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FRANCE 24 English – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
A bipartisan US Congress delegation began a visit to Copenhagen on Friday to voice support for Denmark and Greenland after US President Donald Trump threatened to take over the Arctic island, an autonomous Danish territory. The two-day visit comes alongside a European show of support in the form of a military reconnaissance mission to Greenland. FRANCE 24's Kethevane Gorjestani brings you this analysis.
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This archived item refers to uS lawmakers seek to reassure Greenland in visit to Denmark • FRANCE 24 English. The source originates from FRANCE 24 English – YouTube and was published in January 2026.
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FRANCE 24 English – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
It was feared 26-year-old protester Erfan Soltani would be sentenced to death, a first since the start of the protests in Iran. But on January 15, Iranian authorities said that, if convicted, he would not be given a death sentence. FRANCE 24's spoke to one of Erfan's relatives, who calls for his liberation.
#iran #iranprotests #erfansoltani
#iran #iranprotests #erfansolfani
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This archived item refers to iran - FRANCE 24 exclusive: 'Erfan is just a protester, he can't be imprisoned for this'. The source originates from FRANCE 24 English – YouTube and was published in January 2026.
Sky News – World
• 16/01/2026
At least seven people have been killed as Uganda's presidential election was engulfed by violence.
This archived item refers to 'Massacre' as Uganda election descends into deadly violence. The source originates from Sky News – World and was published in January 2026.
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FRANCE 24 English – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
This week, we focus on Iran as the country has been rocked by its largest wave of protests since the Islamic revolution in 1979. Human rights groups outside Iran report that thousands have been killed so far. Yet amid the turmoil, women activists and youth campaigners are at the forefront of the struggle, seeking to chart a new course for the nation after decades of repressive rule under the Islamic Republic. Annette Young talks to Iranian filmmaker, Sepideh Farsi and Tara Kangarlou, an Irani...
This archived item refers to iranian women on the frontline of protests • FRANCE 24 English. The source originates from FRANCE 24 English – YouTube and was published in January 2026.
France 24 – English
• 16/01/2026
This week, we focus on Iran as the country has been rocked by its largest wave of protests since the Islamic revolution in 1979. Human rights groups outside Iran report that thousands have been killed so far. Yet amid the turmoil, women activists and youth campaigners are at the forefront of the struggle, seeking to chart a new course for the nation after decades of repressive rule under the Islamic Republic. Annette Young talks to Iranian filmmaker, Sepideh Farsi and Tara Kangarlou, an Iran...
This archived item refers to iranian women on the frontline of protests. The source originates from France 24 – English and was published in January 2026.
Euronews – My Europe (MRSS)
• 16/01/2026
The European Commission is asking business leaders to "support and sign" a French-led initiative to increase the share of European industrial production, according to a letter seen by Euronews. The EU executive's call comes a few days before the Industrial Accelerator Act is presented.
This archived item refers to european Commission urges heavy industry to back 'Made in Europe' manufacturing - leak. The source originates from Euronews – My Europe (MRSS) and was published in January 2026.
France 24 – English
• 16/01/2026
In the space of one year, US President Donald Trump has signed hundreds of executive orders. He has ordered mass deportations, cut thousands of federal jobs, launched a trade war and withdrawn the US from major international institutions and agreements. How has his first year back in power been perceived at home? Are his Republican Party and his MAGA base still fully behind him? Our correspondent Matthieu Mabin reports.
This archived item refers to one year of Trump in the White House: America more divided than ever. The source originates from France 24 – English and was published in January 2026.
NBC News – World
• 16/01/2026
A congressional delegation began a round of meetings with the leaders of Denmark and Greenland amid President Donald Trump's threats to annex the island.
This archived item refers to u.S. lawmakers offer support in Denmark amid Trump threat to 'own' Greenland. The source originates from NBC News – World and was published in January 2026.
Euronews – World (MRSS)
• 16/01/2026
One of Russia's goals, in addition to persecuting its own citizens, "is territorial expansion, mass murder and attacks on civilian targets, including hospitals and schools," the Polish president said.
This archived item refers to polish president slams EU as a 'fading star' while warning of Russian imperialism. The source originates from Euronews – World (MRSS) and was published in January 2026.
New York Times – World
• 16/01/2026
The 24 former volunteers, including the refugee turned campaigner Sara Mardini, were prosecuted after helping migrants during the European refugee crisis nearly a decade ago.
This archived item refers to greek Court Acquits Rescue Workers Accused of Smuggling Migrants. The source originates from New York Times – World and was published in January 2026.
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euronews – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
European troops in Greenland will not impact Trump's takeover plans, White House says
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen, speaking after leaving the White House, said a US takeover of Greenland was "absolutely not necessary."
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This archived item refers to european troops in Greenland will not impact Trump's takeover plans, White House says. The source originates from euronews – YouTube and was published in January 2026.
France 24 – English
• 16/01/2026
Venezuela’s interim leader Delcy Rodriguez on Friday announced she had dismissed Alex Saab from his role as industry minister. Saab is a close ally of deposed president Nicolas Maduro and has faced accusations of acting as a front man for the former leader.
