefire deal. "They have to give up their weapons, and if they don't do that, it's going to be the end of them," Trump said.<h2>What is Trump's &nbsp;'Board of Peace'?</h2>The announcement of the formation of the board was made on January 15, as part of phase two of Trumps 20-point peace plan endorsed by UN Security Council Resolution 2803.&nbsp;The Board aims to oversee demilitarisation, humanitarian relief, infrastructure rebuilding, and the establishment of a technocratic Palestinian administration under the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), led by Ali Shaath.&nbsp;Trump sees this "as a potential substitute for the UN . . . a kind of parallel unofficial body to deal with other conflicts beyond Gaza."&nbsp;The US, “depending on its performance in Gaza” will consider expanding the board’s remit to include other global conflicts, like Russia-Ukraine and Azerbaijan-Armenia, according to FTThe board's remit is also likely to be expanded to Venezuela, which is already in turmoil after the capture of Nicolas Maduro and his wife by the US.&nbsp;Trump described the initiative as "the Greatest and Most Prestigious Board ever assembled", with a founding executive committee featuring high-profile figures like US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, special envoy Steve Witkoff, World Bank President Ajay Banga, billionaire Marc Rowan, and adviser Robert Gabriel. &nbsp;

United States President Donald Trump formally announced the first charter of his Board of Peace

United States President Donald Trump formally announced the first charter of his 'Board of Peace' to oversee Gaza reconstruction on Thursday (Jan 22), which is likely to expand its remit to other conflict zones around the world including Ukraine. And to make it a more recognisable body, Trump has invited several countries including India to join as members. The body will work "in conjunction" with the United Nations, as UN has not used "it's potential". said Trump after formally signing the documents establishing 'Board of Peace'. While speaking at the launch Trump strictly said that Hamas must lay down their arms under the Gaza ceasefire deal. "They have to give up their weapons, and if they don't do that, it's going to be the end of them," Trump said. What is Trump's 'Board of Peace'? The announcement of the formation of the board was made on January 15, as part of phase two of Trumps 20-point peace plan endorsed by UN Security Council Resolution 2803. The Board aims to oversee demilitarisation, humanitarian relief, infrastructure rebuilding, and the establishment of a technocratic Palestinian administration under the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), led by Ali Shaath. Trump sees this "as a potential substitute for the UN . . . a kind of parallel unofficial body to deal with other conflicts beyond Gaza." The US, “depending on its performance in Gaza” will consider expanding the board’s remit to include other global conflicts, like Russia-Ukraine and Azerbaijan-Armenia, according to FT The board's remit is also likely to be expanded to Venezuela, which is already in turmoil after the capture of Nicolas Maduro and his wife by the US. Trump described the initiative as "the Greatest and Most Prestigious Board ever assembled", with a founding executive committee featuring high-profile figures like US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, special envoy Steve Witkoff, World Bank President Ajay Banga, billionaire Marc Rowan, and adviser Robert Gabriel.

While speaking at the launch Trump strictly said that Hamas must lay down their arms under the Gaza ceasefire deal.

Trump unveils Gaza ‘Board of Peace’ at Davos, says Hamas 'must give up weapons'

Almost a month after the Bondi beach shooting in Australia, three people have been shot dead on Thursday (Jan 22) in an attack in the state of New South Wales, police said. Local media reported that the gunman remained at large and the shooting was a suspected incident of domestic violence. One person has been injured in the incident and a fourth person has been taken to hospital in a serious but stable condition. Reports also indicated that gunman had fled the scene in a vehicle owned by the local council.&nbsp;Reuters reported that the police said an operation was underway in the town of Lake Cargelligo, about 611 kilometres (379 miles) west of Sydney, and urged residents to stay indoors. Emergency services were called to the scene. Assistant Commissioner Andrew Holland, Western Region Commander, said in a press conference that the incident occurred at about 4:20 PM, with police called to shots fired in a vehicle. The incident comes despite New South Wales having enacted laws that limit individuals to owning no more than four firearms and require licence holders to maintain gun club membership, Reuters reported.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bondi-beach-shooting-global-leaders-condemn-deeply-distressing-incident-in-australia-1765708151657">Bondi beach shooting: Global leaders condemn 'deeply distressing' incident in Australia</a><h2>Bondi Beach Shooting</h2>A father and son duo killed 15 people in a mass shooting on a Jewish festival at Bondi Beach in Australia on December 1. More than 40 people were injured in the incident. Two gunmen - Sajid Akram and Naveed Akram - were responsible for the attack. While Sajid was shot dead by police at the scene, Sajid's son was apprehended by the police. The incident was declared a terrorist act and Naveed was charged with 59 offences, including 15 counts of murder and committing a terrorist act. Notably, Australia was observing National Day of Mourning for the victims of the Bondi Beach terrorist attack on Jan 22.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-declares-bondi-beach-shooting-a-terrorism-incident-1765709205303">Australia declares Bondi Beach shooting 'A TERRORISM INCIDENT'</a>&nbsp;

Three people were shot dead in New South Wales nearly a month after the Bondi Beach attack. Police said the suspected domestic violence shooting occurred in Lake Cargelligo, west of Sydney, with the gunman still at large as authorities launched a major operation despite strict gun laws.

