(2025-12-26). Rights Group Warns Israel's Genocide Isn't Over in Gaza. truthout.org Human rights groups have reiterated that the "ceasefire" deal in Gaza hasn't stopped Israel from continuing its genocide of Palestinians, killing hundreds in the 12 weeks since the agreement began. Israeli human rights group B'Tselem said in a statement on Thursday that "the genocide in Gaza is not over." "Since the 'ceasefire' was declared on 10 October 2025, Israel has been continuing… |
(2025-12-26). Free UK Palestine Hunger Strikers! Rally at SF UK Consulate to Support Jailed Activists. indybay.org In solidarity with Palestinian activists who are on a hunger strike in the UK, a rally was held at the UK consulate in San Francisco to demand their freedom and the use of the Terrorism Act to target opponents of the genocide in Gaza.
(2025-12-26). Amid Starvation and Mass Killings, This Gaza Baker Refused to Stop Her Work. truthout.org "The hardest part of working during the war was the endless search for the ingredients I needed to make cakes," 23-year-old Gaza baker Dema Al-Buhisi tells me. "For months, that struggle consumed me," she adds. "Finding flour alone took five full days — five days just to get clean, unspoiled flour that hadn't gone bad. And what about the famine we lived through? There was no meat… |
(2025-12-27). 'Israel' Continues Attacks on Gaza with Shelling, Airstrikes, Demolitions. english.almanar.com.lb Israeli occupation forces committed ten new violations of the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip since early Friday, local sources reported, further destabilizing the tenuous pause in the genocidal war. The violations included targeted demolitions and aerial attacks across the territory. In Gaza City, occupation forces demolished three civilian residential buildings in the eastern al-Tuffah …
(2025-12-26). Life under displacement in Gaza: A firsthand visual testimony from Rafah and Deir al-Balah. tehrantimes.com This photo report is compiled by Ezzedine Shallah, a Palestinian filmmaker and researcher displaced by Israel's war on Gaza. The images document two stages of forced displacement: his bombed home in Rafah (2024) and daily life inside a tent in Deir al-Balah (2025). Taken from within the Gaza Strip, these photographs bear witness to the destruction of civilian homes, the erosion of family life, and the ongoing reality of survival under bombardment, hunger, and uncertainty.
(2025-12-26). Israel's rising air defence sales become its 'most potent' foreign policy weapon. scmp.com Israel is cashing in on soaring international demand for combat-proven air defence systems, as analysts say the billions of dollars' worth of weapon sales will significantly expand the country's influence beyond the Middle East. | The weapon exports to Europe, Asia and Africa are helping Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's administration overcome its diplomatic isolation over the Gaza war by making the Jewish-majority state a key long-term security partner for its customers.
(2025-12-26). Tuesday 12/30: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2025-12-26). Trump Admin Appears to Be Backing Off Plan for International Occupation of Gaza. truthout.org The United States seems to be poised to reevaluate its tactics in implementing President Donald Trump's plan for the Gaza Strip. It seems they are considering installing a Palestinian technocrat government and Palestinian police force before assembling their International Stabilization Force (ISF), which they are finding no country wants to be part of. While this remains very far from… |
(2025-12-26). Turkey Has A Crucial Role In The Rebuilding Of Gaza OpEd. eurasiareview.com By Dr. Sinem Cengiz | After more than two years of Israel's war on Gaza, a conflict that has left thousands of Palestinians dead, a breakthrough occurred in October with the signing of a US-led Gaza ceasefire agreement in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt. With the truce now in place, the time has come to move to the next phase of the agreement: the establishment of an International Stabilization Force. | Türkiye was one of four countries that signed the agreement alongside the US, Egypt, and Qatar. This agreement was not the achievement of a single party, but a collective effort aimed at Gaza's future. As such, eac…
(2025-12-26). War-torn Gaza's Palestinians ring in solemn Christmas For 2nd year in a row amid fragile ceasefire. hindustantimes.com For the third consecutive year, Palestinian Christians in the Gaza Strip marked Christmas under the shadow of war, displacement and economic hardship. While a fragile ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict has allowed more aid and supplies to enter Gaza, many families continue to struggle. Fouad Nabil Ayad, whose home was destroyed and family displaced multiple times, says faith and hope remain central despite ongoing challenges. As Gaza's small Christian community observes Christmas across different denominations, many are praying for peace, stability and a better future for the next generation.
(2025-12-26). 168 Gaza doctors graduate even as Israel reduced hospitals to rubble. tehrantimes.com A cohort of 168 Palestinian doctors received advanced medical certifications in Gaza amid the ruins of al-Shifa Medical Complex, once the territory's largest hospital, Al Jazeera reported Friday.
(2025-12-26). In Gaza's Makeshift Camps, Women Hold the Families Together. passblue.com 
I am writing from a small displacement tent in Al-Zawaida, central Gaza, where my family of nine lives day by day. Over a million people now inhabit such makeshift camps across Gaza, and women bear the heaviest burden. While the world sees the destruction from afar, the personal realities of women's survival inside these tents …
(2025-12-26). Democracy Now! 2025-12-26 Friday. democracynow.org Arundhati Roy on New Memoir "Mother Mary Comes to Me," Gaza & Authoritarianism from India to U.S.; Remembering Bill Moyers: PBS Icon on Corruption of Corporate Media and Power of Public Broadcasting | Arundhati Roy on New Memoir "Mother Mary Comes to Me," Gaza & Authoritarianism from India to U.S.; Remembering Bill Moyers: PBS Icon on Corruption of Corporate Media and Power of Public Broadcasting…
(2025-12-27). US naval forces still chasing Venezuela-linked tanker Bella 1. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 27 (MNA) — A Venezuela-linked tanker is still being chased by U.S. authorities in Caribbean waters, refusing to let Coast Guard crews board as specialized teams move into position for a possible forced seizure.
(2025-12-27). Desde Miraflores: Maduro condecoró a la Brigada Internacional Cuba- Venezuela. cubadebate.cu Este viernes 26 de diciembre el presidente de la República Bolivariana de Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, saludó y condecoró a los trabajadores y trabajadoras de la Brigada Internacional Venezuela — Cuba, desde el Palacio de Miraflores, en la ciudad de Caracas.
(2025-12-27). Airports Reopen Post Military Exercises in Poland. devdiscourse.com Rzeszow and Lublin airports in southeastern Poland resumed operations on Saturday. The airports had been temporarily closed due to fighter jet activities following Russian strikes on Ukraine, as confirmed by the Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (PANSA).
(2025-12-27). Oil And Gas Contestations In Sarawak And Sabah: Possible Paths Ahead Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Amalina Anuar | Malaysia's oil and gas (O&G) wealth and ownership have long been a site of central control. In recent times, there has been intensifying state-level pushback over revenue distribution and resource ownership and regulation, particularly by the resource-rich Borneo states of Sabah and Sarawak. The stakes are significant. For both sides, this goes beyond revenue and involves the ability to shape and sustain fiscal fortunes and development trajectories, assert and defend legal and political legitimacies, and (re)distribute autonomy and leverage. If mishandled, contestations also risk entrenching…
(2025-12-27). Heavy rains, flash floods leave Southern California homes caked in mud. geo.tv 
(2025-12-27). Russia bombards Kyiv ahead of Zelensky-Trump talks. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 27 (MNA) — Russia launched missile and drone attacks on Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine on Saturday, just ahead of what President Volodymyr Zelensky described as a crucial meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump.
(2025-12-27). Russia warns Japan's record defense budget risks escalating East Asia tensions. hindustantimes.com Russia has reacted cautiously but critically to Japan's record 2026 defence budget, warning that military buildups in East Asia risk fuelling regional tensions, even as the Kremlin declines to go into detail beyond general concern about escalation. Dmitry Peskov's latest comments came alongside growing Russian messaging that portrays Japan's expanded missile and drone capabilities as part of a broader "remilitarisation" trend that Moscow and Beijing both say destabilises the Asia‚ÄëPacific. Watch for details…
(2025-12-27). Kremlin call disrupts Trump-Zelensky peace talks ahead of planned U.S. Meeting. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump is set to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on December 28 to finalize an agreement on the U.S. peace plan, according to Ukrainian officials. The meeting marks a key step in efforts to end the nearly four-year war between Russia and Ukraine. Earlier, Zelensky confirmed that talks with Trump would happen "in the near future," following a "good conversation" with U.S. envoys.
(2025-12-27). Controversial Bail Order in Unnao Case Sparks National Debate. devdiscourse.com In a striking denunciation, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Manoj Kumar Jha criticized the Delhi High Court's decision to grant bail to former Uttar Pradesh MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the 2017 Unnao rape case. Jha described the message sent by the verdict as 'spine-chilling,' highlighting that mere slogans on women's empowerment fall short of ensuring justice.
(2025-12-27). Japan approves record $58B defense budget amid rising tensions with China. hindustantimes.com Japan approved a record defence budget, signaling a major shift in its security posture as tensions with China continue to rise. The $58 billion allocation for the next fiscal year marks a sharp increase and is part of Tokyo's five-year program to double military spending to 2% of GDP. The strategy focuses on boosting strike back capabilities, strengthening coastal defences, and expanding unmanned systems under the new Shield initiative. The move comes amid escalating friction with Beijing, particularly after remarks by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Taiwan. China has criticized the buildup, while Japan insists…
(2025-12-27). Camillo Tarello: The Forgotten Farmer Who Outsmarted The State Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Lorenzo Cianti | Until the Industrial Revolution came along, communities could only grow and thrive if they first managed to push agricultural productivity well beyond bare subsistence. For three full centuries the communes of central and northern Italy turned themselves into Europe's greatest commer…
(2025-12-27). England Ends Winless Streak in Australia with Thrilling Boxing Day Test Victory. devdiscourse.com In a much-anticipated showdown, England broke an 18-match winless streak on Australian soil by claiming victory in the Boxing Day Test at Melbourne, marking its first Test win in Australia for veterans Joe Root and Ben Stokes. The triumph was secured despite a series already retained by Australia.
(2025-12-27). IRGC holds large-scale exercise in Tehran province. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 27 (MNA) — The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has held a large-scale military exercise dubbed "Towards holy Quds" in various region across in Tehran Province.
(2025-12-27). Iran spearheads confrontation with dominance-seeking system. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 27 (MNA) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says that the Islamic Republic of Iran is spearheading the fight against a world system that dominance-seeking powers seek to create.
(2025-12-27). Cricket Comeback: Josh Tongue Sparks England Triumph in Melbourne. devdiscourse.com England fast bowler Josh Tongue, once considering retirement due to successive injuries, orchestrated a stellar comeback in the fourth Ashes test in Melbourne, guiding his team to a four-wicket victory against Australia.
(2025-12-27). Belarus confirms deployment of Russia's nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles. hindustantimes.com Russia's Oreshnik missiles are now deployed in Belarus, capable of carrying both nuclear and conventional warheads, Belarusian Defense Minister Viktor Khrenin confirmed on December 26. The deployment marks a significant escalation in Moscow-Minsk military integration, raising tensions across Eastern Europe and putting NATO on high alert. Khrenin detailed the deployment in an interview with 'The Pervy Informatsionny Broadcaster,' highlighting Belarus' role in Russia's strategic deterrence.
(2025-12-27). Iran condemns terrorist attack in Syria's Homs's mosque. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 27 (MNA) — The spokesman for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly condemned a terrorist attack against worshippers at the Imam Ali bin Abi Talib Mosque in the Syrian province of Homs.
(2025-12-27). Man dead, 2 police officers hurt in shooting in US. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 27 (MNA) — A man was shot and killed Friday after firing at police in a suburb of Charlotte, North Carolina, during a child custody exchange, local US authorities said.
(2025-12-27). Honoring Guru Gobind Singh: A Beacon of Courage and Righteousness. devdiscourse.com On the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid tribute to the revered Sikh leader, emphasizing his enduring fight against injustice and unrighteousness.
(2025-12-27). Kashmir In The Early-'60s: Keeping Pro-Pakistan Elements At Bay Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Sandeep Bamzai | Bakshi vs Sadiq: The Lines Are Drawn: | In 1962 as palace intrigues returned to the forefront in J&K, the simmering rivalry between Bakshi Ghulam Mohammad and G.M. Sadiq resurfaced, fiercer than ever, with both pursuing separate agendas that remained oddly connected by invisible lines. Sadiq was driven by the lure of the chair, while Bakshi was intent on remaining firmly ensconced in it. There was no moral metric to this pursuit of power. The old combatants circled familiar tropes, the laws kept shifting, battle lines were redrawn, and the uneasy truce was upended. | The Sadiq facti…
(2025-12-27). Karnataka Minister Critiques Central Repeal of MGNREGA. devdiscourse.com Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge has launched a scathing critique of the Modi government's passage of the VB-G RAM G Bill in Parliament, asserting that it effectively nullifies the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). Kharge accused the Centre of eliminating a crucial employment safety net for rural citizens.