This archived item refers to venezuela’s interim leader sacks Maduro ally Alex Saab as industry minister. The source originates from France 24 – English and was published in January 2026.
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euronews – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
End of an Empire: Kathleen Kennedy departs from Disney and Star Wars
The first post-Disney Star Wars dynasty is over. Kathleen Kennedy has officially stepped down as the president of Lucasfilm, the Disney subsidiary home to the Star Wars franchise.
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Spark your senses, wake your wonder. Euronews Culture seeks to show creativity in action and inspire our audience to explore the...
This archived item refers to end of an Empire: Kathleen Kennedy departs from Disney and Star Wars. The source originates from euronews – YouTube and was published in January 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 16/01/2026
President Donald Trump has backed Maduro's former vice president Delcy Rodriguez as interim leader of the oil-rich country following the January 3 US military operation to seize Maduro.
"I believe I will be elected when the right time comes as president of Venezuela, the first woman president," Machado told Fox News's Fox & Friends show broadcast Friday after she met with Trump in Washington.
Machado's party has presented evidence that Maduro stole the 2024 election -- claims supported by ...
This archived item refers to machado vows to be Venezuela president 'when the right time comes'. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in January 2026.
France 24 – English
• 16/01/2026
It was feared 26-year-old protester Erfan Soltani would be sentenced to death, a first since the start of the protests in Iran. But on January 15, Iranian authorities said that, if convicted, he would not be given a death sentence. FRANCE 24's spoke to one of Erfan's relatives, who calls for his liberation.
#iran #iranprotests #erfansoltani
This archived item refers to iran - FRANCE 24 exclusive: 'Erfan is just a protester, he can't be imprisoned for this'. The source originates from France 24 – English and was published in January 2026.
Euractiv
• 16/01/2026
Food advocacy groups says the EU must overhaul its food rules now or risk leaving consumers, especially low-income families and children, exposed to misleading claims, weak enforcement, and unchecked marketing
This archived item refers to sAFE urges EU to tighten food rules on labelling and ultra-processed foods [Advocacy Lab]. The source originates from Euractiv and was published in January 2026.
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euronews – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
Washington warns Tehran 'all options are on the table' in emergency UN Security Council session
Trump remains open to military intervention if Tehran continues to exact lethal force on protesters in the ongoing nationwide demonstrations, US representatives told the UN Security Council on Thursday.
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This archived item refers to washington warns Tehran 'all options are on the table' in emergency UN Security Council session. The source originates from euronews – YouTube and was published in January 2026.
Euractiv
• 16/01/2026
Europe’s online shift reflects tighter budgets, shaped by value as much as convenience
This archived item refers to europe’s cost-of-living squeeze is reshaping online shopping [Advocacy Lab]. The source originates from Euractiv and was published in January 2026.
Euronews – World (MRSS)
• 16/01/2026
An Israeli air strike in Gaza killed five, including a commander of Hamas' Al Qassam Brigades. Hamas called it an assassination, accusing Israel of escalating tensions.
This archived item refers to gaza air strike by Israel kills Hamas commander and four others. The source originates from Euronews – World (MRSS) and was published in January 2026.
Euractiv
• 16/01/2026
Europe risks remaining reactive unless industrial ambition is matched by strategic foresight, investment and social cohesion
This archived item refers to ‘Competitiveness delivery’ is Europe’s greatest industrial challenge [Advocacy Lab]. The source originates from Euractiv and was published in January 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 16/01/2026
US President Donald Trump has been pushing for a halt to the war and has pressured Ukraine to accept peace terms that Kyiv has likened to capitulation to Russia.
Key sticking points remain between Kyiv and Washington, and Ukraine has been seeking clarity from allies about what security guarantees it will receive as part of the plan, which it believes are vital to deter Russia from invading again.
Zelensky told reporters -- including from AFP -- that Ukrainian negotiators were on their way ...
This archived item refers to zelensky hopes for security guarantees plan in looming US talks. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in January 2026.
BBC News – World
• 16/01/2026
He has been a prominent voice calling for protests against Iran's authoritarian regime to continue.
This archived item refers to who is Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's last shah?. The source originates from BBC News – World and was published in January 2026.
European Parliament – Press releases (EN)
• 16/01/2026
Rapporteur Andrey Novakov (EPP, BG) and shadow rapporteurs will brief journalists on the update of EU air passengers rights rules, shortly after the vote in plenary on Wednesday.Committee on Transport and Tourism Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP
This archived item refers to press release - Air passenger rights: press conference on Wednesday at 14.30. The source originates from European Parliament – Press releases (EN) and was published in January 2026.
France 24 – English
• 16/01/2026
Iran's nationwide protest movement appears to have slowed amid a brutal crackdown by authorities that has killed thousands of people and put tens of thousands more in prison. This week FRANCE 24's media show Scoop looks at international media coverage and the competing narratives. Our guest is award-winning journalist Samira Mohyeddin.
This archived item refers to behind the media coverage of Iran's brutal crackdown. The source originates from France 24 – English and was published in January 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 16/01/2026
The two-day visit comes alongside a European show of support in the form of a military reconnaissance mission to Greenland.
