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As UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan concluded his official India visit, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held a briefing on Monday (Jan 19). In the special briefing, Misri noted how the short meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President “was with a really high-power delegation”.&nbsp;&nbsp;During the meeting, the leaders reviewed the full scope of bilateral cooperation. They agreed that the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has continued to strengthen over the past decade.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Special Briefing by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on the Official Visit of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UAE?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UAE</a>, to India Vikram Misri says, “Even for this short visit, it was a really high-power delegation that accompanied the President.... The importance… <a href="https://t.co/Fumjwyl4HE">pic.twitter.com/Fumjwyl4HE</a>&mdash; All India Radio News (@airnewsalerts) <a href="https://twitter.com/airnewsalerts/status/2013255042867093909?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 19, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;A statement from the Prime Minister's Office noted, “The two leaders welcomed the robust growth in trade and economic cooperation since the signing of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in 2022 and noted the rapid growth of bilateral trade, which reached US$ 100 billion in FY 2024-25. Buoyed by the enthusiasm of the business communities on both sides, they decided to double bilateral trade to target US$ 200 billion by 2032.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/uae-president-mohamed-bin-zayed-al-nahyan-arrives-in-delhi-holds-talks-with-pm-narendra-modi-amid-regional-tensions-1768825203903">UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrives in Delhi, holds talks with PM Narendra Modi amid regional tensions</a>&nbsp;They assured cooperation in food security and recognised its strategic importance in ensuring sustainable supply chains and long-term resilience. Collaboration in the space sector was spoken about; with that, the leaders also mentioned science, innovation and technology. Artificial intelligence (AI) will remain in focus at a time when technology is ruling the roost.&nbsp;“In this context, they welcomed the understanding reached to collaborate on a joint initiative aimed at driving commercialisation of the sector through the advancement of space sciences and technologies,” the statement added.&nbsp;With this initiative, the countries aim to produce an integrated space ecosystem with end-to-end infrastructure and a strong industrial base. India–UAE joint missions will expand global commercial services and also create high-skilled employment. It will create a stable environment for start-ups and strengthen bilateral investment through sustainable business models.

During the meeting, the leaders reviewed the full scope of bilateral cooperation. They agreed that the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has continued to strengthen over the past decade.

As UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan concluded his official India visit, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held a briefing on Monday (Jan 19). In the special briefing, Misri noted how the short meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President “was with a really high-power delegation”. During the meeting, the leaders reviewed the full scope of bilateral cooperation. They agreed that the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has continued to strengthen over the past decade.

During the meeting, the leaders reviewed the full scope of bilateral cooperation. They agreed that the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has continued to strengthen over the past decade.

India lauds UAE 'for composition of delegation even for the 2-hour visit'

Amid the nationwide protests in Iran that have left thousands of people dead, a human rights group claimed that a teenager was among the people who were sexually assaulted in custody by the security forces.&nbsp;Two people, including a child, who were detained in the city of Kermanshah in western Iran, told the Kurdistan Human Rights Network (KHRN) that they were sexually molested by riot police during the detention.&nbsp;“During the transfer, security forces touched their bodies with batons. They beat and applied pressure to the anal area with a baton through the clothing,” said Rebin Rahmani, of the KHRN.&nbsp; Over 20,000 people have been arrested so far since the beginning of the protest in Iran in December. Rights groups have expressed the fear of their treatment in detention. Since the start of the current protests in late December, 3,766 people have been killed, and 8,949 other reported deaths are under investigation, according to the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency.&nbsp;The Norway-based Kurdish human rights group Hengaw said that a &nbsp;pregnant woman from Langarud, &nbsp;Sholeh Sotoudeh, was killed along with her unborn child. This was after &nbsp;forces opened fire on protesters in north-west Iran on 10 January. &nbsp;

Two people, including a child, who were detained in the city of Kermanshah in western Iran, told the Kurdistan Human Rights Network (KHRN) that they were sexually molested by riot police during the detention.



Amid the nationwide protests in Iran that have left thousands of people dead, a human rights group claimed that a teenager was among the people who were sexually assaulted in custody by the security forces. Two people, including a child, who were detained in the city of Kermanshah in western Iran, told the Kurdistan Human Rights Network (KHRN) that they were sexually molested by riot police during the detention. “During the transfer, security forces touched their bodies with batons. They beat and applied pressure to the anal area with a baton through the clothing,” said Rebin Rahmani, of the KHRN. Over 20,000 people have been arrested so far since the beginning of the protest in Iran in December. Rights groups have expressed the fear of their treatment in detention. Since the start of the current protests in late December, 3,766 people have been killed, and 8,949 other reported deaths are under investigation, according to the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency. The Norway-based Kurdish human rights group Hengaw said that a pregnant woman from Langarud, Sholeh Sotoudeh, was killed along with her unborn child. This was after forces opened fire on protesters in north-west Iran on 10 January.

Two people, including a child, who were detained in the city of Kermanshah in western Iran, told the Kurdistan Human Rights Network (KHRN) that they were sexually molested by riot police during the detention.&nbsp;

Security forces sexually assault Iranian protesters, including teenager, in custody: Human Rights group

A Russian man has been arrested for reportedly murdering two women from his country in Goa. He was already accused of killing two other Russian women, according to a report by the Indian Express. The arrested individual, identified as Alexei Leonov, appears to have “psychopathic” tendencies, police confirmed.&nbsp;The murder was claimed by Leonov in front of the police. However, investigators familiar with the inquiry said his claims need to be cross-checked as they appear “sketchy and inconsistent”. In response, police are currently looking into whether he is connected to as many as five deaths in the coastal state.&nbsp;“He claimed that he used to befriend foreign nationals, usually fellow Russians. The modus operandi in the killings, as per his disclosures, is either slitting the throat or suffocating the victims,” the investigator said.&nbsp;Two victims have been formally identified as 37-year-old Elena Kasthanova and 37-year-old Elena Vaneeva. In another case involving a 40-year-old woman from Assam—initially recorded as an “unnatural death” on January 14—police said circumstantial evidence and statements point towards Leonov’s involvement, though the exact cause of death will only be confirmed after a postmortem. Sources said Leonov told investigators that he had drugged the woman and killed her using a wooden stick.<h3>Leonov discloses his murder amid questioning</h3>During further questioning, Leonov reportedly disclosed that he had killed a Russian woman last month. Acting on this information, police traced the body of a foreign national whose death had been registered as “unnatural” in December 2025. However, officials said a detailed investigation and autopsy are needed to determine whether it was a murder and if Leonov was responsible.&nbsp;Requesting anonymity, a senior police officer said, “We cannot take all his statements at face value. Just because he was known to someone, and that person ended up dead, does not necessarily establish that he killed her.” Leonov has also allegedly claimed to have killed another Russian national recently, though police have not yet recovered a body corresponding to this assertion.&nbsp;In an official statement issued on Saturday, police said the accused confessed to his role in the murders of Elena Kasthanova and Elena Vaneeva. Authorities stated that Leonov was a close associate of both women and that the alleged motive was a financial dispute. He also claimed to have been in a relationship with both victims and living with them, though police said these assertions are being treated with caution. Describing the motives behind the alleged killings, an investigator told the Indian Express, “While a monetary dispute may have been the trigger for the murder cases that have been confirmed, he seems to have developed obsessive relations with the two, leading him to the crimes, as per his disclosures.”&nbsp;Kasthanova was employed as a go-go dancer and usher at weddings and arrived in Goa from Russia on December 24. Later, she was found murdered at 9.15 pm on Thursday at her rented house in Arambol. Based on the input of the FIR, Leonov reportedly assaulted Kasthanova and tied her hands behind her back with a rope and then he allegedly slit her neck using a sharp-edged weapon.&nbsp;Additionally, Vaneeva was an artist and a bubble performer who arrived in Goa last week and got acquainted with Leonov. On Wednesday night, Leonov allegedly killed Vaneeva sometime after 11 pm by “slitting her neck with a sharp knife”. Following the murder, the police took the accused to 14-day police custody on Saturday. Currently, police are questioning him to ascertain if he has murdered more people.&nbsp;Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kerala-man-dies-by-suicide-after-video-alleging-harassment-on-bus-goes-viral-men-s-rights-activists-demand-police-action-against-woman-1768816853744"> Kerala man dies by suicide after video alleging harassment on bus goes viral; men's rights activists demand police action against woman</a>

During questioning, Leonov reportedly disclosed that he had killed a Russian woman last month. Acting on this information, police traced the body of a foreign national whose death had been registered as “unnatural” in December 2025.

A Russian man has been arrested for reportedly murdering two women from his country in Goa. He was already accused of killing two other Russian women, according to a report by the Indian Express. The arrested individual, identified as Alexei Leonov, appears to have “psychopathic” tendencies, police confirmed. The murder was claimed by Leonov in front of the police. However, investigators familiar with the inquiry said his claims need to be cross-checked as they appear “sketchy and inconsistent”. In response, police are currently looking into whether he is connected to as many as five deaths in the coastal state. “He claimed that he used to befriend foreign nationals, usually fellow Russians. The modus operandi in the killings, as per his disclosures, is either slitting the throat or suffocating the victims,” the investigator said. Two victims have been formally identified as 37-year-old Elena Kasthanova and 37-year-old Elena Vaneeva. In another case involving a 40-year-old woman from Assam—initially recorded as an “unnatural death” on January 14—police said circumstantial evidence and statements point towards Leonov’s involvement, though the exact cause of death will only be confirmed after a postmortem. Sources said Leonov told investigators that he had drugged the woman and killed her using a wooden stick. Leonov discloses his murder amid questioning During further questioning, Leonov reportedly disclosed that he had killed a Russian woman last month. Acting on this information, police traced the body of a foreign national whose death had been registered as “unnatural” in December 2025. However, officials said a detailed investigation and autopsy are needed to determine whether it was a murder and if Leonov was responsible. Requesting anonymity, a senior police officer said, “We cannot take all his statements at face value. Just because he was known to someone, and that person ended up dead, does not necessarily establish that he killed her.” Leonov has also allegedly claimed to have killed another Russian national recently, though police have not yet recovered a body corresponding to this assertion. In an official statement issued on Saturday, police said the accused confessed to his role in the murders of Elena Kasthanova and Elena Vaneeva. Authorities stated that Leonov was a close associate of both women and that the alleged motive was a financial dispute. He also claimed to have been in a relationship with both victims and living with them, though police said these assertions are being treated with caution. Describing the motives behind the alleged killings, an investigator told the Indian Express, “While a monetary dispute may have been the trigger for the murder cases that have been confirmed, he seems to have developed obsessive relations with the two, leading him to the crimes, as per his disclosures.” Kasthanova was employed as a go-go dancer and usher at weddings and arrived in Goa from Russia on December 24. Later, she was found murdered at 9.15 pm on Thursday at her rented house in Arambol. Based on the input of the FIR, Leonov reportedly assaulted Kasthanova and tied her hands behind her back with a rope and then he allegedly slit her neck using a sharp-edged weapon. Additionally, Vaneeva was an artist and a bubble performer who arrived in Goa last week and got acquainted with Leonov. On Wednesday night, Leonov allegedly killed Vaneeva sometime after 11 pm by “slitting her neck with a sharp knife”. Following the murder, the police took the accused to 14-day police custody on Saturday. Currently, police are questioning him to ascertain if he has murdered more people. Also read: Kerala man dies by suicide after video alleging harassment on bus goes viral; men's rights activists demand police action against woman

During questioning, Leonov reportedly disclosed that he had killed a Russian woman last month. Acting on this information, police traced the body of a foreign national whose death had been registered as “unnatural” in December 2025.

