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Greenland's prime minister says his country choses Denmark over US
Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen of Greenland said on Tuesday that his country choses Denmark over the US a day before officials from the three governments are set to meet at the White House. "Greenland will not be owned by the United States." Nielsen added.
Israel cuts ties with three global bodies after US withdrawal, foreign ministry says
Last week, President Donald Trump signed a memorandum ordering the withdrawal of the United States from 66 international organisations as they "no longer serve American interests," the White House said.
Protests across Iran: Is war with the US or Israel imminent and what would it change?
If the US and Israel refrain from striking, it cannot be ruled out that Iran's Revolutionary Guard itself may initiate hostilities. Iranian officials now claim they are prepared for both negotiations and war.
Estonia bans Russians who fought in Ukraine from entering country, interior ministry says
The ministry estimates as many as 1.5 million Russians have taken part in the full-scale invasion, about half of them having served on the front line.
Can a leaderless revolution really succeed? Some examples from other countries
Leaderless revolutions are, at times, a reaction to historical distrust of charismatic leaders who, after victory, themselves become the source of absolutist and oppressive power.
Cuba faces new emigration wave as Venezuela crisis deepens economic hardship
Cuba is facing the prospect of a new wave of emigration as instability in Venezuela threatens to deepen the island’s ongoing economic crisis. After five years of hardship marked by blackouts, soaring prices, and shortages, millions of Cubans have already left the country.
France's Marine Le Pen returns to court as appeal could decide her 2027 presidential fate
A Paris appeal court will decide whether the far-right figurehead can run for president in 2027, as attention increasingly turns to her 30-year-old protégé and MEP Jordan Bardella.
Singer Julio Iglesias faces Spanish inquiry into sexual assault allegations
Iglesias, who is 82, has been a household name in Spain since the 1960s and has sold millions of records worldwide.
Kallas visits Berlin for talks with Pistorius on Ukraine, the Arctic and defending Europe
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas held talks in Berlin with German defence minister Boris Pistorius as challenges to the future of European and global security continue to mount.
Latest news bulletin | January 13th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
'Keep protesting, help is on the way,' Trump tells Iranians as death toll surpasses 2,000
Trump's remarks came as the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency said over 2,000 people had been killed in anti-government protests.
2025 was deadliest year for Ukrainian civilians since start of Russia's all-out war, UN says
War-related violence in Ukraine killed 2,514 civilians and injured 12,142 last year, a 31% rise in the number of victims from 2024, a UN monitor said.
We choose Denmark over US, Greenland's PM says
It is the strongest statement by a leader of the Danish territory since US President Donald Trump renewed plans to annex it.
Alphabet reaches the $4 trillion club: Can it keep up the pace?
Google’s parent company is the fourth firm to hit the $4tn mark, following Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple.
Fact check: Machado can't 'share' her Nobel Peace Prize with Trump
Once a Nobel Prize is announced, the decision is final. After this point, it cannot be revoked, shared or transferred.
Prosecutor shoots and injures judge in Istanbul appeals court
Judge Aslı Kahraman sustained serious injuries when Muhammet Çağatay Kılıçaslan, a prosecutor and Kahraman's alleged ex-partner, opened fire inside the courthouse, according to the domestic press.
Flu season: How is it spreading across the EU and what are countries doing about it?
While most EU countries continue to face a rise in flu cases, a higher share of citizens are getting vaccinated.
Flights diverted and trains delayed as freezing rain and ice hit central and eastern Europe
Passengers have been advised to check for the latest updates before they travel.
A volcanic island and a fashion capital: Europe’s top trending destinations for 2026
Tripadvisor’s awards are based on 12 months of review data from its global travel community, providing an illuminating insight into what’s really exciting travellers.
'I felt pushed to do it': Julio Iglesias accused of sexual assault by two former aides
The Spanish veteran singer is facing sexual assault accusations from a domestic worker and a physiotherapist who describe an atmosphere of harassment in his mansions in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas.
Protests continue in Minnesota following fatal US immigration enforcement shooting
Following a weekend of demonstrations after the January 7 fatal shooting of Renee Good by an immigration officer in Minneapolis, some schools in Minnesota held walkouts to protest the killing.
EU cracks down on ‘forever chemicals’ with new protections for drinking water. What will change?
The EU says its new measures will help “protect public health” amid growing concerns around forever chemicals.
Russia launches major attack on Ukraine, targeting power grid and killing four
Russia fired 300 drones, 18 ballistic missiles and seven crise missiles at Ukraine, killing at least four people and injuring a dozen others.
Countries must raise taxes on sugary drinks and alcohol to curb preventable disease, WHO says
Low taxes, which are not in line with inflation, are ineffective in reducing alcohol or sugary drink consumption, the World Health Organization warns.
