Weather forecast for January 18, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Snowfalls and blizzards are predicted in the basins of the Ulz and Khalkh rivers, while overall, the weather will be cloudy. The wind in most regions will blow from the northwest at a speed of 4-9 meters per second, but in the Gobi, it may strengthen to 14-16 meters per second.
Thousands of people gathered for a rally in Copenhagen to protest against U.S. President Donald Trump's threats to seize Greenland and to show support for the local population. This was reported by sources such as Danmarks Radio. Protesters came with flags of Greenland and banners with slogans like "Hands off Greenland." The square in front of the city hall in the Danish capital was filled with people, and then the crowd marched towards the U.S. embassy, where speeches and
The published footage shows Adam Kadyrov participating in a meeting with representatives of the republic's law enforcement agencies. During this meeting, issues related to preparations for the upcoming elections, ensuring the safety of citizens during the elections, as well as measures for the prevention and fight against extremism were discussed. It is worth noting that the date of the video recording was not specified.
The most critical situation is observed in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, where local authorities have declared a state of emergency. City services are struggling to eliminate the consequences of the heavy snowfall, which is considered the most significant in the last 30 years. According to the latest reports, two people have died as a result of snow falling from roofs. The body of a 60-year-old man was found near a two-story building, while a 62-year-old man died next to a private house in the
According to information from the publication Interesting Engineering, Parkie allows cars to be parked without driver involvement. To do this, it is necessary to leave the car in a designated area, after which the robot will independently find a free parking space. Upon departure, the car will be returned to the owner in the same manner. The system is already actively used in multi-level parking lots, where several robots can operate simultaneously.
In Cuba, 32 Cuban soldiers who died as a result of U.S. attacks on Venezuela were buried. This was reported by Cubavision. The solemn ceremony took place on the runway of José Martí Airport, attended by Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, former President Raúl Castro, and Minister of the Interior Lázaro Alberto Álvarez.
In the first incident, the private company Galactic Energy conducted a launch of the Ceres-2 rocket. Despite a successful liftoff, it soon suffered a failure and was completely destroyed. This was the debut launch of this model, during which six satellites were planned to be placed into orbit. In the second case, the launch of the "Changzheng-3B" ("Great March") rocket, which was supposed to deliver the Shijian 32 satellite, was unsuccessful.
The defense pact signed by Japan and the Philippines will allow the armed forces of both countries to exchange resources such as ammunition, fuel, and food without tax charges during joint exercises. According to Euronews, this agreement also implies joint actions in the event of natural disasters. Before the agreement comes into effect, it will need to be ratified by Japanese lawmakers.
Illustrative photo On January 16, the White House announced the creation of the National Committee for the Governance of Gaza (NCAG) and the formation of an international Council for Peace, which will be responsible for implementing the American peace initiative for the Gaza Strip. This information was published in a statement on the official website of the U.S. administration. Ali Shaas, who previously held key positions in the Palestinian National Authority, will head the NCAG. His main task
At an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council dedicated to the protests in Iran, US Special Representative to the UN Mike Waltz stated that President Trump is ready for active measures. He emphasized that Trump is a man of action who does not intend to limit himself to mere words, as is often the case at the UN. "All options are on the table to stop the violence. And the Iranian authorities need to understand this," Waltz said, as reported by Euronews. Meanwhile, Trump noted that
On January 16, the President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon, initiated a series of personnel reshuffles in key structures of the country, including the Ministry of Defense, Border Troops, the National Guard, as well as the Agency for State Financial Control and the Fight Against Corruption, and the Main Department for the Execution of Criminal Sentences of the Ministry of Justice. This was reported by the press service of the President of Tajikistan. As a result of these changes, new personnel
According to Major General Sören Andersen, who heads the Danish Joint Arctic Command in Greenland, the country's military is focused on preventing potential Russian activity rather than defending against possible threats from the United States. This statement was made in an interview cited by RBC with reference to Reuters. Andersen clarified that there are currently no Chinese or Russian ships near Greenland; however, one Russian research vessel was located 310 nautical miles
Starting in 2026, the Chinese airline Spring Airlines, one of the leading airlines in the country based in Shanghai, plans to launch direct flights on the Shanghai–Ulaanbaatar–Shanghai route. Spring Airlines (春秋航空) is a budget airline based in Shanghai (China) that operates regular passenger flights both domestically and internationally. The main airport for this airline is Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, with Shanghai Pudong International Airport also serving as a secondary hub.
