Society
Protests in Iran escalate: opposition claims seizure of two cities, 36 dead
Mass protests in Iran have spread to most of the country's provinces. The opposition reports losing control of Abdanan and Malekshah, the death toll has reached 36 people, and more than 2,000 protesters have been detained.
Criminal proceedings opened in Kyiv over underground school on monastery grounds
The SSU and the Kyiv City Prosecutor's Office have launched a pre-trial investigation based on the materials of Slidstvo.info journalists regarding the activities of an underground school in the Holosiivskyi district. Law enforcers are checking the teaching of children using Soviet textbooks and sources of funding.
Security forces break up protest in Grand Bazaar in Tehran amid economic crisis
Protests in Iran due to the collapse of the rial and rising prices have spread to more than 270 locations in 27 provinces. According to human rights activists, at least 36 people were killed.
Howard Buffett visits Kherson to visit an underground hospital and a children's party
The well-known philanthropist Howard Buffett came to Kherson, visited the underground hospital of the frontline city and talked to children and doctors.
In Mykolaiv, parents suspected of selling a newborn child for $10,000
In Mykolaiv, police detained the mother and father of a baby immediately after they handed over the child and received the money. According to the investigation, the couple valued the newborn at $10,000 and face up to 15 years in prison.
Switzerland declares a national day of mourning for the victims of the Crans-Montana fire
The Swiss government has declared 9 January a national day of mourning for the victims of the fire in a bar in the resort of Crans-Montana. Bells will ring and a minute's silence will be observed across the country.
From now on, Ukrainian SIMs in the EU work on the Roam Like at Home principle
Ukraine has now joined the Roam Like at Home policy. Ukrainians in the EU can use domestic tariffs without additional charges until March 2027, according to the terms of the Ministry of Digital Transformation.
Mass protests in Iran: at least 12 dead and large-scale internet restrictions
Nationwide protests continue in Iran over the economic crisis. According to official reports, at least 12 people have been killed, and the authorities have reduced internet traffic by a third.
Technical failure paralyses air traffic in Greece
On 4 January, departures and landings at Greek airports were suspended due to problems with radio frequencies. Flights were diverted to other countries, and the airspace was almost empty.
Switzerland identifies 24 victims of fire in Crans Montana resort
Following the fire at the Le Constellation bar in Crans Montana, Swiss police have identified 24 of the 40 people who died. Many of the victims were minors, and the investigation is ongoing.
Power supply gradually restored in Berlin after cables were set on fire
Power was restored to 7,000 households and 150 businesses in the Lichterfelde district of Berlin after a sabotage, with full restoration expected by 8 January.
US lifts restrictions on flights over the Caribbean
The United States has lifted temporary restrictions on flights over the Caribbean imposed due to the military operation in Venezuela.