Panto is back in Belgium.... oh yes it is
It’s that time of the year again…oh, yes it is. In the best traditions of what is an annual tradition, a Belgian audience will get the chance to enjoy pantomime this month. The Antwerp based theatre company BATS (British American Theatrical Society) is putting on a performance
US to host officials from Denmark and Greenland as Trump renews takeover threats
The Danish and Greenlandic foreign ministers will meet US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington on Wednesday.
Exclusive: The Netherlands to propose fresh sanctions against Iran after protest crackdown
The proposed sanctions would include the freezing of assets for new individuals involved in the recent crackdown, which has reportedly claimed hundreds of lives since protests began nearly two weeks ago in Iran.
Jafar Panahi: 'Every minute's delay in helping Iranian people means more innocents are killed'
Jafar Panahi, a renowned Iranian film-maker, is urging the international community to help Iranian people because he says the Islamic Republic has lost its legitimacy and will stop at nothing to survive.
Former sailor sentenced to 16 years for selling information about US Navy ships to China
Jinchao Wei, an engineer on the USS Essex, was one of two California-based sailors charged in August 2023 with providing sensitive military information to Beijing.
Malaysia to take legal action against Elon Musk's X and xAI over misuse of Grok chatbot
Authorities said Grok was being misused to generate sexually explicit and non-consensual AI images.
Ørsted up 5% as US judge clears restart of stalled US wind farm
Shares in the Danish energy firm rose about 5% after a federal court granted a preliminary injunction, allowing construction on the offshore wind project to resume.
Hunt for gunman after Corsican exile is shot dead at mother's funeral
Alain Orsoni, 71, was a well-known separatist figure in Corsica who had been living in exile for years in Nicaragua.
Why Latin American markets are leading global returns in 2026
Latin American markets such as Chile, Peru, and Argentina are leading global returns in recent months, driven by rising commodity prices, a weaker dollar, political catalysts, and reform momentum.
Former Corsican separatist leader Alain Orsoni shot dead at mother's funeral
Alain Orsoni, 71, ex-FLNC leader and former president of AC Ajaccio football club, was killed by a sniper at his mother's funeral in Vero.
More microplastics found in rural woodland than city centre - experts warn of potential health risks
Researchers have also found “enormous” amounts of microplastics floating through urban air – far exceeding previous estimates.
Russia’s shadow war looks set to ramp up in 2026
Europe may be about to witness an increase in Russian-backed attacks targeted at the private sector. Triggered by multiple setbacks across different theatres of operation – Venezuela, Iran, to name a few – experts believe that the Kremlin may resort to stabs at Europe’s soft
Hundreds of tractors rumble through Paris in protest over EU-Mercosur deal
The demonstrations in the French capital came days before the final signing of the agreement, scheduled for Saturday in Paraguay, which would create a free trade area between the EU and Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay.
Latest news bulletin | January 13th, 2026 – Midday
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Protesters demonstrate outside Iranian Embassy in London amid unrest in Iran
Iran protests echoed in London as demonstrators gathered outside the Iranian Embassy, accusing Iran’s leaders of repression and calling for political change
French farmers circle Paris with tractors over EU-Mercosur deal
French farmers drove tractors around Paris’ Arc de Triomphe to protest the EU-Mercosur trade deal, saying it threatens local agriculture and jobs.
North Korea's Kim shakes up security detail amid 'decapitation' fears
The unusual changes in the North Korean dictator's personal security detail might be down to concerns of possible assassination following Pyongyang's involvement in Russia's war in Ukraine, while the US operation to capture Venezuela's Maduro made him fear a "decapitation
Google Gemini to power Apple's struggling Siri as iPhone maker plays AI catch-up
Apple's Google AI partnership comes as Alphabet joins $4 trillion club
Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli to headline 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony
The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina are set to begin with an expanding opening ceremony headed by Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli who joins pop diva Mariah Carey. The star-studded show will take place at Milan's San Siro stadium on 6 February.
Cyprus president's top aide quits after video alleging government corruption
Chief of staff Charalambos Charalambous resigns after online video suggested he and others used their ties to President Nikos Christodoulides to earn favours for would-be investors in exchange for money.
US Pentagon embraces Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot despite global backlash
'Very soon we will have the world’s leading AI models on every unclassified and classified network throughout our department,' US defence secretary Pete Hegseth said in a speech at Musk’s space flight company, SpaceX.
Why the EU should put ratification of its Association Agreement with San Marino ‘on pause’
As negotiations on an Association Agreement aimed at providing Andorra, San Marino, and Monaco with full access to the European Union’s single market were moving towards their final phase the Chairpersons of the European Banking Authority, the European Insurance and
Central Asia’s population boom contrasts Europe’s demographic decline, report shows
Central Asia is entering a decisive demographic phase, with rapid population growth and a sharply expanding workforce, while Europe faces ageing societies and labour shortages.
US intervention in Greenland 'existential threat for NATO' and Europe, Vestager tells Euronews
Former Danish Minister and European Commissioner Margrethe Vestager told Euronews' flagship morning show Europe Today that a US intervention in Greenland represents “the most existential threat to NATO” in its history.