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Trump invited leaders from 58 countries to the "Council of Peace"
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Trump invited leaders from 58 countries to the "Council of Peace"

U.S. President Donald Trump has invited the leaders of 58 countries to join the "Council of Peace," dedicated to the situation in Gaza. This information was announced by an American official in an interview with the Axios portal. According to the source, during his speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump is likely to compare the activities of the "Council of Peace" to the work of the United Nations. "He will probably express the opinion that this initiative

20.01.2026, 16:16
Trump threatened to impose 200% tariffs on French wines due to Macron's refusal to join the Council of World.
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Trump threatened to impose 200% tariffs on French wines due to Macron's refusal to join the Council of World.

Illustrative photo Trump made this statement after journalists informed him of Macron's intention to decline the invitation to join the Gaza Peace Council, as reported by Bloomberg. The U.S. President stated: “He is not needed by anyone, as he will soon leave his post. I will impose 200% tariffs on his [French] wines and champagne, and he will agree [to join the Peace Council].”

20.01.2026, 15:09
In the U.S., a snowstorm caused a multi-vehicle accident on the highway involving over 100 cars, with injuries reported.
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In the U.S., a snowstorm caused a multi-vehicle accident on the highway involving over 100 cars, with injuries reported.

As a result of the accident, several people were injured; however, there is currently no information about fatalities. According to law enforcement, due to the large number of vehicles, traffic on the interstate highway was completely halted. Rescue services were actively working at the scene, helping to clear the road and evacuate more than 30 trucks with trailers. This accident occurred against the backdrop of a powerful winter storm that affected vast areas of the country. The National

20.01.2026, 13:58
World

"I Don't Want to Make Peace." The Scandal Surrounding the Beckham Family Heats Up on Social Media

Rumors about Brooklyn's disagreements with his parents are not new. In his recent post, he candidly stated that he does not intend to restore his relationship with them. Here are the main grievances he voiced: His parents constantly tried to interfere in his personal life, both before and after his wedding to Nicola Peltz-Beckham. They controlled his public image. Brooklyn claims that he faced attacks both in private conversations and in public. Financial dependence on his parents also

20.01.2026, 13:50
World

Two Infants Die in Gas Leak at Kindergarten in Jerusalem

Tragedy in Jerusalem: two children have died and about 55 others were injured as a result of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning at a kindergarten, as reported by The Jerusalem Post. According to reports from fire and rescue services, no hazardous substances were found at the scene. However, investigators are considering the possibility of poisoning due to faulty heating equipment.

20.01.2026, 13:39
World

UN sounds alarm over rise in death penalties in 2025

The UN News Service reported a sharp increase in executions in 2025. Despite the global trend towards the abolition of the death penalty, the UN Human Rights Office noted that there was a significant rise in the number of executions this year, linked to the increased application of the ultimate punishment in certain countries. Worrying DataVolker Turk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, stated: "My office has recorded a substantial increase in the number of executions in 2025,

20.01.2026, 13:29
World

Trump threatened Macron with 200% tariffs on French wines

President of the United States Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, threatening to impose tariffs of 200% on French wines and champagne. This statement was made after it became known that Macron might refuse to participate in the "World Council" on Gaza. Trump, commenting on the situation, stated: "He is not needed by anyone, as he will soon leave his position... I will impose 200% tariffs on his wines and champagne, and then he

20.01.2026, 12:53
Economy / World

A new deputy chairman of the board has been appointed at "Keremet Bank"

The Board of Directors of OJSC "Keremet Bank" decided at a meeting on January 14 to make changes to the composition of the management board. Zhenishbek Muratbekov, who held the position of Deputy Chairman of the Management Board since April 1, 2025, left his position due to his election to the bank's Board of Directors. This information was published by the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. As of January 15 of this year, his position is taken by Farhad Artykov.

20.01.2026, 11:26
A Powerful Magnetic Storm Covered the Earth
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A Powerful Magnetic Storm Covered the Earth

In light of this event, experts are questioning whether the G5 level, which has only been observed once in the last two decades—in May 2024—will be reached. "Currently, record values of solar wind indicators are being observed," the scientists added. According to information from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) of the USA, January 20 is expected to be a critical day with adverse weather conditions caused by a strong surge of solar radiation and a magnetic

20.01.2026, 11:18
Photo - The dzud continues in Mongolia, with temperatures dropping to -37 degrees
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Photo - The dzud continues in Mongolia, with temperatures dropping to -37 degrees

The Khalkh River The dzud continues in Mongolia. Stable and cold weather will persist until Friday. Today, January 20, variable cloudiness is observed in the country, with no precipitation predicted. The wind is blowing from the northwest at a speed of 3–8 meters per second, and in the Gobi and steppe regions, it reaches 12–14 meters per second.

20.01.2026, 11:09
Oil production at Kazakhstan's largest field halted due to electricity issues
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Oil production at Kazakhstan's largest field halted due to electricity issues

Fire at Tengiz on January 18, 2026. Screenshot from video The company's statement indicated that production was temporarily suspended for safety reasons due to issues with certain electricity distribution systems. TCO noted that this decision was made to prevent further risks. According to information from the state company "KazMunayGas," on January 18, a transformer fire occurred on turbine GT-9.3 at GTE-4, after which the transformer on GT-9.5 also caught fire. Both incidents

20.01.2026, 10:40
Trump invited Mirziyoyev to join the World Council on Gaza. The President of Uzbekistan accepted the invitation.
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Trump invited Mirziyoyev to join the World Council on Gaza. The President of Uzbekistan accepted the invitation.

