(2025-12-29). Winter rain floods Gaza camps as Netanyahu heads for US meeting. newarab.com 
Winter rain lashed the
(2025-12-29). Gaza's Project Sunrise: Cat out of the bag. ummid.com Gaza's Project Sunrise right from the beginning was to get Gaza free of Palestinians, so that it could be redeveloped as a riviera or a Singapore in the desert, leading on AI and modern tech…
aljazeera.com (2025-12-29). Any Israeli presence in Somaliland will be a 'target': Houthi leader
The leader of Yemen's Houthi rebels has warned any Israeli presence in Somaliland would be considered a "military target", in the latest condemnation of Israel's move to recognise the breakaway region.
(2025-12-29). An Arctic Intifada: Is Greenland The New Kashmir? ummid.com If we allow Greenland to be treated as a 'security necessity,' we validate the same logic that has kept Kashmir and Palestine in a state of suspended animation for decades.
(2025-12-29). Houthi leader: Israeli presence in Somaliland will be a 'target'. newarab.com 
(2025-12-29). 'Heroic': Makkah Haram Security Guard hailed for saving pilgrim's life. ummid.com Grand Mosque Security Guard, Rayan bin Saeed bin Yahya Al-Ahmad, is receiving unprecedented praise for his heroic to save a pilgrim who jumped from the first floor of the Makkah Haram in an attempt to end his life.
(2025-12-29). Petrochemicals: Heart of Iran's economic resilience. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) — Iran marks its National Petrochemical Industry Day, celebrating a sector pivotal to economic resilience, value-added production, and reducing reliance on crude oil exports.
(2025-12-29). Zelensky meets Trump in Palm Beach ahead of high‚Äëstakes Miami peace talks. hindustantimes.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived at Donald Trump's Florida residence in Palm Beach for direct talks, ahead of the formal Ukraine peace discussions set to take place in Miami. Both leaders are using the Palm Beach meeting to lay the groundwork for the upcoming negotiations and to test each other's red lines on a possible settlement with Russia. Watch for more…
(2025-12-29). Explained: How to change gmail.com email address. ummid.com In a much desired feature, Google has now decided to allow @gmail.com email address users to change with a new user name without losing data and also brand value.
(2025-12-29). CTET 2026 Registration Date Extended Till Dec 30. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has extended the last date of registration and candidate application for the Central Teaching Eligibility Test 2026 (CTET 2026) till December 30, 2025.
(2025-12-29). Iran ready to respond forcefully to any hostile act. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) — Iran's General Staff of the Armed Forces said it will not allow any harm to be inflicted on the country or its people, warning that any renewed hostile act would be met with a stronger response.
(2025-12-29). CAT 2025 Result Out: List of 10 Toppers. ummid.com The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) Kozhikode has released the result of CAT 2025 (Common Admission Test 2025) along with the Toppers List on its website iimcat.ac.in.
(2025-12-29). China, Malaysia link skills via training. ecns.cn China and Malaysia have launched a vocational education alliance aimed at linking skills training more closely with industrial development, as the two countries deepen cooperation on major infrastructure and manufacturing projects.
(2025-12-29). Zelenskyy Trump Meet World Report NewsX World. gilbertdoctorow.com In this hourly news bulletin on the Indian broadcaster NewsX World yesterday evening, I appear as from minute 4 and set out my latest projection of how the Ukraine war will end in a frozen conflict after Russia has taken control of all the strategic and ethnically Russian parts of the country that it wishes …
(2025-12-29). The Democrats' greatest challenge ever. onlineopinion.com.au This is not a culture war election but a survival one: bread-and-butter politics versus unchecked executive power.
(2025-12-29). Somaliland not recognized by any country: FM Spox. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) — Iran's Foreign Ministry dismissed Israel's recognition of Somaliland as "meaningless," warning it serves to destabilize the Horn of Africa and undermine regional unity.