According to information published by DW, EASA strongly recommends that airlines avoid flights in Iranian airspace. This warning applies to all altitudes. The regulator noted that in light of the current geopolitical tensions and potential military escalation by the United States, Iran has activated its air defense forces. This, according to EASA, creates a risk of misidentification of aerial objects in Iranian airspace.
This initiative was announced by Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at the 78th session of the UN General Assembly in 2023. From April 22 to 24, 2026, a Regional Environmental Summit will take place in Astana, expecting approximately 1,500 participants, including representatives from government bodies, international organizations, business, the scientific community, and civil society. According to The Astana Times, the summit will focus on developing solutions to climate and environmental issues in
Illustrative photo According to information provided by the ministry, the destroyed drones were shot down in the following regions: 47 – in the waters of the Black Sea; 29 – over Belgorod region; 12 – in Kursk region; 4 – in Rostov region; 4 – in Astrakhan region; 2 – in the Republic of Crimea; 1 – in the waters of the Sea of Azov.
According to the investigation, among the accused are citizens of Spain, Colombia, and Cuba, as well as a person with dual citizenship of Spain and Colombia. In 2024, they attempted to set fire to the production workshop of UAB TVC Solutions in Šiauliai, with the total value of the property targeted exceeding 4 million euros. The first incident occurred on the night of September 17, 2024. Investigators claim that the arson was attempted by a citizen of Spain and a person with dual citizenship,
In a new statement from the White House, attention is drawn to the establishment of the National Committee for Gaza Management (NCAG), which will operate within the framework of Trump's plan for ending the conflict in the region. The chairman of this committee has been appointed as Ali Shaat, who previously held the position of deputy minister in the Palestinian government. He will be responsible for organizing the restoration of key public services, the reconstruction of civil
During the work, specialists from the Ukrainian electricity grid operator will restore the damaged 330 kV power line, which was disconnected on January 2 due to hostilities. Representatives of the IAEA have already flown from Vienna to monitor the repair work on the front line. Grossi emphasized that this is already the fourth such agreement for a temporary ceasefire. In light of the ongoing attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, the IAEA is also preparing a new expert mission to
At a press conference with Czech President Petr Pavel, which took place on Friday, January 16, Zelensky announced plans for a Ukrainian delegation to visit the United States for negotiations with the Trump administration. This was reported by DW. The president expressed hope that the results of the meetings would clarify the details of the documents that had already been prepared with the American side, as well as understand how Russia would respond to these efforts.
The EASA emphasized in its statement that this decision is based on the "high risk to civil aviation" in Iran. The agency noted that in light of the current situation and the potential threat of military action from the U.S., Iranian air defense forces are on heightened alert. According to the EASA report, there is a high probability of misidentification of aerial objects in Iran. The unpredictable response of the authorities and the possibility of using various weapons and air
As reported by NBC News, Trump shared his thoughts on the matter on Friday, January 16, during a roundtable discussion focused on healthcare in rural areas. During the discussion on tariff policy, he mentioned that tariffs could be applied in the context of Greenland. The President stated: "If countries refuse to support our plan for Greenland, I can impose tariffs against them, as this island is important for our national security." However, he did not specify which countries and
According to the publication "Fortanga," Adam Kadyrov, the son of Ramzan Kadyrov, was evacuated to Moscow after a traffic accident involving his convoy. Information about the incident emerged from sources within the publication. The publication also noted that on the evening of January 16, an An-148-100EM aircraft from the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations took off from Grozny, information about which was available on the FlightRadar service. This aircraft is used as a
According to Insee data, in 2025, 645,000 children were born in France, while the number of deaths amounted to 651,000, resulting in a natural decrease of 6,000 people. This figure has been declining for several years: for example, in 2020, the growth was +66,300, and in 2024, it was +17,600. This intersection of birth and death rates, as experts note, is a rare phenomenon. Besides the two world wars, similar situations have been recorded only three times: in 1907, 1911, and 1929, but in those
In 2026, India will assume the chairmanship of BRICS at a time when the international system of multilateral diplomacy is facing one of its most serious crises since the end of the Cold War. Experts from IOL share their views on the significance of this event. Tightening of U.S. Policy and the Crisis of MultilateralismWith the start of the new year, the world has faced a series of high-profile actions by President Donald Trump's administration that call into question the sustainability of
According to one informant, the roads leading to the hospital were blocked as Adam Kadyrov was taken to intensive care. "We do not have accurate information about Kadyrov's son's condition. All roads to the hospital are closed, and he is in intensive care unconscious," the source told the publication. According to data from the NIYSO movement, Adam's convoy was speeding and collided with an obstacle, leading to a chain reaction of accidents.