The 11 congressmen and women were to hold talks with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and her Greenlandic counterpart Jens-Frederik Nielsen.
The group arrived at the Danish employers' association Dansk Industri around midday for discussions with business leaders.
They were due later to meet members of the Danish parliament, over which the Greenlandic flag was ...
This archived item refers to uS congress members visit Denmark to support Greenland. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in January 2026.
Euronews – My Europe (MRSS)
• 16/01/2026
Food technology made in Europe is a global leader. What is the reason behind this success story? Euronews sent its reporter to East Germany to look for answers in Leipzig's "Bio-City".
This archived item refers to lab-grown proteins for a hungry world - made in Europe. The source originates from Euronews – My Europe (MRSS) and was published in January 2026.
France 24 – English
• 16/01/2026
Hundreds of thousands of Ukrainian homes are either entirely without heating, or with severely reduced heating. This, as temperatures rarely rise above minus 10. It’s the result of Russia’s campaign of drone and missile attacks on the country’s energy facilities, which Volodymyr Zelensky says Moscow has deliberately intensified to coincide with the cold weather. FRANCE 24's Gulliver Cragg reports.
This archived item refers to ukrainians brave winter cold as Russia targets energy infrastructure. The source originates from France 24 – English and was published in January 2026.
Politico Europe
• 16/01/2026
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney warned Friday that a decision on who owns Greenland doesn’t belong to U.S. President Donald Trump.
“The future of Greenland is a decision for Greenland and for the Kingdom of Denmark,” Carney told journalists at a press conference in Beijing following talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Carney urged NATO allies including the U.S. to “respect their commitments” as he stressed Canada’s support for Danish sovereignty over the strategically vi...
This archived item refers to carney to Trump: Back off on Greenland. The source originates from Politico Europe and was published in January 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 16/01/2026
Mahdieh Esfandiari, a 39-year-old Iranian, was arrested in France in February on charges of promoting and inciting "terrorism" on social media over comments she is said to have made, including on Palestinian militant group Hamas attacking Israel on October 7, 2023, according to French authorities.
She is accused of writing posts for a channel called "Axis of the Resistance" in 2023 and 2024 on platforms including Telegram, X, Twitch and YouTube.
She was released after some eight months in...
This archived item refers to french prosecutor seeks year in jail for Iranian over comments online. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in January 2026.
The Guardian – World
• 16/01/2026
Veteran president holding off main challenger Bobi Wine after campaign marred by violence at opposition ralliesAt least seven people have been killed in violence overnight in central Uganda, police have said, after national elections that looked likely to extend Yoweri Museveni’s rule into a fifth decade.Results announced by the electoral commission showed the 81-year-old incumbent with more than 75% of the vote in Thursday’s presidential election, based on tallies from 59% of polling station...
This archived item refers to early results show Museveni leading Uganda election amid reports of violence. The source originates from The Guardian – World and was published in January 2026.
Politico Europe
• 16/01/2026
Bulgaria will once again hold a snap parliamentary election, a month after the country’s last government collapsed, President Rumen Radev announced Friday.
He had most recently tasked the centrist Alliance for Rights and Freedoms (APS) group with forming a government, but it rejected the chance to nominate a prime ministerial candidate. This marks the third time a party has rejected the president’s request this week alone.
APS Chairman Hayri Sadakov said Friday: “Our parlia...
This archived item refers to bulgaria heads for yet another snap election. The source originates from Politico Europe and was published in January 2026.
The Guardian – World
• 16/01/2026
US president criticised for accepting medal awarded to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina MachadoPolitical leaders in Norway have condemned the Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado’s “absurd” decision to present her Nobel peace prize medal to Donald Trump, accusing the US president of being a “classic showoff” who takes credit for other people’s work.The Nobel laureate gave her medal to Trump at the White House on Thursday “in recognition [of] his unique commitment [to’] o...
This archived item refers to giving Trump the Nobel peace prize medal is ‘absurd’, say Norwegian politicians. The source originates from The Guardian – World and was published in January 2026.
BBC News – Europe
• 16/01/2026
Two fragments of the 11th-Century fabric were stolen from Bayeux during the Nazi occupation of France in the 1940s.
This archived item refers to germany returns stolen fragments of Bayeux Tapestry to France. The source originates from BBC News – Europe and was published in January 2026.
Euronews – World (MRSS)
• 16/01/2026
In recent months, the EU has suffered the most serious diplomatic defeats. This will only change in the future if the member states possess greater military power, Karl-Heinz Paqué writes in an opinion article for Euronews.
This archived item refers to europe is permanently vulnerable to blackmail — it must rearm. The source originates from Euronews – World (MRSS) and was published in January 2026.
Euractiv
• 16/01/2026
Filing the case, the Russian central bank said Euroclear had acted illegally in freezing the assets
This archived item refers to russia holds hearing in €200bn case over frozen assets in EU. The source originates from Euractiv and was published in January 2026.
France 24 – English
• 16/01/2026
The United States on Thursday said Iran halted 800 executions of protesters under pressure from President Donald Trump, after Gulf allies appeared to pull him back from military action over Tehran's deadly crackdown on demonstrations. Iran was shaken over the last week by some of the biggest anti-government protests in the history of the Islamic republic, although the demonstrations appear to have diminished over the last few days in the face of repression and a week-long internet blackout.
