International

Published: 20 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Donald Trump has criticised the UK’s “stupidity” in handing over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, linking this decision directly to his interest in taking over Greenland. Speaking ahead of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump emphasised that Britain’s recent move regarding Diego Garcia, a crucial US military base, demonstrates weakness in international affairs. He stated that the...

Published: 20 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Residents of Royal Mint Court are preparing a legal challenge if China’s proposed mega embassy in London receives approval. The focus keyword trailblazer is central to discussions, highlighting the unprecedented nature of the embassy development. Local campaigners expressed alarm at what they perceive as government bias in approving the project near the Tower of London, arguing the process...

Published: 20 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Red caps spoofing Donald Trump’s iconic Maga hats are now rising in popularity amid growing Greenland tensions. The satirical Greenland caps have become a visible symbol of resistance, uniting Danish citizens in protest against the US president’s unexpected threats over Greenland. Copenhagen residents have embraced these caps during public demonstrations despite freezing winter weather. These Greenland caps, reflecting...

Published: 20 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Chinese tourism to Japan has sharply declined, highlighting the growing impact of Taiwan tensions. The number of visitors from mainland China fell by approximately 45% in December compared to last year, dropping to roughly 330,000 tourists, according to Japan’s transport ministry. This decline reflects escalating diplomatic strains between Beijing and Tokyo, as security concerns over Taiwan dominate regional...

Published: 19 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has firmly rejected retaliatory trade measures, placing the Starmer tariffs stance at the centre of Britain’s response to mounting pressure from Washington. Speaking from Downing Street, Starmer argued that matching United States tariffs would harm the British economy and deepen unnecessary confrontation. His comments followed threats from President Donald Trump to impose tariffs on...

Published: 19 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. China embassy plans in London are expected to finally receive approval this week after years of contentious debate and bureaucratic delays. The proposed China embassy has been at the centre of UK-China discussions since 2018, drawing scrutiny from politicians, residents, and security experts alike. Officials from both countries have expressed cautious optimism as London prepares to give the...

Published: 19 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The UK government has firmly condemned the United States over its proposed economic measures, as Keir Starmer insisted that pressuring Nato allies is entirely unacceptable. In a series of urgent diplomatic calls, Starmer told Donald Trump that the US’s approach toward Greenland is misguided and risks destabilising transatlantic relations. During discussions with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, European...

Published: 19 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The United States is reportedly considering granting British Jews asylum due to rising antisemitism across the United Kingdom. According to the Telegraph, Donald Trump’s personal lawyer, Robert Garson, has discussed with the US State Department the possibility of offering refuge to British Jews who fear for their safety. Garson, a former UK barrister now based in the US,...

Published: 19 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. In a historic development, Syria has announced a Syria ceasefire with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), marking a significant step towards national unity after years of conflict. The Syria ceasefire comes as Syrian government forces regained control over much of the north-east, previously dominated by the SDF, signaling a pivotal moment in the country's ongoing struggle for...

Published: 16 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Leading figures linked to former US President Donald Trump are seeking a major European pipeline contract worth $200m. This Trump pipeline initiative comes amid growing geopolitical competition over energy supply in the Balkans, where reliance on Russian gas remains high. Jesse Binnall and Joe Flynn, both central to Trump’s 2020 election challenges, have been in Bosnia this week...