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European NATO countries push plan to send troops to Ukraine

European and UK leaders have called for the deployment of a European-led military force to Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire with Russia, along with US-led “monitoring” teams and the “regeneration” of Kiev’s own army.

ICC refutes Israel’s appeal that sought to invalidate Netanyahu arrest warrant

The appeals chamber of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has ruled against Israel's arguments that the investigation into crimes in Gaza after 7 October 2023 was invalid.

Ukrainians’ trust in NATO collapses: Survey

Only a third of Ukrainians trust NATO, a new survey showed, signalling a sharp decline in the confidence of the country’s populace in the US-led military bloc.

US, Ukraine agree on ’90 percent’ of peace terms, punt on territory: Senior American officials

The United States, Ukraine and major European countries have reached consensus on 90 percent of terms for an accord to end Ukraine’s war, two senior American officials said Monday, but they say questions of territorial control have yet to be resolved.

Ukraine ‘already lost territory’: US

US President Donald Trump stated he had a “very good conversation” with European leaders and also spoke directly with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in recent days, as part of efforts to get all sides of the Ukraine conflict “on the same page.”

Ukraine ready to hold elections, renounce NATO aspirations: Bild

During negotiations in Berlin, the Kiev authorities allegedly agreed to hold elections within 100 days and to refrain from seeking NATO membership under certain conditions, Bild has reported.

Afghanistan’s neighbors refute foreign intervention, sanctions

Special representatives of Afghanistan’s neighboring countries and Russia have firmly opposed any foreign military presence, calling on countries responsible for the current situation in Afghanistan to contribute to reconstruction without using assistance as a political tool.

New MI6 head warns of growing Russian threat

Assassination plots, sabotage, cyber-attacks and the manipulation of information by Russia and other hostile states mean that “the frontline is everywhere”, the new head of MI6 warns.

Italy calls on Europe to strengthen defence as US signals pullback

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni urged Europe to strengthen its own defence capabilities in response to US President Donald Trump's shifting security strategy.

Ayatollah Khamenei’s adviser reaffirms Iran’s firm support for Lebanon’s Hezbollah

Senior Adviser to the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution on International Affairs Ali Akbar Velayati has stressed Tehran’s continued, resolute support for Lebanon’s Hezbollah resistance movement.

Germany says decades of ‘Pax Americana’ over

The era of ‘Pax Americana’ is over for Europe, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has stated, adding that the global economy and political order are undergoing a “tectonic shift” in centers of power worldwide.

Father and son identified as suspects in Australia attack

A father and son have been identified as the primary suspects behind a deadly attack on members of the Jewish community at Australia’s Bondi Beach, police announced.

US, Ukraine achieve ‘a lot of progress’ at talks in Berlin: Washington

The delegations of the United States and Ukraine achieved "a lot of progress" during negotiations in the German capital of Berlin, American Special Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff has stated.

3 killed in Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon despite ceasefire

Three people were killed when Israeli air attacks hit a motorcycle and two vehicles in southern Lebanon on Sunday, in the latest violation of last year’s ceasefire accord, authorities and local media have announced.

Ukraine ditches NATO ambition ahead of peace negotiations

Ukraine has relinquished its ambition of joining the NATO military alliance in exchange for Western security guarantees as a compromise to end the war with Russia, President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated ahead of talks with U.S. envoys in Berlin.

Russia’s December oil and gas revenue set to drop to lowest level since 2020: Reuters

Russia’s oil and gas revenue in December is expected to be nearly half compared to the previous year, Reuters has reported.

At least 12 killed in shooting targeting Australia’s Jewish community

At least 12 people have been killed in a shooting on Australia’s Bondi Beach which targeted the Jewish community, police say. The attack, which took place as hundreds gathered to celebrate the first day of Hanukkah, has been declared a terrorist incident.

Iran says Tehran-Beirut diplomatic relations remain intact

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baqaei has stated that diplomatic relations between Iran and Lebanon remain in place.

Iran urges US to respect Iranian people, their elected establishment

Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has called on the United States to respect the Iranian people and the ruling establishment they have chosen.

Russia ready to ‘test’ Europe in real conflict in next 4 years: Defense commissioner

EU Commissioner for Defense and Space Andrius Kubilius has warned that Russia could be ready to "test" Europe in a conflict within the next three to four years, stressing the need for the European Union to strengthen its defense capabilities.

BRICS offers new model for stronger member cooperation: Iran’s President

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has highlighted the potential of the BRICS group as a valuable platform for enhancing interactions and deepening economic and political ties among member states.

Moscow says EU’s tampering with Russian assets is ‘theft’ no matter how it’s framed

Any endeavours by the EU to tap into the frozen assets of the Russian Central Bank would be illegal under international law, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova has stated.

Israel claims to have killed senior Hamas commander in Gaza

The Israeli military claimed it has killed senior Hamas commander Raed Saad in an attack in Gaza City.

Trump vows retaliation after three Americans killed in Daesh attack in Syria 

United States President Donald Trump has pledged to pursue “serious retaliation” against the terror group Daesh after an ambush in central Syria killed two American service members and one civilian interpreter.

US sets out condition for Ukraine security guarantees: Axios

The administration of US President Donald Trump is willing to offer Kiev NATO-style and Congress-approved security guarantees if it agrees on territorial concessions to Russia, Axios reported on Saturday, citing sources. Ukraine has denied any concessions and has called instead for a ceasefire – a proposal Moscow has dismissed as a ploy to win time and prolong the conflict.

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