(2025-12-29). IIM JAP 2026: Direct Link, Steps to Apply. ummid.com IIM (Indian Institute of Management) Raipur has started online registration for candidates who have passed CAT 2025 and now seeking admission in two-year full time MBA program through Joint Admission Process or JAP 2026.
(2025-12-29). Starmer under fire over Egyptian activist's anti-Israel posts. newarab.com 
But after old social posts emerged of him calling for violence against "Zionists" and the police, the oppos…
(2025-12-29). Iran holds conference on Gen. Soleimani thoughts, efforts. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) — Tehran on Monday hosted an international conference named "Diplomacy and Resistance in the School of Lieutenant General Soleimani."
(2025-12-29). China will deliver humanitarian aid to Cambodia for displaced people along border: Chinese FM. ecns.cn China is willing to provide humanitarian supplies to Cambodia for the settlement of displaced people in border areas, said Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Yuxi City, southwest China's Yunnan Province on Sunday.
(2025-12-29). Yemen warns of military action against Israelis in Somaliland. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) — The leader of Yemen's Ansarullah resistance movement has said that any Israeli presence in Somaliland will be considered a military target, as it constitutes aggression against Somalia and Yemen.
(2025-12-29). UAE taken measures to reduce tensions in Yemen, FM says. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) — UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan said in a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart that his country has taken measures to reduce tensions in Yemen.
(2025-12-29). Meet Aditya Menon: The Quint Journo who declared he is a Muslim. ummid.com Aditya Menon, The Quint Journalist, recently sparked a storm by declaring that he had converted to Islam when he was still a teenager, and is a practicing Muslim since the age of 20.
(2025-12-29). Israel's top court backs David Zini as Shin Bet chief amid Netanyahu turmoil. hindustantimes.com Israel's High Court of Justice has upheld the controversial appointment of David Zini as the new head of the Shin Bet in a closely divided 2—1 ruling, rejecting petitions that challenged his qualifications, conduct, and potential conflicts of interest. The decision comes amid intense political turmoil surrounding Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, including ongoing investigations into his aides, the fallout from the October 7 Hamas attack, and accusations that the dismissal of former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar was politically motivated. Watch the full video to learn more.
(2025-12-29). Trump describes talks with Putin, Zelensky excellent. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) — US President Donald Trump described his meeting with Ukraine's Vladimir Zelensky in Florida and a phone call earlier on Sunday with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, as excellent.
(2025-12-29). CUET 2026: NTA Releases Registration Guideline, Syllabus. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the guidelines for registration, syllabus and online application process for the candidates planning to appear in the Common University Entrance Test or CUET 2026 (UG).
(2025-12-29). Russian forces drop video bomb just before Zelensky's Mar-a-Lago push from battle-scarred Dimitrov. hindustantimes.com Russia claims it has captured the town of Dimitrov in Ukraine's Donetsk region, releasing dramatic battlefield footage showing Russian troops raising flags amid heavy fighting. The advance comes as Moscow signals fresh territorial gains, with Russian commander briefing President Vladimir Putin on developments along the frontline. The move is being framed as Moscow's strategic message as U.S. political dynamics shift and discussions around Ukraine continue in Washington. Footage released by Russia's defence ministry shows intense combat and symbolic moments following the reported takeover. Ukrainian forces have no…
(2025-12-29). Own goal hands Sudan win over Guinea at AFCON. newarab.com 
Mohamed Eisa's free kick in the 74th minute was cleared by Equatorial Guinea's Luis Asue but struck teammate Saul Coco and ricocheted back past the despairing dive of goalkeeper Jesus Owono. | Sudan joined Algeria and Burkina Faso, playing later on Sunday in Rabat, on three points in…
(2025-12-29). Why Maha schools with 'CBSE', 'Global' names are under scrutiny. ummid.com The schools and educational institutions in Maharashtra using 'CBSE', 'Global' and 'International' in their names have come under scrutiny following the release of a notification.
(2025-12-29). NEET UG 2026 [Updated] Syllabus Released. ummid.com The National Medical Commission (NMC) has released on its official website the updated syllabus of NEET UG 2026 which is conducted for admission in MBBS, BDS, BUMS and other Undergraduate (UG) Medical and Paramedical courses.