(2025-12-27). Dangers Lurk Amid Bangladesh's Political Calm, Warns Ex-Diplomat. devdiscourse.com In a cautionary statement, former Indian diplomat Suresh K Goel highlighted the deceptive calm in Bangladesh, describing it as "the calm before the storm." He attributed this fragility to the influence of jihadist elements on the interim government, led by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus.
(2025-12-27). Putin hails surge in weapons production, cites twentyfold rise since 2022. hindustantimes.com Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia's defence industry has sharply increased weapons production since 2022, citing major growth across armoured vehicles, aviation, artillery, communications, and ammunition. Speaking at a meeting on new state arms programmes through 2036, Putin praised defence enterprises for supplying troops involved in the "special military operation" and said production of some key items has risen more than twentyfold. He stressed that experience gained in combat is shaping the future of Russia's armed forces, alongside expanded high-tech manufacturing, automation and artificial intell…
(2025-12-27). Fake Cops Demand ‚Çπ3 Crore from Betting App Operator. devdiscourse.com A case has been launched following allegations that a group impersonated Special Operations Team (SOT) officers to extort ‚Çπ3 crore from a man accused of running betting applications, police revealed on Saturday.
(2025-12-27). Tribunal Awards Compensation in Fatal Delhi Bus Accident. devdiscourse.com The Delhi Motor Accident Claims Tribunal has delivered a significant verdict, granting a compensation of Rs 1.26 crore to the grieving family of Manish Kumar Chaudhary, a 32-year-old victim of a tragic road accident involving a Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus.
(2025-12-27). Strike by Himachal Doctors Intensifies Over Termination Dispute. devdiscourse.com Resident doctors across Himachal Pradesh commenced an indefinite strike on Saturday following the termination of a doctor involved in an alleged patient assault in Shimla. This action comes on the heels of a mass leave undertaken on Friday, underscoring the discontent within the medical community regarding the decision.
(2025-12-27). Journalist John Kabamba missing after interviewing rebel in eastern DRC. instagram.com
(2025-12-27). Israeli occupation bulldozers block roads of Qabatiya, south of Jenin, during the ongoing assault for the second consecutive day. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-12-27). CPJ calls on FCC commission to recommit to independence. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-27). CPJ, partners call for probe into attacks on Bangladesh news outlets. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-27). Florida authorities drop charges against photojournalist following joint statement by CPJ, partners. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-27). West Bank: Israeli occupation forces close the entrances to villages west of Ramallah. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-12-27). 2 Peruvian journalists targeted by gunfire within a week. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-27). Jordanian journalist arrested on arrival, denied lawyer and family visits. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-27). Guatemalan journalist found dead after family reported death threats. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-27). Denuncia ciudadana: Alerta sobre el uso de polymitas en artesanías. cubadebate.cu La polymita es símbolo de nuestra biodiversidad. Su preservación no es solo un mandato legal, sino un compromiso ético con las futuras generaciones. Convertirla en objeto decorativo significa despojar a Cuba de un legado irreemplazable. La denuncia llegó desde la capital, en un puesto de venta de artesanías.
(2025-12-27). De nuevo en Cuba, brigada de solidaridad "Venceremos" de Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu La 53 edición de la brigada de solidaridad "Venceremos", de Estados Unidos, arribará este sábado a la capital donde se sumará a la celebración del aniversario 65 del Instituto Cubano de Amistad con los Pueblos (ICAP), fundado por Fidel el 30 de diciembre de 1960. El contingente está integrado por cerca de 40 jóvenes procedentes de 15 estados y de más de 20 organizaciones solidarias con Cuba.
(2025-12-27). Las élites occidentales temen una "intifada globalizada" porque ellas son el objetivo, no los judíos. cubadebate.cu Mientras la población occidental es demonizada por racista, la tecnología y las estrategias que hoy se usan contra los palestinos serán los muros de las prisiones del mañana para todos nosotros. El miedo de los poderes occidentales a la frase "Globalizar la intifada" tiene poco que ver con algún supuesto peligro para las poblaciones judías. La amenaza proviene de la idea central del eslogan, no de un objetivo concreto.
(2025-12-27). Elefantes presionan en la zona clasificatoria de la Serie Nacional de Béisbol. cubadebate.cu Los Elefantes de Cienfuegos presionaron hoy sobre la zona clasificatoria de la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol, al derrotar a los Cocodrilos de Matanzas y los Vegueros de Pinar del Río sellar su partido de la jornada. En la pelea por el último boleto a los cuartos de final de esta campaña, los paquidermos vinieron de abajo en el marcador para batir 7-5 a los Cocodrilos de Matanzas.
(2025-12-27). Tiroteo durante fiesta en Miami Gardens deja dos muertos y un herido. cubadebate.cu Una fiesta nocturna en una vivienda de Miami Gardens, al norte de Miami Dade, EE.UU., terminó en tragedia cuando varios hombres enmascarados abrieron fuego contra los asistentes. La tragedia dejó como saldo la muerte de dos personas, entre las que se encuentra un adolescente, y dejando otra herida, de acuerdo a lo que confirmaron las autoridades locales.
(2025-12-27). Sindicatos de Bolivia protagonizan quinto día de movilizaciones contra el gasolinazo. cubadebate.cu Diversas organizaciones sociales y sindicales afiliadas a la Central Obrera Boliviana ratificaron la continuidad de las protestas contra el Decreto Supremo 5503, al cumplirse el quinto día consecutivo de movilizaciones en demanda de su derogación. La normativa, impulsada por el gobierno de Rodrigo Paz, incluye el incremento del precio de los carburantes y otras medidas de ajuste económico.
(2025-12-27). Con la gala Cuba Vive arrancará en La Habana próximo Festival de Jazz Plaza. cubadebate.cu Según los organizadores del Jazz Plaza, han confirmado su presencia en el evento artistas de Francia, España, Portugal, Países Bajos, Estados Unidos, Italia, Lituania, Brasil, México, Colombia, Taiwán, Austria, Canadá, Grecia y China.
(2025-12-27). Mincult realizará Expedición Cultural en San Miguel del Padrón. cubadebate.cu El Ministerio de Cultura desarrollará este sábado 27 de diciembre una Expedición Cultural en el municipio San Miguel del Padrón, como despedida festiva del año 2025 y en saludo al aniversario 67 del triunfo de la Revolución. La jornada tendrá lugar de 10: 00 a.m. a 8: 00 p.m. en la Biblioteca Tomás Tuma y áreas aledañas.
(2025-12-27). Inaugura primer ministro obras sociales en Cacocum. cubadebate.cu El primer ministrl Manuel Marrero Cruz recorrió el Proyecto de Alimentación Comunitaria, en la zona de La Agraria, primero de su tipo en la provincia, que asistirá a nueve ancianos y un joven vulnerable y el seminternado Expedicionarios del Corynthia, que en el municipio apoya a más de 198 madres del terrotorio.
(2025-12-26). Summoning Epstein's ghost at the White House. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – The Jeffrey Epstein affair has once again returned to the spotlight—this time not merely as a moral scandal, but as a political lever shaking the White House. The main concern at present is focused on Donald Trump and the "MAGA" movement within the Republican Party.
(2025-12-26). Nobel Foundation sued over Peace Prize to Venezuela's Opposition Leader. ummid.com WikiLeaks Founder Julian Assange has filed a criminal complaint against the Nobel Foundation for awarding the 2025 Peace Prize to Venezuela's Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado.
(2025-12-26). La agresión a Venezuela atenta contra la paz regional. radiohc.cu La escalada belicista del Gobierno de Estados Unidos contra Venezuela amenaza, no solo la soberanía de esa nación, sino también la paz y la seguridad de América Latina y el Caribe. Así lo ha denunciado Cuba en múltiples espacios, a sabiendas de la urgencia de detener tales agresiones, y como reafirmación de su invariable solidaridad con el pueblo y el Gobierno venezolanos. | En ese sentido, el miembro del Buró Político y ministro de Relaciones Exteriores, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, destacó en X que el Consejo de Seguridad de la ONU, llevado a cabo esta semana, mostró las serias preocupaciones de la comunidad inter…
(2025-12-26). To harness crypto ingenuity, financial threat must first be neutralised. scmp.com The fascination with cryptocurrencies shows no sign of fading. With the passage of the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins (Genius) Act in July, US lawmakers added to the sense that crypto is here to stay. But an uncomfortable issue remains unresolved: are cryptocurrencies a genuine innovation capable of serving the common good, or a speculative threat to financial and social stability? | Not all cryptocurrencies are alike. Unbacked ones, such as bitcoin or Ethereum,…
(2025-12-26). S. Arabia accused of striking UAE-backed STC forces in Yemen. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — UAE-backed separatists in southern Yemen accused Saudi Arabia on Friday of launching airstrikes against their forces in Hadramout province, allegations Riyadh has not confirmed amid rising tensions over recent territorial gains.
(2025-12-26). Delhi Fog: 13 dead as 7 buses, 3 cars collide on Yamuna Expressway. ummid.com In a tragic incident Tuesday Dec 16, as many as 13 people have been killed in multiple collisions – involving 7 buses and 3 cars, on Yamuna Expressway (Delhi-Agra Highway).
(2025-12-26). TN SIR: 97.28 names removed, Chennai reports biggest deletion. ummid.com The Tamil Nadu State Election Commission Friday December 19, 2025 released the draft voters list after the completion of the Enumeration Phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).
(2025-12-26). Morocco bests Jordan to lift 2025 FIFA Arab Cup. ummid.com Atlas Lions, Morocco, Thursday defeated Jordan to lift the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup.
(2025-12-26). Barred from elections, ex-President Jair Bolsonaro picks son to challenge Lula's Presidency. hindustantimes.com Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has endorsed his son, Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, as a pre-candidate for the 2026 presidential election. The endorsement was revealed in a letter read aloud outside a hospital in Brasilia, where Bolsonaro is receiving medical treatment after being temporarily released from prison. Bolsonaro is serving a 27-year sentence for planning a coup attempt. The move surprised investors and political observers, who had expected Bolsonaro to back a more established figure, adding new uncertainty to Brazil's political and economic outlook.
(2025-12-26). Models predict epidemic control in Cuba by the beginning of January. radiohc.cu Models predict complete control of the epidemic by the beginning of the year in Cuba, stated renowned mathematician Raúl Guinovart Díaz, Director of Science and Technology at the University of Havana. | He made the statement during the weekly meeting of experts and scientists on health issues convened by the President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, to address, from a scientific perspective, the fight against diseases caused by mosquito-borne viruses: in scientific terms, arboviruses. | The specialist affirmed that the incidence in different regions of the country has decreased, although the province…
(2025-12-26). Insurance contributions of Belarusian insurance organizations 9.3% up in January-November. eng.belta.by For voluntary types of insurance (including imputed insurance), insurance premiums amounted to Br1,718.9 million in January-November 2025, up Br132.9 million compared to the same period in 2024.
(2025-12-26). BJP-led Mahayuti sweeps Maharashtra local body elections. ummid.com The Mahayuti – the alliance of Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde) and NCP (Ajit Pawar), has sweeped the 2025 Nagar Parishad (Municipal Council) and Nagar Panchayat (Municipal Panchayat) elections.
(2025-12-26). Shahzad Akbar dismisses viral injury photo as AI-generated. tribune.com.pk 
Former special assistant on accountability to ex-prime minister Imran Khan, Mirza Shahzad Akbar, was injured in a violent attack near his home in Cambridge, United Kingdom, on Wednesday, police and Akbar confirmed. | Akbar told The Express Tribune's London correspondent that an image of his injured face circulating on social media is fake and generated by artificial intelligence, dismissing…
(2025-12-26). Is AI the Answer to Maternal Mortality in Africa? fairobserver.com Across sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), artificial intelligence is quietly transforming maternal healthcare delivery. In the most rural parts of Kenya, pregnant women can now receive AI-powered text messages in Swahili that detect warning signs and immediately connect mothers to qualified midwives through a system called Promoting Mothers in Pregnancy and Postpartum Through SMS (PROMPTS). The integration…
(2025-12-26). Uncovering America's Gravest Sins and Atrocities. covertactionmagazine.com Cover-Up is nothing less than a masterpiece about investigative reporting, co-directed by one of today's greatest documentarians, Laura Poitras, who earned a Pulitzer and Academy Award for her reportage on NSA leaker Edward Snowden, featured in 2014's Citizenfour. Following a screening of Cover-Up at the recent AFI Film Festival, Poitras described Cover-Up not as a …
(2025-12-26). South Korea prosecutors request 10-year term for ex-president. geo.tv 
(2025-12-26). Man dies by suicide in Latur after alleging police harassment in video post. devdiscourse.com A 22-year-old man allegedly committed suicide after accusing police personnel of harassment in Maharashtra's Latur district, an official said on Friday.