Almost a month after the Bondi beach shooting in Australia, three people have been shot dead on Thursday (Jan 22) in an attack in the state of New South Wales, police said. Local media reported that the gunman remained at large and the shooting was a suspected incident of domestic violence. One person has been injured in the incident and a fourth person has been taken to hospital in a serious but stable condition. Reports also indicated that gunman had fled the scene in a vehicle owned by the local council. Reuters reported that the police said an operation was underway in the town of Lake Cargelligo, about 611 kilometres (379 miles) west of Sydney, and urged residents to stay indoors. Emergency services were called to the scene. Assistant Commissioner Andrew Holland, Western Region Commander, said in a press conference that the incident occurred at about 4:20 PM, with police called to shots fired in a vehicle. The incident comes despite New South Wales having enacted laws that limit individuals to owning no more than four firearms and require licence holders to maintain gun club membership, Reuters reported. Also Read: Bondi beach shooting: Global leaders condemn 'deeply distressing' incident in Australia Bondi Beach Shooting A father and son duo killed 15 people in a mass shooting on a Jewish festival at Bondi Beach in Australia on December 1. More than 40 people were injured in the incident. Two gunmen - Sajid Akram and Naveed Akram - were responsible for the attack. While Sajid was shot dead by police at the scene, Sajid's son was apprehended by the police. The incident was declared a terrorist act and Naveed was charged with 59 offences, including 15 counts of murder and committing a terrorist act. Notably, Australia was observing National Day of Mourning for the victims of the Bondi Beach terrorist attack on Jan 22. Also Read: Australia declares Bondi Beach shooting 'A TERRORISM INCIDENT'

Three people were shot dead in New South Wales nearly a month after the Bondi Beach attack. Police said the suspected domestic violence shooting occurred in Lake Cargelligo, west of Sydney, with the gunman still at large as authorities launched a major operation despite strict gun laws.

Another shooting shocks Australia: 3 killed in New South Wales on national day of mourning for Bondi attack victims

Just hours after the process of restarting the world's biggest nuclear power plant, Japan suspended the process Thursday (Jan 22). The reactor however, remained "stable", said the operator, according to news agency AFP. Operations to relaunch a reactor at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant in Niigata province began late Wednesday after permission was granted by the nuclear regulator amid protests from some sections.&nbsp;"An alarm from the monitoring system... sounded during the reactor startup procedures, and operations are currently suspended," Takashi Kobayashi, a spokesperson for operator Tokyo Electric (TEPCO), told AFP.&nbsp;He further said that the reactor "is stable and there is no radioactive impact outside". He also added that an investigation has been ordered into the incident an is not sure when the reactor will resume operations.<h2>About the reactor</h2>Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant located in the northwest of Tokyo is the world's biggest nuclear power plant by potential capacity, although just one reactor of seven was restarted.&nbsp;Before 2011, nuclear power accounted for nearly 30 per cent of Japan’s electricity, and it planned to get that up to 50 per cent by 2030. As of 2023, nuclear power accounted for just 8.5% of electricity. Now, Japan wants nuclear power to fulfil 20% of its electricity needs by 2040 as it wants &nbsp;to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.<h2>Japan shut down all 54 of its reactors after Fukushima meltdown in 2011</h2>Japan, which always relied heavily on energy imports, adopted nuclear power early but had to shut down all 54 of its reactors in 2011 after a massive earthquake and tsunami triggered a meltdown at Fukushima, causing one of the worst nuclear disasters in history.&nbsp;The seventh reactor at the plant is not likely to be brought back on until 2030, while the other five could be decommissioned, leaving the plant with far short of its capacity of 8.2 gigawatts when all seven reactors were operational.&nbsp;The meltdown in the reactors at Fukushima Daiichi, 220 km northeast of Tokyo, led to radioactive leakage. &nbsp;

Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant located in the northwest of Tokyo is the worlds biggest nuclear power plant by potential capacity, although just one reactor of seven was restarted.

Just hours after the process of restarting the world's biggest nuclear power plant, Japan suspended the process Thursday (Jan 22). The reactor however, remained "stable", said the operator, according to news agency AFP. Operations to relaunch a reactor at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant in Niigata province began late Wednesday after permission was granted by the nuclear regulator amid protests from some sections. "An alarm from the monitoring system... sounded during the reactor startup procedures, and operations are currently suspended," Takashi Kobayashi, a spokesperson for operator Tokyo Electric (TEPCO), told AFP. He further said that the reactor "is stable and there is no radioactive impact outside". He also added that an investigation has been ordered into the incident an is not sure when the reactor will resume operations. About the reactor Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant located in the northwest of Tokyo is the world's biggest nuclear power plant by potential capacity, although just one reactor of seven was restarted. Before 2011, nuclear power accounted for nearly 30 per cent of Japan’s electricity, and it planned to get that up to 50 per cent by 2030. As of 2023, nuclear power accounted for just 8.5% of electricity. Now, Japan wants nuclear power to fulfil 20% of its electricity needs by 2040 as it wants to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Japan shut down all 54 of its reactors after Fukushima meltdown in 2011 Japan, which always relied heavily on energy imports, adopted nuclear power early but had to shut down all 54 of its reactors in 2011 after a massive earthquake and tsunami triggered a meltdown at Fukushima, causing one of the worst nuclear disasters in history. The seventh reactor at the plant is not likely to be brought back on until 2030, while the other five could be decommissioned, leaving the plant with far short of its capacity of 8.2 gigawatts when all seven reactors were operational. The meltdown in the reactors at Fukushima Daiichi, 220 km northeast of Tokyo, led to radioactive leakage.

Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant located in the northwest of Tokyo is the world's biggest nuclear power plant by potential capacity, although just one reactor of seven was restarted.

'Stable, no radioactive impact': Japan halts restart of world’s biggest nuclear plant

European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, on Wednesday said India is becoming "indispensable" for the economic resilience of Europe and signalled that the bloc is ready to deliver on a powerful new agenda with New Delhi that includes trade, security, technology and people-to-people ties.&nbsp;Her statement came the day before the top leadership of the European Union arrived in India for the 16th EU-India Summit on January 27 and as chief guests for the Republic Day celebrations. Kallas set the showing of the significant reset in ties between the two strategic partners, according to a report in NDTV.&nbsp;Marking the upcoming meeting with India as an important moment in renewed geopolitics, Kaja Kallas stated that the ties between the two are moving closer together at a time when parts of the world are in strain due to wars, coercion and economic fragmentation.&nbsp;"Two major democracies cannot afford to hesitate," she said and argued that New Delhi and the EU share a responsibility to uphold international law, the UN Charter and an effective multilateral system that is suitable for the 21st century.<h3>Three key initiatives</h3>According to Kallas, leaders are set to go beyond declarations of intent and approve “concrete deliverables” aimed at turning commitments into action. She mentioned that three key initiatives are expected to take centre stage.&nbsp;First, both sides are seeking to wrap up talks on the long-delayed EU-India Free Trade Agreement. Kallas said the pact would open up markets, cut trade barriers and reinforce critical supply chains in sectors such as clean technology, pharmaceuticals and semiconductors, industries that have become strategically vital amid global disruptions and geopolitical strains.&nbsp;Second, the EU on Wednesday agreed to proceed with the signing of a new EU-India Security and Defence Partnership, which Kallas said she plans to sign in New Delhi next week. The deal will deepen cooperation in areas including maritime security, counterterrorism and cyber defence, and will be paired with the start of negotiations on a security of information agreement. "In a more dangerous world, we will both gain from working closer together," she said in the European Parliament.&nbsp;Third, both sides plan to finalise a memorandum of understanding on a comprehensive framework for cooperation on mobility. The agreement is expected to ease the movement of seasonal workers, students, researchers and highly skilled professionals, while strengthening collaboration in research and innovation, a priority for both ends as key to long-term competitiveness.&nbsp;

Marking the upcoming meeting with India as an important moment in renewed geopolitics, Kaja Kallas stated that the ties between the two are moving closer together at a time when parts of the world are in strain due to wars, coercion and economic fragmentation.

European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, on Wednesday said India is becoming "indispensable" for the economic resilience of Europe and signalled that the bloc is ready to deliver on a powerful new agenda with New Delhi that includes trade, security, technology and people-to-people ties. Her statement came the day before the top leadership of the European Union arrived in India for the 16th EU-India Summit on January 27 and as chief guests for the Republic Day celebrations. Kallas set the showing of the significant reset in ties between the two strategic partners, according to a report in NDTV. Marking the upcoming meeting with India as an important moment in renewed geopolitics, Kaja Kallas stated that the ties between the two are moving closer together at a time when parts of the world are in strain due to wars, coercion and economic fragmentation. "Two major democracies cannot afford to hesitate," she said and argued that New Delhi and the EU share a responsibility to uphold international law, the UN Charter and an effective multilateral system that is suitable for the 21st century. Three key initiatives According to Kallas, leaders are set to go beyond declarations of intent and approve “concrete deliverables” aimed at turning commitments into action. She mentioned that three key initiatives are expected to take centre stage. First, both sides are seeking to wrap up talks on the long-delayed EU-India Free Trade Agreement. Kallas said the pact would open up markets, cut trade barriers and reinforce critical supply chains in sectors such as clean technology, pharmaceuticals and semiconductors, industries that have become strategically vital amid global disruptions and geopolitical strains. Second, the EU on Wednesday agreed to proceed with the signing of a new EU-India Security and Defence Partnership, which Kallas said she plans to sign in New Delhi next week. The deal will deepen cooperation in areas including maritime security, counterterrorism and cyber defence, and will be paired with the start of negotiations on a security of information agreement. "In a more dangerous world, we will both gain from working closer together," she said in the European Parliament. Third, both sides plan to finalise a memorandum of understanding on a comprehensive framework for cooperation on mobility. The agreement is expected to ease the movement of seasonal workers, students, researchers and highly skilled professionals, while strengthening collaboration in research and innovation, a priority for both ends as key to long-term competitiveness.

Marking the upcoming meeting with India as an important moment in renewed geopolitics, Kaja Kallas stated that the ties between the two are moving closer together at a time when parts of the world are in strain due to wars, coercion and economic fragmentation.