Serial killings? Russian man arrested for murder of 2 women from his country in Goa, police verify claims of more murders

Sanae Takaichi, who became the first woman prime minister of Japan just a few months back, announced a snap election in the country on Monday (Jan 19). She was reported as saying that she will call a national election for February 8 to seek voter backing for increased spending, tax cuts and a new security strategy expected to accelerate Japan’s defence build-up. The Japanese PM will dissolve the House of Representatives on Friday (Jan 23).&nbsp;“I am staking my own political future as prime minister on this election. I want the public to judge directly whether they will entrust me with the management of the nation," Takaichi said in a press conference, reported by Reuters.&nbsp;Moreover, the Japanese PM promised a two-year pause to an 8 per cent consumption tax on food. She also said that her spending plans would create jobs, boost household spending and increase other tax revenues. The snap vote will decide the fate of all 465 seats in parliament’s lower house and mark Takaichi’s first electoral test.&nbsp;Who is Sanae Takaichi?&nbsp;Sanae Takaichi was born in Nara Prefecture in 1961 and graduated from Kobe University. Her father was an office worker and her mother a police officer. The background of Takaichi is more modest than that of several senior LDP members, who often hail from elite institutions such as the University of Tokyo or Harvard Kennedy School.&nbsp;Politics was far from her early life, as she was a passionate heavy metal drummer, known for breaking drumsticks mid-performance and always carrying spares. She also enjoyed scuba diving and cars; her cherished Toyota Supra is now showcased in a Nara museum, according to a report in the BBC.&nbsp;Before stepping into politics, Takaichi briefly worked as a television presenter. Her political awakening came in the 1980s, amid tense US-Japan trade relations. Seeking to grasp how Americans viewed Japan, she joined the office of Democratic congresswoman Patricia Schroeder, a vocal critic of Japan at the time. &nbsp;

Japanese PM promised a two-year pause to an 8 per cent consumption tax on food. She also said that her spending plans would create jobs, boost household spending and increase other tax revenues. 

Sanae Takaichi, who became the first woman prime minister of Japan just a few months back, announced a snap election in the country on Monday (Jan 19). She was reported as saying that she will call a national election for February 8 to seek voter backing for increased spending, tax cuts and a new security strategy expected to accelerate Japan’s defence build-up. The Japanese PM will dissolve the House of Representatives on Friday (Jan 23). “I am staking my own political future as prime minister on this election. I want the public to judge directly whether they will entrust me with the management of the nation," Takaichi said in a press conference, reported by Reuters. Moreover, the Japanese PM promised a two-year pause to an 8 per cent consumption tax on food. She also said that her spending plans would create jobs, boost household spending and increase other tax revenues. The snap vote will decide the fate of all 465 seats in parliament’s lower house and mark Takaichi’s first electoral test. Who is Sanae Takaichi? Sanae Takaichi was born in Nara Prefecture in 1961 and graduated from Kobe University. Her father was an office worker and her mother a police officer. The background of Takaichi is more modest than that of several senior LDP members, who often hail from elite institutions such as the University of Tokyo or Harvard Kennedy School. Politics was far from her early life, as she was a passionate heavy metal drummer, known for breaking drumsticks mid-performance and always carrying spares. She also enjoyed scuba diving and cars; her cherished Toyota Supra is now showcased in a Nara museum, according to a report in the BBC. Before stepping into politics, Takaichi briefly worked as a television presenter. Her political awakening came in the 1980s, amid tense US-Japan trade relations. Seeking to grasp how Americans viewed Japan, she joined the office of Democratic congresswoman Patricia Schroeder, a vocal critic of Japan at the time.

Japanese PM promised a two-year pause to an 8 per cent consumption tax on food. She also said that her spending plans would create jobs, boost household spending and increase other tax revenues.&nbsp;

Japan’s first female PM to put her political career ‘at stake’, announces snap election on Feb 8

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">توجهتُ إلى المطار لاستقبال أخي، صاحب السمو الشيخ محمد بن زايد آل نهيان، رئيس دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة. تُجسّد زيارته الأهمية التي يوليها لعلاقات الصداقة المتينة بين الهند والإمارات. أتطلع إلى مباحثاتنا.<a href="https://twitter.com/MohamedBinZayed?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MohamedBinZayed</a> <a href="https://t.co/O5R1tOxjAU">pic.twitter.com/O5R1tOxjAU</a>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/2013212282743116074?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 19, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed’s stay in India is expected to last around two hours, during which he will hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Modi later in the evening. This marks the UAE President’s third official visit to India since taking office and his fifth trip to the country over the past decade, underlining the deepening ties between the two countries.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gemini-ai-powers-new-gmail-features-raising-privacy-concerns-1768819865087/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/gemini-ai-powers-new-gmail-features-raising-privacy-concerns-1768819865087/embed</a>&nbsp;The Ministry of External Affairs said that the visit strengthens ongoing engagement between the two countries, following several recent high-level talks. These include the September 2024 visit of Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, and the April 2025 visit of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence as well as Crown Prince of Dubai.

UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrives in Delhi, holds talks with PM Narendra Modi amid regional tensions

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in New Delhi on Monday (January 19) for an official visit to India and was personally received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the airport. The visit comes at a time of escalating tensions in West Asia and reflects the growing strategic engagement between India and the United Arab Emirates. According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the visit is being held at the invitation of Prime Minister Modi and builds on the momentum created by frequent high-level interactions between the two leaders. Sharing details on social media platform X, Prime Minister Modi said the UAE President’s visit highlights the importance he places on strengthening the India-UAE partnership. “Went to the airport to welcome my brother, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. His visit illustrates the importance he attaches to a strong India-UAE friendship. Looking forward to our discussions,” the Prime Minister wrote. Also Read: After PM Narendra Modi, Russia President Vladimir Putin invited to join Donald Trump's Gaza ‘Board of Peace’

UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed arrived in New Delhi for a brief official visit, meeting PM Narendra Modi to boost India-UAE ties amid regional tensions

India is likely to retain its position as the fastest-growing major economy in the world with 6.4 per cent economic growth in both 2026 and 2027, amid global uncertainty, as per data released by the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) World Economic Outlook Update in January 2026.&nbsp;The IMF estimated India's economy to grow by 7.3 per cent in 2025, and 6.4 per cent for the next two years, significantly outshining global and advanced economy averages. Meanwhile, before easing slightly to 3.2 per cent in 2027, the world economy is expected to expand at 3.3 per cent in 2025 and 2026.<h3>India's growth path remains stronger</h3>India’s strong economic outlook is supported by solid domestic demand, continued public spending and a gradual pickup in private investment. In comparison with other major economies, India's growth path remains notably stronger. The United States is expected to expand at 2.4 per cent in 2026, China at 4.5 per cent, and the Euro Area by a modest 1.3 per cent.&nbsp;India also continues to lead among emerging and developing economies in Asia, outperforming its regional peers and playing a key role in Asia’s projected growth of 5.0 per cent in 2026. The IMF said emerging market and developing economies overall are likely to grow at 4.2 per cent in 2026, well below India’s forecast pace.&nbsp;"In India, growth is revised upward by 0.7 percentage point to 7.3 per cent for 2025, reflecting the better-than expected outturn in the third quarter of the year and strong momentum in the fourth quarter. Growth is projected to moderate to 6.4 per cent in 2026 and 2027 as cyclical and temporary factors wane," the IMF said.&nbsp;The IMF added that inflation in India is likely to return close to the target levels (2-6 per cent) after easing sharply in 2025, largely due to subdued food prices.&nbsp;On the global front, the IMF noted that challenges from changing trade policies are being balanced by strong investment in technology, including artificial intelligence (AI), particularly in North America and Asia, along with fiscal and monetary support, generally supportive financial conditions, and adaptability of the private sector.

The IMF estimated India's economy to grow by 7.3% in 2025 and 6.4 % for the next two years, significantly outshining global and advanced economy averages. Meanwhile, before easing slightly to 3.2 per cent in 2027, the world economy is expected to expand at 3.3 per cent in 2025 & 2026.

India is likely to retain its position as the fastest-growing major economy in the world with 6.4 per cent economic growth in both 2026 and 2027, amid global uncertainty, as per data released by the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) World Economic Outlook Update in January 2026. The IMF estimated India's economy to grow by 7.3 per cent in 2025, and 6.4 per cent for the next two years, significantly outshining global and advanced economy averages. Meanwhile, before easing slightly to 3.2 per cent in 2027, the world economy is expected to expand at 3.3 per cent in 2025 and 2026. India's growth path remains stronger India’s strong economic outlook is supported by solid domestic demand, continued public spending and a gradual pickup in private investment. In comparison with other major economies, India's growth path remains notably stronger. The United States is expected to expand at 2.4 per cent in 2026, China at 4.5 per cent, and the Euro Area by a modest 1.3 per cent. India also continues to lead among emerging and developing economies in Asia, outperforming its regional peers and playing a key role in Asia’s projected growth of 5.0 per cent in 2026. The IMF said emerging market and developing economies overall are likely to grow at 4.2 per cent in 2026, well below India’s forecast pace. "In India, growth is revised upward by 0.7 percentage point to 7.3 per cent for 2025, reflecting the better-than expected outturn in the third quarter of the year and strong momentum in the fourth quarter. Growth is projected to moderate to 6.4 per cent in 2026 and 2027 as cyclical and temporary factors wane," the IMF said. The IMF added that inflation in India is likely to return close to the target levels (2-6 per cent) after easing sharply in 2025, largely due to subdued food prices. On the global front, the IMF noted that challenges from changing trade policies are being balanced by strong investment in technology, including artificial intelligence (AI), particularly in North America and Asia, along with fiscal and monetary support, generally supportive financial conditions, and adaptability of the private sector.

The IMF estimated India's economy to grow by 7.3% in 2025 and 6.4 % for the next two years, significantly outshining global and advanced economy averages. Meanwhile, before easing slightly to 3.2 per cent in 2027, the world economy is expected to expand at 3.3 per cent in 2025 &amp; 2026.

India likely to remain world's fastest-growing economy amid global uncertainty: IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Monday (Jan 19) upwardly revised India's economic growth projections for the current financial year (FY26) to 7.3 per cent from its earlier forecast of 6.6 per cent. The rise in growth figures is attributed to the "better-than-expected outturn in the third quarter of the year and strong momentum in the fourth quarter,” the IMF said.&nbsp;The multilateral agency estimated a sharp drop in India's GDP growth in FY 27 and FY 28 to moderate at 6.4 per cent. The country will retain its position as the world's fastest-growing major economy, outperforming global and advanced economy averages.&nbsp;IMF said inflation in India is expected to go back to near target levels (2-6 per cent) after a marked decline in 2025, driven by subdued food prices.In its latest World Economic Outlook, the IMF also upgraded its estimates for global economic growth for calendar years 2025 and 2026 to 3.3%, from 3.2% and 3.1%, respectively, in October. For 2027, it forecast 3.2% growth. However, it cautioned that over-optimism about about arteficial intellignece coupled with rising trade and geopolitical tensions can lead to a sharp market crash and disruption in the global economy.&nbsp;Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-pm-modi-russia-president-vladimir-putin-invited-to-join-trump-s-gaza-board-of-peace-1768822239920"> After PM Narendra Modi, Russia President Vladimir Putin invited to join Donald Trump's Gaza 'Board of Peace'</a>&nbsp;The IMF noted that emerging market and developing economies as a group are expected to grow at 4.2 per cent in 2026, while advanced economies as a bloc are estimated to grow at 1.8 per cent. India's growth figures released at the end of November 2025 surprised experts as the GDP growth unexpectedly surged to 8.2 per cent in the July-September quarter, surpassing earlier estimates. Based on the high figures, the Reserve Bank of India revised its growth forecast for teh the current financial year to 7.3 per cent. Earlier this month, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the first advance estimate of GDP growth for 2025-26, pegging it at 7.4%. This implies a slowdown in growth to 6.9% in the second half of the year, from 8% in the first half.

The multilateral agency estimated a sharp drop in India's GDP growth in FY 27 and FY 28 to moderate at 6.4 per cent. The country will retain its position as the world's fastest-growing major economy, outperforming global and advanced economy averages.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Monday (Jan 19) upwardly revised India's economic growth projections for the current financial year (FY26) to 7.3 per cent from its earlier forecast of 6.6 per cent. The rise in growth figures is attributed to the "better-than-expected outturn in the third quarter of the year and strong momentum in the fourth quarter,” the IMF said. The multilateral agency estimated a sharp drop in India's GDP growth in FY 27 and FY 28 to moderate at 6.4 per cent. The country will retain its position as the world's fastest-growing major economy, outperforming global and advanced economy averages. IMF said inflation in India is expected to go back to near target levels (2-6 per cent) after a marked decline in 2025, driven by subdued food prices. In its latest World Economic Outlook, the IMF also upgraded its estimates for global economic growth for calendar years 2025 and 2026 to 3.3%, from 3.2% and 3.1%, respectively, in October. For 2027, it forecast 3.2% growth. However, it cautioned that over-optimism about about arteficial intellignece coupled with rising trade and geopolitical tensions can lead to a sharp market crash and disruption in the global economy. Also Read: After PM Narendra Modi, Russia President Vladimir Putin invited to join Donald Trump's Gaza 'Board of Peace' The IMF noted that emerging market and developing economies as a group are expected to grow at 4.2 per cent in 2026, while advanced economies as a bloc are estimated to grow at 1.8 per cent. India's growth figures released at the end of November 2025 surprised experts as the GDP growth unexpectedly surged to 8.2 per cent in the July-September quarter, surpassing earlier estimates. Based on the high figures, the Reserve Bank of India revised its growth forecast for teh the current financial year to 7.3 per cent. Earlier this month, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the first advance estimate of GDP growth for 2025-26, pegging it at 7.4%. This implies a slowdown in growth to 6.9% in the second half of the year, from 8% in the first half.

