Latest Russia-Ukraine updates: US says Putin may face sanctions Russia-Ukraine tensions news from January 25: Biden says NATO has ‘no intention’ of sending forces to Ukraine. Al Jazeera · Jan 25, 2022
Arsenal's five-man striker shortlist as Mikel Arteta adds new name to mix Arsenal have made an in-form La Liga striker their latest transfer target as manager Mikel Arteta scours Europe, as well as the Premier League, for another option up front Daily Mirror · Jan 25, 2022
Former Wrexham Wire factory set to reopen under new manufacturer Europe’s leading tail lift manufacturer Dhollandia has chosen Wrexham Industrial Estate as the site of its new UK assembly plant Birmingham Post · Jan 25, 2022
EU continues training Libyan partners despite migrant abuses A confidential European Union military report is calling for the continued support and training of Libya’s coast guard and navy despite concerns about their treatment of migrants, a mounting death toll at sea, and the continued lack of any central authority in the North African nation The Independent UK · Jan 25, 2022
What Are US Options for Sanctions against Putin? The financial options being considered to punish President Vladimir Putin if Russia invades Ukraine range from the sweeping to the acutely personal — from cutting Russia off from US dollars and international banking to slapping sanctions on a former Olympic gymnast reported to be Putin’s girlfriend. Publicly, the United States… Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 25, 2022
US, Europe Declare 'Unity' against Russia over Ukraine President Joe Biden declared "total" unity among Western powers Monday after crisis talks with European leaders on deterring Russia from an attack against Ukraine, while the Pentagon said 8,500 US troops were put on standby for possible deployment to boost NATO. "I had a very, very, very good meeting --… Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 25, 2022
US orders 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid Russia worry The Pentagon says Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered about 8,500 U.S. troops on heightened alert, preparing for possible deployment to Europe, if needed, to reassure NATO allies in the face of Russian aggression on the border of Ukraine The Independent UK · Jan 25, 2022
US, NATO step up war footing in crisis over possible Russian invasion of Ukraine WASHINGTON — With the crisis over a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine intensifying on Monday, U.S. officials placed thousands of troops on “high alert” and NATO took steps to position personnel and war machinery in Eastern Europe, further signs that a diplomatic solution to the standoff was nowhere within reach. Los Angeles Times · Jan 25, 2022
World leaders warn Russia of ‘unprecedented sanctions’ over Ukraine crisis Boris Johnson and Joe Biden held talks with European leaders as they seek to ward off a feared invasion Wales Online · Jan 25, 2022
Boris Johnson warns of 'unprecedented sanctions' in talks if Russia invades Ukraine The UK prime minister spoke with US president Joe Biden and other world leaders about the Ukraine crisis and agreed "swift retributive responses" if Russia invaded Daily Mirror · Jan 25, 2022
Biden scrambles to defuse Ukraine crisis in first foreign policy test since Afghanistan debacle Some experts believe Putin views US as being as vulnerable as Russia was after break-up of Soviet Union, writes Andrew Buncombe The Independent UK · Jan 25, 2022
Pentagon readies troops for possible deployment to Europe WASHINGTON — The Defense Department placed thousands of U.S.-based troops on a heightened alert level Monday, preparing them for a quick deployment to Eastern Europe amid a buildup of Russian forces on Ukraine’s border and stalled diplomatic talks to defuse the crisis. Tribune News Service · Jan 24, 2022
European clubs monitoring Shamrock Rovers' Pico Lopes after star turn at AFCON Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley has revealed Pico Lopes’ success at the Africa Cup of Nations has attracted the attention of clubs around Europe. Dublin Live · Jan 24, 2022
Russia warned of ‘unprecedented sanctions’ over Ukraine as world leaders talk Boris Johnson and Joe Biden held talks with European leaders as they seek to ward off a feared invasion. The Independent UK · Jan 24, 2022
The Guardian - US · Jan 24, 2022 US stock markets see another wild day amid concerns over Fed and Ukraine Dow and Nasdaq recoup losses after early plunges while European and UK markets suffer big losses
Reuters · Jan 24, 2022 U.S. puts 8,500 troops on alert to deploy amid Ukraine tensions The U.S. military on Monday put about 8,500 troops on alert to be ready to deploy to Europe if needed, potentially on very short notice, in the latest effort to reassure jittery NATO allies in the face of a Russian military buildup near Ukraine.
The Independent UK · Jan 24, 2022 UK set to face record-high gas prices if Russia invades Ukraine Fears grow that Vladimir Putin could restrict gas supplies into Europe, pushing prices up further
Al Jazeera · Jan 24, 2022 NATO sends reinforcements to Eastern Europe amid Russia tensions NATO said it was sending more ships and jets, in what Russia denounced as an escalation of tensions over Ukraine.
Reuters · Jan 24, 2022 Germany extends COVID curbs as infections threaten infrastructure Germany on Monday extended its current pandemic measures as the experts panel appointed by the government has warned the fast spreading Omicron coronavirus variant could bring critical infrastructure in Europe's biggest economy to a breaking point.
Axios · Jan 24, 2022 Pentagon: 8,500 U.S. troops on high alert for possible deployment to eastern Europe No decisions have been made to actually deploy U.S. forces.
Wales Online · Jan 24, 2022 Bradley and Barney Walsh: Breaking Dad locations: Where is the new ITV series filmed? Find out where the Walsh boys are visiting on their 3,000-mile European adventure
Daily Mirror · Jan 24, 2022 Cristiano Ronaldo comments put Man Utd in driving seat of Real Madrid transfer chase Manchester United are one of a number of European clubs tracking the progress of Brazilian wonderkid Endrick, who looks set to become the latest Selecao superstar
The Conversation · Jan 24, 2022 Yizker bikher books commemorate Holocaust deaths – but also celebrate Jewish communities' life Each year on Jan. 27, the anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau camp complex in Poland, an International Day of Commemoration memorializes the victims of the Holocaust. This somber day focuses on the destruction the Nazis and their collaborators inflicted on Jewish communities throughout Europe. But there is another…
Daily Mirror · Jan 24, 2022 WHO says Covid still 'very, very dangerous virus' and we're only at 'halfway mark' As the government scraps the majority of the remaining Covid restrictions this week, the WHO has rejected claims the pandemic is over
Wales Online · Jan 24, 2022 Welsh rugby is stranded in a quagmire of apathy and its leaders must find a way out The regions were set up to compete at European club rugby's top table but have made the knockout stages once in the last decade