Russia Claims Capture of Two Ukrainian Villages Amid Massive Drone Strike
Russia says it captured two villages in eastern Ukraine amid a huge drone strike; Zelenskyy condemns the attack and urges more pressure on Moscow.
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US Doubts M23 Withdrawal from Uvira as Clashes Continue
US says M23 rebels haven’t fully withdrawn from Uvira, eastern DR Congo, as clashes persist and displacement soars, straining regional stability.
Pre-Christmas Strikes Knock Out Ukraine’s Power Grid
Russia’s pre-Christmas drone and missile strikes cripple Ukraine’s energy grid, triggering blackouts in 13 regions and causing casualties as families prepare for Christmas.
Israel Won’t Fully Withdraw from Gaza or Syria, Plans New Settlements
Israeli Defense Minister Katz says Israel won’t fully withdraw from Gaza or Syria and plans new military-backed settlements in northern Gaza.
China’s UN Envoy Calls for Ceasefire & Political Talks in Sudan
China’s UN envoy Sun Lei urged all parties in Sudan to halt fighting, prioritize dialogue, and ensure humanitarian aid delivery as the conflict nears its third year.
Fukushima Wastewater Tops 133,000 Tonnes After 17th Discharge
TEPCO finalized its 17th discharge of Fukushima Daiichi treated water on Dec 22, pushing the total to about 133,000 tonnes amid ongoing environmental debates.
Japan’s Nuclear Rhetoric Triggers Regional Alarm
Japan’s PM Takaichi’s security shake-up—sparked by calls for nuclear arms—has triggered fierce backlash and regional alarm as critics warn of a shift from its decades-old non-nuclear stance.
Ukraine, Russia Diverge on Miami Peace Talks Outcome
Ukraine and Russia clash over outcomes of Miami peace talks, with Kyiv upbeat about draft proposals meeting 90% of its demands, while Moscow remains cautious.
Trump’s Bold Greenland Push Triggers Arctic Backlash
Trump’s push to have Greenland for US security drew fire from Denmark, Greenlanders and the EU. What’s next in this Arctic standoff?
Russia Warns It’ll Match US If Nuclear Tests Resume
Russia’s Deputy FM warns Moscow will match any US nuclear tests, as tensions rise over New START’s core limits after its expiration.