The last 24 hrs in geopolitics

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Here’s the last 24 hours in geopolitics.
President Trump reportedly said the US is considering "very strong options" in response to protests in Iran, including possible military intervention, telling reporters the military is looking at it and a determination will be made. This as Iran's parliament speaker warned that Israel and US interests in the Middle East would be legitimate targets if Washington strikes Iran.
Trump also told Cuba to make a deal or face unspecified consequences, announcing that no more Venezuelan oil or money will flow to the communist-run island following Maduro's fall.
The UK and Germany are coordinating plans for a NATO military presence in Greenland to demonstrate European commitment to Arctic security and counter Trump's threats to take control of the self-governing Danish territory.
Sudan's government announced it will return to the capital Khartoum after relocating to Port Sudan in 2023 at the outset of the civil war between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces.
Somalia's Defence Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi claims Somalia has confirmed information that Israel plans to forcibly transfer Palestinians to Somaliland, calling it a serious violation of international law and urging Israel to revoke recognition of the breakaway region.
📅 January 12, 2026