A freight train derailment in Wisconsin sent two cars into the Mississippi river in the latest in a series of rail accidents.
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China disavows diplomat’s claim after outcry, affirms Ukraine’s sovereignty: Live updates
China distanced itself from remarks by its ambassador to France that questioned the legal independence of former Soviet republics like Ukraine.
‘Ukraine’s rightful place is in NATO,’ alliance head Jens Stoltenberg says on Kyiv visit: Live updates
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters that Ukraine joining NATO would pose a “serious, significant threat to our country.”
Prominent Putin critic Kara-Murza sentenced to 25 years in prison: Ukraine updates
The Kremlin’s crackdown on dissent against the war became even harsher when Putin critic Vladimir Kara-Murza was sentenced to 25 years in prison.
Mexican cartel apologizes for kidnapping, killing Americans, turns over 5 it says responsible
A Mexican drug cartel turned over five members it says were behind the kidnapping and killing of Americans last week and left a note of apology.
‘A serious problem’: Secretary of State Antony Blinken says China pondering supplying weapons to Russia. Live Ukraine updates.
The U.S. has detected worrisome signs of more substantial participation in Russia’s war in Ukraine from an influential force: China. Live updates.
Ukrainian military says it intercepted dozens of drones; Russia does ‘not plan to end the war,’ Ukraine official says
The Ukrainian military said it intercepted all 84 drones Russia launched on New Year’s Eve and the night of Jan. 1 into the morning of Jan. 2.
‘Senseless barbarism’: Russia pummels Ukraine’s power and water sectors: Live updates
Russia once again targeted Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure, weaponizing winter with its largest attack in weeks. Live updates.
Man accused in Paul Pelosi home attack pleads not guilty to 6 charges
David DePape, 42, broke into the California home in October with a political vendetta against House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, authorities said.
Days after Putin says he’s ready to negotiate, top Russian official issues threat: Ukraine updates
While fierce fighting continues in Ukrainian battlefields, the Kremlin’s propaganda war is intensifying. Live updates.