Massive Fire in Karachi Claims Six Lives
A massive fire in Karachi has killed six people and destroyed parts of a historic shopping mall, as firefighters worked through the night to contain the blaze
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Portugal Heads to the Polls in One of Its Closest Presidential Races in Decades
Portugal votes in a closely fought presidential election as rising political fragmentation raises the likelihood of a rare runoff.
Trump Heads Into Davos Storm With Focus Firmly on Home Front
US President Donald Trump returns to Davos amid global tensions over trade, security and geopolitics, while focusing his message on US voters worried about the economy and cost of living.
Iran Confirms Over 5,000 Deaths Amid Nationwide Protests
Iranian authorities report over 5,000 deaths in ongoing nationwide protests, but human rights groups cite lower figures, highlighting tensions in the Kurdish regions.
Trump Appoints Tony Blair, Marco Rubio to New Gaza Peace Board
Trump names Blair, Rubio, and Kushner to Gaza βBoard of Peaceβ to oversee reconstruction and development.
Iranβs Supreme Leader Acknowledges Thousands Killed in Protests
Iran admits heavy toll amid unrest against clerical rule Iranβs Supreme Leader **Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has publicly acknowledged for the first time that thousands of people were killed during the recent nationwide protests β a rare admission from Tehran about the scale of violence. In a speech broadcast on state media, Khamenei described some of the deaths as βinhuman and savageβ but blamed the United States and foreign actors for fueling the unrest. The demonstrations began on 28 December 2025, initially sparked by deepening economic hardship, rising inflation and a sharp fall in the value of the Iranian rial. What…
Greenland, Denmark Protests Over Trump Visit Plans
Thousands of people in Greenland and Denmark have staged demonstrations against plans by former U.S. President Donald Trump to take over Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory. Rallies were held in several Danish cities, including the capital Copenhagen, and in Greenlandβs capital, Nuuk. The protests coincided with a visit by a U.S. Congressional delegation led by Democratic Senator Chris Coons, who described Trumpβs statements as βnot constructive.β Trump has suggested that Greenland is critical for U.S. national security and has not ruled out acquiring the territory by force. He also announced that, from February 1, 10% tariffs will be imposed on…