The multilateral agency estimated a sharp drop in India's GDP growth in FY 27 and FY 28 to moderate at 6.4 per cent. The country will retain its position as the world's fastest-growing major economy, outperforming global and advanced economy averages.

IMF raises India’s growth forecast to 7.3% in current fiscal; predicts sharp drop next year

During an NBA game organised in London on Sunday (Jan 18), the national anthem of the United States was met with boos and heckles. Among the crowd at the stadium, a person shouted a phrase that seemed like a message for the US President Donald Trump - "Leave Greenland alone." This happened when the actress, Vanessa Williams, started singing the anthem on the stage. In a video posted on the social media platform X, Williams was heard performing the US national anthem when a person from the audience exclaims, “Leave Greenland alone." In response, the crowd sent a loud cheer.

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‘Never seen any national anthem treated like this’&nbsp;The video was shared by a lawyer, Chris Daw, who wrote on X, "The mood of the British crowd at the O2 last night was very clear. Cries of ‘Leave Greenland Alone!’ were met with loud cheers during the US national anthem. And there were jeers of irony at the line, 'land of the free.' I have never seen any national anthem treated like this - feelings are running high in Britain about Trump's attempt to appoint himself King of the World."&nbsp;A security threat?&nbsp;This whole incident came after Trump delivered a new warning regarding Greenland, stating that “now is the time” to eliminate the “Russian threat." Taking to Truth Social on Sunday, the American president wrote, "NATO has been telling Denmark, for 20 years, that ‘you have to get the Russian threat away from Greenland.’ Unfortunately, Denmark has been unable to take action. Now it is time, and it will be done!!! President Donald J. Trump.”&nbsp;On January 11, while speaking to reporters, Trump said, &nbsp;“In the meantime, you have Russian destroyers and submarines, and China destroyers and submarines all over the place. We’re not going to let that happen.” Trump said this in support of his claim that America needs to acquire Greenland as the region poses a national security threat to the US due to pressure from Russia and China.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Major General Søren Andersen, the commander of Denmark’s Joint Arctic Command in Greenland, has countered this narrative. He said, “No. We don’t see a threat from China or Russia today. But we look into a potential threat, and that is what we are training for.”

In a video posted on the social media platform X, Williams was heard performing the US national anthem when a person from the audience exclaims, leave Greenland alone.

During an NBA game organised in London on Sunday (Jan 18), the national anthem of the United States was met with boos and heckles. Among the crowd at the stadium, a person shouted a phrase that seemed like a message for the US President Donald Trump - "Leave Greenland alone." This happened when the actress, Vanessa Williams, started singing the anthem on the stage. In a video posted on the social media platform X, Williams was heard performing the US national anthem when a person from the audience exclaims, “Leave Greenland alone." In response, the crowd sent a loud cheer.

In a video posted on the social media platform X, Williams was heard performing the US national anthem when a person from the audience exclaims, “Leave Greenland alone."&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

WATCH: US national anthem heckled at NBA game in UK, crowd sends 3-WORD message for Trump

A day after India PM Narendra Modi was invited by US President Donald Trump to be part of his Gaza's 'Board of Peace', Russian President Vladimir Putin has also been invited to join the 'Board of Peace', his spokesman said on Monday (January 19). Speaking at a media briefing, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said President Vladimir Putin had received an invitation through diplomatic channels to join the proposed Board of Peace. He added that the Kremlin is currently examining the offer and expects to receive further information from the United States.&nbsp;The board’s creation, which would be chaired by US President Donald Trump, is described as a central element of a UN-backed US initiative aimed at demilitarising and rebuilding Gaza following two years of devastating conflict between Israel and the Hamas militant group. Trump has characterised the body as “the greatest and most prestigious board ever assembled.” According to official statements, its members would include former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, special envoy Steve Witkoff, World Bank President Ajay Banga, billionaire Marc Rowan, and adviser Robert Gabriel.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/political-row-erupts-as-greenland-dog-sled-federation-disinvites-us-envoy-jeff-landry-1768819948717">Political row erupts as Greenland dog sled federation disinvites US Envoy Jeff Landry</a>&nbsp;Other leaders invited to participate include Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Argentine President Javier Milei, and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, their offices confirmed.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/noida-techie-dies-after-car-falls-into-water-filled-pit-at-construction-site-1768812635588/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/noida-techie-dies-after-car-falls-into-water-filled-pit-at-construction-site-1768812635588/embed</a>&nbsp;Announced on Thursday (January 15) as part of the second phase of a 20-point peace initiative endorsed by the United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803, the Board is intended to supervise demilitarisation efforts, humanitarian assistance, and infrastructure reconstruction, as well as the formation of a technocratic Palestinian governing authority under the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), headed by Ali Shaath.

After PM Modi, Russia President Vladimir Putin invited to join Trump's Gaza 'Board of Peace'

A day after India PM Narendra Modi was invited by US President Donald Trump to be part of his Gaza's 'Board of Peace', Russian President Vladimir Putin has also been invited to join the 'Board of Peace', his spokesman said on Monday (January 19). Speaking at a media briefing, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said President Vladimir Putin had received an invitation through diplomatic channels to join the proposed Board of Peace. He added that the Kremlin is currently examining the offer and expects to receive further information from the United States. The board’s creation, which would be chaired by US President Donald Trump, is described as a central element of a UN-backed US initiative aimed at demilitarising and rebuilding Gaza following two years of devastating conflict between Israel and the Hamas militant group. Trump has characterised the body as “the greatest and most prestigious board ever assembled.” According to official statements, its members would include former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, special envoy Steve Witkoff, World Bank President Ajay Banga, billionaire Marc Rowan, and adviser Robert Gabriel. Also Read: Political row erupts as Greenland dog sled federation disinvites US Envoy Jeff Landry Other leaders invited to participate include Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Argentine President Javier Milei, and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, their offices confirmed. https://www.wionews.com/videos/noida-techie-dies-after-car-falls-into-water-filled-pit-at-construction-site-1768812635588/embed Announced on Thursday (January 15) as part of the second phase of a 20-point peace initiative endorsed by the United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803, the Board is intended to supervise demilitarisation efforts, humanitarian assistance, and infrastructure reconstruction, as well as the formation of a technocratic Palestinian governing authority under the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), headed by Ali Shaath.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has been invited to join US President Donald Trump’s ‘Board of Peace', his spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Monday

After PM Narendra Modi, Russia President Vladimir Putin invited to join Donald Trump's Gaza 'Board of Peace'

Greenland’s dog sled federation has distanced itself from US President Donald Trump’s special envoy after reports emerged that he had been invited to attend the country’s annual dog sled race. The incident has added to growing tensions over Washington’s repeated statements about taking control of the Arctic island. The Greenland Dog Sledding Association (KNQK) said it was informed that the private tourism company which invited US envoy Jeff Landry had withdrawn the invitation on its own. In a post on Facebook, the federation said this development was “reassuring” and stressed that it had never supported the idea of foreign political figures attending the event.&nbsp;Landry, who is also the governor of Louisiana, was appointed by Trump last month as a special envoy tasked with advancing US interests in Greenland. Trump has repeatedly claimed that Greenland is strategically important for US and Arctic security, comments that have angered officials in both Greenland and Denmark. Greenland is an autonomous territory within the Danish kingdom. KNQK previously described the invitation to Landry as “totally inappropriate,” saying the dog sled race is a cultural and sporting event, not a political platform. The federation said it opposes any political pressure or influence from outside Greenland, especially from foreign governments.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-next-on-trump-land-grab-list-china-may-have-something-to-do-with-it-reports-claim-1768818254512">Canada next on Trump 'land grab' list? China may have something to do with it. Reports claim...</a><h2>Organizers launch inquiry into invitation</h2>In a separate statement, KNQK said it is now investigating how the invitation was sent in the first place. According to the federation, an American journalist alerted them that Landry had been invited to attend the race. KNQK said it considers the involvement of foreign political figures “wholly inappropriate” and wants to determine who was responsible. Landry had earlier described his role as Trump’s envoy as an “honour” and said he would work to make Greenland “a part of the US” These remarks have further fueled concern among Greenlandic and Danish leaders.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-anti-terror-ops-underway-in-j-k-s-kishtwar-after-grenade-attack-injures-1768811753571/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-anti-terror-ops-underway-in-j-k-s-kishtwar-after-grenade-attack-injures-1768811753571/embed</a>&nbsp;The issue also echoes a similar controversy from last year. At that time, US VP JD Vance’s wife, Usha Vance, planned to attend the same dog sled race during an uninvited visit to Greenland. After strong opposition from Denmark, her plans were canceled and replaced with a visit to a US military base in northwest Greenland. Trump has continued to criticise Denmark’s defense efforts in Greenland, recently mocking them by referring to the island’s traditional dog sled patrols.

Political row erupts as Greenland dog sled federation disinvites US Envoy Jeff Landry

Greenland’s dog sled federation has distanced itself from US President Donald Trump’s special envoy after reports emerged that he had been invited to attend the country’s annual dog sled race. The incident has added to growing tensions over Washington’s repeated statements about taking control of the Arctic island. The Greenland Dog Sledding Association (KNQK) said it was informed that the private tourism company which invited US envoy Jeff Landry had withdrawn the invitation on its own. In a post on Facebook, the federation said this development was “reassuring” and stressed that it had never supported the idea of foreign political figures attending the event. Landry, who is also the governor of Louisiana, was appointed by Trump last month as a special envoy tasked with advancing US interests in Greenland. Trump has repeatedly claimed that Greenland is strategically important for US and Arctic security, comments that have angered officials in both Greenland and Denmark. Greenland is an autonomous territory within the Danish kingdom. KNQK previously described the invitation to Landry as “totally inappropriate,” saying the dog sled race is a cultural and sporting event, not a political platform. The federation said it opposes any political pressure or influence from outside Greenland, especially from foreign governments. Also Read: Canada next on Trump 'land grab' list? China may have something to do with it. Reports claim... Organizers launch inquiry into invitation In a separate statement, KNQK said it is now investigating how the invitation was sent in the first place. According to the federation, an American journalist alerted them that Landry had been invited to attend the race. KNQK said it considers the involvement of foreign political figures “wholly inappropriate” and wants to determine who was responsible. Landry had earlier described his role as Trump’s envoy as an “honour” and said he would work to make Greenland “a part of the US” These remarks have further fueled concern among Greenlandic and Danish leaders. https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-anti-terror-ops-underway-in-j-k-s-kishtwar-after-grenade-attack-injures-1768811753571/embed The issue also echoes a similar controversy from last year. At that time, US VP JD Vance’s wife, Usha Vance, planned to attend the same dog sled race during an uninvited visit to Greenland. After strong opposition from Denmark, her plans were canceled and replaced with a visit to a US military base in northwest Greenland. Trump has continued to criticise Denmark’s defense efforts in Greenland, recently mocking them by referring to the island’s traditional dog sled patrols.