(2025-12-29). Russia-Ukraine deal closer than ever: Trump after meeting Volodymyr Zelenskyy. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: After nearly three hours of private talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, US President Donald Trump said Ukraine's security guarantees are "almost 95 per cent" finalised, but acknowledged that major disagreements remain over territorial issues, especially land in eastern Ukraine. | Speaking to reporters after the meeting at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida, Trump described the discussions as very positive. "We covered many points. I think we're getting much closer, possibly very close," he said, adding that there was no fixed timeline for concluding the process. While no formal ag…
(2025-12-29). Space achievements reflect defiance of sanctions. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) — Iran's First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref said the country's space technologies clearly demonstrate national progress despite the unjust sanctions.
(2025-12-29). China adopts revised Foreign Trade Law. ecns.cn Chinese lawmakers on Saturday voted to adopt a revision to the Foreign Trade Law.
(2025-12-29). Iran, Saudi Arabia exchange views on regional developments. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) — The foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia held a telephone conversation, exchanging views on bilateral relations as well as regional and international developments.
(2025-12-29). PLA Eastern Theater Command conducts joint drills around Taiwan. ecns.cn Multiple forces of the Eastern Theater Command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) started drills code-named "Justice Mission 2025" around Taiwan Island Monday, said Shi Yi, spokesperson for the theater command.
(2025-12-29). Vince Zampella, Call of Duty and Battlefield creator, dies in Ferrari crash. ummid.com Vince Zampella, the co-creator of the globally successful video games Call of Duty and Battlefield , has died in a crash while he was driving his Ferrari sports car.
(2025-12-29). China pilots L3 vehicles on roads. ecns.cn China has begun piloting Level 3 autonomous vehicles on public roads, marking a stride forward in intelligent mobility. But hurdles over liability, infrastructure and commercial rollout remain to be resolved for widespread deployment, said analysts.
(2025-12-29). AMU in shock after ABK School Teacher's brutal murder. ummid.com The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is in shock after the brutal murder of ABK Union School teacher Rao Danish Ali Wednesday December 24, 2025.
(2025-12-29). 10 Muslims win 2025 Maharashtra Civic Body President Polls. ummid.com As many as 10 Muslims have won the 2025 Municipal Council President elections in different parts of Maharashtra results of which were declared on Monday.
(2025-12-29). Zelensky touches down in Miami amid Ukraine blitz, heads straight to Mar-a-Lago for Trump showdown. hindustantimes.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Miami ahead of a high-profile meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida. The talks are expected to focus on security cooperation, economic agreements, and key territorial issues as Ukraine and Russia remain locked in a dispute over the Donbas region. The meeting comes at a critical time for U.S.-Ukraine relations, with global attention on Washington's role in the ongoing conflict. As Trump spends the holidays in Florida, this diplomatic encounter could shape the next phase of international engagement with Ukraine.
(2025-12-29). China to pursue more proactive fiscal policy, finance minister says. ecns.cn China will continue to pursue a more proactive fiscal policy next year with enhanced precision and effectiveness, to promote an effective improvement in the quality of the economy and a reasonable expansion in its scale while maintaining social harmony and stability, Finance Minister Lan Fo'an said on Saturday.
(2025-12-29). 7 Turkish police forces wounded in clash with ISIL fighters. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) — Seven Turkish police officers have been wounded in a shootout during an operation against alleged ISIL fighters, local media report.
