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Iran’s Supreme Leader Warns of ‘Regional War’ if US Attacks
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued a stark warning that any US military attack on Iran would escalate into a full regional war, amid heightened tensions with the Trump administration over nuclear issues, protests, and military buildups in the Middle East. This comes as both sides have signaled potential for negotiations, but Iran also designated EU militaries as ‘terrorist groups’ in retaliation for similar designations against its IRGC.
Source: Al JazeeraRussian Drone Strike Kills 12 Miners in Ukraine Amid Power Outages
A Russian drone attack struck a bus carrying miners in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region, killing 12 and injuring seven, exacerbating the country’s severe energy crisis with mass blackouts and water shortages from ongoing Russian strikes on infrastructure. This occurs as Ukraine prepares for resumed trilateral peace talks.
Source: BBC NewsUkraine-Russia-US Peace Talks Delayed, Next Round Set for February 4-5
Trilateral negotiations involving the US, Russia, and Ukraine to end the war were postponed after a surprise US-Russia meeting, with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirming the next sessions will occur in Abu Dhabi on February 4 and 5. Russia’s Medvedev claimed victory is near while praising Trump’s peace efforts but rejecting foreign troops on Ukrainian soil.
Source: The New York TimesGaza’s Rafah Crossing Prepares for Limited Reopening
Preparations are underway for the partial reopening of Gaza’s Rafah border crossing with Egypt on Monday, allowing limited civilian movement and potential medical evacuations during the ongoing ceasefire phase, though Israel maintains strict controls and fighting persists in areas like Khan Younis.
Source: AP NewsPakistani Forces Kill 145 Militants in Balochistan After Deadly Attacks
In a major escalation, Pakistani security forces engaged in a two-day battle in Balochistan province, killing 145 militants following coordinated gun and bomb attacks that left dozens of civilians and troops dead, highlighting ongoing separatist and insurgent violence in the region.
Source: ReutersVenezuela Releases Rights Activists Including Javier Tarazona Amid US Pressure
Venezuela freed at least nine prisoners, including prominent rights activist Javier Tarazona, in a series of releases one month after US military involvement in ousting Nicolas Maduro, as Washington pushes for reforms, prisoner releases, and a transition to elected leadership.
Source: BBC NewsDanish Veterans Protest US Over Greenland Threats and NATO Comments
Danish veterans demonstrated in Copenhagen against US President Trump’s threats regarding Greenland and dismissive remarks on Denmark’s military contributions, amid broader trans-Atlantic tensions including potential tariffs on European nations opposing US ambitions for the Arctic territory.
Source: EuronewsIran Hints at Progress in Nuclear and De-escalation Talks with US
Iran’s officials, including its foreign minister and security chief, indicated that a framework for “fair and equitable” negotiations with the US is advancing to avert conflict, despite Khamenei’s warnings and military posturing, as Trump masses assets in the region and threatens strikes.
Source: DWNew Epstein Files Released, Revealing Links to High-Profile Figures
The US Justice Department released millions more pages from Jeffrey Epstein-related investigations, including financial ties to UK’s Lord Mandelson, allegations involving Prince Andrew, and planned visits by US officials, fueling ongoing scrutiny and calls for accountability.
Source: CBS NewsRussia’s Medvedev Claims Imminent Victory in Ukraine War
Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, asserted that Russia will achieve military victory in Ukraine “soon” and emphasized preventing further conflicts, while questioning US actions but noting Trump’s peace-seeking approach.
Source: Reuters