Greenland’s dog sled federation has said that an invite to Trump’s Arctic envoy Jeff Landry was withdrawn, calling foreign political involvement inappropriate

The Bangladesh government has downplayed the atrocities done to the minority community, particularly the Hindus in the recent protests held in the country by saying that most of the cases were not driven by communal hatred. The chief adviser of interim Bangladesh government, Mohammad Yunus, said that out of the 645 incidents involving members of minority communities from January to December 2025, only 71 were communal in nature.&nbsp;The government reached to this number through verified First Information Reports, General Diaries, charge sheets, and investigation updates nationwide.&nbsp;A statement shared on the official X handle of the chief adviser read, “While every incident is a matter of concern, the data presents a clear and evidence-based picture: the overwhelming majority of cases were criminal in nature rather than communal, underscoring both the complexity of law-and-order challenges and the importance of grounding public discussion in facts rather than fear or misinformation."<h2>Minority killings in Bangladesh</h2>The attack on minorities in Bangladesh have continued even as the Muhammad Yunus led government assured that safety of all religion is being ensured. The Rights &amp; Risks Analysis Group (RRAG) reported that at least 15 Hindu minorities were murdered in the 45-day period between December 1, 2025, and January 15, 2026. The series of killing started with the lynching and public burning of Dipu Chandra Das on December 18 in Mymensingh. On Jan 3, a Hindu woman was raped by two men in Jhenaidah district. After Dipu Chandra's lynching, on Dec 24, Amrit Mandal also known as Samrat was killed in Rajbari district. On Dec 28, Bijendra Biswas was shot dead by a colleague in a garment factory in Mymensingh. On Dec 31, a Hindu businessman, Khokon Chandra Das, from Shariatpur was attacked, hacked, and set on fire. He later died in the hospital on Jan 3. On Jan 5, a grocery shop owner identified as Sarat Chakraborty Mani, was hacked to death while closing his shop in Narsingdi. Moreover, Proloy Chaki, a Hindu politician and cultural activist died in custody on January 11. On the same day, a 28-year-old Hindu auto driver, identified as Samir Das, was beaten to death. Hindu factory owner and acting editor of a newspaper, Rana Pratap Bairagi, was also shot dead in the Jashore district in the first week of January.&nbsp;

The government reached to this number on the basis of verified First Information Reports, General Diaries, charge sheets, and investigation updates nationwide.

The Bangladesh government has downplayed the atrocities done to the minority community, particularly the Hindus in the recent protests held in the country by saying that most of the cases were not driven by communal hatred. The chief adviser of interim Bangladesh government, Mohammad Yunus, said that out of the 645 incidents involving members of minority communities from January to December 2025, only 71 were communal in nature. The government reached to this number through verified First Information Reports, General Diaries, charge sheets, and investigation updates nationwide. A statement shared on the official X handle of the chief adviser read, “While every incident is a matter of concern, the data presents a clear and evidence-based picture: the overwhelming majority of cases were criminal in nature rather than communal, underscoring both the complexity of law-and-order challenges and the importance of grounding public discussion in facts rather than fear or misinformation." Minority killings in Bangladesh The attack on minorities in Bangladesh have continued even as the Muhammad Yunus led government assured that safety of all religion is being ensured. The Rights & Risks Analysis Group (RRAG) reported that at least 15 Hindu minorities were murdered in the 45-day period between December 1, 2025, and January 15, 2026. The series of killing started with the lynching and public burning of Dipu Chandra Das on December 18 in Mymensingh. On Jan 3, a Hindu woman was raped by two men in Jhenaidah district. After Dipu Chandra's lynching, on Dec 24, Amrit Mandal also known as Samrat was killed in Rajbari district. On Dec 28, Bijendra Biswas was shot dead by a colleague in a garment factory in Mymensingh. On Dec 31, a Hindu businessman, Khokon Chandra Das, from Shariatpur was attacked, hacked, and set on fire. He later died in the hospital on Jan 3. On Jan 5, a grocery shop owner identified as Sarat Chakraborty Mani, was hacked to death while closing his shop in Narsingdi. Moreover, Proloy Chaki, a Hindu politician and cultural activist died in custody on January 11. On the same day, a 28-year-old Hindu auto driver, identified as Samir Das, was beaten to death. Hindu factory owner and acting editor of a newspaper, Rana Pratap Bairagi, was also shot dead in the Jashore district in the first week of January.

The government reached to this number on the basis of verified First Information Reports, General Diaries, charge sheets, and investigation updates nationwide.

Most cases involving minorities non-communal, says Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus

Despite the recent thaw in US-Canada ties since Mike Carney became Canadian prime minister after the disastrous show of Justin Trudeau, President Donald Trump has still not fully abandoned ambitions of making Canada the 51st state of the US, something he had threatened for months. If new reports are to be believed, there is still a 'secret plan' for a Canada land grab, with officials citing the same reasons attributed to Trump's moves for 'acquiring' Greenland: Arctic security, Russia and China. Citing officials, NBC News and other outlets reported that discussions on Canada gathered steam amid the recent visit of Carney to China. Will Trump act on his threat to take over its northern neighbour, or station US troops along its Arctic region?<h2>What US officials said about Canada and Arctic security</h2>Several unnamed current and former American officials told NBC News New York that Trump has privately ‘expressed concern’ to his aides about Canada’s ability to defend its northern border (in the Arctic region) against Russia and China. In the article titled Trump's latest Western Hemisphere fixation: Canada, NBC said Trump is "privately ramping up his focus on another target in the Western Hemisphere", Canada.<h2>Canada’s northern border, a key part of Trump’s vision of “solidifying” the Western Hemisphere</h2>Trump's push on Greenland has increased internal discussions about a broader 'Arctic strategy' that also includes Canada. The worry among American officials appears to be that, like Denmark—whose autonomous territory is Greenland—Canada would be unable to defend its borders against encroachment from Russia or China.Specific arguments include that Canada needs to spend more on defence. "The world doesn’t see Canada as a major force when it comes to defence,” one official told NBC.Addressing this gap could include potentially reaching an agreement with Canada to fortify its northern border, said the report.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-and-canada-bat-for-new-world-order-announce-mutual-tariffs-relief-1768571722417">China and Canada bat for ‘new world order’, announce mutual tariffs relief</a><h2>But will Trump actually invade Canada over Arctic security?</h2>The objective discussed by officials cited in the NBC report is more about strengthening the focus on Arctic defences and cooperation, not annexation or takeover of Canada. But extrapolating from the NBC news report, Trump-aligned media went on to claim that the president may be planning a 'land grab' in Canada. The Daily Beast, for instance, said in a report: "With 3.85 million square miles and 40 million residents, Canada is the largest target on Trump’s growing list of potential land grabs."<h2>Countering Russia and China: The US Arctic strategy</h2>NBC quoted an official as saying that Canada stands to benefit from the US having Greenland, adding: “At the end of the day, this is to stop Russia and China from having a further presence in the Arctic.”&nbsp;The reports came as Canadian PM Carney said on Friday (Jan 16) that Canada stands behind Denmark as a NATO ally over the Greenland dispute.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-turning-point-canada-s-mark-carney-meets-xi-jinping-for-top-level-talks-in-beijing-after-eight-year-freeze-1768533653920">‘Turning point’: Canada's Mark Carney meets Xi Jinping for top level talks in Beijing after eight-year freeze</a><h2>Trump's longstanding desire for Canada</h2>At least since 2024, Trump often threatened to use economic force against Canada and joked about making it the 51st state of the US. In fact, the last general election was won by Carney partly on a campaign focused against these moves by Trump. For much of 2025, Trump engaged in a tariff and trade war with Canada, openly sparring with its government and leaders.Behind the scenes meanwhile, US officials have been holding talks with Canadian counterparts on how to increase defence cooperation in the Arctic.The NBC report said the discussions do not include stationing US troops on Canadian soil.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/canada-china-trade-deal-slashes-canola-tariffs-1768629050473/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/canada-china-trade-deal-slashes-canola-tariffs-1768629050473/embed</a><h2>Carney's China play is adding to the tensions</h2>Carney, for his part, received a red carpet welcome in China on Friday. This is an effort to improve ties which went south since the arrest of Huawei CFO’s daughter, Meng Wanzhou, and further strains over the jailing of Canadian citizens in China. Carney, who met with President Xi Jinping in Beijing, became the first Canadian leader to visit China since 2017.<h2>Will Trump really invade Canada or deploy American military there?</h2>Trump himself had said earlier that it’s highly unlikely he would use military force against Canada. But now we have the case of Venezuela, which US forces attacked to extract its then-president Nicolás Maduro on January 3. Besides the threats to Greenland, Trump has also not ruled out US military deployment in Colombia and Mexico.&nbsp;So one cannot predict what will happen to Canada.

Trump has privately expressed concerns about Canada’s ability to provide Arctic security amid China and Russia threats. But is this a precursor to a “land grab” of America's northern neighbour?

Despite the recent thaw in US-Canada ties since Mike Carney became Canadian prime minister after the disastrous show of Justin Trudeau, President Donald Trump has still not fully abandoned ambitions of making Canada the 51st state of the US, something he had threatened for months. If new reports are to be believed, there is still a 'secret plan' for a Canada land grab, with officials citing the same reasons attributed to Trump's moves for 'acquiring' Greenland: Arctic security, Russia and China. Citing officials, NBC News and other outlets reported that discussions on Canada gathered steam amid the recent visit of Carney to China. Will Trump act on his threat to take over its northern neighbour, or station US troops along its Arctic region? What US officials said about Canada and Arctic security Several unnamed current and former American officials told NBC News New York that Trump has privately ‘expressed concern’ to his aides about Canada’s ability to defend its northern border (in the Arctic region) against Russia and China. In the article titled Trump's latest Western Hemisphere fixation: Canada, NBC said Trump is "privately ramping up his focus on another target in the Western Hemisphere", Canada. Canada’s northern border, a key part of Trump’s vision of “solidifying” the Western Hemisphere Trump's push on Greenland has increased internal discussions about a broader 'Arctic strategy' that also includes Canada. The worry among American officials appears to be that, like Denmark—whose autonomous territory is Greenland—Canada would be unable to defend its borders against encroachment from Russia or China. Specific arguments include that Canada needs to spend more on defence. "The world doesn’t see Canada as a major force when it comes to defence,” one official told NBC. Addressing this gap could include potentially reaching an agreement with Canada to fortify its northern border, said the report. Also read: China and Canada bat for ‘new world order’, announce mutual tariffs relief But will Trump actually invade Canada over Arctic security? The objective discussed by officials cited in the NBC report is more about strengthening the focus on Arctic defences and cooperation, not annexation or takeover of Canada. But extrapolating from the NBC news report, Trump-aligned media went on to claim that the president may be planning a 'land grab' in Canada. The Daily Beast, for instance, said in a report: "With 3.85 million square miles and 40 million residents, Canada is the largest target on Trump’s growing list of potential land grabs." Countering Russia and China: The US Arctic strategy NBC quoted an official as saying that Canada stands to benefit from the US having Greenland, adding: “At the end of the day, this is to stop Russia and China from having a further presence in the Arctic.” The reports came as Canadian PM Carney said on Friday (Jan 16) that Canada stands behind Denmark as a NATO ally over the Greenland dispute. Also read: ‘Turning point’: Canada's Mark Carney meets Xi Jinping for top level talks in Beijing after eight-year freeze Trump's longstanding desire for Canada At least since 2024, Trump often threatened to use economic force against Canada and joked about making it the 51st state of the US. In fact, the last general election was won by Carney partly on a campaign focused against these moves by Trump. For much of 2025, Trump engaged in a tariff and trade war with Canada, openly sparring with its government and leaders. Behind the scenes meanwhile, US officials have been holding talks with Canadian counterparts on how to increase defence cooperation in the Arctic. The NBC report said the discussions do not include stationing US troops on Canadian soil. https://www.wionews.com/videos/canada-china-trade-deal-slashes-canola-tariffs-1768629050473/embed Carney's China play is adding to the tensions Carney, for his part, received a red carpet welcome in China on Friday. This is an effort to improve ties which went south since the arrest of Huawei CFO’s daughter, Meng Wanzhou, and further strains over the jailing of Canadian citizens in China. Carney, who met with President Xi Jinping in Beijing, became the first Canadian leader to visit China since 2017. Will Trump really invade Canada or deploy American military there? Trump himself had said earlier that it’s highly unlikely he would use military force against Canada. But now we have the case of Venezuela, which US forces attacked to extract its then-president Nicolás Maduro on January 3. Besides the threats to Greenland, Trump has also not ruled out US military deployment in Colombia and Mexico. So one cannot predict what will happen to Canada.

Trump has privately expressed concerns about Canada’s ability to provide Arctic security amid China and Russia threats. But is this a precursor to a “land grab” of America's northern neighbour?

Canada next on Trump 'land grab' list? China may have something to do with it. Reports claim...

