January 23, 2026

Over 160 Worshippers Abducted in Northern Nigeria Church Raid; Survivor Describes Bloody Escape

More than 160 people were kidnapped during a church raid in Kurmin Wali, Nigeria. One survivor says, "Blood was all over" after being hit with a rifle. Eleven escaped, but villagers live in fear as authorities pledge more security.

January 23, 2026

Knife Attack Injures Six at Kurdish Protest in Antwerp, Belgium; Two Critical

Six people were stabbed during a Kurdish demonstration in Antwerp, Belgium. Two victims are in critical condition. Police arrested two suspects swiftly. The attack is being treated as attempted murder, not terrorism.

January 23, 2026

UN Takes Charge of al-Hol Camp for IS Families Amid Syria Turmoil

The UN has taken over Syria's al-Hol camp, home to IS-linked families, after Kurdish forces withdrew and unrest broke out. Meanwhile, the US began moving IS detainees to Iraq for trial to protect regional security.

January 23, 2026

Canada Court Cancels Deportation of Ex-Punjab Police Head Constable Munir Malhi

Munir Ahmad Malhi, a former Punjab Police officer accused of complicity in crimes against humanity, has won a Canadian court appeal. The court found his deportation order lacked clear justification and sent his case back for review. Malhi claimed he only worked as a mail carrier and feared persecution in Pakistan due to his Ahmadiyya faith.

January 23, 2026

Europe Considers Boycott of 2026 World Cup Over US-Greenland Dispute

Five months before kickoff, the 2026 World Cup faces political tensions as European leaders debate boycotting the US-hosted event. Trump's Greenland talks spark a debate on football's role amid geopolitics.