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Medvedev Mocks Europe Amid U.S. Talk of Greenland Annexationš„79
1/14/2026ā¢World > Geopolitics
- ā¢He mocked Denmark, saying it would āgive upā the island without a fight.
- ā¢His remarks followed a French warning against violating Danish sovereignty.
- ā¢U.S. President Donald Trump emphasized Greenlandās strategic value for national security.
- ā¢Trump has suggested possible actions toward incorporating Greenland within weeks.
Armed Immigration Agents Raid Minneapolis Home, Arrest Liberian Man After Years of Check-Insš„73
1/14/2026ā¢World > Immigration
- ā¢Video shows officers in tactical gear using a battering ram to breach the door.
- ā¢Snow-covered ground and dark morning skies set a tense scene.
- ā¢The raid led to the arrest of a Liberian man inside the residence.
- ā¢His attorney says he had regularly checked in with federal authorities.
US Poised for Possible Military Action Against Iran Within 24 Hours Amid Surging Tensionsš„73
- ā¢Decision expected after new intelligence on Iranian activity.
- ā¢Reports cite missile deployments and proxy mobilization by Iran.
- ā¢US troops on high alert across regional bases.
- ā¢Potential precision strikes could target IRGC facilities.
China Posts Record $1.2 Trillion Trade Surplus as Exports Surge in 2025š„66
- ā¢It is described as the largest trade surplus ever recorded by a single country.
- ā¢The surplus was driven primarily by a strong surge in exports.
- ā¢Chinese goods from electronics to electric vehicles heavily supplied global markets.
- ā¢Key export sectors included technology, green energy products, and consumer goods.
Legal Debate Flares as Immigration Agents Enter Private Homes Without Judicial Warrantsš„73
1/13/2026ā¢World > Immigration
- ā¢A surge in home and business raids has been recorded on video, drawing public concern.
- ā¢Legal disputes now center on when agents can lawfully enter private property.
- ā¢Most immigration arrests use administrative warrants, not judge-approved judicial ones.
- ā¢Administrative warrants do not authorize forced entry without consent.
US Forces Capture Venezuelan President Maduro and Wife in Bold Caracas Raidš„75
- ā¢The mission, dubbed Operation Absolute Resolve, targeted a fortified compound in Caracas.
- ā¢Airstrikes disabled Venezuelan air defenses before elite troops breached the site.
- ā¢Explosions were reported at multiple locations, including the Fuerte Tiuna military complex.
- ā¢Maduro and Flores were flown to a U.S. warship, then to New York for prosecution.
Gulf States Urge U.S. to Avoid Military Strike on Iranš„72
1/13/2026ā¢World > Geopolitics
- ā¢Regional leaders fear renewed conflict could threaten economic stability and energy supplies.
- ā¢Efforts reflect growing diplomacy across the Persian Gulf after years of hostility.
- ā¢The 2023 Saudi-Iran agreement restored diplomatic relations after a seven-year break.
- ā¢Gulf states stress that dialogue, not military action, is the best path to lasting stability.
Security Forces Fire on Protesters in Isfahan as Clashes Turn Deadlyš„80
- ā¢Demonstrations spread through several neighborhoods across the city.
- ā¢Witnesses described the scene as resembling āa battleā after sundown.
- ā¢Isfahan, south of Tehran, has a population of about 2 million.
- ā¢Protests center on demands for political freedom and economic relief.
Medvedev Mockingly Suggests Greenland Referendum: āIf They Vote, Itās All Over,ā As 55,000 Residents Are Pinpointed for Changeš„71
- ā¢The remark was made amid rising global interest in the Arctic region.
- ā¢Medvedev suggested such a move would āendā discussions over Greenlandās fate.
- ā¢His statement drew attention on social media and among international observers.
- ā¢Greenland remains an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark.
Kubilius Warns Europe Faces āBonsai Armiesā Without U.S. Support, Urges Swift Move Toward Defense Independenceš„85
1/12/2026ā¢World > Geopolitics
- ā¢Describes EU militaries as ā27 bonsai armiesā lacking unified strength.
- ā¢Questions how Europe could replace 100,000 U.S. troops if they leave.
- ā¢Urges Europe to build independent defense capabilities quickly.
- ā¢Notes fragmentation among EU members hinders collective defense.
Trump Discloses Plan with Musk to Restore Internet in Iran via Starlink Amid Protestsš„73
- ā¢Talks aim to restore internet access in Iran amid nationwide outages.
- ā¢Iran faces a four-day internet blackout during ongoing protests.
- ā¢Authorities imposed the shutdown to control unrest and information flow.
- ā¢Starlink, operated by SpaceX, could bypass state censorship controls.
Woman in Moscow Records Tearful Snowy Scene as She Dramatically Claims Indo-Americans Are Chasing Her in Viral Morning Clipš„79
- ā¢She appeared emotional, with tears on her face.
- ā¢Wrapped in a thick scarf, she described being āchased by Indians.ā
- ā¢Snow covered the ground, signs, and surrounding streets.
- ā¢The short clip quickly went viral online.
US-Taiwan Trade Deal Nears, Boosts Chip Manufacturing with New TSMC Arizona Plants and Tariff Cut to 15%š„68
- ā¢The deal aims to reduce U.S. tariffs on Taiwanese imports to 15%.
- ā¢Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) will build at least five new plants in Arizona.
- ā¢Expansion builds on existing TSMC operations in the state.
- ā¢The agreement is designed to boost domestic chip production and reduce supply chain risks.
Grieving Families Search in Iran for Missing as Harrowing Footage Captures Devastation of Mass Tragedyš„76
- ā¢Heartbreaking footage shows relatives wailing and desperately looking for missing loved ones among the dead.
- ā¢The scale of loss has triggered intense public grief and shock across affected communities.
- ā¢Many families are struggling to confirm the identities of victims amid chaotic conditions at morgues or collection sites.
- ā¢The tragedy has raised urgent concerns over emergency response, victim identification, and support for survivors.
DHS deploys hundreds more officers to Minnesota as protests surge after deadly immigration shootingš„74
1/11/2026ā¢World > Immigration
- ā¢The move follows protests over the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good.
- ā¢Good, 37, was a community volunteer monitoring immigration enforcement.
- ā¢The shooting occurred when an immigration agent fired at her vehicle.
- ā¢Protests erupted nationwide, with over 1,000 rallies reported.
Iranian Protesters Defy Crackdown as Death Toll Mounts and Crisis Deepensš„79
- ā¢Demonstrations sparked by currency collapse and soaring inflation.
- ā¢Protesters demand an end to clerical rule and greater political freedom.
- ā¢Security forces accused of using live ammunition against crowds.
- ā¢Hundreds reported dead and thousands arrested, according to rights groups.
EU and China strike deal on Chinese EV exports; Brussels to set minimum pricing guidelines for Chinese auto shipmentsš„62
- ā¢The agreement concerns how Chinese EVs will enter and compete in the EU market.
- ā¢Beijingās Commerce Ministry announced the understanding on EV exports.
- ā¢As part of the deal, the EU will issue guidelines on minimum pricing for Chinese auto exporters.
- ā¢The minimum pricing rules are intended to shape how low Chinese manufacturers can price EVs in the EU market.