(2025-12-29). Mexico tragedy: 13 killed, over 90 injured as Interoceanic Train derails. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: At least 13 people died and over 100 injured after a train derailed in Mexico's south-western Oaxaca region. | The train, travelling between the Gulf of Mexico and the Pacific Ocean, was carrying 241 passengers along with nine crew members. According to the navy, 98 people were injured in the accident, with 36 of them receiving treatment in hospitals. | Officials said the train derailed while negotiating a curve near the town of Nizanda. Mexico's Attorney General confirmed that an investigation has been launched into the incident. President Claudia Sheinbaum said five of the injured passengers wer…
(2025-12-29). Maulana Fazlur Rehman: An Indian Supporter In Pakistan. ummid.com Pakistani opposition leader and Chief of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F), Maulana Fazlur Rehman delivered a pointed critique of Pakistan's military leadership, specifically targeting Army chief Asim Munir and the country's policy toward Afghanistan.
(2025-12-29). KEAM 2026: List of Certificates released ahead of registration. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) has published on its official website 'cee.kerala.gov.in' the list of Certificates and Documents required for online registration of KEAM 2026.
(2025-12-29). Explained: Apple's New MIE Security Feature. ummid.com While MTE is a hardware feature that is exclusive to the iPhone 17 series, some of the other improvements that Apple includes in MIE are implemented in iOS 26, and they will be accessible to older devices.
(2025-12-29). Iran's execution surges after war with Israel, rights groups sound alarm. hindustantimes.com Iran carried out at least 1,922 executions in a single year, more than double last year's total, amid a sweeping spy crackdown following the June war with Israel. Human rights groups warn the true toll may be higher as Tehran intensifies repression during economic crisis and internal unrest.
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(2025-12-29). Maha TET 2025 Answer Key: Deadline to Raise Objections Dec 27. ummid.com The Commissioner Maharashtra State Council of Examination has released on its website mahatet.in the interim Answer Keys of Paper 1 and Paper 2 of Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (Maha TET 2025).
(2025-12-29). Trump secretly calls Putin before high-stakes Zelensky meeting in Miami; 'Good & very productive…'. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly called Russian President Vladimir Putin ahead of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's arrival in Miami for high-stakes talks. Trump described the call with Putin as "good and very productive." Zelensky will meet Trump at Mar-a-Lago, where discussions are expected to focus on security cooperation, economic agreements, and sensitive territorial issues in Ukraine's Donbas region. Kyiv and Moscow remain firmly at odds over the area, making this meeting critical on the world stage. Global attention is on the Trump-Zelensky talks, which could influence international diplomacy…
(2025-12-29). Christmas 2025: Widespread violence, intimidation against Christians in India. ummid.com Reports of widespread violence and intimidation against Christians are being reported from different parts of India on the eve and day of Christmas Thursday December 25, 2025.
(2025-12-29). Frozen Yellow River waterfall captivates tourists. ecns.cn Recently, due to continuous cold weather, the Yellow River's Hukou Waterfall, located at the border of Jixian county in Shanxi and Yichuan county in Shaanxi, has presented a breathtaking ice curtain landscape for tourists. The layered ice curtains, glistening in the sunlight, complemented by a vibrant rainbow arcing above the waterfall, create a stunning sight that has attracted numerous visitors.
(2025-12-29). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on December 29. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Monday, December 29.
(2025-12-29). Dental Care in Andheri: Treatments, Technology and Safety Standard. ummid.com The main reason people prefer a dental clinic in Andheri is the ease of access to it because there is a good metro connectivity, railway stations, and it is well connected to major road links.
(2025-12-29). top court freezes Netanyahu government move to shutter Army Radio. haaretz.com The freeze follows a request by Attorney General Baharav-Miara, who wrote that the damage that would be caused by taking actions to close the IDF-run station is 'significant and irreversible'…
(2025-12-29). Iran Army at peak readiness to confront enemies. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) — Iran's Army warned that any hostile action by adversaries would receive a crushing response, reaffirming its full readiness to defend the nation.