India is ‘indispensable’ to Europe’s economic resilience, says EU ahead of 16th Summit with New Delhi

Russian President Vladimir Putin responded to Trump's Gaza peace board plan and floated the idea of using &nbsp;$1 bn of frozen Russian assets as the membership fees. In a televised interview on late Wednesday night, Putin also expressed readiness to part with the Russian frozen assets to rebuild the war-torn Ukraine if a treaty between Moscow and Kyiv is reached. He also stressed the special relationship of Russia with the Palestinian people.&nbsp;“Even before we resolve the issue of participation in the Peace Council and its work, given Russia’s special relationship with the Palestinian people, I believe we could direct one billion dollars to the Peace Council from Russian assets frozen under the previous US administration,” said Putin in a meeting of the Russian Security Council.This comes ahead of the US President Donald Trump's peace envoy Steve Witkoff's talk on Thursday. The proposal had already taken up by Trump during the talks with Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. They are expected to travel to Moscow to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin.&nbsp;“I would like to begin by thanking the US President for this proposal. We have always supported and continue to support any efforts aimed at strengthening international stability. We also acknowledge the current US administration’s contribution to the search for a solution to the Ukrainian crisis,” said Vladimir Putin in a televised interview.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lavrov-greenland-colonial-territory-nato-us-criticism-1768907332712">Lavrov claims Greenland is not a natural part of Norway or Denmark</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Putin has responded to Trump’s invitation to join his new “Peace Council,” and floated a $1 billion contribution using Russian funds frozen under Joe Biden (my translation): &quot;As for the Peace Council, yes we really did receive a personal message from the President of the United… <a href="https://t.co/XIjckkjCCF">pic.twitter.com/XIjckkjCCF</a>&mdash; Brian McDonald (@27khv) <a href="https://twitter.com/27khv/status/2014084172240019671?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>How much frozen assets does Russia have in the US?</h2>Russia has approximately $4–5 billion in frozen assets held in the US, a tiny fraction required for the reconstruction needs of Ukraine. These include cash, bonds, and other securities majorly part of the Russian Central Bank's foreign exchange reserves. According to the Russian Central Bank, approximately $300 billion worth of assets are frozen in the West, which is half of the foreign currency and gold reserves held by the bank at the start of the war in Ukraine. During 2022, the Russian Central Bank held $207 billion in euro assets and $67 billion in US dollar assets and $37 billion in British pound assets. These also include assets belonging to private Russian citizens who have been sanctioned by the US and the EU.

Russian President Vladimir Putin responds to Donald Trump’s Gaza Peace Board proposal, offering $1 billion from frozen assets for membership. He also expresses readiness to support Ukraine reconstruction if a peace treaty with Kyiv is reached.

Russian President Vladimir Putin responded to Trump's Gaza peace board plan and floated the idea of using $1 bn of frozen Russian assets as the membership fees. In a televised interview on late Wednesday night, Putin also expressed readiness to part with the Russian frozen assets to rebuild the war-torn Ukraine if a treaty between Moscow and Kyiv is reached. He also stressed the special relationship of Russia with the Palestinian people. “Even before we resolve the issue of participation in the Peace Council and its work, given Russia’s special relationship with the Palestinian people, I believe we could direct one billion dollars to the Peace Council from Russian assets frozen under the previous US administration,” said Putin in a meeting of the Russian Security Council. This comes ahead of the US President Donald Trump's peace envoy Steve Witkoff's talk on Thursday. The proposal had already taken up by Trump during the talks with Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. They are expected to travel to Moscow to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin. “I would like to begin by thanking the US President for this proposal. We have always supported and continue to support any efforts aimed at strengthening international stability. We also acknowledge the current US administration’s contribution to the search for a solution to the Ukrainian crisis,” said Vladimir Putin in a televised interview. Also Read: Lavrov claims Greenland is not a natural part of Norway or Denmark

Russian President Vladimir Putin responds to Donald Trump’s Gaza Peace Board proposal, offering $1 billion from frozen assets for membership. He also expresses readiness to support Ukraine's reconstruction if a peace treaty with Kyiv is reached.

Putin responds to Trump's 'Board of Peace' invite, offers $1 bn frozen asset in membership fees

The &nbsp;Kerala Pavilion during the World Economic Forum 2026 presented to the world its journey on the path of development and in the process the goals it has achieved. It pitched to the world &nbsp;Energy Sector Investment, an ambitious roadmap to transform “God’s Own Country” into a zero-pollution, sustainable economy. The presentation highlighted policy support, investment opportunities, and Kerala’s commitment to clean energy.&nbsp;An official from BGK — Poland’s only development bank — held a meeting with the Kerala State Administration at the Kerala Pavilion and discussed potential collaboration in development financing, sustainability initiatives, and long-term.&nbsp;In the evening, Kerala Day Presentation and Panel Discussion was held at Abraham House, near the Davos Congress Centre. The session offered global investors and thought leaders an eye-opening insight into Kerala’s present capabilities and future vision, with strong emphasis on the state’s accessible public health infrastructure, a robust and inclusive MSME ecosystem, and its progressive social framework — notably with 37% women in leadership roles across sectors.&nbsp;Special focus was given on Green Technology, Green Energy, and Medical Devices Manufacturing in order to portray Kerala as a a preferred destination for sustainable and innovation-driven investments. &nbsp;

An official from BGK — Poland’s only development bank — held a meeting with the Kerala State Administration at the Kerala Pavilion and discussed potential collaboration.

