U.S. deports dozens of migrants to Ukraine amid war

Iran has closed its airspace to most flights amid escalating tensions with the U.S., coinciding with President Trump's claims that the killing of protesters in Iran has ceased, despite reports of impending executions. This development raises concerns about the stability in the region and the safety of air travel.

The U.S. has begun evacuating some personnel from a military base in Qatar as President Trump contemplates potential military action against Iran. This precautionary measure reflects heightened tensions in the region, particularly in light of recent developments involving Iran's airspace closure and ongoing geopolitical instability.

Senior officials from Denmark and Greenland reported after a White House visit that they have not yet convinced President Trump to abandon his ambitions to annex Greenland, amid ongoing diplomatic tensions regarding the territory.

Recent discussions have seen U.S. officials, including President Donald Trump, assert the necessity of acquiring Greenland for national security, leading to a rejection of this claim by envoys from Greenland and Denmark, who plan further talks. Trump's comments have raised concerns among Greenland's residents, particularly children, about the implications of U.S. intentions.

Iran has informed the U.S. that it will not execute protesters, a decision made after international backlash over the potential execution of a 26-year-old protester sentenced to death. This announcement comes amid ongoing protests against the Iranian regime, highlighting the government's response to dissent.

The U.S. State Department has announced an indefinite suspension of immigrant visa processing for individuals from 75 countries, a move aligned with the Trump administration's efforts to restrict immigration from low-income nations. This decision is set to take effect on January 21, 2026, and is part of a broader strategy to limit legal immigration pathways to the U.S.

Days before a U.S. military operation that led to the removal of Nicolás Maduro from power in Venezuela, Trump administration lawyers provided legal approval, asserting that the action would not constitute a war in the constitutional sense and would serve important national interests.

The U.S. is in the process of evacuating troops from its air base in Qatar, a strategic location for military operations in the region. This decision reflects ongoing adjustments in U.S. military presence abroad amid evolving geopolitical dynamics.