Illustrative photo Uzbekistan has been invited to join the Council of Peace as a founding state. In Trump's address, it is mentioned that the initiative is based on the Comprehensive Plan proposed on September 29, 2025, and approved by UN Security Council Resolution No. 2803 on November 17, 2025, aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza. One of the most important aspects of this initiative is the creation of the Council of Peace – a new international structure aimed at uniting countries

20.01.2026, 10:19
From Wednesday, rain and snow are expected in Uzbekistan
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From Wednesday, rain and snow are expected in Uzbekistan

From January 21 to 23, precipitation is expected in most regions of the country, including rain and snow. The air temperature in the first half of the week will fluctuate from -3 to +2 degrees at night and from +3 to +8 degrees during the day.

20.01.2026, 10:16
Spain declares mourning after the death of 40 people on the railway
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Spain declares mourning after the death of 40 people on the railway

As a result of the collision that occurred on January 18 in the province of Córdoba, in southern Spain, a high-speed train heading to Madrid derailed. As a result of the incident, the rear part of the train flew onto the opposite tracks, where it collided with another train. The impact was so strong that the first two carriages derailed and fell from a four-meter slope. Currently, the reasons for this tragic incident remain unclear. At least a dozen people sustained serious injuries, some of

20.01.2026, 10:05
Italian designer Valentino Garavani, founder of the Valentino fashion house, has died.
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Italian designer Valentino Garavani, founder of the Valentino fashion house, has died.

Valentino Garavani. Photo: Reuters / Denis Balibouse. According to media reports and the designer's charitable organization, Valentino Garavani passed away in his Roman home, but the cause of his death has not yet been disclosed. This designer, known as the "emperor" of fashion, became a symbol of Italian style and held an esteemed place alongside legends such as Giorgio Armani and Karl Lagerfeld, shaping the face of haute couture in the second half of the 20th century.

20.01.2026, 09:55
Seven people died in Kabul as a result of an explosion
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Seven people died in Kabul as a result of an explosion

An explosion occurred at a restaurant called Chinese Noodle. Initially, it was reported that the incident took place at an elite hotel on Gulfaroshi Street. The terrorist group "Islamic State" claimed responsibility for the attack, stating that the explosion was carried out by a suicide bomber.

20.01.2026, 09:52
The scientist warned about the extinction of seals in the White Sea
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The scientist warned about the extinction of seals in the White Sea

According to Alexey Kokorin, a climatologist and expert from the "Nature and People" foundation, seal pups are born in April and early May. Previously, precipitation during these months was extremely rare; however, recently, due to climate changes, rain has become a common occurrence. This results in the pups becoming wet and susceptible to hypothermia, threatening their survival in the White Sea, reports RIA Novosti. Kokorin also noted that the main factor contributing to global

20.01.2026, 09:49
Events in Ukraine and the World. Main Points by the Morning of January 20
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Events in Ukraine and the World. Main Points by the Morning of January 20

In the last 24 hours, foreign news agencies have reported on events in Ukraine and beyond, especially in the context of ongoing military actions. Here are the main points. Kirill Dmitriev, special representative of the President of Russia, plans to travel to Davos this week to participate in the economic forum and meet with representatives of the American administration. Kiev was attacked using Russian strike drones and ballistic missiles, resulting in several explosions in the city, and power

20.01.2026, 09:44
Train Crash in Spain: A Three-Day Mourning Declared in the Country
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Train Crash in Spain: A Three-Day Mourning Declared in the Country

Spain has entered a three-day mourning period following a horrific incident in the south of the country, where two trains collided, as reported by the Kazinform agency, citing Euronews. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, accompanied by Transport Minister Óscar Puente and the head of the Andalusian government Juanma Moreno, visited the site of the tragedy in the municipality of Adamus, Córdoba province. As a result of the collision, 41 people lost their lives.

20.01.2026, 09:33
Fashion designer Valentino Garavani, founder of the Valentino fashion house, has passed away.
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Fashion designer Valentino Garavani, founder of the Valentino fashion house, has passed away.

Valentino Garavani Valentino Garavani passed away on January 19 at his residence in Rome, surrounded by his loved ones. The farewell to the designer is scheduled for January 21 and 22 at Minyanelli Square, and the funeral will take place on Friday at the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri at 11:00 local time, the publication reports. The Italian designer was born on May 11, 1932, in Voghera, a small town in northern Italy. At the age of 17, he moved to Paris, where he studied

20.01.2026, 09:17
World

Moldova Begins Procedure for Complete Withdrawal from the CIS

The process of denouncing three key agreements that define Moldova's membership in the Commonwealth of Independent States has begun. This was announced by the country's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mihai Popșoi. He noted that the consideration of these documents is planned for the first session of the new parliament, as reported by local media. The minister specified that the agreements in question are: the CIS Charter, signed on January 22, 1993, in Minsk; the Agreement on the

20.01.2026, 09:04
Today in Ulaanbaatar there is no snow, the temperature is -27 degrees Celsius
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Today in Ulaanbaatar there is no snow, the temperature is -27 degrees Celsius

According to forecasts, the weather will remain cold and stable until the end of the week. Today, variable cloudiness without precipitation is expected in the capital. The wind will blow from the northwest at a speed of 3-8 meters per second, while in the steppe and Gobi regions, its speed may reach 12-14 meters per second.

20.01.2026, 09:00