The Kerala Pavilion during the World Economic Forum 2026 presented to the world its journey on the path of development and in the process the goals it has achieved. It pitched to the world Energy Sector Investment, an ambitious roadmap to transform “God’s Own Country” into a zero-pollution, sustainable economy. The presentation highlighted policy support, investment opportunities, and Kerala’s commitment to clean energy. An official from BGK — Poland’s only development bank — held a meeting with the Kerala State Administration at the Kerala Pavilion and discussed potential collaboration in development financing, sustainability initiatives, and long-term. In the evening, Kerala Day Presentation and Panel Discussion was held at Abraham House, near the Davos Congress Centre. The session offered global investors and thought leaders an eye-opening insight into Kerala’s present capabilities and future vision, with strong emphasis on the state’s accessible public health infrastructure, a robust and inclusive MSME ecosystem, and its progressive social framework — notably with 37% women in leadership roles across sectors. Special focus was given on Green Technology, Green Energy, and Medical Devices Manufacturing in order to portray Kerala as a a preferred destination for sustainable and innovation-driven investments.

An official from BGK — Poland’s only development bank — held a meeting with the Kerala State Administration at the Kerala Pavilion and discussed potential collaboration.

Davos 2026: Kerala pavilion pitches clean energy, green growth to world

A sudden tsunami-like event hit Sicily on Tuesday (January 20), with high waves crashing into the land, sweeping everything in their way. Social media videos show massive waves hitting the Italian island, turning roads into rivers. The surge was a result of Storm Harry that has battered the Mediterranean. People can be seen scrambling to safety, screaming and wading through the water to reach high ground. A storm-surge smashed into the harbour on the island of Lipari, off Sicily, as seen in one of the videos. Strong winds lashed the region while more waves formed and crashed into the streets. Authorities issued red alerts across Sicily, Sardinia and Calabria, following the storm, strong winds, heavy rain and the storm surges. Videos show water rushing through the streets, covering pavements and washing off everything in sight.<h2>Watch videos of waves surging in Sicily</h2>&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Powerful storm surge hit Catania, Sicily, Italy 🇮🇹 (20.01.2026) <a href="https://t.co/tDBdzWvrLG">pic.twitter.com/tDBdzWvrLG</a>&mdash; Disaster News (@Top_Disaster) <a href="https://twitter.com/Top_Disaster/status/2013687851553079563?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Powerful storm surge hits Letojanni, Sicily, Italy 🇮🇹 (20.01.2026)<a href="https://t.co/6ZHi3QFWEA">pic.twitter.com/6ZHi3QFWEA</a>&mdash; Disaster News (@Top_Disaster) <a href="https://twitter.com/Top_Disaster/status/2013694298668310744?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">👀 A damaging storm surge swept through streets in Letojanni on the Italian island of Sicily last night, carrying debris inland...<a href="https://t.co/wCCffd1MEh">pic.twitter.com/wCCffd1MEh</a>&mdash; Volcaholic 🌋 (@volcaholic1) <a href="https://twitter.com/volcaholic1/status/2013917488539422853?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Violent storm surge hit Roccalumera, in Messina, Sicily, Italy 🇮🇹 (20.01.2026) <a href="https://t.co/7W9jRML4vy">pic.twitter.com/7W9jRML4vy</a>&mdash; Disaster News (@Top_Disaster) <a href="https://twitter.com/Top_Disaster/status/2013652927832039600?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Another video shows water rushing into a restaurant, moving the tables and chairs away. The eatery seems to have been emptied as the storm triggered the severe events. A second one shows a literal wall of water rising high and falling down, as a motorcyclist drives away to avoid being swept away. In Sicily, wind gusts reached 119 kilometres per hour, with waves reaching nine metres in height. Precautionary evacuations were carried out, looking at the situation, which seems to have saved several lives. Nearly 190 people were evacuated across Sicily. In Catania, the sea surged past the five-metre mark.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/video-helicopter-spins-rapidly-and-crashes-into-trees-in-utah-with-4-on-board-1768982982304">VIDEO: Helicopter spins rapidly and crashes into trees in Utah with 4 on board</a>&nbsp;The rough seas have led to ferries to Sardinia and smaller islands being suspended, leaving scores of people stranded. A section of the seaside promenade collapsed entirely in the port city of Messina. Forecasters have predicted up to 300 millimetres of rain in just two days. Some towns have shut down schools, parks, and sports facilities because of the storm surge. Across the Mediterranean, Spain was forced to issue yellow warnings for wind and high waves.

Storm Harry Sicily: High waves crashed into Sicily as Storm Harry slammed the Mediterranean. Videos of the tsunami-like waves rising and falling, washing away everything have gone viral on social media. 

