Russian forces use Starlink to control BM-35 drones in Ukraine
Ukrainian forces documented the first confirmed case of a Russian BM-35 kamikaze drone controlled via Starlink satellite internet, signaling a troubling escalation in drone warfare tactics. Military expert Serhii “Flash” Beskrestnov reported the incident on January 15, highlighting how such satellite-linked drones evade traditional......
Analyst warns silver could plunge 60% to $30 per ounce
Silver prices have soared to record highs near $90 an ounce, fueled by a nearly 200% surge over the past year, driven largely by robust industrial demand from solar panels, electric vehicles, and AI data centers. However, a stark analysis from Neo Wealth Management cautions that this rally faces severe risks, potentially triggering a 60% correction......
EU eyes two-tier membership to fast-track Ukraine's entry by 2027
The European Commission is quietly developing proposals to overhaul the EU enlargement framework, potentially replacing the post-Cold War model with a two-tier system that could expedite Ukraine's integration as part of any peace deal to end Russia's invasion. This early-stage initiative would grant Ukraine formal EU membership without......
Russia sues Euroclear for $235 billion in closed-door Moscow trial
A Moscow court has begun proceedings in a massive lawsuit filed by Russia's central bank against Belgium-based Euroclear, seeking 18,200 billion rubles around $235 billion for sovereign assets frozen in Europe since Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The presiding judge ordered journalists out of the courtroom and ruled the case would......
Putin offers Russia as mediator between Israel and Iran amid protests
Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed that Moscow act as a mediator between Israel and Iran during their recent phone call, as tensions simmer in the Middle East following weeks of deadly mass protests in the Islamic Republic. The Kremlin announced the discussion, noting Putin's willingness to intensify political and diplomatic......
Bipartisan US lawmakers visit Denmark to counter Trump’s Greenland threats
A bipartisan delegation of 11 American lawmakers arrived in Copenhagen to reassure Danish and Greenlandic leaders of congressional support amid ongoing threats from President Donald Trump to seize the Arctic island. Led by Democratic Senator Chris Coons from Delaware, the group aims to underscore the United States' commitment to NATO allies......
Canada and China restore strategic partnership after nine years
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where they announced the renewal of their strategic partnership. This development signals a major shift in bilateral ties strained by years of diplomatic friction. The encounter marks the first visit by a Canadian......
Israeli startup nT-Tao achieves first plasma in compact fusion reactor
nT-Tao, an Israeli company pioneering compact fusion energy, announced on January 15, 2026, that its C3 prototype successfully produced initial plasma pulses just over two months after assembly began. This milestone marks a significant step toward developing a container-sized reactor capable of generating 10 to 20 megawatts of clean power. Based......
France warns US over Greenland takeover risks to EU trade
French Economy Minister Roland Lescure has issued a stark warning to his US counterpart, stating that any attempt to seize Greenland would cross a critical boundary and jeopardize Europe's extensive economic ties with Washington. This message came during a meeting in Washington on January 12, amid rising transatlantic tensions fueled by......
Mit team cools trapped ions far below standard limit
Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and MIT Lincoln Laboratory have developed a breakthrough technique that cools trapped ions to temperatures about 10 times lower than the conventional Doppler limit in laser cooling. This method, leveraging integrated photonics on a chip, achieves the feat in roughly 100 microseconds,......
Saudi Arabia warns UAE at UN that threats cross a red line
Saudi Arabia's ambassador to the United Nations delivered a firm warning to the Security Council, stating that any threat to the kingdom's national security represents a "red line" that will be addressed and neutralized. Abdulaziz Alwasil's remarks followed weeks of escalating friction between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi over......
Russian ally warns Trump's Greenland ambitions could spark nuclear war
A close associate of Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stark warning, claiming that US President Donald Trump's pursuit of Greenland could ignite the "beginning of the end of the world." The alert comes amid rising tensions, prompting NATO allies to station troops on the Arctic island as a show of resolve. Dmitri......
Russia dismisses UK's Nightfall missile project for Ukraine
Russia has sharply criticized Britain's initiative to develop ground-launched ballistic missiles for Ukraine, labeling it a direct threat to ongoing peace efforts. Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, stated that the Nightfall project represents no step toward resolution and reiterated Moscow's stance that......
Iranian cargo ship linked to Russia arms route sinks in Caspian Sea
An Iranian-flagged cargo vessel previously flagged for its role in a suspected arms trafficking corridor between Iran and Russia sank in the Caspian Sea on January 14, 2026, according to Turkmenistan's Foreign Ministry. The 14 crew members, all Iranian and Indian nationals, were rescued by Turkmen coast guards after the ship issued an......
Von der Leyen pledges EU support for Greenland's sovereignty amid US tensions
Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, affirmed that Greenland can rely on the European Union's backing as tensions escalate with the United States over President Donald Trump's expressed interest in acquiring the Danish autonomous territory. Speaking at a Brussels press conference on January 14, just hours before......