(2025-12-26). Iran to host joint training camp of sitting volleyball. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — A joint training camp of national sitting volleyball teams of Iran, Kazakhstan, and Russia will be held in Iran's northeastern city of Mashhad, the head of Iran's Sports Federation for the Disabled announced.
(2025-12-26). Telangana: Applications open for Overseas Scholarships for Minorities. ummid.com The Department of Minorities Welfare in Telangana has invited application from the eligible candidates for Chief Minister's Overseas Scholarship Scheme for students from the minority communities.
(2025-12-26). Sheikh Qassem to Address Memorial for Hezbollah's Late Senior Commander. english.almanar.com.lb 
Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem is scheduled to deliver a speech on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at 3: 00 PM (Beirut Time), during a memorial ceremony marking the annual anniversary of the passing of the late jihad and resistance figure, founding leader Haj Mohammad Hasan Yaghi (Abou Salim). The ceremony will be organized by Hezbollah …
(2025-12-26). Iran in the past week: Key developments at home and abroad. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — Here is a concise weekly digest of the most significant political, economic, cultural, and social developments in Iran, published every Friday by Mehr News Agency.
(2025-12-26). China's reusable rocket failure, PLA's growth leaves US 'vulnerable': SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Pentagon says Chinese aircraft carriers, 6th-gen fighters make US 'vulnerable'
(2025-12-26). "Anti-Indian sentiment being pushed by different factors" : Journalist Daniel Bordman on two Indian students killed in Canada. devdiscourse.com Canadian journalist Daniel Bordman on Friday highlighted concerns over a growing culture of anti-Indian sentiment in the country following the deaths of two Indian students in Canada within a span of one week. Speaking to ANI on the murders, Broadman criticised the handling of such cases by local authorities, expressing scepticism about the police investigation and accusing Canadian law enforcement of incompetence in serious crimes while being overly aggressive in other matters.
(2025-12-26). Kidnapping of Lebanese officer: Growing suspicions and unanswered questions. tehrantimes.com BEIRUT — Political and media discourse surrounding the abduction of former General Security officer Ahmad Shukr has intensified claims that he was forcibly taken into the occupied Palestinian territories.
(2025-12-26). Zelensky mentions agreement to meet with Trump soon. eng.belta.by Vladimir Zelensky wrote in a Telegram post: "[Secretary of Ukraine's Security Council] Rustem Umerov has reported yet another contact with the American side. We don't lose a single day. We've reached an agreement on a top-level meeting with President Trump soon."
(2025-12-26). Blast in Syria kills 8 at mosque targeting Alawite minority in Homs. scmp.com An Islamist militant group has claimed responsibility for a bombing that killed at least eight worshippers at a mosque in a predominantly Alawite area of Homs, Syria, on Friday. | In a statement on Telegram, Saraya Ansar al-Sunna announced that its fighters "detonated a number of explosive devices" inside the Imam Ali bin Abi Talib Mosque. The group — which was formed after the ousting of Bashar al-Assad — previously claimed responsibility for a bombing that killed 20 people at a Damascus church…
(2025-12-26). Spurs extend domination of NBA-best Thunder. tribune.com.pk 
Reigning champion Oklahoma City have the NBA's best record, but they cannot beat San Antonio, with superstar Victor Wembanyama coming off the bench Thursday to help lift the Spurs to an emphatic 117-102 victory. | De'Aaron Fox scored a game-high 29 points while Wembanyama had 19 points and 11 rebounds in 26 minutes and guard Stephon Castle added 19 points for the Spurs, who stretched their win streak to eight games. | "My first Christmas game," Fox said. "It feels great getting another victory." | After roaring to a 24-1 start, the Thunder have dropped four of their past six games ⚪ three of those losses comi…
(2025-12-26). Friday 1/2: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2025-12-26). Zakharova reports progress in Russia-USA talks on Ukraine. eng.belta.by The diplomat pointed out that the negotiations between Russia and the USA are accompanied by "extremely harmful and even malicious attempts by a group of states, primarily Western European ones, to torpedo and derail all the diplomatic achievements."
(2025-12-26). John Birch Society Tries to Bring Back Cold War Culture. covertactionmagazine.com Though alleging to expose "deep-state" machinations against Donald Trump, their publication accuses James Comey and John Brennan of being communist agents and venerates Cold War-Era KGB defectors who advanced CIA disinformation While browsing through the magazine section at Barnes and Noble recently, for fun, I picked up the September issue of the John Birch Society's …
(2025-12-26). California Sea Otters Face New Threats An Ecosystem Shifts Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Christine Heinrichs | The sea otter pup was tiny, probably less than 2 weeks old, alone in Morro Bay on an October morning earlier this year. A kayaker scooped it out of the water after listening to it endlessly crying for its mother. It was in growing danger, starting to float out toward the mouth of the bay. Back onshore, the rescuer wrapped the pup in a cloth, nestled it in a box and called A 10-person rescue team arrived, led by Shayla Zink, the center's operations coordinator. They hoped to reunite this young pu…
(2025-12-26). US Judge halts detention of anti-disinformation campaigner Imran Ahmed. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-12-26). Why the MAGA Base Is Triggered by Somalis. muslimskeptic.com Islam, as it is practiced around the world, claims a universal mission. One of the manifestations of this universality is the inclusion of people from widely diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. Among these, African societies have played a particularly important role; and within this broad category, the Somali people stand out for their historical, …
(2025-12-26). Kimberle Crenshaw on Anti-Blackness. fair.org 
(2025-12-26). UPDATE 3-Malaysia court convicts ex-PM Najib Razak of power abuse, money laundering in biggest 1MDB trial. devdiscourse.com Jailed former Malaysian premier Najib Razak was convicted on Friday on all charges of abuse of power and money laundering in the biggest trial yet in the multibillion-dollar…
(2025-12-26). The horror of homeless deaths in 2025. indybay.org Tombstones of the homeless deaths during 2019, in San Jose.
(2025-12-26). UN Renews Ceasefire Push In Sudan. eurasiareview.com By Vibhu Mishra | The UN has urged Sudan's warring parties to pursue compromise and an immediate ceasefire, even as drone attacks, displacement and the killing of peacekeepers underscore the growing risks to civilians and humanitarians. | The appeal follows a peace initiative presented by Sudan's Transitional Prime Minister during a Security Council meeting earlier this week. | UN Secretary-General António Guterres "takes note of the peace initiative", his spokesperson said on Friday, stressing that "the pursuit of lasting and inclusive peace is essential as the conflict enters a new year." | He called on the…
(2025-12-26). Zelensky would lose an election to his former top general. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky would overwhelmingly lose in a run-off presidential election to his former top commander, Valery Zaluzhny, according to a Socis poll published on Wednesday.
(2025-12-26). Tibetans Protests Illegal Gold Mining Operations in Eastern Tibet. indybay.org In light of recent news of over 80 Tibetans being detained, and harmed by the Chinese authorities in Kashi (Ch: Gayi) township, Sershul county in Eastern Tibet as a result of their protest against the gold-mining operations in Serkhok, Tibetans in Bay Area lead by San Francisco Regional Tibetan Youth Congress (SFRTYC) held a peaceful protest in front of the Chinese Consulate in San Francisco on Dec 20, 2025 from 11 am till 1 pm.
(2025-12-26). The devil's island and the never-ending scandal. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The saga began three decades ago with an island. It was a place that for years served as a sanctuary for an assembly of the most renowned and powerful figures in the realms of politics, finance, art, technology, and even the scientific circles of the West, most notably from the United States.
(2025-12-26). How to Use Gold Loan Calculator to Plan Repayment Smartly? ummid.com A Gold Loan calculator is an online tool that estimates the loan amount you can obtain against your pledged gold based on its weight, purity, and the prevailing gold rate.
(2025-12-26). US launches 'deadly' strike against ISIS terrorists in Nigeria for slaughtering Christians, says Trump. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that American forces had carried out multiple deadly airstrikes against ISIS fighters in Nigeria, accusing the group of attacking and killing Christians in the region. | Posting on Truth Social, Trump said the strikes were launched on his orders and targeted ISIS militants operating in northwest Nigeria. He claimed the group had been "brutally killing innocent Christians" and that the violence had reached extreme levels. Trump said he had earlier warned the terrorists to stop the attacks, adding that they now faced serious consequences. | According to Tru…
(2025-12-26). Trump's Nigeria attack: Evangelical politics weaponized against reality. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The United States carried out strikes in northwestern Nigeria on Christmas Day, nearly two months after President Donald Trump warned he might intervene militarily, accusing the West African nation of failing to stop attacks against Christian communities.
(2025-12-26). Category '6' Tropical Cyclone Hot Spots Are Growing. eurasiareview.com The oceanic conditions that churn up the very strongest of hurricanes and typhoons are heating up in the North Atlantic and Western Pacific, fueled by warm water that extends well below the surface. Human-caused climate change may be responsible for up to 70% of the growth of storm-brewing hotspots there, according to new research. | These hot spots are making it more likely that stronger Category '6' tropical cyclones may hit landfall in highly populated areas. | "The hot spot regions have expanded," said I-I Lin, a chair professor in the Department of Atmospheric Science at the National Taiwan University.
(2025-12-26). Concept of Small Boats: Sri Lanka's Contribution to Naval Battles. fairobserver.com When Sri Lankan armed forces fought with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) for 30 years, they confronted the biggest threat they had faced in the country's history. This threat came from the asymmetrical advancements of LTTE guerrillas, which challenged the conventional military strategies of Sri Lankan forces. With time, and at a heavy…
(2025-12-26). Syrian Blast Video: Bomber Shouts Islamic Cry Before Blowing Himself Up In Crowded Alawite Mosque. hindustantimes.com An explosion in a mosque in a predominantly Alawite area of Syria's Homs killed several people on Friday. At least three people were killed and more than a dozen injured when the powerful explosion ripped through a mosque in Syria's Homs province. Deadly blast hit the mosque during evening prayers in rebel-held northern countryside; HTS blamed regime sleeper cells, however, locals suspect factional infighting.
(2025-12-26). China eases IPO rules for firms developing reusable rockets. tribune.com.pk 
Chinese companies developing reusable commercial rockets will have access to a fast lane for initial public offerings on the tech-heavy STAR market that exempts them from some financial requirements, the Shanghai Stock Exchange said on Friday. | Beijing is seeking to address a gap in its space capabilities compared to the United States, which is currently dominant in the ability to return, recover and reuse a rocket's first stage, or booster, after it is launched. | The new guidelines build upon previous regulations published in June that made it easier for pre-profit innovative companies to get listed on the…
(2025-12-26). Claim: Some Men Downplay Climate Concerns Because of Gender Insecurity. wattsupwiththat.com According to the study, some men are frightened of appearing weak and feminine if they admit they are worried about climate change.
(2025-12-26). GST exemption boosts health insurance coverage, average sum insured jumps 31%: Report. devdiscourse.com The government's decision to exempt Goods and Services Tax (GST) on health insurance from 18 per cent to nil has led to a sharp rise in health cover sizes, with the average sum insured increasing by 31 per cent, according to a report by Policybazaar. The report said that after the removal of GST, the average health insurance cover increased from Rs 14.5 lakh in the pre-GST period to Rs 19 lakh in…
(2025-12-26). Netanyahu's US tour: A shameful display of collusion against justice and peace. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — In the midst of historic global turmoil, an alarming spectacle is once again unfolding: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is preparing for yet another visit to the United States to meet with President Donald Trump. This trip, which comes on the heels of multiple previous visits since Trump's return to the White House, is not a diplomatic milestone — it is the latest chapter in a troubling alliance that undermines justice, fuels regional conflict, and exposes the United States as little more than Israel's political enabler on the world stage.
(2025-12-26). Vande Mataram: BJP, Muslim League on Same Page. ummid.com When Jinnah had raised the issue in the 1930s, Nehru had stated in a forthright manner that the issue is being raised by communal elements. Same thing is happening now.
