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At the World Economic Forum in Davos, a speech by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney attracted particular attention when he declared the end of the old rules-based order and the "beginning of a harsh reality". Carney explained that middle powers must join forces to act together against threats from the major powers. Commentators also see the need to act.

Massive Russian air strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure have left hundreds of thousands of people without electricity or heating in freezing temperatures. According to the government, 1.2 million households are currently without power. What is Russia trying to achieve with its unremitting attacks on energy facilities?

Germany and Italy plan to work more closely together. During German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Rome on Friday, he and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni signed agreements on closer cooperation in the areas of security, migration and defence, and announced joint initiatives in economic policy. Commentators speculate on where this could lead.

On Tuesday 27 January, Holocaust survivor Tatiana Bucci will address MEPs at a special plenary session for International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

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On Tuesday 27 January, Holocaust survivor Tatiana Bucci will address MEPs at a special plenary session for International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Vorerst kann Verteidigungsminister Martin Pfister weniger US-Kampfjets F-35 kaufen als geplant. Sein Plan, die Flotte dennoch möglichst rasch aufzustocken, stösst auf breiten Widerstand.