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Denmark, Greenland Envoys Met With US officials Over Trump's Takeover Call

Denmark and Greenland's envoys to Washington have begun a vigorous effort to urge U.S. lawmakers as well as key Trump administration officials to step back from President Donald Trump's call for a "takeover" of the strategic Arctic island.

Published on: 08.01.2026 21:19
Bengal Governor Receives Death Threat, Security Tightened At Lok Bhavan

Security was tightened at Kolkata Lok Bhavan on late Thursday night after West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose received a threatening email stating "will blast him", allegedly warning of a blast and posing a threat to his life.

Published on: 08.01.2026 20:06
Trump Says US Will Hit Iran "Very Hard" If Protesters Are Killed

US President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened to take severe action against Iran if its authorities "start killing people" who are protesting in the country, where an economic crisis has led to mounting civil unrest.

Published on: 08.01.2026 19:33
'Will Shoot First, Ask Questions Later': Denmark Warns US Over Greenland Invasion

The Danish defence ministry said that soldiers will be required to shoot first and ask questions later if the United States invades Greenland.

Published on: 08.01.2026 19:09
3 Indians Among Crew On Board Russian Oil Tanker Seized By US

Three Indians are among the crew on board the Russian oil tanker seized by the US, local media reported even as Moscow on Thursday asked Washington to comply with international laws on freedom of maritime navigation.

Published on: 08.01.2026 18:57
'Nationwide Internet Blackout' In Iran Amid Protests: Report

A nationwide internet blackout was reported in Iran on Thursday, online watchdog Netblocks said, as the death count mounts from a crackdown by authorities after 12 days of economic protests.

Published on: 08.01.2026 18:45
US Considers Up To $100,000 For Every Greenlander In Buyout Bid: Report

US officials have discussed sending lump sum payments to Greenlanders as part of a bid to convince them to secede from Denmark and potentially join the United States, acc

Published on: 08.01.2026 18:44
Elon Musk's India Connection Behind Son's Name 'Sekhar'

Elon Musk made a recent revelation about the inspiration of the names of his children. Responding to a post by the X handle Tesla Owners Silicon Valley, he explained their full names and what inspired them.

Published on: 08.01.2026 18:34
FBI Takes Over As State Agency "Reluctantly Withdraws" From Shooting Probe

Minnesota's investigations agency said Thursday that the US attorney's office has prevented it from taking part in the investigation into an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer's fatal shooting of Minneapolis woman Renee Good.

Published on: 08.01.2026 18:32
'Listen To People': Iranian President Urges Restraint In Handling Protests

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday called for "utmost restraint" in handling demonstrations against the rising cost of living, which have lasted for 12 days and in which clashes have been reported in several locations nationwide.

Published on: 08.01.2026 18:32
"Ashamed": Trump Slams Republicans Who Voted To Curb His Military Powers

US President Donald Trump lashed out Thursday at a handful of Republican senators for their "stupidity" in voting to limit his military powers, after a secretive raid that captured Venezuela's leader, Nicolas Maduro.

Published on: 08.01.2026 18:32
Mercosur, Cattle Disease: Why French Farmers Are Driving Tractors Into Paris

French farmers have brought tractors to central Paris and blocked roads across the country to demand government action to address numerous grievances.

Published on: 08.01.2026 18:30
US Woman Arrested 'Trying To Be A Mermaid' In Neighbour's Pond, Assaulting Police Officer

A woman was arrested in Louisiana for trespassing and assaulting a deputy after swimming nude in a neighbour's pond while claiming to be a mermaid.

Published on: 08.01.2026 17:06
US Senate Advances Resolution To Limit Trump's Attacks Against Venezuela

The Senate advanced a resolution Thursday that would limit President Donald Trump's ability to conduct further attacks against Venezuela, sounding a note of disapproval for his expanding ambitions in the Western Hemisphere.

Published on: 08.01.2026 17:01
US Muslim-Majority City Renames Street After Bangladesh's Khaleda Zia

The first city in the United States with a Muslim-majority population has renamed one of its roads from Carpenter Street to Khaleda Zia Street to honour former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, reported Desh Rupantor, a Bangladeshi newspaper.

Published on: 08.01.2026 16:55
"She Behaved Horribly": Trump Defends Immigration Officer Who Shot Woman

Just hours after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and killed a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis on Wednesday, US President Donald Trump told reporters that the woman was responsible because she had tried to "run over" the officer.

Published on: 08.01.2026 15:45
Russia-Bound Oil Tanker Hit By Drone In Black Sea, Diverts To Turkey: Report

Russia-bound oil tanker suffered a drone attack in the Black Sea that prompted it to request Turkish coastguard assistance and divert from its course, according to a notice by Lloyd's List Intelligence and a separate maritime security source.

Published on: 08.01.2026 15:03
'It Was Always About Oil': Venezuela's Leader Slams "Energy Greed" Of US

Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, said that the US allegations related to narcotics trafficking, democracy, and human rights were "falsehoods" and that "energy greed" was the real motivation behind the external pressure.

Published on: 08.01.2026 15:00
Trump Wants Venezuela's Oil. What It Means For Climate

Analysts say that technology and stricter emission controls may help, but the economic and climate feasibility of exploiting Venezuelan oil may remain a thorn in the flesh.