A group of scientists from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS) has conducted direct observation of the Migdal effect using high-tech equipment, which could be an important step towards unraveling the nature of dark matter, according to information from the Chinese scientific publication "Keji Zhibao". Dark matter, as noted by the publication, is a mysterious substance that makes up about 85% of all the material mass in the Universe. This substance does not emit light
According to the results of 2025, Porsche car sales decreased by 10% compared to the previous year, totaling 279,449 units. This reduction is the most significant since 2009, reports RIA Novosti, citing Bloomberg data. In Germany, there is a particularly noticeable decline: sales fell by 16%, amounting to 29,968 cars. In other European countries, the situation is not much better: sales volume decreased by 13%, to 66,340 vehicles. However, the Macan model, unlike the overall trend, showed
In the coming weeks, TikTok will activate a new age verification system for users in European Union countries. This decision comes in response to growing demands for restricting access to the platform for individuals under 16 years old, as reported by the Kazinform agency. The new system, which has been tested over the past year, analyzes profile data, uploaded videos, and behavioral signals to determine whether an account may belong to a user under 13 years old.
In his address, Zelensky also noted: “Russian missiles and drones, as well as attempts to destroy our country, are clear evidence that Russia does not want peace agreements. If Ukrainians suffer from power outages for 20-30 hours because of Russia, this is the main direction of pressure on Moscow. I express my gratitude to everyone who supports Ukraine in this matter. We will actively pursue our diplomatic efforts, both at official and unofficial levels,” he stated. In an interview with
The Norwegian Nobel Committee commented on the awarding of the Peace Prize medal, which took place at the initiative of Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, to U.S. President Donald Trump. In a statement posted on social media platform X, the committee noted: "Once the Nobel Prize winners are announced, the Nobel Prize cannot be revoked, divided, or transferred to others. The decision remains final and relevant for all time... Although the medal may change hands, the status
Yoon Suk-yeol The court proceedings are related to Yoon Suk-yeol's actions in December 2024, when he attempted to impose martial law in the country. He justified this decision by the need to combat "anti-state forces supporting North Korea." However, this regime lasted only a few hours and was revoked by parliament, which soon also voted for the impeachment of the president. As a result, Yoon Suk-yeol was removed from office and subsequently detained. The court also established
"In recognition of his unique commitment to our freedom" U.S. President Donald Trump has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, presented to him by María Corina Machado, the leader of the Venezuelan opposition. This was reported by DW. On January 15, a meeting took place at the White House between Trump and Machado. The opposition leader, who herself became a Nobel Peace Prize laureate last year, presented the award to the American president with the phrase: "in recognition of his
The Central District Court in Seoul has sentenced former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol to five years in prison. The basis for the charges stemmed from actions related to the declaration of martial law in December 2024, particularly obstructing arrests, as reported by the Yonhap agency. This decision marks the first in judicial practice regarding cases involving the former leader of the country. The Korea Herald notes that the prosecution sought a harsher punishment — a total of 10
At the meeting, Kurbonov noted that the new unit will perform combat duty using Bayraktar drones. Additionally, he spoke about the large-scale modernization of the border security system: currently, 42% of the state border is equipped with video surveillance, and 1117 kilometers of fiber-optic communication lines have been laid. Modern drones are now also in the arsenal of border guards.
According to a report by The Athletic, FIFA announced that over 500 million requests were registered during the month of ticket applications for the 2026 World Cup. Now, the International Football Federation will conduct a random draw for all 104 matches of the tournament, and the results will be known to participants in February.
