New U.S. Entry Restrictions Kick In Jan 2026 – Who’s Affected?
Starting Jan 1, 2026, the U.S. enforced new full and partial entry restrictions on over 20 countries. Find out which nationals face the ban and visa hurdles.
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Israel’s Ban on 37 Gaza NGOs Takes Effect Amid UN Warnings
Israel’s Ministry for Diaspora Affairs has revoked licenses of 37 Gaza NGOs, sparking UN warnings about winter hardships and threats to humanitarian aid.
Guinea’s Transitional President Doumbouya Wins Dec 28 Election
Transitional President Mamady Doumbouya won Guinea’s Dec 28 election, provisional results show, marking a shift toward stable governance.
PLA Drills Around Taiwan Region: Beijing’s Strong Warning
On Dec. 29, 2025, the PLA kicked off drills around the Taiwan region to punish secessionists and safeguard China’s sovereignty. Here’s a concise breakdown of what’s happening.
Weekend Storm Hits Gaza, Exposes Ceasefire Strain
A weekend storm in Gaza killed two and flooded camps, worsening the humanitarian crisis as ceasefire talks hit a critical meeting today.
Japan’s Defense Spending Soars to ¥9.04T for 14th Straight Year
Japan approved its record ¥122.3T 2026 budget, with defense spending at ¥9.04T for the 14th year. Plans for ammo depots, drones & hypersonic missiles ignite public debate.
Ukraine’s 20-Point Peace Plan Almost Ready; Russia Says It Differs Sharply
Ukraine’s 20-point peace plan is about 90% complete as Zelenskyy plans to meet Trump in Florida on Dec 28. Russia says the proposal differs sharply from its 27-point framework.
Yemen Pleads for Saudi-led Action as Southern Rift Escalates
Yemen’s PLC urges Saudi-led military action in Hadramout as tensions with the STC deepen, risking new airstrikes and wider instability in the south.
What’s Driving the US’s Escalating Pressure on Venezuela?
Explore why the US has intensified military action, sanctions, and an oil “quarantine” against Venezuela since August 2025, and what Washington really wants.
CPC Political Bureau Pushes Eight-Point Conduct Decision
Xi Jinping chaired the CPC Political Bureau’s Dec 25-26 meeting to push the eight-point decision on improving conduct and policy implementation.