This archived item refers to uS claims Iran halts executions of protesters amid crackdown on dissent. The source originates from France 24 – English and was published in January 2026.
EUobserver
• 16/01/2026
EU states mostly kept quiet on US military threats against Iran, while China voiced outrage, at nerve-wracking UN talks in New York.
This archived item refers to eU soft on US threats against Iran, as China warns of 'abyss'. The source originates from EUobserver and was published in January 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 16/01/2026
The 11 congressmen and women were to hold talks with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and her Greenlandic counterpart Jens-Frederik Nielsen, among others.
Their visit came two days after a meeting in Washington where Copenhagen said Denmark and the United States were in "fundamental disagreement" over the future of Greenland, which is an autonomous territory of Denmark.
An AFP reporter in Copenhagen saw a large black van leave Frederiksen's office shortly before noon (1100 GMT) on ...
This archived item refers to uS congress members in Denmark in support of Greenland. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in January 2026.
Euractiv
• 16/01/2026
The EU's cybersecurity agency ENISA will also see a broader mandate and gain additional resources, according to a draft version of the plan obtained by Euractiv
This archived item refers to cybersecurity Act review to beef up certification schemes. The source originates from Euractiv and was published in January 2026.
NBC News – World
• 16/01/2026
Prime Minister Mark Carney hailed a “new strategic partnership ”as China and Canada cut tariffs after a meeting with President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Friday.
This archived item refers to canada turns to China as Trump's tariffs and threats bring old foes together. The source originates from NBC News – World and was published in January 2026.
The Guardian – World
• 16/01/2026
Minnesota governor Tim Walz urges president to ‘stop this campaign of retribution’ as he threatens to deploy militaryHere are some images coming in overnight on the wires from Minneapolis:Hello and thank you for joining us on the US politics live blog.A group of US parliamentarians is visiting Copenhagen today for talks with senior Danish and Greenlandic officials. The Danish and Greenlandic foreign ministers announced on Wednesday that they were forming a working group with the US to discuss...
This archived item refers to tensions remain high in Minnesota as ACLU files lawsuit and Trump threatens Insurrection Act – US politics live. The source originates from The Guardian – World and was published in January 2026.
The Guardian – World
• 16/01/2026
Russian attacks on Ukraine’s power plants as severe frost set in have been described as ‘crimes against humanity’Outside the main pumping station for Bucha, three engineers, bundled up in parkas, are working on the emergency generator keeping the Ukrainian city supplied with water.One holds a heat gun to the generator’s filter in an effort to unfreeze it, his face reddened by blowing snow and a daytime temperature of -12C (10.4F). Watching attentively is the city’s mayor, Anatolii Fedoruk. Th...
This archived item refers to ‘An attempt to break people’: Bucha holds out amid Russia’s weaponisation of winter. The source originates from The Guardian – World and was published in January 2026.
France 24 – English
• 16/01/2026
A Tehran resident who took part in the protests that have roiled Iran before fleeing the country has described a deadly crackdown – with security forces firing indiscriminately at protesters with machine guns and assault rifles – in an exclusive interview with FRANCE 24.
This archived item refers to ‘I saw 12 people collapsed in a pool of blood’: Eyewitness describes Iran’s deadly crackdown. The source originates from France 24 – English and was published in January 2026.
France 24 – English
• 16/01/2026
This week, Valérie Fayolle meets Pascal Obispo. His melodies have left their mark on the French musical landscape and he's well known as an author, composer and performer. Now we meet his alter-ego, the painter! Pascal takes us to the Ange Basso gallery in Paris's 6th arrondissement, where his artwork is on currently on show. We also discover Julie Depardieu's one-woman show, "La Misérable" at the Marigny studio. Depardieu plays Juliette Drouet, the woman who was Victor Hugo's mistress for a...
This archived item refers to a cultural stroll through Paris with singer Pascal Obispo and actress Julie Depardieu. The source originates from France 24 – English and was published in January 2026.
RFI – English
• 16/01/2026
South Africa's defence minister has ordered an inquiry into reports of Iran's participation in navy exercises, apparently against the instructions of the president, the ministry said Friday.
This archived item refers to south Africa to probe Iran's role in war games that angered US. The source originates from RFI – English and was published in January 2026.
BBC News – World
• 16/01/2026
The BBC speaks to Iranians at the border with Iraq, as authorities continue to block the flow of information with an internet blackout.
This archived item refers to 'I was hit in the face by pellets': Iranians on border describe violence and more protests. The source originates from BBC News – World and was published in January 2026.
BBC News – World
• 16/01/2026
The defence minister orders an inquiry into reports the military flouted orders to expel Iran from naval drills.
This archived item refers to uS accuses South Africa military of 'cosying up to Iran'. The source originates from BBC News – World and was published in January 2026.
