AU - Africanews

1. Greenlandic authorities tell residents to be prepared in case of crisis

   Residents of Greenland are being told to prepare in case of a crisis. Saber-rattling by Donald Trump has the island on edge, even though the US President appeared to walk back threats to annex the Danish territory during a speech in Davos on Wednesday.

2. Reconstruction underway in Khartoum even as war in Sudan continues

   The army retook Khartoum last March from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces which it has been battling for nearly three years.

3. Backlash in Mogadishu against 'ignorant' Trump comments about Somalia

   US President Donald Trump's sweeping attacks on Somalia during his speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos have ignited another backlash across the Horn of Africa.

4. Aid groups warn of life-threatening conditions in Gaza due to fuel crisis

   In Khan Younis, residents burn rubbish for heat due to fuel scarcity, with aid groups warning of risks to children from the harsh winter conditions.

5. Severe weather in Greece claims lives of coastguard officer and woman

   Greece woke up to severe weather on Wednesday as heavy rain and strong winds swept across much of the country.