Published on: 08.01.2026 13:52
Indian Man Arrested In UK Over Online Grooming Allegations

UK authorities have not yet put out any public statement on the charges or confirming the sequence of events described online.

Published on: 08.01.2026 13:20

News from Arabic Countries

Can tension in Aleppo be contained?

Syrian city sees renewed fighting between army and SDF.

Published on: 08.01.2026 21:31
Syria imposes curfew in Aleppo districts as army, SDF clashes intensify

Authorities says curfew will be in place 'until further notice' amid clashes between Syrian army and Kurdish-led forces.

Published on: 08.01.2026 21:26
Real Madrid to face Barcelona in Spanish Super Club after beating Atletico

Real Madrid beat cross-city rivals Atletico Madrid in the Saudi-hosted Spanish Super Cup to set up Barcelona showdown.

Published on: 08.01.2026 21:24
Snow blankets Italian alpine resort ahead of Winter Olympics

Fresh snowfall hit Italy’s Alpine resort of Livigno less than a month before the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.

Published on: 08.01.2026 20:33
FBI takes over investigation into ICE agent killing of woman in Minneapolis

Minnesota’s Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) Superintendent Drew Evans said US state would no longer be involved.

Published on: 08.01.2026 20:26
Vance defends ICE agent, calls media coverage ‘absolute disgrace’

US Vice President JD Vance defended the actions of ICE agents in Minneapolis after a woman was fatally shot in her car.

Published on: 08.01.2026 20:12
Warner Bros investors torn on Paramount Skydance bid

Some investors criticise WBD's board's rejection of Paramount's offer, citing better chances of regulatory approval.

Published on: 08.01.2026 20:07
Saudi-backed forces deploy in Aden, upping pressure on separatists

Saudi-backed forces were seen deploying in Aden a day after separatist leader Aidarous al-Zubaidi fled to the UAE.

Published on: 08.01.2026 19:26
Israeli attack on Gaza tent kills at least three Palestinians

At least 425 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks since October ceasefire came into effect, Health Ministry says.

Published on: 08.01.2026 19:12
11-year-old girl shot in the head by Israeli troops in Gaza safe zone

Israeli gunfire killed 11-year-old Hamsa Hosou in northern Gaza, her family says, despite a months-long ceasefire.

Published on: 08.01.2026 18:41
Iran experiencing nationwide internet blackout, monitor says

NetBlocks says the apparent blackout follows 'a series of escalating digital censorship measures targeting protests'.

Published on: 08.01.2026 17:58
Injured arrive at Aleppo hospital amid intense artillery fire

Al Jazeera witnessed injured civilians arriving at an Aleppo hospital as SDF and Syrian army forces fought.

Published on: 08.01.2026 17:55
Russia releases French researcher in prisoner exchange

Laurent Vinatier, had been sentenced to three years for allegedly violating Russia’s so-called 'foreign agent' laws.

Published on: 08.01.2026 17:48
‘Greenland is not for sale,’ lawmaker says amid Trump’s escalating threats

Lawmaker Aaja Chemnitz says it's 'very important to find solutions' as top US officials push for control of Greenland.

Published on: 08.01.2026 17:45
Protesters scream ‘ICE out’ one day after fatal shooting in Minneapolis

Protesters faced a tear gas-like chemical as they demanded ICE leave Minneapolis, one day after an officer shot a woman.

Published on: 08.01.2026 17:24
LIVE: Arsenal vs Liverpool – Premier League

Follow our live build-up, with team news coverage, ahead of our text commentary stream of the match at Emirates Stadium.

Published on: 08.01.2026 17:01
US Senate advances resolution to curb Trump military authority in Venezuela

Move, while incremental, underscores unrest over Trump's unilateral military abduction of Maduro among some Republicans.

Published on: 08.01.2026 16:44
Why Trump says getting Greenland is about defence

President Donald Trump insists the US needs to take over Greenland as a matter of national security. Here’s why.

Published on: 08.01.2026 16:39
Cameroon vs Morocco: AFCON 2025 – team news, start time and lineups

Pressure piles on hosts Morocco as they take on five-time champions Cameroon in AFCON's heavyweight quarterfinal.

Published on: 08.01.2026 16:28
Photos: Civilians flee Aleppo amid intensified fighting

Thousands displaced in Aleppo as clashes between Syrian forces and the SDF intensify for the third consecutive day.

Published on: 08.01.2026 16:20
Abduction of Venezuela’s Maduro illegal despite US charges, experts say

A country 'cannot enforce its law on the territory of another state' without consent, UN rapporteur tells Al Jazeera.

Published on: 08.01.2026 16:13
At least 100 people killed in US attack on Venezuela, minister says

Venezuela’s interior minister said at least 100 people were killed and dozens more wounded in US attack.

Published on: 08.01.2026 16:11
Zelenskyy says US security guarantee text ready to be finalised with Trump

The comments come as the Kremlin slammed a plan for France and the UK to send peacekeepers to Ukraine after a ceasefire.

Published on: 08.01.2026 15:53
Senegal’s ‘School of Husbands’ teaches men about gender equality

Senegalese men ask all the questions they don’t dare bring up in public at a so-called ‘School of Husbands’.

Published on: 08.01.2026 15:38
Civilians flee northern Aleppo as SDF, military escalate fighting

Civilians were seen fleeing northern Aleppo neighbourhoods as the SDF and Syrian military escalate their fighting.

Published on: 08.01.2026 15:11