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• January 28, 2026

  Iran 'Practically Naked' If US Attacks, But Can Retaliate With Force

  Iran would be unable to repel a possible US air attack but has the capability to retaliate against US military and commercial interests in the region, experts said.

• January 28, 2026

  Why Is Islamic State Targeting Chinese Citizens In Afghanistan?

  A recent attack by Islamic State-Khorasan (IS-K) against Chinese nationals in Afghanistan has raised questions, with analysts telling RFE/RL that Beijing's policies in Xinjiang and a desire to deprive the Taliban of Chinese investment could be motivating the attacks.

• January 28, 2026

  The FSB, Lies, And Drunk Texting The FBI: The Curious Case Of Nomma Zarubina

  Nomma Zarubina's case is one of several that has popped up in recent years: Russians building networks among think tanks, activists, politicians, journalists -- and then being charged by US authorities with secretly working for Russian intelligence. Her case is not quite the same, however.

• January 28, 2026

  The Ukrainian Refugee On Cusp Of Sumo 'Grand Champion' Status In Japan

  Since fleeing Russia's 2022 full-scale invasion, Ukrainian sumo wrestler Danylo Yavhusishyn has dominated the competition and is likely to become the first ever European-born wrestler to achieve sumo's highest possible rank.

• January 27, 2026

  EU, US Sketch Out $800 Billion 'Prosperity Framework' For Post-War Ukraine

  The European Union and the United States have sketched out a “prosperity framework” for Ukraine designed to give Kyiv the financial assurances to go along with security guarantees to stabilize Ukraine after the war with Russia ends.

• January 27, 2026

  Wider Europe Briefing: How The West Sees Ukraine’s Growth Prospects After Peace

  In this week's briefing, Rikard Jozwiak drills down on two issues: The EU-US plan to make Ukraine richer and the deal done in Davos on Greenland.

• January 26, 2026

  Russia Cuts Its Disability Count As War Against Ukraine Wounds Hundreds of Thousands

  Changes to Russia’s disability regulations during the full-scale invasion of Ukraine have made it harder for people with serious medical conditions to obtain or retain disability status, Systema found. The authorities "chose to make the statistics look better -- and save money,” an expert said.

• January 26, 2026

  New Photos Show Evolution Of 'Hedgehog Armor' In Ukraine

  Images from a workshop in Russian-held territory in Ukraine show spiky wire armor being fitted to military vehicles as anti-drone methods evolve in real time.

• January 26, 2026

  Likelihood Of US Strikes On Iran 'Very High' Amid Military Buildup, Drills

  US military deployments across the Middle East are fueling speculation that drills could mask preparations for a strike on Iran. While Washington insists no decision has been made, analysts point to asset positioning, rising tensions, and regional risks as signs of potential escalation.

• January 26, 2026

  What Xi's Purge Of A Top General Means For China And Its Neighbors

  China's highest-ranking military official under Xi Jinping was brought down in a fresh purge over the weekend, sparking pressing questions about Beijing’s designs on Taiwan, competition with the United States, and regional stability.

• January 26, 2026

  Ukrainian Duo Begin 'Stolen Children' Concert Tour

  Ukrainian-Canadian singer Marichka, a former combat medic, and 19-year-old Liza, who was forcibly taken to Russia in 2022, start an international tour on January 27 with songs based on testimony by Ukrainian children abducted to Russia.

• January 25, 2026

  Animal Rescuers Plead For Help As Ukraine's Strays Freeze

  An animal welfare crisis is unfolding in Ukraine as stray dogs and cats are dying from cold and thirst exacerbated by Russian strikes on energy facilities. But there is one critical resource people can donate to help.

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