(2025-12-26). Israel destroys 8,000+ West Bank olive trees amid escalating attacks. tehrantimes.com Attacks by Israeli forces and illegal settlers destroyed more than 8,000 olive trees across the occupied West Bank in one week, causing losses of nearly $7 million, Al Mayadeen reported Friday, citing the Palestinian Agriculture Ministry.
(2025-12-26). From Steamships to Sovereignty: How Iraq's old Arteries challenge modern Myths. juancole.com ( Most visitors come se…
(2025-12-26). CBSE releases new PATTERN for 10th Board Exams 2026. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released a new pattern for the 2026 Class 10 board exams specifically related to Science and Social Sciences subjects.
(2025-12-26). CLAT 2026 Result Out: Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Consortium of National Law Universities has declared the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 UG and PG results on its official website consortiumofnlus.ac.in (clat.ac.in).
(2025-12-26). China hits US defence firms with sanctions over Taiwan. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — China's foreign ministry announced sanctions on Friday targeting 10 individuals and 20 U.S. defence firms, including Boeing's (BA.N), opens new tab St. Louis branch, over arms sales to Taiwan.
(2025-12-26). Disciples pay musical tribute to classical vocalist Savita Devi on 6th death anniversary. devdiscourse.com Disciples, enthusiasts of Indian classical music, and members of the Smt. Siddheshwari Devi Academy of Indian Music came together here to pay a musical tribute to Thumri exponent Savita Devi on her 6th death anniversary. Known as the "Queen of Thumri", Devi was remembered at a commemorative evening held recently at Triveni Auditorium for her "immense contribution to Indian classical music and her lifelong dedication to preserving the rich traditions of the Banaras Gharana".
(2025-12-26). Bangladesh: Tarique Rahman's message to Hindus, Christians, Buddhists amid communal violence | Zia. hindustantimes.com Bangladesh Nationalist Party acting chairman Tarique Rahman returned to Bangladesh after nearly 17 years in exile, receiving a rousing welcome from supporters. Positioning himself as a leading contender for prime minister ahead of the February elections, Rahman pledged to unite people of all faiths and build a democratic, economically strong nation. His return comes during a fragile political transition under an interim government, with the upcoming vote seen as critical for restoring stability after years of unrest.
(2025-12-26). Bomb blast at Alawite Mosque in Syria's Homs kills 8 during Friday noon prayers; death toll may rise. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: A powerful explosion hit a mosque in the Syrian city of Homs on Friday, killing at least eight persons and injuring 21 others, officials said. The blast took place during Friday noon pra | Bomb blast at Alawite Mosque in Syria's Homs kills 8 during Friday noon prayers; death toll may rise…
(2025-12-26). New UAE law tightens rules on digital platforms to safeguard children. tribune.com.pk 
The United Arab Emirates has issued a new federal decree law aimed at protecting children from online risks and promoting the responsible use of safe, age-appropriate digital content, as part of broader efforts to safeguard child welfare. | The legislation, announced on Friday, comes ahead of 2026 being designated the Year of the Family and reflects the UAE's vision to enhance the quality of life and well-being of children in an increasingly digital environment. | The law seeks to protect children from digital content and practices that could harm their physical, psychological or moral development. It also est…
(2025-12-26). Russia urges Japan to abandon hostile policy toward Moscow. plenglish.com Moscow, Dec. 26 (Prensa Latina) Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andriy Rudenko, meeting with Muneo Suzuki, a member of the Japanese House of Councillors, urged Tokyo to abandon its hostile stance toward Moscow in order to restore bilateral relations.
(2025-12-26). Saatvik Green Energy bags additional solar pumps order from Maharashtra state utility. devdiscourse.com Saatvik Green Energy on Friday said it has secured an additional order worth Rs 16.74 crore from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company for setting up off-grid solar water pumps in Maharashtra.
(2025-12-26). New Study Finds Movement Of Fishing Fleets Can Reveal Shifts In Marine Ecosystems. eurasiareview.com Researchers at the University of California, Santa Cruz, have already leveraged the vast troves of geolocation data from vessel-tracking systems to pinpoint where whales and other large marine species are endangered by ship traffic and industrial fishing. | Now, in a new study led by Heather Welch at UC Santa Cruz's Institute of Marine Sciences, researchers show how the geolocation data generated by satellites for the global Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) can reveal where marine heatwaves are affecting the behavior of ecologically and economically valuable species. In a PNAS article to be published on December…
(2025-12-26). Europe's panic economy: Frozen assets, empty arsenals, and the quiet admission of defeat. strategic-culture.su When a prime minister tells her own staff to rest because next year will be much worse, it is not gallows humor. It is not exhaustion speaking. It is a slip of the mask, the kind of remark leaders make only when the internal forecasts no longer align with the public script.
(2025-12-26). PSX Benchmark Index Closes At An All-Time High Of 172,401 OpEd. eurasiareview.com Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) experienced volatility throughout the week, driven by portfolio adjustments and realignments at year-end. However, the bullish momentum prevailed on the continuation of investor optimism amid recent 50bps rate cut announced by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). Benchmark index gained 996 points to close at an all-time high of 172,401 points, reflecting an increase of 0.6%WoW. | Market participation weakened by 3.5%WoW due to average daily traded volume falling to 1.1 billion shares, as compared to 1.2 billion shares in the prior week. | The Government of Pakistan successfully execu…
(2025-12-26). Camouflaged inflation strangles daily living. tribune.com.pk 
Despite official narratives pushing economic stabilization and declining inflation as paramount achievements of 2025, the everyday purchasing experiences of citizens throughout the past one year reflect a pitiful reality. While inflation may have slowed statistically, the cost of survival remained painfully high. | An investigative review by The Express Tribune showed that while the government officially maintained that inflation remained low, ordinary citizens continued to buy everyday necessities at inflated prices. Despite official figures showing the inflation rate at around 7.4 per cent, the cost of food,…
(2025-12-26). Hezbollah won't confront Lebanese Army, rejects division. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — Head of Hezbollah Executive Council Sheikh Ali Daamoush affirmed that the resistance will not be drawn into confrontation with the Lebanese Army and will not permit internal discord.
(2025-12-26). Rahmani 30 Entrance Exam 2026 Date Confirmed. ummid.com Rahmani Program of Excellence run under Rahmani Mission of Rahmani Foundation has confirmed the Rahmani 30 Entrance Exam 2026 date.
(2025-12-26). PAC sub-inspector, constable arrested in Meerut for embezzlement of government funds. devdiscourse.com Police in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut district have arrested two PAC personnel, including a sub-inspector, in connection with alleged embezzlement of government funds amounting to over Rs 10 lakh, officials said on Friday.
(2025-12-26). Monday 12/22: If We Act, They Die! Rally at UK Consulate to Demand Release of Political Prisoners. indybay.org UK British Consulate In San Francisco | 1 Sansome St. San Francisco…
(2025-12-26). Ancient rock-cut grain stores highlight tourism potential of Ilam village. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – An Iranian village in Ilam province is drawing attention for a series of rock-cut grain storage structures believed to be up to 800 years old…
(2025-12-26). Morocco vs. Jordan 2025 FIFA Arab Cup Final Tonight. ummid.com The high stake 2025 FIFA Arab Cup Final Match between Morocco and Jordan is scheduled for today i.e. Thursday December 18, 2025 in Qatar.
(2025-12-26). Tehran holds cycling race to promote clean transportation. tehrantimes.com A cycling race was held on Friday in District 17 of Tehran to encourage public sports, increase social vitality, and promote the culture of clean transportation. | The Municipality organized the event to mark Father's Day, the birthday of Imam Ali (AS), which falls on January 3, 2026.
(2025-12-26). Academies of sciences of Belarus, Vietnam actively implement joint scientific projects. eng.belta.by The parties confirmed their interest in continuing mutually beneficial cooperation, which is particularly relevant after Belarusian-Vietnamese relations have been elevated to a strategic partnership.
(2025-12-26). Monday 12/29: 27th Annual, California 175 – California State Capitol Kwanzaa. indybay.org California State Capitol | 10th & Capitol Mall | Downtown Sacramento…
(2025-12-26). Afula operation a natural response to ongoing Israeli crimes: Hamas. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Hamas declared Friday's Afula operation an "expression of accumulated popular anger" resulting from the Israeli occupation regime's daily crimes.
(2025-12-26). Polish jets intercept Russian plane as tensions rise with Moscow, Belarus. hindustantimes.com Poland says its fighter jets intercepted and escorted a Russian reconnaissance aircraft over the Baltic Sea on December 25 after the plane approached the country's airspace during a night that also saw a wave of airspace incursions from Belarus. According to the Polish National Security Bureau and Armed Forces, Polish radar systems detected and tracked "dozens of unidentified objects," at least four of which were later confirmed as smuggling balloons that crossed into Polish airspace from Belarus. The latest tensions come as Warsaw and Moscow trade warnings over a seized consular building in Gdańsk.
(2025-12-26). Indian student, 20, shot dead near Toronto University, accused at large. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The Indian Consulate in Toronto on Thursday said it was deeply distressed by the killing of Shivank Avasthi, a 20-year-old Indian student, who was shot dead near the University of Toronto Scarborough campus. Police said Avasthi was found with a gunshot injury in the Highland Creek Trail—Old Kingston Road area on Tuesday and was declared dead on the spot. | The suspects escaped before officers reached the scene, and the campus was briefly locked down during the search. This was Toronto's 41st homicide this year. | "We express deep anguish over the tragic death of a young Indian doctoral stude…
(2025-12-26). Project Khushi: Because behind every Khaki is a Human who deserves care. ummid.com Built around simple, healthy lifestyle changes, Project Khushi is a three-month structured evidence-based health and wellness initiative designed especially for Bengaluru City Police Personnel.
(2025-12-26). Pakistan U19 begin tri-series campaign against Afghanistan. tribune.com.pk 
Champions of the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup, Pakistan, will take on Afghanistan in their opening match of the tri-series on Saturday, 27 December at the Harare Sports Club in Harare. | Pakistan clinched the eight-team ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup in Dubai after defeating India by 191 runs in the final in Dubai on 21 December. The side will play a minimum of four matches in the 50-over tri-series, which also includes hosts Zimbabwe. | Pakistan will face Zimbabwe at the Prince Edward School in Harare on 29 December, followed by their second encounter against Afghanistan at the Sunrise Sports Club in Harare on 2 January. P…
(2025-12-26). Shortcut To Zaporizhzhya: Russian Forces Creep Across Drained Reservoir After Dam Breach Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Yevhenia Nazarova | Before a massive dam on the Dnieper River burst in what Ukraine says was an act of sabotage by Russian forces, the Kakhovka Reservoir was big and broad and reached a depth of up 26 meters ⚪ a body of water so large that people living on its shores sometimes called it a "sea." | The breach in June 2023, about 16 months into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, sent water levels plunging and drained much of the reservoir, which is part of the Dnieper and the front line in the war, exposing its bed in many areas and leaving it covered by shallow water in others. | Downstream from the r…
(2025-12-26). Malaysia ex-PM Najib Razak jailed for 15 more years in 1MDB saga's biggest trial. geo.tv 
Prison officers escort former Malaysian PM Najib Razak, as the jailed politician leaves the court during a break in proceedings, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. — Reuters/FileNajib fined $2.8bn, to serve sentences concurrently.Judge says Najib had clear link with fugitive financier.Funds…
(2025-12-26). Two settlers killed in Palestinian martyrdom-seeking op. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — Two Zionist settlers were killed in an alleged car-ramming and stabbing attack in the northern part of occupied Palestine Friday, and the purported Palestinian suspect was shot and wounded.
(2025-12-26). Meet Ousmane Dembele FIFA Player of Year 2025. ummid.com Ousmane Dembele, France Forward and Paris St-Germain (PSG), has won the Men's Player of the Year 2025 at the Fifa Best Awards.
(2025-12-26). Cool nights, mornings to persist in Karachi over next three days. tribune.com.pk 
Cool weather is expected to continue in Karachi during the night and morning hours over the next three days as winds blow from Balochistan, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said on Friday. | According to the PMD's Early Warning Centre, minimum temperatures in the city may range between 12°C and 14°C during this period, while maximum temperatures are likely to remain between 26°C and 28°C. | The forecast further said winds from the north and north-east, particularly from Balochistan, are expected to prevail for most of the time. Sea breezes may also become active briefly in the eveni…
(2025-12-26). Persepolis narrowly win Mes to go to top of PGPL. en.mehrnews.com Persepolis football team edged past relegation-threatened Mes 1-0 on Friday at the 2025/26 Iran's Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL).