France 24 – English
• 16/01/2026
François Picard welcomes Norwegian-Iranian neuroscientist Mahmood Amiry-Moghaddam, Director of Iran Human Rights NGO. He offers a rare quantified data-driven-account of fatalities in the current Iranian uprising, grounded in documented evidence and firsthand reporting. Against a backdrop of an Internet blackout and brutal state repression, Professor Amiry-Moghaddam situates the crisis not only as a statistical tragedy but as a lived reality inside Iran, where digital communication itself car...
This archived item refers to urgent appeal amid deadly crackdown: Iran Human Rights presses UN Security Council to act. The source originates from France 24 – English and was published in January 2026.
France 24 – English
• 16/01/2026
French President Emmanuel Macron has backed a campaign to have France’s bistros and cafés recognised as part of Unesco’s intangible cultural heritage, putting them on a par with the baguette. The push follows a 2024 initiative by the Association of French Bistros and Cafés, which argues these venues are enduring social spaces that link generations.
This archived item refers to macron backs UNESCO bid for French bistros and cafés. The source originates from France 24 – English and was published in January 2026.
Politico Europe
• 16/01/2026
The Kremlin’s chief spokesperson hailed calls from Paris, Rome and Berlin to reopen talks with Moscow as a “positive evolution.”
Russia has largely been in the diplomatic freezer since early 2022, when it launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
But Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz have recently signaled new openness to dialogue with Moscow, with Merz this week calling for a “balance in relations” with Russ...
This archived item refers to kremlin sees win in European calls for Putin talks. The source originates from Politico Europe and was published in January 2026.
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DW News – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
With Germany and India both shaken by Trump 2.0, they’re now trying to deepen ties from business to defense – with Friedrich Merz greeted to much fanfare by Narendra Modi in the Indian Prime Minister’s home city. But is this for real, or are the good vibes just for show? Find out in this edition of Berlin Briefing with Richard Walker, Biresh Banerjee, Michaela Küfner, and Sandra Petersmann.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Merz in India
03:21 Modi’s hometown
06:26 Competing for attention
07:10 Modi & M...
This archived item refers to as the world shifts, Germany turns to India — Will it work? | Berlin Briefing Podcast. The source originates from DW News – YouTube and was published in January 2026.
Euronews – World (MRSS)
• 16/01/2026
Ukraine faces another harsh winter as Russian strikes leave Kyiv without stable electricity or heating. Residents rely on emergency centres to cope with the cold.
This archived item refers to war in Ukraine: How Kyiv copes with winter power outages. The source originates from Euronews – World (MRSS) and was published in January 2026.
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euronews – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
Latest news bulletin | January 16th, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this January 16th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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This archived item refers to latest news bulletin | January 16th, 2026 – Midday. The source originates from euronews – YouTube and was published in January 2026.
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euronews – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
Fact check: Is Ursula von der Leyen 'auto-increasing' her own salary?
Recent claims circulating on social media allege that European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has been “automatically increasing” her own salary. The Cube examined the claims to clarify how the salaries of EU officials are actually determined.
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This archived item refers to fact check: Is Ursula von der Leyen 'auto-increasing' her own salary?. The source originates from euronews – YouTube and was published in January 2026.
Euronews – My Europe (MRSS)
• 16/01/2026
Recent claims circulating on social media allege that European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has been “automatically increasing” her own salary. The Cube examined the claims to clarify how the salaries of EU officials are actually determined.
This archived item refers to fact check: Is Ursula von der Leyen 'auto-increasing' her own salary?. The source originates from Euronews – My Europe (MRSS) and was published in January 2026.
RFI – English
• 16/01/2026
The bodies of at least 21 migrants have been found in a mass grave on a farm in eastern Libya, security sources have said, with as many as 10 others who survived captivity showing signs of of torture. It is the latest tragedy involving people seeking to reach Europe through the North African country.
This archived item refers to bodies of more than 20 African migrants found in mass grave in Libya. The source originates from RFI – English and was published in January 2026.
Euractiv
• 16/01/2026
In today's edition: wine biofuel, chemical union, Ukraine woes
This archived item refers to vOLTAGE: Green groups warn against plundering ETS revenue. The source originates from Euractiv and was published in January 2026.
France 24 – English
• 16/01/2026
Alison Sargent welcomes Dr. Andrew Smith, Historian of Modern France and Lecturer in Liberal Arts at Queen Mary University of London. Dr. Smith offers a thoughtful assessment of the Bougival agreement and its highly contested reception in New Caledonia, drawing attention to the deeper undercurrents of mistrust, political plurality, and colonial legacy that shape this pivotal moment. The accord recognises a “state” within France, yet it also embeds mechanisms of control that reignite fears a...
This archived item refers to bougival Accord at an impasse: 'Nothing can move forward without participation of Kanak people'. The source originates from France 24 – English and was published in January 2026.
France 24 – English
• 16/01/2026
Alison Sargent welcomes Dr. Andrew Smith, Historian of Modern France and Lecturer in Liberal Arts at Queen Mary University of London. Dr. Smith offers a thoughtful assessment of the Bougival agreement and its highly contested reception in New Caledonia, drawing attention to the deeper undercurrents of mistrust, political plurality, and colonial legacy that shape this pivotal moment. The accord recognises a “state” within France, yet it also embeds mechanisms of control that reignite fears a...
