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Greenland standoff and tariff threats cast a shadow over Davos
A developing diplomatic standoff involving Greenland and rising transatlantic tariff tensions dominated conversations around the World Economic Forum, adding fresh strain to relations between Washington and European allies.
Russia strikes Ukraine’s power grid again as Kyiv seeks leverage in U.S.-led peace talks
Ukraine says Russia launched a major overnight barrage of drones and missiles that hit critical energy infrastructure, deepening winter hardship even as Ukrainian officials press their case in U.S.-led discussions about security and recovery.
WHO says US withdrawal notice will be weighed by its governing bodies, warns decision makes the world less safe
The World Health Organization said it regrets the United States’ notification of withdrawal and plans to consider the implications at upcoming governing meetings. The agency argued that it remains impartial and that global health security depends on coordinated surveillance, preparedness, and emergency response.
U.S. envoys press Israel to move into Gaza ceasefire’s next phase as Rafah reopening discussed
Senior U.S. envoys met Israel’s prime minister to push progress on the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire, including the fate of a hostage’s remains and steps toward reopening the Rafah crossing with international monitoring and potential Israeli troop withdrawal.
At Davos, leaders warn a more contested world is testing multilateralism and economic stability
Speeches and official statements from World Economic Forum week in Davos underscore anxiety about geopolitical shocks, weakening multilateral coordination, and mounting pressure on economies and institutions. Leaders stressed that conflict, coercive economic tools, and the fraying of rules-based norms are reshaping global risk calculations.
Nicolás Maduro appears in U.S. court after surprise capture in Caracas raid
Former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro made an initial appearance in Manhattan after being seized in a U.S. operation in Caracas, setting up a legal and diplomatic battle over jurisdiction, sovereignty and criminal charges.
Davos 2026 wraps amid geopolitical strain as leaders push for cooperation in a contested world
The World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos concluded after days of debate over global security and economic headwinds, with leaders urging cooperation while acknowledging deepening international tensions.
Trump’s 2026 National Defence Strategy prioritizes deterring China and homeland defense, with allies urged to do more
A new U.S. National Defence Strategy under President Donald Trump emphasizes homeland defense and deterring China in the Indo-Pacific, while arguing allies should shoulder more of the burden for European security. The strategy also highlights modernization priorities across nuclear, cyber, and emerging technologies.
Israeli fire kills journalists and children on one of Gaza’s deadliest days since the ceasefire, AP reports
One of the deadliest days since the October ceasefire saw strikes and shootings that killed journalists and children in Gaza, according to AP. Israel said it targeted suspects operating a drone. The incidents renewed scrutiny of rules governing military action during a fragile truce.
Davos 2026 closes after a tense week as leaders confront geopolitical rifts and economic pressure
The World Economic Forum’s 2026 annual meeting in Davos wrapped up after a week dominated by geopolitical tension, trade threats and debates over growth, AI and the future of energy, as political leaders and corporate executives sought to position themselves in a more contested global environment.
U.S. envoys press Israel to advance Gaza ceasefire’s next phase and reopen Rafah crossing
Senior U.S. representatives met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and urged movement into the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire, with attention focused on steps tied to reopening the Rafah border crossing and recovering the remains of the last Israeli hostage still in Gaza. The talks come amid continuing violence and disputes over incidents inside the strip.
U.S. envoys press Israel to move Gaza ceasefire toward a second phase as Rafah crossing talks intensify
American envoys met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as diplomatic pressure builds to advance the Gaza ceasefire into a second phase. Discussions included the Rafah border crossing, potential monitoring arrangements, and steps tied to hostages as violence and disputed incidents persist.