January 18, 2026

European Leaders Reject Trump's Tariff Threat Over Greenland Takeover

European leaders slammed President Trump's plan to impose tariffs on allies opposing his Greenland takeover. UK PM Starmer called it "completely wrong," while Macron said it's "unacceptable." Trump’s tariffs start February at 10%, rising to 25%, until a deal is made. Protests erupted in Greenland and Denmark against the move.

January 18, 2026

Bangladesh EC Cancels BNP Candidate, Upholds Rival in Cumilla-4 Polls

Bangladesh's Election Commission has canceled BNP's Monzurul Ahsan Munshi's candidacy for Cumilla-4 while upholding National Citizen Party's Abul Hasnat ahead of Feb 12 elections.

January 18, 2026

Israel Objects to White House Gaza Board, Citing Lack of Coordination

Israel has criticized the White House for announcing a new Gaza oversight board without consulting it. The board includes top US and global leaders, but Israel calls the move 'contrary to its policy.'

January 18, 2026

Union Govt Delays Arbitration Council of India; 2024 Draft Bill Seeks Major Reforms

Six years after the 2019 Arbitration Act changes, the Union government has not formed the Arbitration Council of India. The 2024 draft Bill aims to reform arbitration by limiting court intervention and empowering arbitral institutions.

January 18, 2026

Trump Threatens New Tariffs on 8 European Countries, Sparking Tensions

Donald Trump has threatened new tariffs on eight European nations, including the UK and six EU states. This move disrupts last summer’s trade deals and fuels tensions amid sensitive tariff talks. European leaders reject the threats, seeing them as attempts to divide and pressure Europe over Greenland and trade issues.