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In October 2025, the Louvre museum heist shocked art enthusiasts in France and world over. The museum in Paris is known for hosting&nbsp;Italian artist Leonardo da Vinci's painting of the Mona Lisa. Well, the artwork is safe, but other precious artefacts have been stolen. And now, months later a new footage of the robbery has been retrieved from security cameras. In this video, a person can be seen punching his fist into the glass and grabbing the jewels placed in the unit. There are two people in the frame working in tandem and quite swiftly.&nbsp;It was a broad daylight robbery that took place in October, when thieves took away prized jewels worth $102 million from the premises. She also said that the diamond- and emerald-studded crown, which was dropped and damaged during the robbery, could be restored. In less than 10 minutes, the museum, where tourists flock to see legendary Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, lost its sparkle and sparked a lot of security concerns.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bengaluru-s-own-louvre-heist-fake-rbi-crew-steals-7-11-crore-in-broad-daylight-here-s-how-the-unprecedented-robbery-happened-1763615230662">Bengaluru’s own Louvre heist? How a fake RBI crew stole ₹7.11 crore in 30 mins, that too in broad daylight</a><h2>Watch footage here:&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Turns out the October Louvre heist looks even worse on replay, with new footage revealing how $100 million in art walked out the door.<a href="https://t.co/p8xXpWo46i">pic.twitter.com/p8xXpWo46i</a>&mdash; Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) <a href="https://twitter.com/MarioNawfal/status/2012918463224832271?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;<h2>Museum director's admission</h2>&nbsp;Director Laurence des Cars admitted to inadequate camera surveillance. Speaking for the first time after the heist, the museum director told French lawmakers, “Despite our efforts, despite our hard work on a daily basis, we failed.”&nbsp;She added, "The only camera installed is directed westward and therefore did not cover the balcony involved in the break-in.”&nbsp;<h2>What was stolen?</h2>As per a report by Bloomberg, the robbers stole a total of eight royal artifacts which included: a sapphire diadem, necklace, and single earring from a matching set linked to 19th-century French queens Marie-Amélie and Hortense; an emerald necklace and earrings from Empress Marie-Louise, second wife Napoleon Bonaparte; a reliquary brooch; Empress Eugénie’s diadem; and her large corsage-bow brooch.&nbsp;The crown of Empress Eugenie, the wife of Napoleon III, however, has been found by the authorities in damaged condition near the museum. The crown has 1,354 diamonds and 56 emeralds, and golden eagles, as per the museum website.

In this video, a person can be seen punching his fist into the glass and grabbing the jewels placed in the unit. There are two people in the frame working in tandem and quite swiftly.



In October 2025, the Louvre museum heist shocked art enthusiasts in France and world over. The museum in Paris is known for hosting Italian artist Leonardo da Vinci's painting of the Mona Lisa. Well, the artwork is safe, but other precious artefacts have been stolen. And now, months later a new footage of the robbery has been retrieved from security cameras. In this video, a person can be seen punching his fist into the glass and grabbing the jewels placed in the unit. There are two people in the frame working in tandem and quite swiftly. It was a broad daylight robbery that took place in October, when thieves took away prized jewels worth $102 million from the premises. She also said that the diamond- and emerald-studded crown, which was dropped and damaged during the robbery, could be restored. In less than 10 minutes, the museum, where tourists flock to see legendary Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, lost its sparkle and sparked a lot of security concerns. Also read: Bengaluru’s own Louvre heist? How a fake RBI crew stole ₹7.11 crore in 30 mins, that too in broad daylight Watch footage here:

In this video, a person can be seen punching his fist into the glass and grabbing the jewels placed in the unit. There are two people in the frame working in tandem and quite swiftly.

New Louvre video emerges, reveals what happened at heist scene - WATCH

Grassroots groups across the US are calling for a nationwide “Free America Walkout” on January 20, marking the anniversary of Donald Trump’s inauguration. Led by the Women’s March, the protests oppose ICE raids, healthcare cuts and executive actions, with over 600 events planned nationwide.

‘Free America walkout’: Nationwide protests planned on Trump inauguration anniversary on Jan 20

The European Union is planning countermeasures worth €93 billion (around $100 billion) of American goods in retaliation for US President Donald Trump’s threatened tariffs on European nations supporting Greenland, over his alleged plans to take control of the Danish autonomous territory. According to reports in Western media, EU officials drew up the measures to provide leverage ahead of meetings with Trump during the World Economic Forum in Davos starting on Monday (Jan 19). There could be more, as there's talk of EU invoking the Anti-Coercion Instrument against the US. Here is what you should know:<h2>Trump plan to impose EU tariffs</h2>Over the weekend, the Trump administration announced plans to impose tariffs on imports from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands and Finland over their support for Greenland, which the US seeks to annex, citing national security concerns. The tariffs would go into effect on 1 February unless progress is made towards an agreement on Greenland transferring to US control.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/so-much-for-greenland-defence-by-nato-german-soldiers-quietly-exit-territory-amid-trump-invasion-talk-claims-report-1768805096468">So much for Greenland defence by NATO: German soldiers quietly exit territory amid Trump invasion talk, claims report</a><h2>Going beyond tariffs? European Union might invoke the Anti-Coercion Instrument</h2>The EU is also mulling to invoke its Anti-Coercion Instrument which had been established in 2023. The instrument allows EU to respond to economic coercion by third countries through measures including tariffs, restrictions on public procurement, limits on services and investment, and curbs on intellectual property rights. Some EU governments are seeking to delay such a retaliation and instead allow for more negotiations. Others, including France, advocate immediate countermeasures if the US acts on its tariff threats.The US appears to be calibrating the tariff punishment, with a 10 per cent rate starting from February 1. If no agreement is reached, the rates could go up to 25 per cent by June.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-greenland-dispute-deepens-as-trump-threatens-europe-with-tariffs-1768708241266/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-greenland-dispute-deepens-as-trump-threatens-europe-with-tariffs-1768708241266/embed</a><h2>Clear retaliation measures at hand: EU responds to Trump tariff theats over Greenland</h2>A EU diplomat cited in the Financial Times said the bloc has “clear retaliation instruments at hand if this continues”.Calling the Trump administration’s threats “pure mafioso methods”, the diplomat said European leaders still wanted to give the US president “an opportunity to climb down the ladder”.A joint statement from the affected countries said the US tariff threat “undermines transatlantic relations and risks a dangerous downward spiral.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-now-it-is-time-trump-s-fresh-warning-to-denmark-greenland-over-russian-threat-1768800160244">‘Now it is time…’: Trump’s fresh warning to Denmark, Greenland over ‘Russian threat’</a><h2>What is the Greenland puzzle roiling transatlantic unity?</h2>Trump is seeking greater US leverage over Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark with strategic importance in the Arctic amid the growing military presence of Russia and the rising influence of China.Several European NATO members – of which the US is a prominent partner – have participated in symbolic military deployments to Greenland under Operation Arctic Endurance. The confrontation is one of the most serious transatlantic disputes in decades. It raises concerns about the future of EU–US trade ties and cohesion within the NATO defence alliance.

European Union is reportedly preparing tariffs worth $100 billion on US goods in retaliation for Trump’s Greenland tariff threat. There could be more, as there's talk of EU invoking the Anti-Coercion Instrument against the US

The European Union is planning countermeasures worth €93 billion (around $100 billion) of American goods in retaliation for US President Donald Trump’s threatened tariffs on European nations supporting Greenland, over his alleged plans to take control of the Danish autonomous territory. According to reports in Western media, EU officials drew up the measures to provide leverage ahead of meetings with Trump during the World Economic Forum in Davos starting on Monday (Jan 19). There could be more, as there's talk of EU invoking the Anti-Coercion Instrument against the US. Here is what you should know: Trump plan to impose EU tariffs Over the weekend, the Trump administration announced plans to impose tariffs on imports from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands and Finland over their support for Greenland, which the US seeks to annex, citing national security concerns. The tariffs would go into effect on 1 February unless progress is made towards an agreement on Greenland transferring to US control. Also read: So much for Greenland defence by NATO: German soldiers quietly exit territory amid Trump invasion talk, claims report Going beyond tariffs? European Union might invoke the Anti-Coercion Instrument The EU is also mulling to invoke its Anti-Coercion Instrument which had been established in 2023. The instrument allows EU to respond to economic coercion by third countries through measures including tariffs, restrictions on public procurement, limits on services and investment, and curbs on intellectual property rights. Some EU governments are seeking to delay such a retaliation and instead allow for more negotiations. Others, including France, advocate immediate countermeasures if the US acts on its tariff threats. The US appears to be calibrating the tariff punishment, with a 10 per cent rate starting from February 1. If no agreement is reached, the rates could go up to 25 per cent by June. https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-greenland-dispute-deepens-as-trump-threatens-europe-with-tariffs-1768708241266/embed Clear retaliation measures at hand: EU responds to Trump tariff theats over Greenland A EU diplomat cited in the Financial Times said the bloc has “clear retaliation instruments at hand if this continues”. Calling the Trump administration’s threats “pure mafioso methods”, the diplomat said European leaders still wanted to give the US president “an opportunity to climb down the ladder”. A joint statement from the affected countries said the US tariff threat “undermines transatlantic relations and risks a dangerous downward spiral.” Also read: ‘Now it is time…’: Trump’s fresh warning to Denmark, Greenland over ‘Russian threat’ What is the Greenland puzzle roiling transatlantic unity? Trump is seeking greater US leverage over Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark with strategic importance in the Arctic amid the growing military presence of Russia and the rising influence of China. Several European NATO members – of which the US is a prominent partner – have participated in symbolic military deployments to Greenland under Operation Arctic Endurance. The confrontation is one of the most serious transatlantic disputes in decades. It raises concerns about the future of EU–US trade ties and cohesion within the NATO defence alliance.

European Union is reportedly preparing tariffs worth $100 billion on US goods in retaliation for Trump’s Greenland tariff threat. There could be more, as there's talk of EU invoking the Anti-Coercion Instrument against the US

$100 billion tariffs on US goods: That’s what Europe is planning in retaliation for Trump's Greenland tariff threat. There could be more...

US President Donald Trump reportedly wrote a letter to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store over not getting a Nobel Peace Prize despite claiming to end eight wars in the world. He also linked the prestigious award to Greenland threats, saying that he is no longer obliged to only think of peace and suggesting a possible annexation of the Arctic territory. He also questioned Denmark’s ‘right of ownership’ of the island. Ironically, the Nobel Peace Prize is not decided by the Norwegian government but awarded by an independent committee.“Dear Jonas: Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace, although it will always be predominant, but can now think about what is good and proper for the United States of America,” Trump wrote in the letter addressed to Norwegian prime minister, as reported by PBS.Trump further said that Denmark is incapable of protecting Greenland from Russia and China. He even went further to question Copenhagen’s ownership of the Arctic island, saying that there are “no written documents” stating they own the territory.“Denmark cannot protect that land from Russia or China, and why do they have a ‘right of ownership’ anyway? There are no written documents, it’s only that a boat landed there hundreds of years ago, but we also had boats landing there, also,” Trump said.The US president further stated, “I have done more for NATO than any other person since its founding, and now, NATO should do something for the United States. The World is not secure unless we have Complete and Total Control of Greenland. Thank you! President DJT”Earlier on Monday (Jan 19), Trump claimed that NATO had warned Denmark about “Russian threat” for 20 years, but Copenhagen “has been unable to do anything about it.”In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump wrote late Sunday, “NATO has been telling Denmark, for 20 years, that ‘you have to get the Russian threat away from Greenland.’ Unfortunately, Denmark has been unable to do anything about it. Now it is time, and it will be done!!!”<h2>What Nobel Committee said</h2>Earlier on Friday (Jan 16), the Nobel Committee said that “the Nobel Prize and the laureate are inseparable,” after Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado presented her Peace Prize to Trump. “Even if the medal or diploma later comes into someone else’s possession, this does not alter who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize,” the statement added.In another statement on social media on Sunday (Jan 18), the Nobel committee said “a prize can therefore not, even symbolically, be passed on or further distributed.”<h2>Trump imposes tariffs on Greenland’s allies</h2>Earlier on Saturday (Jan 17), tension between the Trump administration and NATO allies flared after Trump announced imposing a 10 per cent tariff on Greenland’s allies, including Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland. Trump also warned that the tariffs, which will be levied from February 1, will be increased to 25 per cent on June 1.

Trump claimed a Nobel Peace Prize snub freed him from “thinking only of peace,” questioned Denmark’s right to Greenland and hinted at annexation, linking the issue to NATO security and Russian and Chinese threats.