A sudden tsunami-like event hit Sicily on Tuesday (January 20), with high waves crashing into the land, sweeping everything in their way. Social media videos show massive waves hitting the Italian island, turning roads into rivers. The surge was a result of Storm Harry that has battered the Mediterranean. People can be seen scrambling to safety, screaming and wading through the water to reach high ground. A storm-surge smashed into the harbour on the island of Lipari, off Sicily, as seen in one of the videos. Strong winds lashed the region while more waves formed and crashed into the streets. Authorities issued red alerts across Sicily, Sardinia and Calabria, following the storm, strong winds, heavy rain and the storm surges. Videos show water rushing through the streets, covering pavements and washing off everything in sight. Watch videos of waves surging in Sicily

Storm Harry Sicily: High waves crashed into Sicily as Storm Harry slammed the Mediterranean. Videos of the tsunami-like waves rising and falling, washing away everything, have gone viral on social media.&nbsp;

Terrifying videos show huge waves crashing into Sicily as Storm Harry rages

A video has gone viral showing three men trapped on a stalled chairlift being pelted with snowballs by a cheering crowd of skiers in Switzerland. The more than one-minute snowball bombardment took place at the Laax Open snowboarding event in Laax on Thursday (Jan 21). Watch the video below.<h2>What really happend at Laax snowboarding event?</h2>During the build-up to the Halfpipe (night) Finals, the three friends became stuck at the ski resort when their chairlift malfunctioned, possibly due to cold conditions. The crowd took advantage of the situation, attacking the hapless trio with snowballs while others cheered them on.The video has been watched more than three million times.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/snow-chaos-grips-japan-as-heavy-snowfall-disrupts-travel-1768896373404/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/snow-chaos-grips-japan-as-heavy-snowfall-disrupts-travel-1768896373404/embed</a><h2>Many rolled with Laax Open's festive vibes</h2>Laax Open finals are usually very high-energy and party-like at night, featuring music, big crowds and some rowdiness. Snowball fights are not rare during the event.Some of this may also have to do with tradition too. At some ski resorts, people throw snowballs at the last chairs of the day when lifts are closing, either as end-of-day mischief or as punishment for those slowing the line. These acts are generally playful.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/russia-s-snow-apocalypse-takes-over-social-media-locals-jump-out-of-windows-dig-out-building-entrances-1768903342646">Russia’s ‘snow apocalypse’ takes over social media: Locals jump out of windows, dig out building entrances | WATCH</a><h2>Reactions to the video</h2>While many viewers took it as a prank in a sporty spirit, and even part of the ski resort traditions, others condemned it as immature and bullying, similar to mob behaviour. Some users called for better crowd control at such winter sports gatherings.The attack was spontaneous and unexpected.Commenting on the video, one online user wrote, “That’s the best accident rescue ever,” while another quipped, “that’s going to be a great memory for everyone involved one day.”“I respect the dude throwing snow back with limited resources,” said one user, acknowledging the person who tried to ‘return fire’ from the chairlift.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/snow-blankets-saudi-arabia-s-trojena-highlands-tabuk-region-as-temperatures-drop-to-4-c-1766046495418">Snow blankets Saudi Arabia's Trojena highlands, Tabuk region as temperatures drop to -4°C</a>Some posts suggested Laax had turned a mishap into delight.&nbsp;But not everyone liked it. One post said, “That’s not cool, hope they’re okay.”Others called it mob behaviour or borderline cruel, noting that the victims were just tourists trying to get a better view of the event. &nbsp;Watch the video here&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">🚠 Drei Freunde, die in einem defekten Sessellift festsaßen, wurden dort von Skifahrern lange Zeit mit einem regelrechten Schneeballregen bombardiert. ❄️😂 📍 Laax, Schweiz 🇨🇭 <a href="https://t.co/vg3zifBlJa">pic.twitter.com/vg3zifBlJa</a>&mdash; EU Report 🇩🇪 (@1980Aktuell) <a href="https://twitter.com/1980Aktuell/status/2013933905020084446?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Three men stranded on a chairlift at a Swiss ski event were pelted with snowballs by a cheering crowd. Culture, prank or mob behaviour? Watch the viral video


A video has gone viral showing three men trapped on a stalled chairlift being pelted with snowballs by a cheering crowd of skiers in Switzerland. The more than one-minute snowball bombardment took place at the Laax Open snowboarding event in Laax on Thursday (Jan 21). Watch the video below. What really happend at Laax snowboarding event? During the build-up to the Halfpipe (night) Finals, the three friends became stuck at the ski resort when their chairlift malfunctioned, possibly due to cold conditions. The crowd took advantage of the situation, attacking the hapless trio with snowballs while others cheered them on. The video has been watched more than three million times. https://www.wionews.com/videos/snow-chaos-grips-japan-as-heavy-snowfall-disrupts-travel-1768896373404/embed Many rolled with Laax Open's festive vibes Laax Open finals are usually very high-energy and party-like at night, featuring music, big crowds and some rowdiness. Snowball fights are not rare during the event. Some of this may also have to do with tradition too. At some ski resorts, people throw snowballs at the last chairs of the day when lifts are closing, either as end-of-day mischief or as punishment for those slowing the line. These acts are generally playful. Also read: Russia’s ‘snow apocalypse’ takes over social media: Locals jump out of windows, dig out building entrances | WATCH Reactions to the video While many viewers took it as a prank in a sporty spirit, and even part of the ski resort traditions, others condemned it as immature and bullying, similar to mob behaviour. Some users called for better crowd control at such winter sports gatherings. The attack was spontaneous and unexpected. Commenting on the video, one online user wrote, “That’s the best accident rescue ever,” while another quipped, “that’s going to be a great memory for everyone involved one day.” “I respect the dude throwing snow back with limited resources,” said one user, acknowledging the person who tried to ‘return fire’ from the chairlift. Also read: Snow blankets Saudi Arabia's Trojena highlands, Tabuk region as temperatures drop to -4°C Some posts suggested Laax had turned a mishap into delight. But not everyone liked it. One post said, “That’s not cool, hope they’re okay.” Others called it mob behaviour or borderline cruel, noting that the victims were just tourists trying to get a better view of the event. Watch the video here

