Highlights: Romania put three past Ukraine in perfect opener

Tens of thousands of Romanians protest against annulled presidential race

Romania was plunged into turmoil after Călin Georgescu, a far-right populist, won, only for allegations of electoral violations and Russian interference to emerge.

Borders open: Bulgaria and Romania celebrate joining Schengen Area

Bulgaria and Romania officially became part of the Schengen Area on 1 January, ending land border checks with neighbouring EU countries.

Romania and Bulgaria become fully fledged members of the Schengen area as land border checks lifted

Residents from Romania and Bulgaria can now travel freely in the Schengen area.

World Leaders React to Trump’s Second Term: Praise,Concerns,and Renewed Focus on Global Partnerships

Global leaders expressed mixed reactions to Donald Trump’s second-term inauguration. Ukrainian President Zelensky emphasized peace through strength, while NATO highlighted increased defense spending. Israel’s Netanyahu celebrated a stronger alliance, and India’s Modi expressed enthusiasm for renewed collaboration. EU and Germany emphasized transatlantic ties, while Canada highlighted economic partnership amid tariff concerns. Trump’s return reignites international focus on diplomacy, alliances, and shared prosperity across the globe. #TrumpReturn #WorldReacts #GlobalLeaders #TrumpInauguration #PeaceThroughStrength #USAlliances #IsraelUS #NATOStrategy #IndiaUSFriendship #EUUSPartnership #TransatlanticRelations #TrumpPolicy #InternationalFocus #USGlobalLeadership #UkrainePeace #CanadaUSPartnership #TrumpGlobalImpact #DiplomacyMatters #SecondTermTrump #GlobalCooperation

Davos attendees watch Donald Trump's inauguration at Ukraine House watch party

Attendees at Ukraine-related events at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, gathered to listen to US President Donald Trump’s inauguration speech.

Putin Congratulates Trump Ahead of 2025 Inauguration:Talks on Ukraine, Nuclear Arms, Potential Peace

As Donald Trump prepares for his second term, Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended his congratulations and expressed a willingness to discuss key global issues, including the ongoing war in Ukraine and nuclear arms. With the conflict in Ukraine escalating, Putin's message signals an openness to dialogue with the incoming U.S. administration, raising expectations for potential shifts in foreign policy. Watch as these global leaders prepare for talks that could shape international relations in the coming years. #trumpinaugurationlive #trumpoathceremony #trumpoath #inaugurationday #trumpnews #usa #live #donaldtrump #uspresident #donaldtrumpspeech #trump #trumpinauguration #usatoday #usnews #trumpoath #oathceremony

Trump Jr. Mocks Zelensky for ‘Begging’ for Donald Trump’s Inauguration Invite | ‘He’s a Weirdo’

Donald Trump Jr. claims that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky unofficially asked for an invitation to President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration three times, only to be refused each time. Mocking Zelensky’s comments about not attending, Trump Jr. called him a "weirdo." This incident highlights tensions in US-Ukraine relations, especially regarding Trump’s stance on the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. #TrumpJr #Zelensky #InaugurationInvite #TrumpVsZelensky #USUkraineRelations #LexFridmanInterview #TrumpInauguration #USPolitics #ZelenskySnubbed #UkraineWar #UkraineConflict #USForeignPolicy #DonaldTrump #TrumpFamily #InternationalRelations #ZelenskyRequests #TrumpJrClaims #TrumpUkraine #PresidentialInauguration #PoliticalTension #ZelenskySnub ~HT.318~ED.346~