(2025-12-29). Japanese pop culture is sexually explicit, but sex education is wanting. globalvoices.org 
While sexual images are everywhere, Japanese classrooms still regard sex as an issue of biological reproductionGlobal VoicesAdult magazines are displayed outside a bookstore in Tokyo, Japan. Photo taken by Jo Carter. Used with permission. | Sexualized imagery featuring female bodies saturates Japan's public spaces — from magazine covers in convenience stores to billboards on city streets — and has become widely normalized. | In October 2025, a petition on Change.org, " (2025-12-29). Africa Cup of Nations 2025: Salah shines as Egypt beat Zimbabwe 2-1. ummid.com Mohamed Salah led Egypt off to a winning start in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 by scoring late for 2-1 against Zimbabwe on Monday December 22, 2025.
(2025-12-29). LVM3-M6 launch marks significant stride in India's space sector: PM Modi. ummid.com The Indian Space Research Organisation's LVM3-M6 mission Wednesday December 24, 2025 successfully placed the BlueBird Block-2 satellite, the heaviest ever, into its intended orbit.
(2025-12-29). Decoding sources of China's economic resilience in 2025. ecns.cn 2025 has been an uncommon year for the global economy. While much of the world struggled to regain momentum, China pressed ahead, brushing aside doubts and absorbing global headwinds.
(2025-12-29). Meet Mohammed Haris: The Owner of Al Hind Air, India's latest airline. ummid.com The Al Hind Air, owned and promoted by T. Mohammed Haris, has finally obtained the much needed No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation.
(2025-12-29). Nigeria denies persecution of Christians after US missile attack. ummid.com Donald Trump said the US missiles on Christmas Day attacked 'terrorists' targeting Christians in Nigeria even as the Giant of Africa denied persecution of Christians in the country as claimed by the U.S. President…
(2025-12-29). At least 13 people killed as train derails in Mexico. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 29 (MNA) — At least 13 people were killed, and 98 others were injured as a passenger train derailed in Mexico, according to the country's president, Claudia Sheinbaum.
(2025-12-29). Mohamed Salah's goal takes Egypt to AFCON 2025 Quarter-Finals. ummid.com Mohamed Salah, the Liverpool star who is also leading Egypt national football team, Saturday scored a classic goal to beat South Africa and take the Pharaohs to 2025 Africa Cup Quarter-Finals.
(2025-12-29). Myanmar's junta turns election into a weapon of fear and repression. onlineopinion.com.au The National League for Democracy, which won the 2015 and 2020 elections, has been dissolved, and its leaders, including Aung San Suu Kyi, remain in detention.
(2025-12-29). TOP IA STORY OF 2025: Daily Telegraph tries to stage antisemitic incident. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-29). Jordanian journalist arrested on arrival, denied lawyer and family visits. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-29). CPJ, partners call for probe into attacks on Bangladesh news outlets. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-29). First batch of China's emergency humanitarian aid arrives in Cambodia. ecns.cn
(2025-12-29). Guatemalan journalist found dead after family reported death threats. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-29). CPJ calls on FCC commission to recommit to independence. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-29). Central London illuminated to welcome 2026. ecns.cn
(2025-12-29). Chinese Foreign Minister meets Cambodian Deputy PM in Yunnan. ecns.cn
(2025-12-29). Journalist John Kabamba missing after interviewing rebel in eastern DRC. instagram.com
(2025-12-29). Florida authorities drop charges against photojournalist following joint statement by CPJ, partners. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-29). 2 Peruvian journalists targeted by gunfire within a week. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-29). Interián, un guajiro en el parlamento (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu Cuando habla de Cuba, se detiene. Mira la finca. Mira lejos. "Cuba es lo más grande que yo tengo". Para él, salvarla no es un discurso: es levantarse temprano, trabajar, producir, decir verdades incómodas y no rendirse. "El tiempo no me alcanza", repite. Pero sigue caminando. Mañana, como todos los días, el tiempo volverá a disputarse desde temprano. Y mientras haya animales que atender, vecinos que esperar y una tierra que responder, Purísima Concepción seguirá siendo algo más que un lugar: será la prueba viva de que hay quienes prefirieron quedarse.
