January 13, 2026

India Denies Suspending Trade with Afghanistan Amid Iran Protests

India on January 13, 2026, rejected claims about halting trade with Afghanistan due to unrest in Iran. The government called the circulated letter a fake, spread by Pakistani propaganda accounts.

January 13, 2026

Israel to Build Bypass Road in West Bank, Blocking Palestinians in E1 Area

Israel plans to build a bypass road in the West Bank's E1 area next month. The road will bar Palestinians from key routes and help expand Israeli settlements, said Minister Bezalel Smotrich. Critics warn it shuts down hopes for a Palestinian state and divides the territory further.

January 13, 2026

Russia Launches Massive Drone and Missile Attacks on Ukraine's Energy Amid Freezing Cold, Zelenskyy Says

Russia attacked Ukraine overnight with nearly 300 drones and 25 missiles, hitting energy infrastructure and homes. Kyiv region faces power shortages as temperatures drop to -12°C. Zelenskyy urges global support and warns Russia that cold won't win the war.

January 13, 2026

German Chancellor Says Iranian Government in 'Final Days and Weeks' Amid Deadly Protests

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz calls the Iranian government’s grip 'at the end' during his India visit. Protests rage with over 648 deaths and harsh crackdowns by Tehran.

January 13, 2026

Sri Lankan Navy Detains 10 Tamil Nadu Fishermen for Crossing IMBL Near Rameswaram

Ten fishermen from Tamil Nadu were detained by the Sri Lankan Navy on January 12 for allegedly crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line. They were caught near the sea after leaving Rameswaram in a mechanised trawler. The fishermen and their boat are currently held for questioning.