January 28, 2007 (Sunday)
- State-owned Egyptian newspaper Al Ahram publishes an article stating that the Government of Iran ordered the assassination of Ihab al-Sherif, Egypt's ambassador to Iraq, in July 2005 in an effort to limit Egypt's influence in the region. (The New York Times)
- Battle of Najaf (2007): U.S. and Iraqi troops kill about 250 militants in fighting around Najaf, Iraq. (BBC)
- Shia insurgency in Yemen: Six soldiers have been killed and 20 injured in attacks by Shia militants in the north of Yemen, officials say. (BBC)
- YouTube's founder says people who upload their own videos to the site will get a share of the ad revenue. (BBC)
- Roger Federer defeats Fernando Gonzalez 7-6 6-4 6-4 at the Australian Open, claiming his 10th Grand Slam victory. (The Age) (Reuters)
- Celebrity Big Brother 2007 concluded on this day after all the racist bullying allegations resulting in Shilpa Shetty winning the show
- The Undertaker wins the Royal Rumble match earning a title shot at WrestleMania 23