US President Donald Trump reportedly wrote a letter to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store over not getting a Nobel Peace Prize despite claiming to end eight wars in the world. He also linked the prestigious award to Greenland threats, saying that he is no longer obliged to only think of peace and suggesting a possible annexation of the Arctic territory. He also questioned Denmark’s ‘right of ownership’ of the island. Ironically, the Nobel Peace Prize is not decided by the Norwegian government but awarded by an independent committee. “Dear Jonas: Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace, although it will always be predominant, but can now think about what is good and proper for the United States of America,” Trump wrote in the letter addressed to Norwegian prime minister, as reported by PBS. Trump further said that Denmark is incapable of protecting Greenland from Russia and China. He even went further to question Copenhagen’s ownership of the Arctic island, saying that there are “no written documents” stating they own the territory. “Denmark cannot protect that land from Russia or China, and why do they have a ‘right of ownership’ anyway? There are no written documents, it’s only that a boat landed there hundreds of years ago, but we also had boats landing there, also,” Trump said. The US president further stated, “I have done more for NATO than any other person since its founding, and now, NATO should do something for the United States. The World is not secure unless we have Complete and Total Control of Greenland. Thank you! President DJT” Earlier on Monday (Jan 19), Trump claimed that NATO had warned Denmark about “Russian threat” for 20 years, but Copenhagen “has been unable to do anything about it.” In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump wrote late Sunday, “NATO has been telling Denmark, for 20 years, that ‘you have to get the Russian threat away from Greenland.’ Unfortunately, Denmark has been unable to do anything about it. Now it is time, and it will be done!!!” What Nobel Committee said Earlier on Friday (Jan 16), the Nobel Committee said that “the Nobel Prize and the laureate are inseparable,” after Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado presented her Peace Prize to Trump. “Even if the medal or diploma later comes into someone else’s possession, this does not alter who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize,” the statement added. In another statement on social media on Sunday (Jan 18), the Nobel committee said “a prize can therefore not, even symbolically, be passed on or further distributed.” Trump imposes tariffs on Greenland’s allies Earlier on Saturday (Jan 17), tension between the Trump administration and NATO allies flared after Trump announced imposing a 10 per cent tariff on Greenland’s allies, including Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland. Trump also warned that the tariffs, which will be levied from February 1, will be increased to 25 per cent on June 1.

Trump claimed a Nobel Peace Prize snub freed him from “thinking only of peace,” questioned Denmark’s right to Greenland and hinted at annexation, linking the issue to NATO security and Russian and Chinese threats.

No Nobel, no peace? Trump writes to Norway PM, targets Greenland after Nobel snub

United States President Donald Trump's “Board of Peace” to oversee Gaza reconstruction 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.After the announcement of “Board of Peace” Trump took to Truth Social to write, “I can say with certainty that it is the Greatest and Most Prestigious Board ever assembled at any time, any place."<h2>Motive of the Board</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;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/so-much-for-greenland-defence-by-nato-german-soldiers-quietly-exit-territory-amid-trump-invasion-talk-claims-report-1768805096468">So much for Greenland defence by NATO: German soldiers quietly exit territory amid Trump invasion talk, claims report</a>&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;

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.

United States President Donald Trump's “Board of Peace” to oversee Gaza reconstruction 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. After the announcement of “Board of Peace” Trump took to Truth Social to write, “I can say with certainty that it is the Greatest and Most Prestigious Board ever assembled at any time, any place." Motive of the Board 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. ALSO READ: So much for Greenland defence by NATO: German soldiers quietly exit territory amid Trump invasion talk, claims report 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.

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.

What is Trump's ambitious 'Board of Peace', being pitched as substitute of UN?

A reconnaissance team of Bundeswehr, the German Armed forces, departed from Greenland over the weekend after their reconnaissance mission was cancelled, the newspaper BILD claimed. The report came amid US President Donald Trump’s continuous public threats to Greenland, hinting at invading the territory due to its ‘national security’ importance and threat posed by Russia.&nbsp;<h2>NATO wobbling on Greenland defence</h2>Some NATO nations are being mocked for having sent only small contingents, sometimes just one or two soldiers, to support Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, which is covered under NATO defence obligations of ‘one for all, all for one’. The situation is panning out to be a case of ‘ally versus ally’ within the Western defence bloc, of which the US is a prominent member.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-now-it-is-time-trump-s-fresh-warning-to-denmark-greenland-over-russian-threat-1768800160244">‘Now it is time…’: Trump’s fresh warning to Denmark, Greenland over ‘Russian threat’</a><h2>German federal defence's reconnaissance team leaves Greenland</h2>The 15 soldiers from Bundeswehr's Army, Air Force and Navy had arrived in Greenland on Friday as part of a reconnaissance mission by NATO states at Denmark’s invitation. The aim was to conduct an exercise and to explore possible future training and stationing options. The deployment was launched after the collapse of a planned meeting of top foreign officials of the US, Denmark and Greenlandin Washington.The BILD report claimed that the Bundeswehr reconnaissance team departed Greenland after just two days there. It said the soldiers, led by Rear Admiral Stefan Pauly, Inspector of the German Navy, left on Sunday afternoon (Jan18), shortly before departure at Nuuk Airport.&nbsp;The order to pull out was reportedly sent from Berlin early that morning. The departure aircraft had to be de-iced before take-off, causing a delay.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-star-wars-why-a-us-takeover-of-greenland-saves-europe-from-china-1768771288821">'Star Wars': Why a US takeover of Greenland saves Europe from China</a>&nbsp;Earlier, the German Defence Ministry said that a flight had originally been planned to the Danish military base at Kangilinnguit, where reconnaissance activities were scheduled. These plans were affected by poor weather conditions and were subsequently changed, leading to the decision to depart Greenland, as per the report.On Friday, a Defence Ministry spokesperson, Michael Stempfle, said he did not want to go into detail about the departure date.The soldiers had landed in Greenland a day later than originally planned. They were initially scheduled to fly directly to Greenland aboard a Bundeswehr Airbus A400M between 15 and 17 January. Instead, they travelled via Denmark and only reached Greenland on 16 January using a Danish aircraft, the report said.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/why-us-lawmakers-now-call-greenland-a-national-security-asset-1768769129607">Why US lawmakers now call Greenland a national security asset</a><h2>Is Berlin reacting to Trump’s tariff and takeover rhetoric?</h2>On Saturday, Rear Admiral Pauly said that discussions had been held with Danish forces and other allies about possibilities for further cooperation on the island, including the option of a larger joint military exercise. He said they were awaiting approval from Berlin on what activities would be authorised. Within only a few hours of those remarks, Bundeswehr personnel were already at the airport with all their equipment, preparing to depart. Coincidentally, Trump warned of tariff hikes of up to 25 per cent on countries defending Greenland, which appears to have created a change of heart in some European defence headquarters.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/france-s-future-in-nato-under-scanner-as-greenland-crisis-fuels-divisions-within-1768746988178/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/france-s-future-in-nato-under-scanner-as-greenland-crisis-fuels-divisions-within-1768746988178/embed</a><h2>Why is Greenland pitting NATO allies US against Europe?</h2>Greenland, a self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. Denmark is a NATO member state. Greenland’s defence falls under NATO’s collective defence framework. Greenland’s government has repeatedly rejected any notion of a US takeover, insisting that Greenlanders would decide its future.Trump reiterated his view that Greenland is of major strategic importance to the US, citing Arctic security, Russian military positioning and rising Chinese influence in the region.&nbsp;<h2>Small troop size in Greenland exercises raise criticism</h2>Over the past few days, several NATO countries, including Germany, the UK and France, &nbsp;participated in Arctic and Greenland-related exercises under Danish leadership. But they often deployed very small units focused on reconnaissance, logistics and cooperation rather than permanent stationing. Reports of some of these nations sending only one or two soldiers each caused widespread mockery.Germany’s defence ministry, meanwhile, insisted that the departure of its reconnaissance team from Greenland was carried out according to revised operational planning, and bad weather. It maintained that the exit does not signal a withdrawal from NATO’s broader commitment to Arctic security.

German Bundeswehr troops on a NATO recon mission reportedly left Greenland abruptly. Bad weather is being blamed, but could it be because Trump is raising invasion rhetoric and slapping tariffs on European nations backing the territory? 

A reconnaissance team of Bundeswehr, the German Armed forces, departed from Greenland over the weekend after their reconnaissance mission was cancelled, the newspaper BILD claimed. The report came amid US President Donald Trump’s continuous public threats to Greenland, hinting at invading the territory due to its ‘national security’ importance and threat posed by Russia. NATO wobbling on Greenland defence Some NATO nations are being mocked for having sent only small contingents, sometimes just one or two soldiers, to support Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, which is covered under NATO defence obligations of ‘one for all, all for one’. The situation is panning out to be a case of ‘ally versus ally’ within the Western defence bloc, of which the US is a prominent member. Also read: ‘Now it is time…’: Trump’s fresh warning to Denmark, Greenland over ‘Russian threat’ German federal defence's reconnaissance team leaves Greenland The 15 soldiers from Bundeswehr's Army, Air Force and Navy had arrived in Greenland on Friday as part of a reconnaissance mission by NATO states at Denmark’s invitation. The aim was to conduct an exercise and to explore possible future training and stationing options. The deployment was launched after the collapse of a planned meeting of top foreign officials of the US, Denmark and Greenlandin Washington. The BILD report claimed that the Bundeswehr reconnaissance team departed Greenland after just two days there. It said the soldiers, led by Rear Admiral Stefan Pauly, Inspector of the German Navy, left on Sunday afternoon (Jan18), shortly before departure at Nuuk Airport. The order to pull out was reportedly sent from Berlin early that morning. The departure aircraft had to be de-iced before take-off, causing a delay. Also read: 'Star Wars': Why a US takeover of Greenland saves Europe from China Earlier, the German Defence Ministry said that a flight had originally been planned to the Danish military base at Kangilinnguit, where reconnaissance activities were scheduled. These plans were affected by poor weather conditions and were subsequently changed, leading to the decision to depart Greenland, as per the report. On Friday, a Defence Ministry spokesperson, Michael Stempfle, said he did not want to go into detail about the departure date. The soldiers had landed in Greenland a day later than originally planned. They were initially scheduled to fly directly to Greenland aboard a Bundeswehr Airbus A400M between 15 and 17 January. Instead, they travelled via Denmark and only reached Greenland on 16 January using a Danish aircraft, the report said. Also read: Why US lawmakers now call Greenland a national security asset Is Berlin reacting to Trump’s tariff and takeover rhetoric? On Saturday, Rear Admiral Pauly said that discussions had been held with Danish forces and other allies about possibilities for further cooperation on the island, including the option of a larger joint military exercise. He said they were awaiting approval from Berlin on what activities would be authorised. Within only a few hours of those remarks, Bundeswehr personnel were already at the airport with all their equipment, preparing to depart. Coincidentally, Trump warned of tariff hikes of up to 25 per cent on countries defending Greenland, which appears to have created a change of heart in some European defence headquarters. https://www.wionews.com/videos/france-s-future-in-nato-under-scanner-as-greenland-crisis-fuels-divisions-within-1768746988178/embed Why is Greenland pitting NATO allies US against Europe? Greenland, a self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. Denmark is a NATO member state. Greenland’s defence falls under NATO’s collective defence framework. Greenland’s government has repeatedly rejected any notion of a US takeover, insisting that Greenlanders would decide its future. Trump reiterated his view that Greenland is of major strategic importance to the US, citing Arctic security, Russian military positioning and rising Chinese influence in the region. Small troop size in Greenland exercises raise criticism Over the past few days, several NATO countries, including Germany, the UK and France, participated in Arctic and Greenland-related exercises under Danish leadership. But they often deployed very small units focused on reconnaissance, logistics and cooperation rather than permanent stationing. Reports of some of these nations sending only one or two soldiers each caused widespread mockery. Germany’s defence ministry, meanwhile, insisted that the departure of its reconnaissance team from Greenland was carried out according to revised operational planning, and bad weather. It maintained that the exit does not signal a withdrawal from NATO’s broader commitment to Arctic security.

German Bundeswehr troops on a NATO recon mission reportedly left Greenland abruptly. Bad weather is being blamed, but could it be because Trump is raising invasion rhetoric and slapping tariffs on European nations backing the territory?&nbsp;

So much for Greenland defence by NATO: German soldiers quietly exit territory amid Trump invasion talk, claims report

Thousands protested in Los Angeles and New York against Iran’s leadership, calling for regime change, as Norway-based Iran Human Rights reported nearly 3,500 protesters killed. Trump urged new leadership, while Iran warned any attack against Khamenei would mean war.