Three men stranded on a chairlift at a Swiss ski event were pelted with snowballs by a cheering crowd. Culture, prank or mob behaviour? Watch the viral video

With friends like these, who needs enemies? Three men stuck on a chairlift pummeled in snowball attack at Swiss snowboarding event | Watch

Amid US President Donald Trump's massive push to acquire Greenland, Denmark called on Thursday (Jan 22) for "constructive" talks that respect the territorial integrity of the EU and NATO member. The comments came after Trump abruptly announced he was scrapping tariffs against Europe and ruling out military action to take Greenland from Denmark. "We can negotiate all political aspects: security, investment, the economy. But we cannot negotiate our sovereignty. I have been informed that this has not been the case," Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said in a statement.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-sends-alaska-purchase-reminder-to-trump-over-his-greenland-greed-what-he-said-1769059395946">Putin sends 'Alaska sale' reminder to Trump over his Greenland greed - What he said</a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/-davos-2026-won-t-use-force-trump-on-why-u-s-must-have-greenland-now-1769061058061/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/-davos-2026-won-t-use-force-trump-on-why-u-s-must-have-greenland-now-1769061058061/embed</a>&nbsp;<h2>Trump's Greenland push</h2>US President Trump has claimed that America wants Greenland for national security purposes and it does not belong to Denmark. He also shared a map of United States showing Greenland and Canada as part of America. A major buzz has been created around Trump's plan to takeover Greenland even as he has not clarified if he would used US forces for fulfilling his desire. Trump argued that US ownership is a necessity to prevent Russia or China from occupying the territory. He claimed that the area is already "covered with Russian and Chinese ships" and mocked Greenland’s own defenses as consisting of just “two dog sleds.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/sometimes-people-need-a-dictator-trump-stuns-davos-after-greenland-rant-1769047692322">Sometimes people 'need a dictator’: Trump stuns Davos with sinister threat after Greenland rant</a>&nbsp;Despite opposition from his NATO allies, Trump has continued with his rhetoric. Recently, in his Davos 2026 speech at World Economic Forum, he reiterated that US would takeover Greenland. "I don’t have to use force. I don’t want to use force. I won’t use force," though he added that the US military would be "unstoppable" if it did. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin distanced his country from the matter and said that it should be solved between Washington and Copenhagen bilaterally. Putin's remark was first quoted by Russian news agencies as he addressed the national Security Council.

Denmark has called for constructive talks with the US on Greenland but ruled out any compromise on sovereignty after Donald Trump revived claims over the island for US security. While Trump says he won’t use force, Denmark and NATO allies remain firm as Russia urges bilateral resolution.

Amid US President Donald Trump's massive push to acquire Greenland, Denmark called on Thursday (Jan 22) for "constructive" talks that respect the territorial integrity of the EU and NATO member. The comments came after Trump abruptly announced he was scrapping tariffs against Europe and ruling out military action to take Greenland from Denmark. "We can negotiate all political aspects: security, investment, the economy. But we cannot negotiate our sovereignty. I have been informed that this has not been the case," Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said in a statement. Also Read: Putin sends 'Alaska sale' reminder to Trump over his Greenland greed - What he said https://www.wionews.com/videos/-davos-2026-won-t-use-force-trump-on-why-u-s-must-have-greenland-now-1769061058061/embed Trump's Greenland push US President Trump has claimed that America wants Greenland for national security purposes and it does not belong to Denmark. He also shared a map of United States showing Greenland and Canada as part of America. A major buzz has been created around Trump's plan to takeover Greenland even as he has not clarified if he would used US forces for fulfilling his desire. Trump argued that US ownership is a necessity to prevent Russia or China from occupying the territory. He claimed that the area is already "covered with Russian and Chinese ships" and mocked Greenland’s own defenses as consisting of just “two dog sleds.” Also Read: Sometimes people 'need a dictator’: Trump stuns Davos with sinister threat after Greenland rant Despite opposition from his NATO allies, Trump has continued with his rhetoric. Recently, in his Davos 2026 speech at World Economic Forum, he reiterated that US would takeover Greenland. "I don’t have to use force. I don’t want to use force. I won’t use force," though he added that the US military would be "unstoppable" if it did. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin distanced his country from the matter and said that it should be solved between Washington and Copenhagen bilaterally. Putin's remark was first quoted by Russian news agencies as he addressed the national Security Council.