This archived item refers to bougival Accord at impasse: 'Nothing can move forward without participation of Kanak people'. The source originates from France 24 – English and was published in January 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 16/01/2026
On his first visit to Germany since ousting Syria's longtime leader Bashar al-Assad, Sharaa is also set to meet President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.
The former Islamist rebel chief has made frequent overseas trips as he undergoes a rapid reinvention, including to the United States and France, and a series of international sanctions on Syria have been lifted.
The focus of next week's visit for the German government will be on stepping up repatriations of Syrians, a priority for Merz's conse...
This archived item refers to syria's leader set to visit Berlin with deportations in focus. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in January 2026.
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DW News – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
Ukraine, where intensified Russian attacks on the country’s energy infrastructure have plunged millions into darkness, cold, and water shortages. On Wednesday, a state of emergency was declared for the entire energy sector. With temperatures below minus ten degrees Celsius, continued strikes, and no rapid recovery in sight, the worst energy crisis since the war began is pushing parts of the population to the brink. DW’s Max Zander reports from Kyiv.
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• 16/01/2026
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RFI – Live News EN
• 16/01/2026
"I deny having abused, coerced, or disrespected any woman. These accusations are absolutely false and deeply sadden me," the 82-year-old wrote on his Instagram account.
Iglesias, one of the most successful Latin artists of all time, is a Grammy winner with more than 300 million records sold in a career spanning decades.
Two women -- a domestic worker and a physiotherapist -- allege they suffered sexual and other forms of abuse while working at Iglesias's properties in the Dominican Republi...
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Euronews – World (MRSS)
• 16/01/2026
Trump remains open to military intervention if Tehran continues to exact lethal force on protesters in the ongoing nationwide demonstrations, US representatives told the UN Security Council on Thursday.
This archived item refers to washington warns Tehran 'all options are on the table' in emergency UN Security Council session. The source originates from Euronews – World (MRSS) and was published in January 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 16/01/2026
The threat of new military action by the United States against Iran has also appeared to have receded for the time being, with a Saudi official saying Gulf allies have persuaded President Donald Trump to give the Iranian leadership a "chance".
Protests sparked by economic grievances started with a shutdown in the Tehran bazaar on December 28 but turned into a mass movement demanding the removal of the clerical system that has ruled Iran since the 1979 revolution.
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This archived item refers to iran protest movement subsides in face of 'brutal' crackdown. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in January 2026.
Euronews – My Europe (MRSS)
• 16/01/2026
Migrant returns increased by nearly a fifth, but a significant gap remains between the number of repatriation orders issued and those carried out.
This archived item refers to migrant returns: Which EU countries are increasing repatriations?. The source originates from Euronews – My Europe (MRSS) and was published in January 2026.
New York Times – World
• 16/01/2026
Understanding the factors that can topple regimes.
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New York Times – World
• 16/01/2026
A backlash over a rant against Ukrainian officials has raised questions about Eastern Europe’s welcome of Russian dissidents.
This archived item refers to antiwar Russians in Europe Learn That They Must Watch Their Words. The source originates from New York Times – World and was published in January 2026.
Washington Post – World
• 16/01/2026
Attacked by the U.S. military, Venezuela’s socialist regime is now working with the Trump administration to harness the world’s largest proven oil reserves.
This archived item refers to with Maduro in U.S. custody, his lieutenants warm to Trump. The source originates from Washington Post – World and was published in January 2026.
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FRANCE 24 English – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
A bipartisan delegation of US lawmakers will meet with the leaders of Denmark and Greenland on Friday to reassure them of congressional support despite President Donald Trump's threats to seize the Arctic island. Trump has said Greenland is vital to US security because of its strategic location and large supply of minerals and has not ruled out the use of force to take it.
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RFI – English
• 16/01/2026
Uganda’s main opposition candidate, Bobi Wine, was under house arrest, his party said, as early results on Friday showed veteran President Yoweri Museveni with a commanding lead in the presidential election.
This archived item refers to ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine under house arrest as Museveni leads vote. The source originates from RFI – English and was published in January 2026.
France 24 – English
• 16/01/2026
Iranian authorities deployed riot police Thursday evening on Tehran's main square and avenues to prevent protests, FRANCE 24's correspondent Siavosh Ghazi said. Ghazi also reported that Iran has not yet responded to the White House claim that it has halted executions for some 800 protesters.
This archived item refers to iran deploys riot police to shut down protests. The source originates from France 24 – English and was published in January 2026.
The Guardian – World
• 16/01/2026
Denmark’s foreign secretary has denied the assertion and since reiterated that discussion over territory is a red line.Meanwhile, Bulgaria’s president Rumen Radev said the country will hold a snap election after leading parties refused a mandate to form a government, Reuters reported.The latest development comes a month on from the collapse of the previous government amid public frustration with economic policies and perceived failure to tackle corruption, and just two weeks after Bulgaria jo...
This archived item refers to white House claims ‘acquisition of Greenland’ is purpose of working group – Europe live. The source originates from The Guardian – World and was published in January 2026.
