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Syrian president declares Kurdish a national language

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa issued a decree declaring Kurdish a national language, marking the first formal recognition of Kurdish national rights since Syria's independence in 1946. The decree recognizes Kurds as an integral part of Syria and allows Kurdish to be taught in public schools where the minority is heavily present. It also makes Kurdish New Year, Nowruz, an official holiday and grants nationality to Kurds who were previously stripped of it. The announcement comes amid stalled progress on integrating the Kurds' autonomous administration into the state and recent clashes between Syrian forces and Kurdish fighters.

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January 15th Global Conflict Report (Everything that happened on the 14th)

Good morning! We're The Frontline Report. We aim to deliver daily reports on all global conflict-related events that happened the previous day. Here's today's report: Verified from the 13th: 44+ killed, 70+ injured across 8 countries Summary Hamas commander killed in Gaza ai

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Greenland: new shipping routes, hidden minerals – and a frontline between the US and Russia? | Greenland | The Guardian

As the Arctic ice melts due to global heating, Greenland has emerged as a critical geopolitical flashpoint. New shipping routes are opening up, exposing valuable resources and redrawing the global trade map. Rising tensions between Arctic nations, including the US, Russia, and China, are reshaping the security landscape. Greenland's rare earth reserves are also gaining interest as melting ice makes them more accessible.

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Analysis: Coal power drops in China and India for first time in 52 years after clean-energy records

This analysis by Carbon Brief highlights a historic drop in coal power generation in both China and India in 2025, marking the first simultaneous decline in half a century. The decrease in coal power output is attributed to record additions of clean energy in both countries, which have the potential to meet rising electricity demand. This shift has significant international implications, as the power sectors of China and India have driven a large portion of global carbon dioxide emissions in recent years. The findings suggest that both countries are on the path to peaking coal-fired power, which could help lead to a peak in global emissions.

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Denmark’s Army Chief Says He’s Ready to Defend Greenland

Denmark is increasing its military presence in Greenland to assert its sovereignty and counter President Trump's interest in acquiring the territory. Danish forces are deploying aircraft, ships, and soldiers to the island, emphasizing air capabilities and cyber defenses. Despite Trump's claims, Denmark's military has not identified an imminent threat from adversaries. The move aims to reassure NATO and other allies of Denmark's commitment to Arctic security, while also addressing U.S. concerns.