(2025-12-26). Packers clinch NFL playoff spot as Lions lose to Vikings. tribune.com.pk 
The Green Bay Packers advanced to the NFL playoffs on Thursday without stepping onto the field, clinching a post-season berth when the Detroit Lions lost 23-10 at Minnesota. | Green Bay accepted the Christmas gift of a third consecutive playoff appearance and sixth in seven years. | Minnesota's defenders forced six turnovers by Detroit that led to 16 points as the Lions fell to 8-8 and became unable to catch the Packers (9-5-1) for the last available NFC wildcard. | "Can't turn the ball over six times and expect to win," Lions coach Dan Campbell said. "That's what got us. | "The effort is there. We're just a l…
(2025-12-26). Iran exports non-oil goods worth $1.66b to Afghanistan in 8 months. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Iran exported non-oil commodities valued at $1.66 billion to Afghanistan during the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-November 21), the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) announced.
(2025-12-26). US strikes ISIS: 1st clip out of missile that struck Nigeria on Christmas day. hindustantimes.com The U.S. has released rare footage of a missile launch against alleged ISIS targets in northwest Nigeria, carried out over Christmas in coordination with Abuja. Trump framed the strikes as punishment for a "slaughter of Christians," even though officials say there's no evidence backing that claim, and warned more attacks could follow.
(2025-12-26). Sunday 1/4: Boycott Chevron Picket. indybay.org Temescal Chevron | 5500 Telegraph Avenue | Telegraph & 55th, Oakland…
(2025-12-26). The brutal life of child recruits under a shadowy African rebel group. scmp.com Forcibly recruited into a rebel militia affiliated with Islamic State, two boys have revealed the "torment" of living in its camps as members committed massacres in the Democratic Republic of Congo's northeast. | The two minors freed from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) gave Agence France-Presse an unprecedented account of the shadowy group, notorious for its extreme brutality.
(2025-12-26). PM Modi's Foreign Visits: The Deeper Story. ummid.com PM Modi's travels have become a permanent feature of India's political theatre. Yet, to dismiss them as spectacle alone would be to miss the deeper story unfolding beneath the surface.
(2025-12-26). Wildlife Trafficking Thrives Online. eurasiareview.com On a recent Wednesday at a pet crematory on the outskirts of Johannesburg, South African authorities destroyed nearly a metric ton of lion bones. | The destruction of the confiscated remains was part of South Africa's effort to end the captive breeding of lions and the trafficking of their bones to be used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). | South Africa effectively banned the export of lion bones this year by setting the export quota for them at zero. South Africa has an estimated 12,000 lions raised on farms to be hunted compared to a wild population of about 3,000. Lions killed during the hunts are but…
(2025-12-26). Atalanta on the up as Serie A leaders Inter visit. tribune.com.pk 
Atalanta are on the comeback trail ahead of Sunday night's visit of Serie A leaders Inter Milan, with coach Raffaele Palladino leading the charge for the revitalised Bergamo club. | Since Palladino replaced Ivan Juric last month Atalanta have rediscovered their groove, as witnessed by the way they dealt with Eintracht Frankfurt and Chelsea in the Champions League. | Atalanta sit fifth in the Champions League, level on points with mega-bucks Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City, and now they're heading back up the Serie A table. | A last-gasp win at Genoa last weekend put Atalanta back in the top half of Ita…
(2025-12-26). News: "The Paris Agreement at 10: What the World has Achieved" wattsupwiththat.com Not much, really. Just a whole lot of waste and false hopes with massive government intervention to create a wind/solar/battery bubble. The subtitle of the CLIMATEWire piece said much: "The blockbuster climate deal made history a decade ago. But its record at taming climate change is spotty."
(2025-12-26). Diego Rivera's Dec. 8 birthday anniversary. indybay.org Photo of Diego Rivera in his studio in Mexico…
(2025-12-26). Approximately 600 MW of wind power plant capacity to be achieved in a year. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The head of the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization of Iran (SATBA), referring to the organization's plans for developing wind power plants, said: SATBA has a serious and extensive program for developing wind energy, especially in the eastern region of the country, and it is hoped that by the month of Dey next year (starts on December 22, 2026), a capacity of approximately 500 to 600 megawatts of installed wind power plants can be achieved in the country."
(2025-12-26). On cam: Israeli soldier hits praying Palestinian with ATV in West Bank; this happens next… hindustantimes.com An IDF reservist allegedly rammed a Palestinian man with an all‚Äëterrain vehicle on December 25, in an incident that has renewed tensions in the occupied West Bank. The confrontation reportedly took place near the village of Deir Jarir, which lies north of Ramallah and has often been a flashpoint for settler violence. Footage published by Palestinian media outlets appeared to show the ATV being driven directly into a man who was kneeling on the ground, moments before being knocked over. The disturbing video showed the Palestinian man, who appeared to be praying at the time, falling face first to…
(2025-12-26). Friendship Medal awarded to Nguyen Thanh Nghi, promoter of Vietnam-Cuba ties. radiohc.cu The awarding of the Friendship Medal to Nguyen Thanh Nghi today was described as recognition of his invaluable contribution to strengthening the historic ties of friendship, brotherhood, and cooperation between Vietnam and Cuba. | Cuban Ambassador Rogelio Polanco emphasized the decisive efforts and initiatives undertaken by Nghi, as Minister of Construction and Co-Chair of the Intergovernmental Commission for Economic and Scientific-Technical Cooperation, to consolidate, expand, and diversify the links between the two countries. | During this period, he said, Thanh Nghi played a fundamental role in organizing and…
(2025-12-26). Instrumental Reason and Left Politics. indybay.org When market liberals claim that the market is the most complete way of obtaining information in order to make decisions, and when one now realizes – not only from a left-wing perspective – that more and more areas of life are subject to this marketization, this shows how capitalist reproduction works by excluding a comprehensive, non-instrumental reason.
(2025-12-26). Putin's Christmas revenge on Ukraine for Zelensky's 'death wish'? Russia attacks markets, homes. hindustantimes.com On Christmas Day, Russia struck a crowded market in Kherson and an apartment block in Chernihiv, killing two and wounding nine amid global appeals for peace. Germany's proposed Christmas truce was swiftly rejected by Moscow, as Putin's forces pummeled residential areas, energy sites and civilians even during Ukraine's holiest season.
(2025-12-26). Over 25L registered for (CBSE) CTET 2026. ummid.com Over 25 lakh candidates from across India have registered for the Central Teaching Eligibility Test 2026 (CTET 2026), the CBSE said.
(2025-12-26). India's 8-month exports to Iran stand at $1.3b. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- India exported non-oil products worth $1.327 billion to Iran during the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-Novemebr 21), the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) announced.
(2025-12-26). PIA privatisation drives PSX past 172k mark. tribune.com.pk 
The KSE-100 Index posted a solid +0.58% gain on a week-on-week basis, closing the period on a positive note amid strong investor sentiment. | The primary catalyst was the landmark privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), finalized at Rs135 billion (approximately US$480 million), marking one of the largest and most significant privatization deals in Pakistan's history. | The successful auction, won by the Arif Habib-led consortium for a 75% stake, signals a major step toward reducing the government's burden from loss-making state-owned enterprises and boosting private sector confidence. | Market…
(2025-12-26). Meteorologist Dr. Ryan Maue Warns "Germany Won't Make It" If Winter Turns Severe. wattsupwiththat.com Meteorologist Dr. Ryan Maue warns at X that if the winter of 1962-1963 happened again with today's Europeean energy system, then "Germany won't make it". The country has "exceptional energy shortfalls."
(2025-12-26). Zelensky to meet Trump in Florida to discuss '90% ready' Russia peace plan, Ukraine security. scmp.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Friday he will meet US President Donald Trump in Florida over the weekend. | Zelensky told journalists the two leaders will discuss security guarantees for Ukraine during Sunday's talks, and that the 20-point plan under discussion "is about 90 per cent ready". | An "economic agreement" also will be discussed, Zelensky said, but he was unable to confirm "whether anything will be finalised by the end".
(2025-12-26). US launches strike against Daesh militants in northwest Nigeria. geo.tv 
(2025-12-26). Holiday Offer: Become Member, Get 4 Bob Parry Books! consortiumnews.com Happy Holidays from Consortium News. Become a member of the first U.S. independent news site on the Web, founded by legendary investigative journalist Bob Parry 30 years ago in 1995. To show your support for Consortium News and help it…
(2025-12-26). The Limits Of European Strategic Autonomy OpEd. eurasiareview.com Europe is entering a moment of renewed strategic doubt. Conversations about security that once seemed theoretical have taken on a sharper edge as uncertainty grows about America's long-term role, the direction of the war in Ukraine, and the resilience of Europe's own defense capabilities. Leaders say that they recognize the need for greater self-reliance, yet their response remains uneven. The result is a widening gap between intention and action at a time when the international security environment is becoming more fragile. | The latest test came during the NATO foreign ministers' meeting in Brussels on Decem…
(2025-12-26). South Azadegan oil field's production capacity hits 160,000 bpd. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The managing director of Petropars Group announced an increase in the operational capacity of the South Azadegan joint oil field to 160,000 barrels per day (bpd) and stated: "With the launch of the second train of the central processing unit and the gradual return of wells to the production stream, the trend of stable production in this field has accelerated."
(2025-12-26). Belarusian defense minister describes situation in western direction as tense, complicated. eng.belta.by Viktor Khrenin said: "One can describe the situation as tense, inclined towards radicalization, and complicated. We see it in the actions that originate primarily from the leaders of the neighboring countries that are unwilling to understand that it is necessary to reduce military tensions."
(2025-12-26). Aus lead Eng after crazy day at MCG. tribune.com.pk 
An astounding 20 wickets fell on a frantic day one of the fourth Ashes Test on Friday with Australia all out for 152 before storming back to dismiss England for 110 and leave the clash on a knife-edge. | England skipper Ben Stokes won a key toss on a green track and his quicks feasted after sending in the hosts under overcast skies in front of 94,199 fans at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. | It was the biggest cricket crowd ever at the cavernous arena, exceeding the 93,013 who watched the 2015 World Cup final, and they witnessed the home side collapse with Josh Tongue grabbing 5-45. | But England fared even wors…
(2025-12-26). US attacks ISIL positions in Northwest Nigeria, Trump says. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — The US has carried out an air strike against ISIL fighters in northwest Nigeria, US ‚Å President Donald Trump said.
(2025-12-26). Explosion at Alawite mosque in Syria's Homs kills eight. tribune.com.pk 
Eight people were killed in an explosion at a mosque belonging to the Alawite minority sect in the Syrian city of Homs on Friday, Syrian state news agency SANA said. | SANA cited Syrian Health Ministry official Najib al-Naasan as saying 21 others were wounded and that the figures were preliminary, indicating they could rise. | Homs city's press office said an explosive device had detonated inside the Imam Ali bin Abi Talib mosque and that security forces had cordoned off the area. | Local official Issam Naameh told Reuters the blast took place during Friday noon prayers, typically the busiest time for mosques.
(2025-12-26). Persepolis edge Mes in 2025/26 PGPL. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Persepolis football team edged past relegation-threatened Mes 1-0 on Friday at the 2025/26 Iran's Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL).
(2025-12-26). Lionel Messi's Tour and India's Sporting Ecosystem. ummid.com Lionel Messi's India Tour has exposed glaring gaps in event management, administrative preparedness, priorities in sports development, and even political optics.
(2025-12-26). Language, Bias, and Violence: Why We Must Name Terrorism Fairly. ummid.com Defending Islam requires more than citing scripture. It demands consistent, visible rejection of violence from within Muslim communities, while the global community must judge acts of terror by what they are—not by who commits them.
(2025-12-26). K-P CM criticises police barricading his way to Lahore. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi was stopped at a Punjab Police barricade near Chakri on Friday while travelling to Lahore to attend the Punjab Assembly session, according to officials from his office. | Speaking at the site, Afridi criticised the barricades, saying that "sealing accommodation and meal areas is a clear sign of fear". He said Punjab officials were "not elected representatives of the people" and alleged that blocking the movement of public representatives was an attempt to suppress political activity. | "The public knows that fearful rulers make decisions behind closed doors," say…
(2025-12-26). Cuba to present present map for coral reef conservation. plenglish.com Havana, Dec. 26 (Prensa Latina) Biologists and specialists will present a roadmap for the conservation of Cuba's coral reefs throughout the country, based on a comprehensive and standardized assessment of the state of these ecosystems.
(2025-12-26). Suicide bombing hits Imam Ali Mosque in Syria. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — Local Syrian sources reported a suicide explosion on Friday afternoon inside a mosque in the central Syrian province of Homs.