The Guardian – World
• 16/01/2026
The new shadow justice secretary Nick Timothy said he was ‘sorry’ for how the Conservatives ‘handled certain things in those last few years’ in powerPolitics is re-aligning and Robert Jenrick had to get on the side of authenticity, is how Reform UK’s new Scotland leader Malcolm Offord explained yesterday’s extraordinary ejection/defection drama.Offord would be forgiven for feeling sore after Jenrick overshadowed his own coronation as the party’s Scottish leader, less than four months out from...
This archived item refers to shadow minister replacing Robert Jenrick says Tories ‘let down’ the country in government – UK politics live. The source originates from The Guardian – World and was published in January 2026.
New York Times – World
• 16/01/2026
China will in turn cut its own tariffs on Canadian canola products, Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada said in Beijing on Friday.
This archived item refers to canada Breaks With U.S. to Slash Tariffs on Some Chinese Electric Vehicles. The source originates from New York Times – World and was published in January 2026.
The Guardian – World
• 16/01/2026
Mark Carney holds talks with Xi Jinping on rare Beijing trip as Canada seeks to diversify trade links away from USBusiness live – latest updatesCanada’s prime minister, Mark Carney, has hailed a “new strategic partnership” with China as he held talks in Beijing with President Xi Jinping, the first visit there by a Canadian leader in eight years.Addressing Xi in the Great Hall of the People, Carney said: “Together we can build on the best of what this relationship has been in the past to creat...
This archived item refers to canada PM hails ‘strategic partnership’ with China to adapt to ‘new global realities’. The source originates from The Guardian – World and was published in January 2026.
RFI – English
• 16/01/2026
France's government has halted budget discussions in parliament and is expected to announce Friday a way forward after failing to gain backing from lawmakers for this year's spending bill.
This archived item refers to france says parliamentary approval of budget is 'impossible'. The source originates from RFI – English and was published in January 2026.
Euractiv
• 16/01/2026
In today's edition: EMA, EU-India trade-offs, and Trump's health plan
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EUobserver
• 16/01/2026
There was intense digital interference during last year's Dutch parliamentary elections, with generative AI political content playing an increasing role and producing vast engagement, according to the Dutch Hybrid Election Integrity Observatory.
This archived item refers to aI-driven digital manipulation ‘tested’ Dutch election integrity, researchers warn. The source originates from EUobserver and was published in January 2026.
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DW News – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
Venezuela’s opposition leader has given her Nobel Peace Prize medal to US President Donald Trump. The White House says Trump intends to keep it. He aggressively lobbied for the award in 2025.
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The Guardian – World
• 16/01/2026
Jafar Panahi, director of Palme d’Or winner It Was Just an Accident, says Iranian leaders want to destroy countryThe Khamenei regime will not be able to maintain control over Iranian society after the violent suppression of the latest wave of protests, one of the country’s leading film-makers has predicted.“It is impossible for this government to sustain itself in this situation,” the director Jafar Panahi told the Guardian. “They know it too. They know that it will be impossible to rule over...
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euronews – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
US-Denmark spat over Greenland 'not the end at all' of NATO, says Latvian defence minister
In an interview Euronews' flagship show Europe Today, Latvian Defence Minister Andris Sprūds sought to dispel concerns the NATO military alliance is in crisis over Greenland, saying he would "not over-dramatise" the situation.
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This archived item refers to uS-Denmark spat over Greenland 'not the end at all' of NATO, says Latvian defence minister. The source originates from euronews – YouTube and was published in January 2026.
Euronews – My Europe (MRSS)
• 16/01/2026
In an interview Euronews' flagship show Europe Today, Latvian Defence Minister Andris Sprūds sought to dispel concerns the NATO military alliance is in crisis over Greenland, saying he would "not over-dramatise" the situation.
This archived item refers to uS-Denmark spat over Greenland 'not the end' of NATO, says Latvian defence minister. The source originates from Euronews – My Europe (MRSS) and was published in January 2026.
Politico Europe
• 16/01/2026
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado said she presented President Donald Trump with her 2025 Nobel Peace Prize at their White House meeting Thursday.
Machado, who spoke to reporters following the meeting and a visit to Capitol Hill, also said her conversation with Trump was “excellent” and came away from the meeting believing the president is “committed to … the freedom of all Venezuelans.”
Machado’s visit to the White House comes as the U.S. seeks to take control of the S...
This archived item refers to venezuelan opposition leader says she presented her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump. The source originates from Politico Europe and was published in January 2026.
The Guardian – World
• 16/01/2026
Move comes as calls for Australia-style social media ban for under-16s grow around worldTikTok will begin the rollout of new age-verification technology across the EU in the coming weeks, as calls for an Australia-style social media ban for under-16s grow in countries including the UK.ByteDance-owned TikTok, and other major platforms popular with young people such as YouTube, are coming under increasing pressure to better identify and remove accounts belonging to children. Continue reading...
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euronews – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
Watch the video: Who will win Portugal's presidential elections?
Portugal is electing a new president this Sunday, and for the first time in 40 years, we might not have an immediate winner. Who will prevail?
