2026 Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie Finnish racing driver Juha Miettinen is killed in a seven-car pileup during a qualifying race for the 2026 24 Hours of Nürburgring.
Indian citizens Two Indian citizens are killed in a shooting outside a Sikh temple in Covo, Province of Bergamo, Italy.
2026 Kyiv shooting spree Six people are killed and 15 others are injured, including a child, in a mass shooting in Holosiivskyi District, Kyiv, Ukraine. The gunman barricaded himself inside a supermarket and took hostages before being killed by police.
Pakistan in the 2026 Iran war Rawalpindi shuts down cafés, restaurants, gyms, markets, and marriage halls in preparation of possible Iran–U.S. talks.
Pakistan tightens major security in Islamabad ahead of potential second round of talks between Iran and the U.S.
Spain's prime minister Headed by Spain's prime minister Pedro Sánchez, left-wing presidents gather at the IV Meeting in Defense of Democracy and Progressive Global Mobilization in Barcelona. Participants included Brazil's Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Colombia's Gustavo Petro, Kosovo's Albin Kurti, Mexico's Claudia Sheinbaum, South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa, and Uruguay's Yamandú Orsi.
India–Iran relations India's external affairs ministry summons the ambassador of Iran after an Indian-flagged tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
Australia–Japan relations Australia and Japan sign an agreement for the delivery of the first stealth ships under a AU$10 billion (US$7.2 billion) program to supply the Australian navy with a new fleet of warships.
Middle Eastern crisis The Gaza health ministry updates the total Palestinian casualties to 72,549 killed and 172,274 injured, including at least 773 killed and 2,171 injured since the October 2025 ceasefire.
A French soldier is killed and three are injured in a shooting against United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon peacekeepers in Deir Kifa, southern Lebanon. France has accused Hezbollah of being responsible, an allegation that the group has denied.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy announces that the Strait of Hormuz is closed again until the blockade ends.
The U.S. Central Command reports that 21 ships have been turned back since the start of the blockade.
Iran says that a date for another round of talks with the United States has not been set, pending an agreement on a framework for negotiations.
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2021 Myanmar coup d'état Myanmar's ousted president Win Myint is released under an amnesty on Myanmar’s New Year’s Day.
Aftermath of the Afghanistan War Australian Army veteran and Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith is granted bail with travel restrictions after his previous arrest for alleged war crimes while deployed to Afghanistan during the war.
Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs Sean Parnell announces that the U.S. Department of Defense has completed a key phase of its investigation into the withdrawal from Afghanistan by conducting a series of interviews with generals who executed the operation including former Marine Corps Commandmant David Berger, former Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman Mark Milley, and U.S. Central Command chief Kenneth McKenzie.
Health care in France France announces that its social security system will reimburse the cost of reusable menstrual products for individuals under 26 and those with low income.
Yadgir Seven people are killed and several others are injured after a car collided head-on with a private bus in Yadgir, Karnataka, India.
Economic impact of the 2026 Iran war Oil prices, including Brent Crude and West Texas Intermediate, drop to less than US$90 per barrel, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average increases by over 1,000 points, following Iran's announcement of the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
A South Korean tanker transports crude oil to the country via the Red Sea for the first time since disruptions to the Strait of Hormuz, as the government implements alternative supply routes to secure energy imports.
The United States issues a one-month sanctions waiver allowing the sale of Russian petroleum products already in transit to help stabilize global energy supply.
China and Turkmenistan begin expansion works at the Galkynyş Gas Field, the world's second-largest gas field, to increase production amid the fuel crisis.
Moro conflict Ten Maute Group militants, including a leader, are killed in a shootout with soldiers during a raid in Marantao, Lanao del Sur, Phillippines.
Middle Eastern crisis The Lebanese military says that there have been several Israeli attacks and artillery shelling incidents in violation of the ceasefire.
The Israeli military issues a statement telling residents from southern Lebanon to remain north of the Litani River during the ceasefire.
Israeli defense minister Israel Katz says that the military will hold all of its positions in southern Lebanon, and that disarming Hezbollah remains its main objective.
Maritime tracking data shows that only a few ships have moved through the strait after the announcement.
An Iranian military official says that vessels must receive permission from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to pass.
Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi announces that the Strait of Hormuz will be open for commercial traffic via a "coordinated route" with Iranian authorities while the 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon is in effect.