(2025-12-26). Deft Diplomacy During Delhi Durbar 1911: The Chair Unoccupied Essay. eurasiareview.com Undoubtedly the Delhi Durbar in 1911 provided a spectacular start to the 20th century when King George V was crowned the Emperor of India. There were fortnight-long celebrations and military parades, marking the momentous imperial event at the Coronation Park, near Kingsway Camp, attended by a galaxy of Indian Princes paying their obeisance to the British Crown. Although the parade for the King's arrival was awe-inspiring, the Maharajas' procession alone was five miles long and included 6,000 men and 200 camels. It took all afternoon for half-a-million subjects to pass before the King and Queen on their specia…
(2025-12-26). Discovered: Exoplanet with two tails. ummid.com In a first, a team of researchers in Canada and Switzerland has discovered an exoplanet, which has not one, but two tails.
(2025-12-26). TOP IA STORY OF 2025: EXCLUSIVE! GC Mayor makes millions selling Bowls Club to Chinese developers. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-26). ANF seizes record 47kg of cocaine at Karachi Port. tribune.com.pk 
The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) on Friday seized 47 kilogrammes of cocaine from an imported container during a major operation at Karachi Port, terming it the largest cocaine bust in the force's history. | Cocaine, unlike hashish and heroin, is not produced locally and is imported for high-end clients in the posh localities. According to ANF officials, the successful and historic raid foiled an attempt to smuggle narcotics into Pakistan. | The seized consignment, valued at millions of dollars in the international market, was hidden skillfully inside a container of imported scrap. | Officials said the operation…
(2025-12-26). Trump's Plan to Reshape The World. ummid.com C5 (Core Five) and Pax Silica – US President Donald Trump is looking to present a new global alliance.
(2025-12-26). Turkish delegation in Syria; Erdoƒüan announces aircraft carrier; Large-scale anti-drug operation. uwidata.com Last week in Türkiye, the agenda was as busy as ever. The visit of the Turkish delegation, headed by Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, to Syria was at the top of the agenda. President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan announced the start of the domestic aircraft carrier construction process at a ceremony he attended at the Istanbul Shipyard …
(2025-12-26). Jakarta intends to foster sci-tech co-op with Tehran. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Highlighting Iran's extensive capabilities in science and technology, Rolliansyah Soemirat, the Indonesian ambassador to Tehran, has said the new Indonesian administration intends to develop scientific and technological ties with Iran.
(2025-12-26). Tasting, draniki cooking master class organized as part of Belarusian Cuisine Day in Astana. eng.belta.by Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Belarus to the Republic of Kazakhstan Aleksei Bogdanov addressed participants with a welcoming speech, emphasizing the significance of national cuisine as an important part of cultural heritage and an effective tool of grassroots diplomacy.
(2025-12-26). Mainoo is the future of Man United, says Amorim. tribune.com.pk 
Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo has yet to start a Premier League match this season and has been linked with a loan move in the January transfer window but manager Ruben Amorim says the England midfielder is the future of the club. | Mainoo has made 12 appearances this season, with one ‚Å League Cup start, and is set to miss United's game against Newcastle United later on Friday due to a calf injury. | Amorim said the 20-year-old will have to be patient but he will get his chance in the ‚Å side. | "Kobbie Mainoo will have…
(2025-12-26). Make Viral Reaction-Style Clips via Free AI Video Editor. ummid.com Reaction videos have gained massive popularity on social media such as Tik Tok and YouTube because of their ability to capture real-time reactions and feelings that viewers can associate with.
(2025-12-26). Greek coastguard rescues nearly 400 migrants off Crete. tribune.com.pk 
The Greek coastguard on Friday rescued nearly 400 would-be migrants from a fishing boat and another vessel off southern Crete, ANA news agency reported. | In one operation about 35 nautical miles from the small island of Gavdos, off Crete, a coastguard vessel, a Danish freighter and a helicopter took 365 people off a fishing boat, according to the agency. | Earlier about 30 people were moved onto a Frontex European frontier agency boat, about 25 nautical miles from Gavdos. They were taken to Crete. | Some 39 people on a rubber dinghy were rescued on Thursday just south of Crete. | The sea between Turkey and Gr…
(2025-12-26). Presidential Sports Club head wishes Happy New Year to kids in Soligorsk District. eng.belta.by The head of the Presidential Sports Club along with his wife Anna and their daughter Aleksandra wished the kids at a social and educational center in Soligorsk District a happy holiday.
(2025-12-26). The Magnet Weapon: Can India And Australia De-Risk EV Supply Chains Before The Next Shock? Analysis. eurasiareview.com In the geopolitics of the energy transition, leverage is increasingly exercised not through oil embargoes but through industrial choke points. One of the most consequential choke points is also one of the least visible: the rare-earth permanent magnet. High-performance sintered NdFeB magnets sit inside EV traction motors, wind turbines, precision robotics, industrial automation, and a widening set of defence applications. When magnets do not ship, production lines slow—regardless of how many minerals exist in the ground. | This is where the critical-minerals conversation often misdiagnoses the problem. R…
(2025-12-26). NASA's Webb Telescope Finds Bizarre Atmosphere On A Lemon-Shaped Exoplanet. eurasiareview.com Scientists using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope have observed an entirely new type of exoplanet whose atmospheric composition challenges our understanding of how this type of planet forms. | This bizarre, lemon-shaped body, possibly containing diamonds at its core, blurs the line between planets and stars. | Officially named PSR J2322-2650b, this object has an exotic helium-and-carbon-dominated atmosphere unlike any ever seen before. It has a mass about the same as Jupiter, but soot clouds float through the air—and deep within the planet, these carbon clouds can condense and form diamonds. It orbits a…
(2025-12-26). War on Christmas: Trump Announces Wave of Airstrikes Targeting ISIS Militants in Nigeria. theintercept.com 
President Donald Trump said the U.S. launched airstrikes in northwest Nigeria on Christmas night targeting ISIS militants and warning future attacks may follow. | "Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria, who have been targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians, at levels not seen for many years, and even Centuries!" Trump Africa Command conducted the strikes in nort…
(2025-12-26). CJI Surya Kant pitches for 'multi-door courthouse' for comprehensive dispute resolution. devdiscourse.com Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said on Friday that he envisions a transition towards a multi-door courthouse where the court is a comprehensive centre for dispute resolution and not merely a place for trial.
(2025-12-26). Kat Abughazaleh Thinks Campaign Funds Should Help Feed People. theintercept.com 
Nearly $7 billion couldn't keep President Donald Trump from returning to the White House and Republicans from controlling the House and Senate. | "It made me physically nauseous," said Democratic congressional candidate Kat Abughazaleh, reflecting on the
(2025-12-26). Punjab CM exempts Sikh riders from helmet law. tribune.com.pk 
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Thursday announced a legal exemption for members of the Sikh community from wearing helmets while riding motorcycles, citing respect for their religious obligation to wear turbans [locally known as dastars]. | The announcement, made during a Christmas celebration ceremony in Lahore, comes amid a province-wide traffic crackdown following recent amendments to the Motor Vehicles Ordinance that sharply increased fines and penalties, particularly affecting two-wheeler riders, who form the bulk of Punjab's road commuters. | ÿ±ŸÖ€åÿ&ye…
(2025-12-26). Zelenskiy to hold high-stakes talks on land, security with Trump on Sunday. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy at the White House in Washington, DC, US.— Reuters Ukraine seeks deals to prevent any further Russian aggression.Peace deal, security guarantees draft "almost" at 90%: Zelenskiy.Zelenskiy…
(2025-12-26). Monday 12/29: No Monarchs Monday: Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2025-12-26). Homs Mosque massacre exposes fatal flaws in Jolani's security apparatus. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — A devastating explosion, described as a terrorist attack, tore through the Imam Ali bin Abi Talib Mosque in Homs' Wadi al-Dahab neighborhood during Friday prayers on December 26, killing at least eight worshippers and injuring dozens more.
(2025-12-26). Belarusian Women's Union organizes celebration for 100 kids in National Library. eng.belta.by The event gathered children from social and pedagogical centers and family-type orphanages. "We have invited those who are in particular need of our care, attention, and love," said Marina Denisevich, head of the republican office of the Belarusian Women's Union.
(2025-12-26). Corrupt Corporate City Officials Privatizing GG Botanical Gardens For Disney Aesthetic. indybay.org The corrupt CEO of Golden Gate Park Stephanie Linder without public comment or debate has wrecked the Botanical gardens for a Disney style light show for people who can pay $28 to $48 a ticket. They have blighted the park for more privatization and their commercialization of Golden Gate Park shutting off more and more of the park for months for concerts that cost hundreds of dollars for tickets. | Billionaire SF Mayor Daniel Lurie has also given away Kezar stadium to his cronies and financial supporters as the park is sold off to the highest bidder.
(2025-12-26). Authentic Iranian clothing exhibition held at Cultural Heritage Ministry. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ An exhibition of authentic, royal, ethnic Iranian clothing and, for the first time, sustainable clothing produced from recycled materials was recently held in the vestibule of the Cultural Heritage Ministry recently.
(2025-12-26). Pakistan summons British envoy, issues demarche on 'provocative' PTI protest in Bradford. tribune.com.pk 
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday summoned the British Deputy Head of the Mission and lodged a formal protest regarding recent anti-government demonstrations in Bradford. The protests, held near the Pakistani consulate, involved provocative rhetoric and violent threats against Pakistani leadership. | According to sources, the political account of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf in the UK was used to mobilise protesters. During the demonstration, inflammatory language was used against Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir. Pakistan has taken serious note of these threats, demanding the UK prevent it…
(2025-12-26). US pursuing 'law of jungle' over diplomacy. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that the United States pursues "the law of jungle" over diplomacy, resorting to force and sanctions to advance its interests.
(2025-12-26). Israeli artillery strikes southern Syria near Quneitra. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — Syrian media sources report that Israeli forces carried out artillery strikes in southern Syria, targeting areas near Quneitra.