‘Regime change in Iran’: Thousands protest against Iranian leadership in Los Angeles, New York – PICS

China has unveiled the most significant upgrade to its undersea nuclear capability with the unveiling of the Type 096 Tang-Class ballistic missile submarine on January 14. This move is seen as a potential shift in the balance of power beneath the oceans, introducing new strategic uncertain territory. Featuring a larger displacement, improved stealth and longer-range missiles, the Tang-Class represents a sharp break from China’s earlier approach to nuclear deterrence.&nbsp;For decades, the United States and Russia have dominated the sea-based component of the nuclear triad. However, China now appears closer than ever to matching its capabilities at sea, following sustained growth in naval production and major advances in submarine engineering.<h3>The Type 096 submarine</h3>According to Chinese state media, the Type 096 has a submerged displacement estimated between 15,000 and 20,000 tonnes, placing it squarely in the strategic category of the US Navy’s Ohio-class and upcoming Columbia-class submarines. The increase in size signals a change in design priorities, as Chinese engineers have reportedly overcome earlier constraints related to reactor performance and internal space that limited the use of advanced noise-reduction technologies.&nbsp;The submarine is said to feature raft-mounted machinery, hull isolation systems and a propulsion design aimed at minimising acoustic signatures during patrols. Analysts cited by Army Recognition have likened the Type 096 to Russia’s Borei-class submarines, suggesting that Russian technical support may have helped accelerate China’s progress in vibration and noise control.&nbsp;According to a report in the South China Morning Post, the Type 096 is expected to carry up to 24 JL-3s, and is likely to be quieter still, and equipped with more advanced sensors and weapons. In addition, the pressurised water-cooled nuclear reactor drives the propulsion system of the vessel, which powers a single shaft via a steam turbine arrangement.&nbsp;Reports indicated that modern power plant elements, along with better vibration dampening, offer improvements in submerged speed and stealth performance. Additionally, the use of quieter propeller technologies or pump-jet propulsion can reduce a vessel’s acoustic signature.&nbsp;These features are designed to help the submarine operate undetected in contested waters. Equipped with six 533 mm torpedo tubes, the forward section of the hull provides added offensive capability beyond its nuclear arsenal. The submarine can deploy wire-guided, high-speed Yu-6 torpedoes, giving it a strong conventional defence option.&nbsp;The Yu-6 torpedoes have a range of more than 18 miles and can reach speeds of up to 60 knots, enhancing the vessel’s effectiveness in anti-submarine warfare and anti-ship operations. In addition, the submarine is fitted with acoustic decoys, sonar countermeasures and towed array sonar systems, enabling it to detect and evade potential threats. &nbsp;

The Type 096 has a submerged displacement estimated between 15,000 and 20,000 tonnes, placing it squarely in the strategic category of the US Navy’s Ohio-class and upcoming Columbia-class submarines.

China has unveiled the most significant upgrade to its undersea nuclear capability with the unveiling of the Type 096 Tang-Class ballistic missile submarine on January 14. This move is seen as a potential shift in the balance of power beneath the oceans, introducing new strategic uncertain territory. Featuring a larger displacement, improved stealth and longer-range missiles, the Tang-Class represents a sharp break from China’s earlier approach to nuclear deterrence. For decades, the United States and Russia have dominated the sea-based component of the nuclear triad. However, China now appears closer than ever to matching its capabilities at sea, following sustained growth in naval production and major advances in submarine engineering. The Type 096 submarine According to Chinese state media, the Type 096 has a submerged displacement estimated between 15,000 and 20,000 tonnes, placing it squarely in the strategic category of the US Navy’s Ohio-class and upcoming Columbia-class submarines. The increase in size signals a change in design priorities, as Chinese engineers have reportedly overcome earlier constraints related to reactor performance and internal space that limited the use of advanced noise-reduction technologies. The submarine is said to feature raft-mounted machinery, hull isolation systems and a propulsion design aimed at minimising acoustic signatures during patrols. Analysts cited by Army Recognition have likened the Type 096 to Russia’s Borei-class submarines, suggesting that Russian technical support may have helped accelerate China’s progress in vibration and noise control. According to a report in the South China Morning Post, the Type 096 is expected to carry up to 24 JL-3s, and is likely to be quieter still, and equipped with more advanced sensors and weapons. In addition, the pressurised water-cooled nuclear reactor drives the propulsion system of the vessel, which powers a single shaft via a steam turbine arrangement. Reports indicated that modern power plant elements, along with better vibration dampening, offer improvements in submerged speed and stealth performance. Additionally, the use of quieter propeller technologies or pump-jet propulsion can reduce a vessel’s acoustic signature. These features are designed to help the submarine operate undetected in contested waters. Equipped with six 533 mm torpedo tubes, the forward section of the hull provides added offensive capability beyond its nuclear arsenal. The submarine can deploy wire-guided, high-speed Yu-6 torpedoes, giving it a strong conventional defence option. The Yu-6 torpedoes have a range of more than 18 miles and can reach speeds of up to 60 knots, enhancing the vessel’s effectiveness in anti-submarine warfare and anti-ship operations. In addition, the submarine is fitted with acoustic decoys, sonar countermeasures and towed array sonar systems, enabling it to detect and evade potential threats.

The Type 096 has a submerged displacement estimated between 15,000 and 20,000 tonnes, placing it squarely in the strategic category of the US Navy’s Ohio-class and upcoming Columbia-class submarines.

What is 'Type 096 submarine'? China’s new 6,000-mile range missiles sub could target US without leaving home waters

As Iran boiled amid the raging protests in the country against the current regime, the rich fled to Turkey and partied, according to a report by The Telegraph. The outlet revealed that its reporters observed an “elite Iranians gathering” in a nightclub in Van, a Turkish province 60 miles away from Iran’s border. Iran's elite quietly removed themselves from the ongoing unrest in the country and are believed to profit from the government. "These people benefit from the regime. They left Iran for now because they were worried about staying there. Here, they can feel safe,” one Iranian at the club told the Telegraph. The person added that the country's rich make a lot of money from their businesses and then come to Turkey to spend it. This comes amid deadly protests in Iran with citizens demanding that the current administration step down as an economic crisis and corruption mar the country. The Iranian rial dropped beyond 1.4 million per US dollar, revealing the status of the economy.<h2>Iranian doctors claim 16,500 killed in protests</h2>Angry residents want the Khamenei regime to be removed, while the Iranian administration has termed the protesters "traitors" who are "waging war against God." People's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, the state’s core military branch, has been opening fire at demonstrators, and is said to be “calmly trying to aim for people’s heads.” Human rights groups say that at least 5,000 people are confirmed dead, although the number could be higher. Iranian doctors compiled data from emergency rooms of various hospitals and revealed that more than 16,500 people have died in the current protests. The Sunday Times reported that they gathered the data and shared it via Starlink, which is banned in the country. The majority of those killed are under the age of 30, with 330,000 injured.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-death-toll-doctors-say-16-500-killed-majority-under-age-30-330-000-injured-1768797980959">Iranian doctors peg death toll at 16,500, majority under age 30; 330,000 injured: Report</a> &nbsp;https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-protest-cities-rally-as-iran-govt-faces-worldwide-protests-wion-1768800959184/embed<h2>Iran protests executions, Erfan Soltani and others</h2>Iran was said to be getting ready to execute several of them, including Erfan Soltani, a 26-year-old shopkeeper, last week. However, it was later announced that the hanging had been cancelled. US President Donald Trump threatened Iran with dire action if it went ahead with the executions. Later, the Iranian judiciary claimed that Soltani was never given the death sentence. Meanwhile, the latest reports state that many of the Iranian protesters could still face execution. &nbsp;

Iran's super-rich escaped to Turkey as protests against the regime raged, reports suggest. They were spotted at a nightclub in Van by Telegraph reporters, who talked to some of them. He said they feel safe here and spend a lot of money. 

As Iran boiled amid the raging protests in the country against the current regime, the rich fled to Turkey and partied, according to a report by The Telegraph. The outlet revealed that its reporters observed an “elite Iranians gathering” in a nightclub in Van, a Turkish province 60 miles away from Iran’s border. Iran's elite quietly removed themselves from the ongoing unrest in the country and are believed to profit from the government. "These people benefit from the regime. They left Iran for now because they were worried about staying there. Here, they can feel safe,” one Iranian at the club told the Telegraph. The person added that the country's rich make a lot of money from their businesses and then come to Turkey to spend it. This comes amid deadly protests in Iran with citizens demanding that the current administration step down as an economic crisis and corruption mar the country. The Iranian rial dropped beyond 1.4 million per US dollar, revealing the status of the economy. Iranian doctors claim 16,500 killed in protests Angry residents want the Khamenei regime to be removed, while the Iranian administration has termed the protesters "traitors" who are "waging war against God." People's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, the state’s core military branch, has been opening fire at demonstrators, and is said to be “calmly trying to aim for people’s heads.” Human rights groups say that at least 5,000 people are confirmed dead, although the number could be higher. Iranian doctors compiled data from emergency rooms of various hospitals and revealed that more than 16,500 people have died in the current protests. The Sunday Times reported that they gathered the data and shared it via Starlink, which is banned in the country. The majority of those killed are under the age of 30, with 330,000 injured. Also Read: Iranian doctors peg death toll at 16,500, majority under age 30; 330,000 injured: Report https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-protest-cities-rally-as-iran-govt-faces-worldwide-protests-wion-1768800959184/embed Iran protests executions, Erfan Soltani and others Iran was said to be getting ready to execute several of them, including Erfan Soltani, a 26-year-old shopkeeper, last week. However, it was later announced that the hanging had been cancelled. US President Donald Trump threatened Iran with dire action if it went ahead with the executions. Later, the Iranian judiciary claimed that Soltani was never given the death sentence. Meanwhile, the latest reports state that many of the Iranian protesters could still face execution.

Iran's super-rich escaped to Turkey as protests against the regime raged, reports suggest. They were spotted at a nightclub in Van by Telegraph reporters, who talked to some of them. He said they feel safe here and spend a lot of money.&nbsp;

Iran's super-rich partied in Turkey nightclub as thousands died in anti-regime protests: Report

Kyiv held “substantive” discussions on security and economic matters with Jared Kushner, Donald Trump’s son-in-law, and envoy Steve Witkoff, Ukraine’s security chief said on Sunday, adding that further talks are expected in Davos later this week.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who has said he hopes to sign documents with the US on security guarantees at Davos, said his team had held several rounds of talks in the US."We had substantive discussions on economic development and prosperity plan as well as security guarantees for Ukraine," security chief Rustem Umerov said on social media.More talks will be held at this week's Davos Economic Forum, he added.The talks came as the fourth anniversary of Moscow's invasion looms and as Russia has pounded Ukraine's energy facilities during a freezing winter -- with parts of Kyiv still without heating in temperatures as low as -12C.The Ukrainian team held talks with Kushner, Witkoff and US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll. Kyiv wants clarity from allies on post-war security guarantees."There have already been several rounds of negotiations. They are working on the documents needed to end the war," Zelensky said in his evening address.He said he doubted Russia truly wanted to end its invasion, arguing that Moscow was instead focused on "missile strikes" and forcing "blackouts" in Ukraine.Russia was striking Ukraine's energy grid every night, Zelensky said.Some 58,000 workers in the country were racing to repair "power grids and power generation objects, as well as the heating network", he added.The situation in the capital, he said, was "very difficult".Zelensky's new chief of staff Kyrylo Budanov said Sunday Ukraine would receive heating equipment from Italy to "support the regions most affected by Russian terror".

The Ukrainian team held talks with Kushner, Witkoff and US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll. Kyiv wants clarity from allies on post-war security guarantees.

