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Israel warns to suspend several aid groups operating in Gaza

Israel has warned that it would suspend from January several aid organisations operating in the Gaza Strip for failing to provide details about their Palestinian staff, accusing two Doctors Without Borders employees of links to militant groups.

Regional temperature records broken across globe in 2025: Report

Central Asia, the Sahel region and northern Europe experienced their hottest year on record this year, according to AFP analysis based on data from the European Copernicus programme.

Kiev discusses with Washington deployment of American troops in Ukraine: Zelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Kyiv is holding discussions with US President Donald Trump on the possible deployment of American troops in Ukraine.

10 states warn of ‘catastrophic’ Gaza situation

The foreign ministers of 10 nations have expressed "serious concerns" about a "renewed deterioration of the humanitarian situation" in the Gaza Strip, saying the situation was "catastrophic".

US announces new sanctions against Iran, Venezuela

The administration of President Donald Trump has announced sanctions against Iran and Venezuela, targeting companies that have been involved in the production and sale of drones.

Russia shows no proof of alleged drone attack on Putin home: Ukraine

Moscow has given no "plausible evidence" for its claim that Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack on one of President Vladimir Putin's homes, Kyiv announced Tuesday.

Israeli president refutes speaking with Trump about Netanyahu pardon

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has rejected a claim by Donald Trump on Monday that the pair had discussed the US president's request for a pardon on corruption charges for Israel's premier.

Netanyahu: Israel seeks “peaceful border” with Syria

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Israel’s interest lies in maintaining a peaceful border with Syria.

UN secretary-general says ‘get serious’ in grim new year message

The United Nations has urged global leaders to focus on people and the planet in a New Year's message depicting the world in chaos.

Trump, top aides asked Netanyahu to change Israel’s policies in West Bank: Axios

US President Donald Trump and his top advisers have asked Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to change Tel Aviv's policies in the occupied West Bank, the Axios news site reported Monday.

North Korea’s Leader touts new rocket launchers capable of targeting South

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has toured a factory producing new multiple rocket launchers capable of striking South Korea, praising their ability to “annihilate the enemy” in a concentrated attack, state media reported on Tuesday.

China must ‘forcefully counter’ US weapons sales To Taiwan: FM

Beijing's top diplomat stressed Tuesday that China would "forcefully counter" large-scale US arms sales to Taiwan, as its military kicked off a second day of live-fire drills around the island.

Saudi-led coalition says it attacked arms shipments from UAE in Yemen

A Saudi-led coalition said on Tuesday it had targeted a large shipment of weapons and combat vehicles destined for separatist forces that were being offloaded from ships at a Yemeni port after arriving from the UAE.

Trump threatens Hamas, warns Iran of more attacks after talks with Netanyahu

United States President Donald Trump has warned Hamas of dire consequences if it fails to disarm, while also threatening to “quickly eradicate” and “knock down” any endeavours by Tehran to rebuild its nuclear programme.

Zelensky says Putin “doesn’t want Ukraine to succeed”, contradicting Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin “doesn’t want success for Ukraine,” contradicting an earlier statement from President Donald Trump.

UN Security Council member states condemn Israel’s recognition of Somaliland

Most United Nations Security Council (UNSC) members have slammed Israel’s recognition of Somaliland at a meeting convened in response to the move, which several countries announced may also have serious implications for Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.

Iraq’s new parliament elects Haybat al-Halbousi as speaker

Iraq’s newly elected parliament has chosen Haybat al-Halbousi as its speaker, marking a key milestone in the formation of the new government following months of political deadlock.

Hamas armed wing confirms spokesperson killed by Israel

Hamas’ armed wing confirmed on Monday the death of its spokesperson, Abu Obeida, months after Israel announced he had been killed in an airstrike in Gaza.

Russia claims Ukraine launched 91 kamikaze drones at Putin’s state residence

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has stated that Ukraine fired a barrage of 91 long-range kamikaze drones at Russian President Vladimir Putin’s state residence in the Novgorod Region.

UN says Afghan farmers taking heavy hit from opium poppy ban

Farmers in northern Afghanistan have yet to make up for lost income since the Taliban government banned poppy production for opium three years ago, the United Nations announced on Monday.

Tents flooded by heavy rains in Gaza amid Israeli siege

Severe weather is compounding the suffering of displaced Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, who have already endured relentless bombardment, siege, and loss during Israel’s genocidal war for more than two years, as the regime continues to block vital shelter materials and humanitarian aid from entering the territory.

US slashes UN humanitarian aid to $2bn: report

The United States has announced it will contribute only $2bn in United Nations humanitarian assistance – a small fraction of its traditional funding scope – as President Donald Trump’s administration continues to heavily downsize its role in foreign aid.

Russia agrees with Trump that Ukraine peace negotiations close to finale

US President Donald Trump is correct to say that Ukraine peace talks are in their final phase, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated on Monday.

China conducts war games around Taiwan as island vows to defend democracy

Beijing staged live-fire drills around Taiwan on Monday, deploying troops, warships, fighter jets and artillery for its "Justice Mission 2025" exercises, as the island scrambled soldiers and showcased U.S.-made hardware to rehearse repelling an attack.

Israeli tech sector saw rise in staff seeking relocation abroad due to war: Reuters

According to a report, requests by Israelis working for multinational companies in Israel to relocate abroad increased over the past year in response to the war on the Gaza Strip.

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