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Euronews – My Europe (MRSS)
• 16/01/2026
Portugal is electing a new president this Sunday, and for the first time in 40 years, we might not have an immediate winner. Who will prevail?
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euronews – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
Europe Today: Latvian Defence Minister discusses Greenland and Ukraine
Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme, Europe Today, at 8 am Brussels time. In just 15 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
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Reuters – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
When immigration agents detained Rabbiatu Kuyateh, she sought legal protection from being deported to her native Sierra Leone. But she was put on a plane to Ghana, which she says forcibly returned her to her home country.
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Reuters – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who is on a four-day visit to China, speaks to the media in Beijing. The first Canadian prime minister to visit China since 2017, Carney was on a mission to rebuild ties with Canada's second-largest trading partner after the United States, following months of diplomatic efforts to resolve earlier tension.
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Reuters – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
The ambassadors of the United States and Iran traded barbs at the United Nations over growing anti-government protests in Iran. UN and European officials urged restraint to prevent further violence or regional escalation.
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RFI – Live News EN
• 16/01/2026
Protesters have denounced the aggressive tactics of Trump's broad-reaching immigration raids in rallies in the Midwestern city, which is a Democratic stronghold.
Federal agents fired their weapons in two separate incidents, wounding a man from Venezuela Wednesday and killing an American woman last week.
The Insurrection Act allows a president sidestep the Posse Comitatus Act to suppress "armed rebellion" or "domestic violence" and use the armed forces "as he considers necessary" to enforce...
This archived item refers to trump threatens to invoke Insurrection Act over Minnesota protests. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in January 2026.
France 24 – English
• 16/01/2026
PRESS REVIEW – Friday, January 16: French daily Libération has a chilling "story of carnage" in Iran, while analysts wonder how close the end might be for the regime. In other news, the UK's hard-right Reform party has poached another Conservative MP, this time a frontbencher, as it dwarfs both Labour and the Conservatives in the polls. Finally, reactions vary to the autistic Barbie: for some it's a triumph for diversity, while for others it can only be termed "diversity-washing for corporat...
This archived item refers to 'A story of carnage' in Iran, told by a journalist on the ground. The source originates from France 24 – English and was published in January 2026.
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FRANCE 24 English – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
François Picard welcomes Venezuelan author Vicente Ulive‑Schnell who offers a thoughtful assessment of recent geopolitical developments in Venezuela, following the US military operation, and the realities of Venezuelans under sustained political repression and economic hardship. As Washington engages with both opposition figures and representatives of the Maduro government, it is questionable at best whether external pressure and shifting international priorities genuinely translate into a pa...
This archived item refers to 'Focus on petrol: Trump never talked about democracy nor the Venezuelan people' • FRANCE 24. The source originates from FRANCE 24 English – YouTube and was published in January 2026.
Euractiv
• 16/01/2026
Plus Luxembourg's defence bonds, the SAFE 8, and June deadline for a new Security Strategy
This archived item refers to fIREPOWER: France supplying two-third of Kyiv’s intelligence. The source originates from Euractiv and was published in January 2026.
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DW News – YouTube
• 16/01/2026
Yoon Suk Yeol, the former president of South Korea who was removed from office after declaring martial law in December 2024, was found guilty on several charges on Friday. The court sentenced him to five years in jail. Friday's court ruling is the first of several related to the surprise martial law declaration that lasted a mere six hours due to the South Korean parliament, including members of his own party, voting to end it.
What was ex-President Yoon found guilty of?
Yoon has so far been...
This archived item refers to south Korea's ousted President Yoon sentenced to prison over martial law bid | DW News. The source originates from DW News – YouTube and was published in January 2026.
Euronews – My Europe (MRSS)
• 16/01/2026
Also in this newsletter: Brussels insists it will work with the US on Arctic security despite Trump's threat to grab Greenland, and two dozen humanitarian workers are cleared of human trafficking charges in a symbolic case in Greece.
This archived item refers to newsletter: Inside the EU’s proposal for fresh sanctions on Iran. The source originates from Euronews – My Europe (MRSS) and was published in January 2026.
RFI – Live News EN
• 16/01/2026
"I deny having abused, coerced, or disrespected any woman. These accusations are absolutely false and deeply sadden me," the 82-year-old wrote on his Instagram account.
Iglesias, one of the most successful Latin artists of all time, is a Grammy winner with more than 300 million records sold in a career spanning decades.
Two women -- a domestic worker and a physiotherapist -- alleged they suffered sexual and other forms of abuse while working at Iglesias's properties in the Dominican Republ...
This archived item refers to spanish singer Julio Iglesias says abuse allegations 'absolutely false'. The source originates from RFI – Live News EN and was published in January 2026.
Euronews – My Europe (MRSS)
• 16/01/2026
Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme, Europe Today, at 8 am Brussels time. In just 15 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
This archived item refers to europe Today: Latvian Defence Minister discusses Greenland and Ukraine. The source originates from Euronews – My Europe (MRSS) and was published in January 2026.
Euractiv
• 16/01/2026
In Friday's edition: Iran sanctions, Chinese hybrid levies, Parliament's omnibus, Borrell’s new job, MEP harassment allegation
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