World Report January 7: Wednesday's top stories in 10 minutes
Jan 7, 2026
Greenlanders firmly reject Trump's takeover threat, emphasizing the need for diplomatic respect. European leaders express concern over NATO's response to potential tensions. Meanwhile, Zelensky engages in high-level talks in Cyprus to bolster Ukraine's EU aspirations. In a bold move, the U.S. seizes oil tankers linked to Venezuela, while Trump claims $2 billion in crude oil is coming their way. In Inuvik, community members are urged to conserve propane amid a harsh deep freeze, and research reveals that supervised injection sites in Toronto have not increased crime rates.
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Greenlanders Demand Respectful Dialogue
- Greenlanders reject U.S. takeover threats and demand respectful diplomacy.
- Sarah Olsveig highlights Inuit self-government and historical colonization concerns.
A NATO Test Over Greenland
- European leaders see U.S. threats to Greenland as a NATO test requiring unified response.
- Officials warn any U.S. military action could fracture NATO and embolden Russia.
Zelenskyy Pushes EU Accession In Cyprus
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy used Cyprus meetings to press Ukraine's EU accession bid.
- He met EU leaders to advance integration amid ongoing international support efforts.