(2025-12-29). Mahrez penalty takes Algeria through to Cup of Nations last 16. newarab.com 
Captain Mahrez converted from the spot midway through the first half at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat and Algeria then held on to win a bruising contest against a determined Burkina outfit. | Algeria, African champions in 1990 and in 2019, have the maximum six points after two games in…
(2025-12-28). Italy Meloni Gov Attacks Dockers Unions For Action On Palestine. indybay.org The Italian Meloni government is retaliating against the USB union for taking action against the genocide in Gaza…
(2025-12-28). Gaza: Woman killed in building collapse as new storm hits. newarab.com 
A Palestinian woman was killed early on Sunday morning after The building, which collapsed, had already been partially destroyed due to Israeli bombardment during the war, in the latest incident of its kind in Gaza. | Meanwhile, rain and strong winds that have been battering the Gaza Strip since Saturday evening hav…
(2025-12-28). Israel's Ceasefire Violations in Gaza Continue to Pile Up. juancole.com ( The renewed violations come as casualty figures climb and rescue teams warn they are unable to reach many of the dead and wounded. | On Saturday, the body of the child Atta Ma'moun Mai was recovered after he fell into a deep water well near the al‚ÄëSudaniyya junction in the…
(2025-12-28). Cold, devastated Gaza braces for winter rain amid truce doubts. newarab.com 
Barefoot children played on chilly sand as Some families in Fathers braced fraying tents with old pieces of wood or inspected the rag…
(2025-12-28). US-Israel ties: What Netanyahu and Trump will discuss in Florida. aljazeera.com Trump to host Netanyahu at Mar-a-Lago amid Washington's push for phase two of Gaza ceasefire as strategy gaps grow.
(2025-12-28). Woman killed, family members injured as storms cause building collapse in Gaza. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-12-28). Israel kills over 700 relatives of Palestinian journalists in Gaza: Report. aljazeera.com Palestinian Journalists Syndicate says Israel using collective punishment to crush reporting of genocidal war in Gaza.
(2025-12-28). One year in Israeli detention, Dr Hussam Abu Safia's son pleads for release. aljazeera.com Israel has held Gaza doctor Hussam Abu Safia for an entire year without charge.
(2025-12-28). Pakistan opposes Hamas disarmament. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Pakistan has said it is willing to contribute troops to an international force to restore peace in Gaza, but only if the mandate excludes the disarmament of Hamas, a key clause in the US 20-point peace plan.
(2025-12-28). Iran, Qatar urge end to attacks on civilians in Gaza, Lebanon. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Iranian and Qatari foreign ministers exchanged views on developments in Palestine, Lebanon, and Yemen during a telephone call.
(2025-12-28). UN experts demand action from Labour to protect Palestine hunger-strikers. thecanary.co Last week, a collective of UN human rights experts called on Keir Starmer to stop treating the lives and rights of pro-Palestinian political prisoners with contempt. The activists, part of the Filton 24 group, are in the advanced stages of a hunger strike in protest against Starmer's collaboration in Israel's genocide in Gaza and their political […] | By
(2025-12-28). Dr Hussam Abu Safia's Family Demand His Release From Israeli Prison. popularresistance.org Exactly one year after Israeli forces kidnapped Kamal Adwan Hospital director Dr. Hussam Abu Safia, relatives and health officials renewed demands for his release on 27 December, citing his deteriorating health. | The anniversary prompted statements from Gaza authorities and international rights groups calling for disclosure of his fate and an end to his arbitrary detention. | Occupation forces took Dr. Abu Safia on 27 December 2024 during a military raid on Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia. | At the time, the hospital was the last operational medical center serving northern Gaza. Witness accounts said he was d…
(2025-12-28). Israel shells parts of Gaza, accelerates West Bank assaults. newarab.com 
The waves of repeated shelling, targeting civilian areas, displacement camps, and homes, come as Gaza grapples with a brutal winter and limited aid coming into the enclave. | Strong winds have swept several tents aw…