(2025-12-26). In 2025, Educators Didn't Just Endure Repression. They Built Resistance. truthout.org On a humid June afternoon, I arrived at Florida International University expecting to give what I thought would be a standard talk on my new book, Teach Truth, about the escalating assault on antiracist education. But when historian and freedom fighter Dr. Marvin Dunn took me to the campus, he made clear this would be no ordinary event. "This is Florida," he said. |
(2025-12-26). Tuesday 12/23: Webinar: What Trump's Foreign Policy Means for Latin America. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/latinamerica1223…
(2025-12-26). Greek coastguard rescues nearly 400 migrants off Greek island. tribune.com.pk The Greek coastguard on Friday rescued nearly 400 would-be migrants from a fishing boat and another vessel off southern Crete, ANA news agency reported. | In one operation about 35 nautical miles from the small island of Gavdos, off Crete, a coastguard vessel, a Danish freighter and a helicopter took 365 people off a fishing boat, according to the agency. | Read More: Four people offloaded at Islamabad Airport for attempting travel on fake visas | Earlier about 30 people were moved onto a Frontex European frontier agency boat, about 25 nautical miles from Gavdos. They were taken to Crete. | Some 39 people on a…
(2025-12-26). UN Experts Express Alarm Over UK Neglect of Pro-Palestine Hunger Strikers. truthout.org UN experts have expressed "grave concern" for the lives of imprisoned pro-Palestine activists on hunger strike in the U.K., reminding U.K. authorities of their responsibility to protect the health of the activists after reports of neglect. The experts emphasized that the state has a "heightened, not diminished" responsibility to take care of people when they are on hunger strike. |
(2025-12-26). For Me, a Jew, a Painful Truth: Israel Is a Perpetual Crime Against Humanity Masquerading as a Nation. dissidentvoice.org 
I hold joint US/German citizenship due to the historical fact that my maternal family was stripped of their German citizenship by The Reich Citizenship act attendant to Nazi imposed Nuremberg Laws enacted in 1935. Subsequently, as the Third Reich consolidated power, by means of legalized state criminality, my family's business interests and personal property were …
(2025-12-26). Saudi Arabia Rejects Israel's Recognition Of Somaliland. eurasiareview.com Saudi Arabia on Friday expressed full support for the sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity of Somalia, and expressed its rejection of the declaration of mutual recognition between Israel and Somaliland. | Israel on Friday formally recognized Somaliland as an "independent and sovereign state" and signed an agreement to establish diplomatic ties, as the region's leader hailed its first-ever official recognition. | The Kingdom affirmed its rejection of any attempts to impose parallel entities that conflict with the unity of Somalia, the Saudi Press Agency reported. | It also affirmed its support for the…
(2025-12-26). Rare earth elements: Türkiye's strategy to rise. uwidata.com By Serdar Ali àáavu≈üoƒülu Introduction: The geostrategic weight of the "new oil" and the birth of the "rare earths era" Human history has evolved according to the raw materials that define the pinnacle of technological advancement: the Stone Age, the Copper and Bronze Age, the Iron Age, the Steel and Coal Age, the Silicon Age… …
(2025-12-26). La partita a scacchi delle terre rare del Brasile. strategic-culture.su Perché il Brasile non inizia a raffinare e utilizzare i propri metalli delle terre rare, considerando il loro carattere strategico? | Segue nostro Nessuno oserebbe affermare che la natura sia equa, e cià≤ diventa piuttosto evidente quando si valuta la distribuzione delle risorse naturali sulla superficie del pianeta e la si confronta con i confini nazionali. Alcune risorse sono distribuite in modo più o meno uniforme tra le nazioni, m…
(2025-12-26). Cacocum: la reconstrucción tras el huracán Melissa y el valor de salvar cada vida. radiohc.cu El municipio holguinero de Cacocum renace tras el paso devastador del huracán Melissa, que a finales de octubre impactó como categoría tres dejando inundaciones históricas pero sin costar una sola vida humana, gracias a una eficiente organización de defensa civil y la solidaridad comunitaria. Con más de 18,000 personas evacuadas a tiempo en centros como el preuniversitario Mártires de Holguín y el círculo infantil Sueños de Camilo, la población demostró su capacidad de respuesta ante un ciclón que desbordó ríos y rompió diques en zonas nunca antes afectadas. | Las operaciones de rescate, coordinadas con las FAR,…
(2025-12-26). Cienfuegos Aniversario 67 del Triunfo de la Revolución. radiohc.cu 
Con el invicto líder de la Revolución Cubana, Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz en el corazón, esta generación de cienfuegueros celebró el Aniversario 67 del Triunfo de la Revolución en el acto provincial efectuado en la Plaza, frente al malecón de la Perla del sur. | El Primer Secretario del Comité Provincial del Partido, Armando Carranza Valladares destacó ejemplos del trabajo de los sectores y de la inmensa mayoría de los cubanos decididos a luchar por la Patria. | "Conocemos el camino bajo la conducción del Partido Comunista, dijo, que ha aprobado las prioridades: El fortalecimiento de la Unidad Nacional, P…
(2025-12-26). Meeting with solidarity brigade members at Casa de las Américas. radiohc.cu An exchange with Abel Prieto Jiménez, president of Casa de las Américas, allowed members of the brigade "65th Anniversary of the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP)" to delve deeper into the cultural policy of the Cuban Revolution. | In the meeting, held this Wednesday, Prieto Jiménez emphasized that Fidel Castro Ruz (1926-2016), in his 1961 speech known as "Words to the Intellectuals," established an anti-dogmatic guideline, paving the way for his conceptions of art and culture, not for elites, but for the people. | He added that the Commander-in-Chief had already analyzed the issue of mind man…
(2025-12-26). Cachorros en plena pelea por el cupo directo a la Liga Élite. cubadebate.cu Los Cachorros holguineros derrotaron este jueves 5-1 a los Tigres de Ciego de àÅvila, llegaron a 46 victorias en la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol y continuaron su pugna por el segundo lugar de la fase clasificatoria.
(2025-12-26). Cuba adopta decisión gubernamental para la conservación de sus arrecifes coralinos. cubadebate.cu El Gobierno de Cuba ha adoptado recientemente una decisión trascendental para la conservación de los arrecifes coralinos del archipiélago, un ecosistema esencial por los bienes y servicios que provee.
(2025-12-26). Podcast Las 3 del día:Resumen informativo de Cubadebate en las últimas horas. cubadebate.cu Bienvenidos a un nuevo episodio del Podcast Las 3 del día.
| Soy Iliana Ortega Chávez y hoy les traigo las noticias más relevantes publicadas en el sitio web Cubadebate.
(2025-12-26). Resumen 2025: Programa Nacional para el Adelanto de las Mujeres. radiohc.cu 
Aprobado mediante el Decreto Presidencial 198 en 2021, el Programa Nacional para el Adelanto de las Mujeres (PAM) tiene como objetivo esencial fomentar la igualdad de derechos y oportunidades para las mujeres en Cuba. Este programa se enmarca dentro de un contexto institucional que busca no solo reconocer, sino también abordar las desigualdades de género que persisten en la sociedad cubana. | Desde su implementación, la Federación de Mujeres Cubanas ha actuado como el Mecanismo para el Adelanto de la Mujer en el país, un rol que fue reafirmado por el PAM. Este avance institucional refleja una madurez política que…
(2025-12-26). Alcune riflessioni sulla Dottrina Monroe e il principio di non-intervento. strategic-culture.su L'attualità del principio di non intervento appare caratterizzata da una profonda ambivalenza. | Segue nostro L'origine concettuale | Per quanto riguarda l'origine concettuale della regola di non-intervento nel diritto internazionale, la dottrina individua spesso il suo fondamento nell'opera del filosofo svizzero del XVIII secolo Emer de Vattel. Nel Diritto delle genti, Vattel affermava che qualora una nazione si intromettesse negli affa…
(2025-12-26). No One Needs a Tesla (song). indybay.org 45 sec video for holiday season | Palo Alto, CA Tesla Showroom El Camino Real Dec 20, 2025…
(2025-12-26). US bombs target ISIL in Nigeria: What's really going on? aljazeera.com Trump says strikes are related to 'Christian genocide' but attacks on Christian farmers happened in different area.
(2025-12-26). Trump could unveil Gaza 'peace council', 'government' soon: Israeli media. aljazeera.com US wants to move to phase 2 of ceasefire in January, is frustrated by Israeli 'delays', reports Israel's Channel 12.
(2025-12-26). The three elections observers are concerned about. aljazeera.com Three countries go to the polls on December 28, and observers say there is a chance for protest, even violence.
(2025-12-26). What's next for the global economy in 2026? aljazeera.com 2025 was the year of tariffs and a global shift in economic power.
(2025-12-26). Salah seals Egypt qualification with win against South Africa at AFCON 2025. aljazeera.com Egypt reach the knockout stages with a 1-0 win against South Africa while Angola and Zimbabwe draw.
(2025-12-26). Two people dead in stabbing, car-ramming attack in Israel. aljazeera.com Attack comes a day after Israeli army reservist in civilian clothes rammed into Palestinian man praying on roadside.
(2025-12-26). RSF says Sudan's army launches air strikes on paramilitary stronghold Nyala. aljazeera.com Drone attacks hit fuel market in city that serves as headquarters for RSF's alternative government.
(2025-12-26). Stabbing, chemical spray attack injures 15 at Japanese factory. aljazeera.com Suspect is in police custody; no information about potential motive.
(2025-12-26). Israel attacks press as 'silencing' policy: Palestinian journalists union. aljazeera.com Syndicate report says Israeli forces have systematically targeted journalists to undermine Palestinian narrative.
(2025-12-26). Egypt vs South Africa 1-0: AFCON 2025 — as it happened. aljazeera.com All our updates from our full text commentary stream of the CAF 2025 Africa Cup of Nations group-stage match.
(2025-12-26). Guinea elections: Who's running and what's at stake? aljazeera.com Military ruler Mamady Doumbouya is set to legitimise his rule after barring key opposition challengers.
(2025-12-26). Netanyahu pushes for Iran conflict, clashing with Trump's priorities. aljazeera.com US president's base opposes intervention in Iran while pro-Israel donors and hawks push for heightened US involvement.
(2025-12-26). Israel becomes first country to recognise Somaliland. aljazeera.com Breakaway region of Somalia achieves diplomatic breakthrough after more than 30 years without international recognition.
(2025-12-26). Why is the sale of Pakistan's national airline stirring a political storm? aljazeera.com PIA has been sold for $482m to a consortium led by finance mogul Arif Habib. But the military gets a piece, too.
(2025-12-27). Foreign trade registrations in Hainan surge 230% in launch week. ecns.cn Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) saw 1,972 newly registered foreign trade enterprises during the first week of island-wide special customs operations – from December 18 to 24, marking a year-on-year increase of 2.3 times, according to Haikou Customs on Thursday.
(2025-12-27). Stronger RMB points to resilience. ecns.cn The recent strengthening of the renminbi against the US dollar reflects the resilience of China's economic fundamentals and the improving stability of its financial system, while a weaker dollar has also provided external support for the renminbi's gains, economists said.
(2025-12-27). Murals of the Ming Dynasty enter the digital age. ecns.cn The Guanyin Temple in Xinjin district, Chengdu, Sichuan province, is known for its ancient architecture and exquisite Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) murals.[Photo provided to China Daily]…
(2025-12-27). China urges Japan to reflect on history of aggression. ecns.cn China urges Japan to face up to and do soul-searching on its history of aggression, and show repentance for militaristic crimes and respect for the victims through concrete actions, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Friday.
(2025-12-27). Hidden toll on urban wildlife revealed. ecns.cn The Forum on Road Safety and Wildlife Conservation was held at Nanjing University's Xianlin campus on Dec 14, and was the culmination of research led by Professor Li Zhongqiu at the university's School of Life Sciences.Utilizing mathematical models, Li and his team estimated that annually about 115,000 wild and stray mammals and 456,000 birds are killed on roads in Nanjing.
(2025-12-27). The iconic qipao celebrates its distinct fashion culture. ecns.cn Two of the qipao (cheongsam) exhibits featured in Glamour and Modernity Beyond Shanghai.[Photo provided by Gao Erqiang/China Daily] A cream-colored Austin 10 Saloon car stands at the entrance, greeting visitors with the glamour of 1930s Shanghai.
(2025-12-27). Plan's focus on tech reliance to aid Africa. ecns.cn Chinese agronomist Hu Yuefang explains the growth of rice to local farmers at the China Hybrid Rice High-Yield Demonstration Base near Antananarivo, Madagascar, March 25, 2025.
(2025-12-27). China ascends global higher education ranking. ecns.cn A newly released global study quality index reveals that while the United States continues to lead globally in higher education, China is rapidly narrowing the gap, especially beyond the top tier of elite institutions.
(2025-12-27). China sets world record in maglev technology by reaching 700 km/h in 2 seconds. ecns.cn "By promoting deeper integration between industry, academia, research and application, we aim to support independent innovation in national defense science and technology.""ÄÄ"ÄÄThe vehicle reaches the end of the test track.
(2025-12-27). China firmly opposes U.S. additional tariff on semiconductors from China. ecns.cn The measure will come into force with an initial tariff rate of zero percent and increase within 18 months to a level to be announced no fewer than 30 days before June 23, 2027."ÄÄ"ÄÄChina has noted the relevant situation and lodged stern representations with the U.S. side through the China-U.S.
(2025-12-27). Joint international operations seize 952 suspects, demolish 494 scam-related buildings in Myanmar. ecns.cn China, Myanmar and Thailand have jointly launched a new round of crackdown on cross-border gambling and telecom fraud, repatriating 952 Chinese nationals suspected of telecom fraud back to China and demolishing 494 buildings linked to gambling and scam crimes in Myanmar's KK Park, authorities said.