Denmark has called for constructive talks with the US on Greenland but ruled out any compromise on sovereignty after Donald Trump revived claims over the island for US security. While Trump says he won’t use force, Denmark and NATO allies remain firm as Russia urges bilateral resolution.

'Cannot negotiate sovereignty...': Denmark urges 'constructive' talks amid Trump's aggressive Greenland push

Maharashtra is laying the groundwork for a major shift in its energy strategy, with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announcing at the ongoing World Economic Forum in Davos that the state has signed Memorandums of Understanding to explore Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) as a future power source.

Speaking on the sidelines of the global summit, Fadnavis said Maharashtra has entered into partnerships with an Indian government company and Russian company. 

He indicated that the first SMR project in the country could potentially come up in Maharashtra, given the early momentum and discussions already underway.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/davos-2026-trump-walks-back-tariff-threat-on-european-countries-over-greenland-1769062880170/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/davos-2026-trump-walks-back-tariff-threat-on-european-countries-over-greenland-1769062880170/embed</a> 
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For years, nuclear power in India has largely meant large, centralised plants that take a long time to build and require vast land parcels. SMRs, however, offer a different model. 

These reactors are smaller, modular and faster to deploy, allowing power generation to be closer to consumption centres. This makes them particularly relevant for industrial clusters and urban regions.

The Chief Minister linked the SMR push directly to Maharashtra's rising electricity demand. With data centres, circular economy projects, expanding municipal corporations and large private investments on the horizon, the need for reliable, round-the-clock power is expected to grow sharply. 

While renewable energy will remain a key pillar, officials acknowledge that solar and wind alone cannot meet continuous base-load requirements.
SMRs provide stable electricity with minimal carbon emissions, positioning them as a cleaner alternative to coal-based power.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-so-many-friends-few-enemies-trump-s-defiant-return-to-davos-charms-ceos-but-warns-rivals-1769017069172">'So many friends, few enemies': Trump’s defiant return to Davos charms CEOs but warns rivals</a>&nbsp;

The state sees them as a way to balance economic growth with environmental commitments, especially as industries increasingly look for sustainable energy options.

Another significant aspect of the proposal is the funding approach. Instead of relying solely on government resources, Maharashtra is exploring a collaborative model where municipal bodies, private companies, financial institutions and large power consumers could jointly fund future SMR projects.

Officials clarified that the MoUs signed at Davos are focused on feasibility studies, technology cooperation and long-term planning. Any move towards actual construction would require approvals from the central government and nuclear regulators. 

The announcement at Davos signals Maharashtra's intent to position itself as a leader in advanced and clean energy solutions.&nbsp;

Maharashtra CM linked the SMR push directly to state's rising electricity demand. With data centres, circular economy projects, expanding municipal corporations and large private investments on the horizon, the need for reliable, round-the-clock power is expected to grow sharply.

Maharashtra is laying the groundwork for a major shift in its energy strategy, with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announcing at the ongoing World Economic Forum in Davos that the state has signed Memorandums of Understanding to explore Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) as a future power source. Speaking on the sidelines of the global summit, Fadnavis said Maharashtra has entered into partnerships with an Indian government company and Russian company. He indicated that the first SMR project in the country could potentially come up in Maharashtra, given the early momentum and discussions already underway. https://www.wionews.com/videos/davos-2026-trump-walks-back-tariff-threat-on-european-countries-over-greenland-1769062880170/embed For years, nuclear power in India has largely meant large, centralised plants that take a long time to build and require vast land parcels. SMRs, however, offer a different model. These reactors are smaller, modular and faster to deploy, allowing power generation to be closer to consumption centres. This makes them particularly relevant for industrial clusters and urban regions. The Chief Minister linked the SMR push directly to Maharashtra's rising electricity demand. With data centres, circular economy projects, expanding municipal corporations and large private investments on the horizon, the need for reliable, round-the-clock power is expected to grow sharply. While renewable energy will remain a key pillar, officials acknowledge that solar and wind alone cannot meet continuous base-load requirements. SMRs provide stable electricity with minimal carbon emissions, positioning them as a cleaner alternative to coal-based power. Also read: 'So many friends, few enemies': Trump’s defiant return to Davos charms CEOs but warns rivals The state sees them as a way to balance economic growth with environmental commitments, especially as industries increasingly look for sustainable energy options. Another significant aspect of the proposal is the funding approach. Instead of relying solely on government resources, Maharashtra is exploring a collaborative model where municipal bodies, private companies, financial institutions and large power consumers could jointly fund future SMR projects. Officials clarified that the MoUs signed at Davos are focused on feasibility studies, technology cooperation and long-term planning. Any move towards actual construction would require approvals from the central government and nuclear regulators. The announcement at Davos signals Maharashtra's intent to position itself as a leader in advanced and clean energy solutions.

Maharashtra CM linked the SMR push directly to state's rising electricity demand. With data centres, circular economy projects, expanding municipal corporations and large private investments on the horizon, the need for reliable, round-the-clock power is expected to grow sharply.

Davos push: Maharashtra bets on small nuclear reactors to power future growth

After weeks of threats and tariff talk, Donald Trump has flipped the script on Greenland. Instead of force or trade punishment, the US president is now pushing a negotiated deal with NATO that could reshape control of the Arctic. All you need to know.

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