January 31, 2026

NATO Chief Rutte: Europe Can't Defend Itself Without US Support, Calls for More Spending

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte bluntly tells European Parliament that Europe cannot defend itself without the US. He urges doubling defense budgets and warns of the complexity of a European army. Experts say Europe must strengthen its capabilities by 2030 but trust in US security guarantees is fading.

January 31, 2026

Israeli Air Strikes Kill 27 Palestinians in Gaza Amid Ceasefire Violations

At least 27 Palestinians have been killed in heavy Israeli air strikes across Gaza, including women and children. The strikes are the strongest since a recent ceasefire began. Israel says strikes targeted Hamas terrorists violating the truce. Hamas condemns the attacks and calls for US action.

January 31, 2026

Pokémon Cancels Card Game Event at Controversial Yasukuni Shrine After China Backlash

Pokémon has cancelled a card game event set to take place at Tokyo's Yasukuni Shrine following protests from China. The Pokémon Company apologised for listing the event and said it should never have been held at the shrine, which is a sensitive war memorial.

January 31, 2026

Suspected Pakistani Drone Spotted Over Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba Border, Security Forces Launch Search

Security forces launched a swift search operation after a drone, suspected from Pakistan, hovered over the International Border in Samba district, Jammu and Kashmir, on January 31. The drone returned to Pakistan after a short hover, raising concerns of possible weapon or narcotic drops.

January 31, 2026

Israeli Strikes Kill 12 Palestinians in Gaza Amid Ceasefire Talks

At least 12 Palestinians died in Israeli missile strikes in Gaza on Saturday. Strikes targeted Gaza City and Khan Younis just before a planned border crossing reopening. Casualties include children and women. Gaza hospitals reported the dead. Tensions persist despite ceasefire progress.