(2025-12-27). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Dec. 21- Dec.27). ecns.cn
(2025-12-26). Resist NSW Premier Minn's attack on the right to protest. greenleft.org.au Resist NSW Premier Minn's attack on the right to protest | Fred Fuentes |
(2025-12-26). From Iran to Gaza, Netanyahu fans fears of war to shift focus away from Qatargate. haaretz.com Even though continuing military friction underscores Netanyahu's empty promises of total victory on several fronts, it still serves his political purposes – but any operation decision awaits the prime minister's return from his meeting with Trump in Miami…
(2025-12-26). Katz: Israel will build settlements in Gaza and 'never leave'. newarab.com 
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz on Thursday vowed that Israeli forces would "never leave" Gaza, adding that they would establish a military buffer zone around the enclave and build The minister's latest statement, reported by Haaretz, comes a day after an apparent retraction of similar comments made on Tuesday, which unsettled Israel's allies in the US. | Speaking at an educational conference in Israel, Katz rejected reports that he had retracted the pledge on settlements, sayi…
(2025-12-26). Israel becomes first country to recognize self-proclaimed Republic of Somaliland. haaretz.com Earlier this year, reports said the U.S. and Israel held talks with Somaliland officials about possibly using its territory to resettle Palestinians. Somalia, which considers the breakaway region part of its sovereign territory, denounced Israel's move as a 'deliberate attack on its sovereignty'…
(2025-12-26). Israel recognizes the Republic of Somaliland, Netanyahu says in call with East African leader. haaretz.com Israel is the first country to recognize the Horn of Africa entity, which broke away from Somalia more than 30 years ago. Earlier this year, it was reported that the U.S. and Israel held talks with officials from Somaliland about the possible use of its territory for resettling Palestinians…
(2025-12-26). As Qatargate co-conspirators quarrel, Netanyahu keeps his cool – and his distance. haaretz.com While the three suspects at the center of the criminal investigations continue to clash, the prime minister has not even been interrogated as a suspect in either of the two linked affairs ‚ñ Meanwhile, IDF officers have realized that the road to promotion goes through Defense Minister Israel Katz — and are acting accordingly…
(2025-12-26). European road safety body suspends Israel as traffic deaths hit 20-year high. haaretz.com The European organization expelled Israel from its ranks because, according to a December letter, 'actions by the current Israeli government are not deemed compatible with the principled commitment to protect human life'…
(2025-12-26). Israel for Melbourne, I just want peace — no more. haaretz.com This week at Ben-Gurion Airport: One family leaving Israel in search of a quiet life in Australia, and another that had fled Russia for Israel in search of safety and freedom…
(2025-12-26). judges are losing patience with a corruption trial they are helping drag out. haaretz.com Netanyahu's cross-examination in his criminal trials has been plagued by unprecedented disruptions. Of nearly 60 scheduled hearings, only 15 went ahead without being canceled or cut short. While Netanyahu has at times offered dubious excuses, his judges also bear part of the responsibility…
(2025-12-26). UN General Assembly: States must ensure that the protections afforded under IHL remain effective against the risks of ICT activities during armed conflict. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the High-level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on the overall review of the implementation of the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS+20)…
(2025-12-26). Safarilink's Kisumu—Entebbe link redraws regional travel map. independent.co.ug 
Entebbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Safarilink's decision to link Nairobi, Kisumu and Entebbe is beginning to reshape how travellers move across the Lake Victoria region, a corridor that for years lacked direct air connectivity despite its economic and cultural ties. Two weeks ago, the airline rolled out the enhanced service with daily morning …
(2025-12-26). Uganda's tax trap: Why illicit flows threaten the next era of growth. independent.co.ug 
Recent estimates by the Southern and Eastern Africa Trade Information and Negotiations Institute (SEATINI) suggest Africa has lost about $88.6 trillion through illicit financial flows COMMENT | JULIUS BUSINGE | As Uganda prepares for its 2026 elections, the country faces a challenge that extends beyond ballots and campaign slogans: its ability to finance development in …
(2025-12-26). The Christmas gift that Hoima City stadium is. independent.co.ug 
Museveni opens Hoima City Stadium, calls for proper disposal of wastage Hoima, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Museveni has officially opened Hoima City Stadium, describing it as a major national asset and calling on residents to embrace responsible waste disposal to protect the environment. The stadium, located in Hoima City, is expected to …
(2025-12-26). Niger bans visas for U.S. citizens in retaliation. independent.co.ug 
NIAMEY | Xinhua | Niger has begun implementing retaliatory measures against the United States this week, imposing a comprehensive ban on issuing visas to U.S. citizens, the Niger News Agency (ANP) reported on Thursday. The move follows a decision by the United States to place Niger on a list of countries whose citizens are no …
(2025-12-26). Government mandate stabilizes Uganda's sugarcane sector with price floor. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a decisive move to stabilize a key agricultural industry, the Ugandan government has brokered a binding agreement setting a minimum price of Shs125,000 per ton of sugarcane for the Busoga region. The intervention, finalized in a high-stakes Kampala meeting on Dec. 19, directly addresses market failures that saw …
(2025-12-26). Pope at Christmas: Peace is a shared responsibility. independent.co.ug 
In his Christmas Urbi et Orbi address, Pope Leo XIV renews his plea for peace, reminding the world that it is both God's gift and humanity's shared responsibility. VATICAN | VATICAN NEWS | As war continues to scar the world, Pope Leo XIV used his Christmas Urbi et Orbi message to renew his appeal for peace, dialogue, and responsibility, …
(2025-12-26). US Carries Out Strike Against ISIS Militants in Nigeria. moderndiplomacy.eu The United States conducted a strike against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria at the request of the Nigerian government. President Donald Trump announced this action, highlighting that the group had been targeting and killing mostly Christians in the area. The U. S. military's Africa Command confirmed that the strike in Sokoto state killed several …
(2025-12-26). North Korea's Strategic Bet: Why Pyongyang Chose to Side With Russia in the Ukraine Conflict. moderndiplomacy.eu The active military support of North Korea for Russia in the Ukrainian War has been a major shift in the foreign policy strategy of Pyongyang. It has long been recognized for its reluctance in participating in any international conflict through more than mere rhetorical support. North Korea has now leveraged beyond its fanfare support for …
(2025-12-26). From Guns to Ballots: Myanmar Junta's Electoral Gamble Faces Steep Resistance. moderndiplomacy.eu Myanmar's military leadership is attempting a strategic pivot from battlefield dominance to electoral control, but the odds of success remain slim amid ongoing civil war, political exclusion, and international scepticism. Ballots as a Tool of Control From inside a fortified military base, junta chief Min Aung Hlaing openly signalled his preferred electoral outcome, urging voters …
(2025-12-26). China Sanctions US Defense Firms Over Taiwan Arms Sales. moderndiplomacy.eu China's foreign ministry announced sanctions on 10 individuals and 20 U. S. defense firms, including Boeing's St. Louis branch, due to arms sales to Taiwan. The sanctions freeze their assets in China and prevent domestic organizations from doing business with them. The targeted individuals, including the founder of Anduril Industries and nine executives, are also …
(2025-12-26). The Case for a UN Secretary-General Who Champions Mediation. moderndiplomacy.eu UN member states in New York kicked off the process for nominations for candidates for the new Secretary-General on 25 November. A defining news story for international relations throughout 2026 now unfolds, foretelling who will be the individual (will it finally be the first woman) to take a five-year term (2027-2031) at the helm of …
(2025-12-26). Why Myanmar's Military Is Pushing Ahead With Elections Amid War. moderndiplomacy.eu Myanmar's ruling junta is proceeding with a general election despite an ongoing civil war, widespread displacement, and the exclusion of major political actors raising questions about the true purpose of the vote. From Coup to Controlled Polls Myanmar's military seized power in February 2021, overthrowing the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi just months …
(2025-12-26). How the EU's Identity Struggle Affects the South Caucasus. moderndiplomacy.eu Debates about the European Union's (EU) role in global politics and its status as an international actor are as frequent as ever before. This is partially a consequence of the EU's self-proclaimed goal of becoming its own centre of power in international relations. For much of the current century, the EU has attempted to formulate …
(2025-12-26). Zelenskiy Signals Pre—New Year Breakthrough in U.S.-Led Ukraine Peace Talks. moderndiplomacy.eu Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has said that key decisions on ending the war with Russia could be made before the New Year, as Kyiv prepares for a high-level meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. The comments follow renewed diplomatic engagement between Ukrainian and U.S. negotiators, including talks with Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and senior …
(2025-12-26). Despite two years of Israel genocide, Christmas returns to Gaza. newarab.com 
In a small, This year's return to communal prayer was subdued. No Christmas trees lined the streets,…
(2025-12-26). Lebanon's cabinet approves draft law on financial crisis losses. newarab.com 
(2025-12-26). US launches Christmas Day strikes on IS targets in Nigeria. newarab.com 
The Nigerian foreign ministry early on Friday confirmed the air strikes, describing them as "precision hits on terrorist targets" in the country. | The Department of Defense's US Africa Command sai…
(2025-12-26). Saudi Arabia strikes STC in Hadhramaut, Yemen separatists say. newarab.com 
(2025-12-26). Turkey orders 29 more detained in widening betting probe. newarab.com 
Prosecutors ordered the detention of 29 more people Citing a statement from the prosecutor's office NTV said 24 of the 29 suspects were detained, including former Timur and Galatasaray were not immediate…
(2025-12-26). Salah helps Egypt beat South Africa to book last-16 place. newarab.com 
The Liverpool star converted a penalty on 45 minutes, and South Africa were denied a spot-kick late in the second half when Yasser Ibrahim appeared to handle the ball inside the box. | Salah came to Morocco after not starting in five Liverpool matche…
(2025-12-26). Ex-Malaysia PM Najib sentenced to 15 more years in jail. newarab.com 
A Malaysian judge sentenced former prime minister He is already serving a…
(2025-12-26). Israel announces recognition of Somaliland as 'sovereign state'. newarab.com 
Israel on Friday formally recognised "The prime minister announced today the official recognition of the Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state," his office said, making Israel the first country to officially re…
(2025-12-26). Archbishop of York says he was 'intimidated' by Israel 'militia'. newarab.com 
The Archbishop of York said he was "intimidated" by Israeli militias during a visit to the Occupied West Bank earlier this year, in a Christmas Day sermon that highlighted the stark reality of the Israeli occupation. | The Most Rev Stephen Cottrell, who is the second most senior clergyman in the Church of England, gave the sermon at the York Minster on Thursday. | "We were stopped at various checkpoints and intimidated by Israeli militias who told us that we couldn't visit Palestinian families in the occupied West Bank," Cottrell said. | "We have become — and really, I can think of no other way of putting i…
(2025-12-26). 'Jesus is Palestinian' ad in NYC draws anger of pro-Israelis. newarab.com 
A billboard in New York's Times Square shared a Christmas message declaring that " The ad, along with another which displayed a Quranic verse, was funded by the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC), who described the campaign as an "act of resilience". | "Our two NY billboards are an act of cultural resilience: 1. 'Jesus is Palestinian. Merry Christmas.' 2. The Quranic verse (3: 45) announcing the blessed…
(2025-12-26). Israel strikes Khan Younis, kills Palestinians near Yellow Line. newarab.com 
Israeli forces on Friday carried out several air strikes on areas At least four air strikes were carried out, amid heavy gunfire from Israeli warplanes and military vehicles. | In
(2025-12-26). Nicholas Mulder: Interludes of Abundance. newleftreview.org Nicholas Mulder on Arnaud Orain, Le monde confisqué. Reading of the current neo-mercantilist lurch as a return to the norm of long-run capitalist history.
(2025-12-26). Gabriele Pedullà : Timpanaro's Materials. newleftreview.org Gabriele Pedullà on Tom Geue, Major Corrections. Intellectual biography of Sebastiano Timpanaro, who brought the tools of philology to bear in a keen-sighted historical materialism.
(2025-12-26). Nan Z. Da: Literary Criticism in the Age of AI. newleftreview.org Critical analyses of AI usually adopt a stance of defensive humanism. Instead, Nan Da interrogates its mode of reasoning. How do LLMs make the step from data to inference—and what does it mean when they can no longer differentiate the two? Lessons from Emily Dickinson on linguistic interpretation's necessary freedoms—and responsibilities.
(2025-12-26). Martín Mosquera: The Meaning of Milei. newleftreview.org With Latin America in Trump's cross-hairs, a report from Buenos Aires on the social stalemate that allowed far-right firebrand Javier Milei to impose the harshest shock therapy in Argentina's history. Mosquera mobilizes the conceptual legacies of Gramsci, Trotsky, Otto Bauer and Angelo Tasca to identify the function of the region's highly successful new rights.
(2025-12-26). Dylan Riley & Robert Brenner: The Long Downturn and Its Political Results. newleftreview.org Responding to the wide-ranging debate sparked by their 'Seven Theses on American Politics' (NLR 138), Riley and Brenner expand the temporal frame of their analysis of capitalist stagnation as an endogenous feature, incurable by bubbles and bailouts—and rethink the nature of the 'political capitalism' that results.
(2025-12-26). The 8 best foreign policy books of 2025. responsiblestatecraft.org I spent the last few weeks asking experts about the foreign policy books that stood out in 2025. My goal was to create a wide-ranging list, featuring volumes that shed light on the most important issues facing American policymakers today, from military spending to the war in Gaza and the competition with China. Here are the eight books that made the cut.The Fort Bragg Cartel:
(2025-12-26). What use is a mine ban treaty if signers at war change their minds? responsiblestatecraft.org Earlier this month in Geneva, delegates to the Antipersonnel Mine Ban Treaty's 22nd Meeting of States Parties confronted the most severe crisis in the convention's nearly three-decade history. That crisis was driven by an unprecedented convergence of coordinated withdrawals by five European states and Ukraine's attempt to "suspend" its treaty obligations amid an ongoing armed conflict.What unfolded was not only a test of the resilience of one of the world's most successful humanitarian disarmament treaties, but also a critical moment for the broader system of international norms designed to protect civilians…
(2025-12-26). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…