As part of the "Solovyov Live" program, aired on January 10, Solovyov characterized Central Asia as "ours" and suggested the possibility of conducting a special military operation in Russia's spheres of influence. He also mentioned that the loss of Armenia is a "gigantic problem" for the country. Zakharova described Solovyov's words as a personal opinion expressed in the context of a private discussion and noted that they were presented in the form of a
After the negotiations at the White House, Machado, who became a Nobel Peace Prize laureate last year, told reporters that she presented Trump with her medal as a token of gratitude for his exceptional dedication to the freedom of Venezuela. She noted that the meeting with the U.S. president was successful, and her followers can count on his support. Donald Trump highly appreciated Machado's gesture, saying, "Maria presented me with the Nobel Peace Prize for my work. It was a
The export increased by 28.7% in value compared to the previous year. As part of the national program for the development of this industry, investments of ₮198 billion ($57.5 million) are planned to expand the processing capacities of enterprises in Mongolia.
The statement from the General Department of Customs and Taxation notes that this result exceeds the figures for the same period last year by 5.6 percent. The economy of Mongolia is significantly dependent on the mining sector and the export of mineral resources. From January to December 2025, mining products, including coal, copper, and iron ore, accounted for 99.2 percent of the country's total exports.
This year, as part of the "All Stars" event, competitions for young talents, a three-point shooting contest, a skills challenge, as well as men's and women's all-star games are planned. Special attention will be given to the "Mixed All-Star Game," which will feature 22 representatives from the arts, sports, and public life. The teams will be led by famous Mongolian wrestlers Batmagnai and Orkhonbayar. According to the schedule, on January 16, there will be matches
According to this decision, citizens will be able to move freely on the streets and be in public places during the curfew without the need for passes. This also applies to shopping and entertainment centers, which will serve as "points of invincibility" and heating. Such places must provide heating, autonomous power supply, and reliable communication. The authorities also plan to allow the movement of private vehicles. Local authorities and the emergency response headquarters will
During this meeting, Mongolia and China reached an agreement to prepare and sign a Cooperation Agreement in the field of geology. This became possible thanks to a Memorandum of Understanding signed in September 2025 during the "Mining Industry Week" in Mongolia. The main goal of the agreement is to jointly conduct geological and geochemical studies in border areas, as well as to organize expert exchanges and training, which will contribute to the establishment of a geopark in
The export was carried out within the framework of 1,475 trips, exceeding the previous record by 11,236 tons. According to the customs service, 1,241 cargo batches with a total weight of 168,712 tons passed through the Gashuunsukhait border point, while 234 batches weighing 31,729 tons were exported through the Khangi point. Of the total volume, 106,879 tons were supplied through the Mongolian Coal Exchange, using 787 vehicles. This has become the highest figure since the beginning of 2023,
Seven European countries have sent their troops to Greenland as part of an intelligence mission aimed at strengthening security in the region. According to Reuters, France sent the largest contingent of 15 soldiers. Germany allocated 13 military personnel. Sweden sent three officers, while Finland and Norway each sent two, and the United Kingdom and the Netherlands each provided one soldier.
In the last 24 hours, international publications and agencies have covered the events occurring in Ukraine against the backdrop of the ongoing conflict. Here are the main points. According to the Ukrainian project DeepState, Russian troops continue their offensive in the Zaporizhzhia region. Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko reported on a possible easing of the curfew in areas where a state of emergency has been declared in the energy sector. Three people were injured as a result of
On January 15, Thursday, Donald Trump held a meeting with María Corina Machado, the leader of the Venezuelan opposition, in Washington. The discussion focused on the future of Venezuela following U.S. intervention in the country's affairs related to the regime of Nicolás Maduro, according to DW. At the end of the meeting at the White House, Machado, who became a Nobel Peace Prize laureate last year, told the press that she "awarded" Trump her medal in recognition of his
Starting from January 13, 2026, citizens will have the opportunity to send their questions and suggestions directly to the Prime Minister through the E-Mongolia and D-Gov.mn platforms. The government has been implementing the D-Gov.mn electronic governance system for several years, aiming to create a citizen-centered policy and ensure active public participation. This portal allows people to submit their initiatives, proposals, and solutions on various issues. If these ideas receive sufficient