Kyiv held “substantive” discussions on security and economic matters with Jared Kushner, Donald Trump’s son-in-law, and envoy Steve Witkoff, Ukraine’s security chief said on Sunday, adding that further talks are expected in Davos later this week. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who has said he hopes to sign documents with the US on security guarantees at Davos, said his team had held several rounds of talks in the US. "We had substantive discussions on economic development and prosperity plan as well as security guarantees for Ukraine," security chief Rustem Umerov said on social media. More talks will be held at this week's Davos Economic Forum, he added. The talks came as the fourth anniversary of Moscow's invasion looms and as Russia has pounded Ukraine's energy facilities during a freezing winter -- with parts of Kyiv still without heating in temperatures as low as -12C. The Ukrainian team held talks with Kushner, Witkoff and US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll. Kyiv wants clarity from allies on post-war security guarantees. "There have already been several rounds of negotiations. They are working on the documents needed to end the war," Zelensky said in his evening address. He said he doubted Russia truly wanted to end its invasion, arguing that Moscow was instead focused on "missile strikes" and forcing "blackouts" in Ukraine. Russia was striking Ukraine's energy grid every night, Zelensky said. Some 58,000 workers in the country were racing to repair "power grids and power generation objects, as well as the heating network", he added. The situation in the capital, he said, was "very difficult". Zelensky's new chief of staff Kyrylo Budanov said Sunday Ukraine would receive heating equipment from Italy to "support the regions most affected by Russian terror".

The Ukrainian team held talks with Kushner, Witkoff and US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll. Kyiv wants clarity from allies on post-war security guarantees.

Ukraine, US hold ‘substantive’ talks on security, economic issues

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Jan 19) once again threatened a possible annexation of Greenland, accusing Denmark of being “unable to do anything” about the “Russian threat”. He also claimed that NATO had warned Copenhagen about the same for 20 years. This comes amid the escalating tensions over the Arctic territory that Trump has been eyeing since he came into office in January last year.In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump wrote late Sunday, “NATO has been telling Denmark, for 20 years, that ‘you have to get the Russian threat away from Greenland.’ Unfortunately, Denmark has been unable to do anything about it. Now it is time, and it will be done!!!”

Earlier on Saturday (Jan 17), tension between the Trump administration and NATO allies flared after Trump announced imposing a 10 per cent tariff on Greenland’s allies, including Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland. Trump also warned that the tariffs, which will be levied from February 1, will be increased to 25 per cent on June 1.“This Tariff will be due and payable until such time as a Deal is reached for the Complete and Total purchase of Greenland,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social. “These Countries, who are playing this very dangerous game, have put a level of risk in play that is not tenable or sustainable. Therefore, it is imperative that, in order to protect Global Peace and Security, strong measures be taken so that this potentially perilous situation ends quickly, and without question.”While Denmark called the move a “surprise”, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that Trump’s imposition of tariffs over Greenland was “completely wrong”. French President Emmanuel Macron said that “Tariff threats are unacceptable and have no place in this context,” while Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson told AFP that “We won’t let ourselves be intimidated.” In a statement, European Union leaders said the bloc “stands in full solidarity with Denmark and the people of Greenland.”Meanwhile, thousands of people took to the streets of Greenland’s Nuuk and Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, on Saturday (Jan 17) to protest against US President Donald Trump’s threats on Greenland. Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen was also seen participating in the protest as he waved the country’s flag and sang traditional Inuit songs under light rain along with the demonstrators.

US President Donald Trump renewed threats to annex Greenland, accusing Denmark of failing to counter a Russian threat despite NATO warnings for 20 years. His remarks come amid rising tensions over the strategic Arctic territory.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Jan 19) once again threatened a possible annexation of Greenland, accusing Denmark of being “unable to do anything” about the “Russian threat”. He also claimed that NATO had warned Copenhagen about the same for 20 years. This comes amid the escalating tensions over the Arctic territory that Trump has been eyeing since he came into office in January last year. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump wrote late Sunday, “NATO has been telling Denmark, for 20 years, that ‘you have to get the Russian threat away from Greenland.’ Unfortunately, Denmark has been unable to do anything about it. Now it is time, and it will be done!!!”

US President Donald Trump renewed threats to annexe Greenland, accusing Denmark of failing to counter a Russian threat despite NATO warnings for 20 years. His remarks come amid rising tensions over the strategic Arctic territory.

‘Now it is time…’: Trump’s fresh warning to Denmark, Greenland over ‘Russian threat’

The deadly Iran protests have killed more than 16,500 people, according to a report carried by the Sunday Times, based on data compiled by Iranian doctors. It states that 330,000 people have been injured in the anti-regime demonstrations that started weeks ago. The dead include mostly young people under the age of 30. According to several human rights organisations, the confirmed death toll stands at 3,090. But the staff at the hospitals across the country gathered figures from eight major eye hospitals and 16 emergency departments, and the data has pegged the death toll at over 16,500. Iran is under an internet blockade, which has prevented any information from leaking out of the country. The Sunday Times report states that the doctors communicated with each other using Starlink satellite internet, which has been banned in Iran. According to previous reports, Starlink was working in some regions on the borders of Iran. But police forcefully started entering homes and took away the devices to completely clamp down on any availability of the internet.&nbsp;The doctors also mentioned in the report that there has been a high number of eye injuries. Security forces are reported to be using shotguns, which has led to at least 700 people losing their eyes. The US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency has confirmed that 3,090 people have died in the deadly protests. But human rights groups that have been monitoring the events in Iran have raised concerns that the actual death toll is much higher. Now the data compiled by the doctors also seems to confirm their fears. Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei fir the first time, admitted last week that thousands of people were killed in the country. He also acknowledged that some of these killings were “inhuman” and carried out in a “savage manner”.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-protests-pregnant-mother-of-2-a-mountaineer-and-an-activist-among-women-killed-in-deadly-crackdown-1768795387513">Iran protests: Pregnant mother of 2, a mountaineer and an activist among women killed in deadly crackdown</a> &nbsp;https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-unrest-us-president-its-time-to-look-for-new-leadership-in-iran-1768728079849/embed<h2>Khamenei slams Trump for Iran protests</h2>Khamenei has blamed US President Donald Trump for the unrest in the country. He has slammed him for supporting the protests and called him a “criminal” for supporting the demonstrations. Protesters were also set to be executed in Iran, including 26-year-old Erfan Sotani, according to human rights groups. However, they were halted and Iran claimed there were never any plans to execute the protesters. But there are fears that all the detainees are being tortured and abused in the prisons. Meanwhile, a senior Iranian cleric, Ahmad Khatami, has backed the executions and said the “armed hypocrites should be put to death”.&nbsp;

Iran death toll: The official figure of those killed in Iran protests has been revealed to stand at nearly 3,100. However, Iranian doctors say more than 16,500 people have died, according to data from hospitals, and mostly include young people.  

The deadly Iran protests have killed more than 16,500 people, according to a report carried by the Sunday Times, based on data compiled by Iranian doctors. It states that 330,000 people have been injured in the anti-regime demonstrations that started weeks ago. The dead include mostly young people under the age of 30. According to several human rights organisations, the confirmed death toll stands at 3,090. But the staff at the hospitals across the country gathered figures from eight major eye hospitals and 16 emergency departments, and the data has pegged the death toll at over 16,500. Iran is under an internet blockade, which has prevented any information from leaking out of the country. The Sunday Times report states that the doctors communicated with each other using Starlink satellite internet, which has been banned in Iran. According to previous reports, Starlink was working in some regions on the borders of Iran. But police forcefully started entering homes and took away the devices to completely clamp down on any availability of the internet. The doctors also mentioned in the report that there has been a high number of eye injuries. Security forces are reported to be using shotguns, which has led to at least 700 people losing their eyes. The US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency has confirmed that 3,090 people have died in the deadly protests. But human rights groups that have been monitoring the events in Iran have raised concerns that the actual death toll is much higher. Now the data compiled by the doctors also seems to confirm their fears. Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei fir the first time, admitted last week that thousands of people were killed in the country. He also acknowledged that some of these killings were “inhuman” and carried out in a “savage manner”. Also Read: Iran protests: Pregnant mother of 2, a mountaineer and an activist among women killed in deadly crackdown https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-unrest-us-president-its-time-to-look-for-new-leadership-in-iran-1768728079849/embed Khamenei slams Trump for Iran protests Khamenei has blamed US President Donald Trump for the unrest in the country. He has slammed him for supporting the protests and called him a “criminal” for supporting the demonstrations. Protesters were also set to be executed in Iran, including 26-year-old Erfan Sotani, according to human rights groups. However, they were halted and Iran claimed there were never any plans to execute the protesters. But there are fears that all the detainees are being tortured and abused in the prisons. Meanwhile, a senior Iranian cleric, Ahmad Khatami, has backed the executions and said the “armed hypocrites should be put to death”.

Iran death toll: The official figure of those killed in Iran protests has been revealed to stand at nearly 3,100. However, Iranian doctors say more than 16,500 people have died, according to data from hospitals, and mostly include young people. &nbsp;

Iranian doctors peg death toll at 16,500, majority under age 30; 330,000 injured: Report

As the anti-ICE protest continued in Minnesota following the killing of Renee Good by an immigration agent, a mob of agitators stormed a church on Sunday (Jan 17) in St Paul, Minnesota, disrupting the worship service. The tensions flared after protesters claimed that a pastor inside the church was affiliated with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Reacting to the incident, White House Press Secretary said that US President Donald Trump will not tolerate intimidation and harassment of Christians at their place of worship. She also said that an investigation into the incident has been launched.“President Trump will not tolerate the intimidation and harassment of Christians in their sacred places of worship,” Karoline Leavitt said in a post on X. “The Department of Justice has launched a full investigation into the despicable incident that took place earlier today at a church in Minnesota.”In the videos of the incident shared on social media, protesters can be heard chanting, “Justice for Renee Good” and “Who needs justice, we need justice” as they interrupted the church service.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">BREAKING: Anti-ICE mob storms church in St. Paul, MN and shuts service down <a href="https://t.co/PgYkWTuO3g">pic.twitter.com/PgYkWTuO3g</a>&mdash; End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) <a href="https://twitter.com/EndWokeness/status/2012994265157108060?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In a statement on X, ICE said, “Agitators aren’t just targeting our officers. Now they’re targeting churches, too. They’re going from hotel to hotel, church to church, hunting for federal law enforcement who are risking their lives to protect Americans.”ICE further blamed Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey for inciting violence.&nbsp;“Tim Walz and Jacob Frey are responsible for whipping these mobs into a frenzy and then allowing them to run rampant. We won’t be deterred. ICE isn’t going anywhere,” the statement added.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Agitators aren’t just targeting our officers. Now they’re targeting churches, too. They&#39;re going from hotel to hotel, church to church, hunting for federal law enforcement who are risking their lives to protect Americans. Tim Walz and Jacob Frey are responsible for whipping… <a href="https://t.co/O3WQ6Iftfe">https://t.co/O3WQ6Iftfe</a>&mdash; U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (@ICEgov) <a href="https://twitter.com/ICEgov/status/2013011485476208754?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Attorney General Pamela Bondi said that she spoke to the Pastor in Minnosota church, adding that attacks against law enforcement and intimidation of Christians will face the federal law.&nbsp;“I just spoke to the Pastor in Minnesota whose church was targeted. Attacks against law enforcement and the intimidation of Christians are being met with the full force of federal law,” Bondi said in a post on X. “If state leaders refuse to act responsibly to prevent lawlessness, this Department of Justice will remain mobilized to prosecute federal crimes and ensure that the rule of law prevails.”In an earlier post, Bondi said that she is in constant contact with &nbsp;I have been in constant communication with Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights, Harmeet Dhillon, over the recent events. She added that the Justice Department is investigation the incident, warning that “any violation of federal law will be prosecuted.”

Anti-ICE protesters in St. Paul, Minnesota, stormed a church during a Sunday worship service after they claimed a pastor there was affiliated with the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement amid protests over the killing of Renee Good.

As the anti-ICE protest continued in Minnesota following the killing of Renee Good by an immigration agent, a mob of agitators stormed a church on Sunday (Jan 17) in St Paul, Minnesota, disrupting the worship service. The tensions flared after protesters claimed that a pastor inside the church was affiliated with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Reacting to the incident, White House Press Secretary said that US President Donald Trump will not tolerate intimidation and harassment of Christians at their place of worship. She also said that an investigation into the incident has been launched. “President Trump will not tolerate the intimidation and harassment of Christians in their sacred places of worship,” Karoline Leavitt said in a post on X. “The Department of Justice has launched a full investigation into the despicable incident that took place earlier today at a church in Minnesota.” In the videos of the incident shared on social media, protesters can be heard chanting, “Justice for Renee Good” and “Who needs justice, we need justice” as they interrupted the church service.

Anti-ICE protesters in St. Paul, Minnesota, stormed a church during a Sunday worship service after they claimed a pastor there was affiliated with the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement amid protests over the killing of Renee Good.

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