Fars News Agency reports that the Iranian government considers the continuation of the blockade a violation of the ceasefire and would close the strait again if it is not lifted.
United States president Donald Trump says that the U.S. naval blockade will remain in effect until a peace agreement is reached with Iran.
Candidates Tournament 2026 In chess, Javokhir Sindarov wins the Candidates Tournament in Cyprus. The Women's Tournament is won by Vaishali Rameshbabu.
Reactions to the 2026 Iran war The U.S. House of Representatives rejects the War Powers Resolution to stop military operations by a 214–213 vote.
Corruption in Nepal The Balen Shah cabinet establishes a five-member commission, led by a former Supreme Court judge, to investigate the assets of current and former Nepali public officials.
2026 Hungarian parliamentary election Hungarian prime minister-designate Péter Magyar says his election victory over Viktor Orbán will not lead to a policy shift on migration, saying his government will strengthen borders and "protect our country and Europe" from illegal immigration.
Fairfax County In the United States, Fairfax County officials say that former Virginia lieutenant governor Justin Fairfax murdered his wife, then killed himself, after police find them dead at their home.
South Africa In South Africa, Economic Freedom Fighters leader Julius Malema is sentenced to five years imprisonment for the unlawful discharge of a firearm at a 2018 rally.
United Kingdom anti-immigration protests Surrey Police issue a disorder warning in Epsom, England, after protesters clash with riot police in the town. The protesters are demanding the description of men who gang raped a woman outside a Methodist Church the previous weekend.
Trafficking of Chinese nationals to scam centers abroad Sri Lankan customs officials arrest nine Chinese nationals at Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo for attempting to smuggle communication equipment concealed on their bodies, which officials say is intended for use in internet fraud operations.
Flood control projects scandal in the Philippines Philippine president Bongbong Marcos says that Czech authorities have arrested former legislator Zaldy Co in Prague after he entered the country without proper documentation, following his designation as a fugitive in connection with graft and malversation charges linked to a flood control project.
Death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez Police arrest singer d4vd in Los Angeles, California, U.S., on suspicion of killing a 14-year-old girl whose remains were previously found in a vehicle registered to him.
2026 Onikişubat school shooting The death toll in yesterday's school shooting in Onikişubat, Kahramanmaraş Province, Turkey, rises to 11, including the perpetrator, after a critically injured victim succumbs to his injuries.
Venezuela and the International Monetary Fund The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank restore official relations with Venezuela and recognize the administration of acting president Delcy Rodríguez, enabling engagement on economic policy and potential financial assistance.
Argentina–Israel relations Argentine president Javier Milei announces a trip to Israel where he is expected to receive the Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor and meet Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu to expedite the transfer of the Argentine embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.
Viva A fire at the major Viva oil refinery near Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, halts its gasoline production.
Sekadau Regency A helicopter crashes in Sekadau Regency, West Kalimantan, Indonesia, killing all eight people on board.
Minibus Approximately 18 people are killed when a minibus catches fire on a highway near Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.
Economic impact of the 2026 Iran war German airline Lufthansa announces the permanent withdrawal of 27 aircraft operated by its CityLine regional subsidiary and plans additional fleet reductions, citing increased fuel costs linked to the Iran war and labor disruptions.
Federico García Lorca A previously unknown poem by Federico García Lorca is found handwritten on the back of a manuscript. It was discovered by Spanish singer and collector Miguel Poveda.
Mexican drug war Five gunmen are killed and a state trooper is wounded during a security operation in Los Herreras, Nuevo León, Mexico. Authorities implement coordinated surveillance in the area for more suspects.
Syrian civil war U.S. troops complete their withdrawal from the Qasrak air base in Hasakah province, ending U.S. involvement in Syria after troops first arrived in 2015 to fight against the Islamic State.
Russo-Ukrainian war The Russian defence ministry publishes a list of locations in Europe that are reportedly supporting drone production for Ukraine, including in Germany and Italy, saying the locations are "potential targets for the Russian Armed Forces”.
Russian missile and drone strikes across Ukraine, including on Kyiv and Odesa, kill at least 22 people and wound more than 131 others.
Middle Eastern crisis U.S. president Donald Trump announces that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, after his conversations with Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese president Joseph Aoun.
United States defense secretary Pete Hegseth says that the U.S. is prepared to resume combat operations if Iran does not agree to a permanent deal.