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Ukraine and European countries sign declaration on deployment of peacekeeping forces

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Ukraine, France, and Great Britain have signed a declaration of intent to deploy multinational forces to support Ukraine’s defense, reconstruction, and strategic resilience after the war with Russia ends. The European Bureau of Elchi.az reports on this, based on the results of the “coalition of the willing” meeting held in Paris. The document was signed […]
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Security forces attack hospitals in Iran

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Iranian security forces have attacked Khomeini Hospital in Ilam, where protesters gathered. Elchi.az reports with reference to Iranian media that a similar incident was recorded at Sina Hospital in Tehran. Security forces blocked the entrance to Sina Hospital. Gunfire was heard from the building. After that, the protesters began to flee the area. In addition, […]
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“Nestle” recalls baby food from 25 countries due to poisoning hazard

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Swiss company “Nestle” has announced the recall of several batches of baby food, including SMA, BEBA and NAN formulas, from 25 countries due to the possibility of a toxin that causes nausea and vomiting. Elchi.az reports that Reuters reported this with reference to the company’s statement. According to the information, the recall also covered batches […]
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G7 finance ministers to discuss rare earth metals supply in Washington

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Finance ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) countries will discuss the supply of rare earth metals in Washington on January 12. Elchi.az reports that sources told Reuters. According to the information, the topics of discussion will include the establishment of minimum prices for rare earth metals and other issues related to critical minerals. The […]
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Trump: They were aware of the operation to capture Maduro in Venezuela

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US President Donald Trump has stated that they were aware of the operation to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro in Caracas. According to Elchi.az, referring to foreign media, Trump said this during a meeting with Republican congressmen at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. “The United States has once again proven that […]
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Meeting of the “Coalition of the Willing” Starts at the Élysée Palace

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A meeting of the “Coalition of the Willing” with the participation of representatives from more than 27 countries has started at the Élysée Palace. Elchi.az reports that this was reported by “Suspilne”. “Bloomberg” writes that European leaders and US officials are trying to finalize a security guarantee agreement. This agreement envisages the presence of US […]
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Nine Injured in Earthquake in Japan

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At least nine people have been injured in Japan as a result of a 6.4 magnitude earthquake that struck western Japan on Tuesday, January 6. Elchi.az reports that the “Kyodo” news agency reported this. Nine residents of Shimane, Tottori, Okayama, and Hiroshima prefectures sustained injuries of varying degrees. It is emphasized that their lives are […]
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Landmine explosion in Nigeria: 9 soldiers killed

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Nine soldiers were killed in a landmine explosion in Borno State, northeastern Nigeria. According to Elchi.az, the Nigerian army said that a mine planted on the Maiduguri-Gubio highway in Borno State exploded when a military vehicle passed by. The statement said that nine soldiers were killed and many soldiers were injured in the explosion. No […]
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Famous director Bela Tarr has passed away

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Hungarian film director, screenwriter, and producer Bela Tarr has passed away. He was known for his films based on the works of writer Laszlo Krasznahorkai, who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2025. Elchi.az reports that, according to the Hungarian Association of Cinematographers, Tarr died at the age of 70 “after a long and […]
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Venezuela May Have Up to 600,000 Secret Bitcoin Reserves

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Venezuela may have accumulated up to 600,000 Bitcoin (BTC) in secret cryptocurrency reserves using proceeds from the sale of oil, gold, and other state assets. Elchi.az reports that the publication “Cryptopolitan” emphasized that the information has not been confirmed. The country’s authorities may have transferred assets to cryptocurrencies to evade US sanctions. In particular, between […]