(2025-12-28). Trump urges release of any Epstein files naming Democrats. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump urged the Justice Department (DOJ) Friday to "embarrass" any Democrats who worked with Jeffrey Epstein after it began poring over millions of documents linked to the late sex offender. | The DOJ began releasing records last week from the investigation into Epstein, a wealthy financier who died in a New York jail in 2019 while awaiting trial for trafficking underage girls for sex. | The latest disclosures on Tuesday contain numerous references to Trump including documents detailing flights he took on Epstein's private jet. | Trump was once a friend of Epstein but distanced himself afte…
(2025-12-28). Wednesday 1/14: Webinar: US aggression towards Venezuela and its repercussions for Latin America. indybay.org Online | secure.everyaction.com/BX66_bP-OEqF2ERN7……
(2025-12-28). Venezuela Accuses US of Aggression, Wants Dialogue Amid US-Led Regime Change and Oil Claims (+Somaliland). orinocotribune.com Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro announced that he remains willing to hold direct talks with US authorities, provided they take place "on the basis of respect." | "Our message is one of peace, love, and understanding," he declared during a cabinet meeting held on Friday, December 26, which was broadcast on state media. "And if, in the US, someone ever decides, based on respect, to engage in dialogue and move beyond failed [regime change] projects that have persisted for over 25 years, here there will always be a president who represents his people, ready to extend a hand and look for paths to peace, cooperatio…
(2025-12-28). Trump's 15,000 troops powerless? Venezuela rolls out 158,000 tonnes of food under US pressure. hindustantimes.com Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez highlighted the government's response to U.S. pressure and economic sanctions through a nationwide food production and distribution drive. Speaking in Caracas, Rodríguez said more than 158,000 tonnes of food were delivered to over five million families in the final weeks of 2025, calling the communal production model key to resisting the U.S. blockade and ensuring a prosperous and independent 2026.
(2025-12-28). Venezuela is not about drugs or migration. It is Trump's 'Ukraine moment'. strategic-culture.su Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The Pentagon has deployed special operations aircraft, troops and equipment to the Caribbean region…
(2025-12-28). Myanmar junta stages election after five years of civil war. newarab.com 
Voters trickled to Former civilian leader
(2025-12-28). Learning feminism before knowing its name: Verse's story from Myanmar. globalvoices.org 
A Burmese filmmaker focuses on human rights and feminist advocacyOriginally published on Through films, Verse began translating feminist ideas into visual storytelling. Exile Hub is one of Global Voices' partn…
(2025-12-28). Kazakhstan: Physical attacks and judicial harassment of LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. fidh.org At the end of November 2025, unidentified individuals and state authorities physically attacked Kazakhstani LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. The three defenders were subsequently arbitrarily arrested and subjected to judicial harassment. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (OMCT-FIDH) condemns the repeated acts of physical and verbal violence, intimidation, and arbitrary detention targeting LGBTQIA+ human rights defenders (…) | – |
(2025-12-28). Ambassador: Belarus-Russia trade keeps momentum in 2025. eng.belta.by Belarus-Russia trade in 2025 will hit another milestone of more than $60 billion, Belarusian Ambassador to Russia Aleksandr Rogozhnik told the media…
(2025-12-28). Zelensky looks to secure Ukraine peace deal at Trump meet as Russian offensive mounts. scmp.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will sit down on Sunday with Donald Trump and seek to secure the US president's stamp of approval for a new proposal to end the nearly four-year conflict with Russia. | The 20-point plan, which emerged from weeks of intense US-Ukraine negotiations, lacks Moscow's approval, and the face-to-face in Florida comes in the wake of a massive Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv.
(2025-12-28). Kyenjojo Residents Decry Poor Roads, Lack of Water and Social Services. plusnews.ug 
Residents of Kyamutunzi Town Council in Kyenjojo District have raised concerns over poor road infrastructure, lack of clean water, electricity, and limited social services, which they say have slowed development in the area. Janet Kansiime, a resident of Rukukuru Village, described the state of roads in the town council as worrying. She said the roads become …
(2025-12-28). Susa: Walking through one of the world's oldest cities. tehrantimes.com Visiting Susa was like stepping into a living history book. From the moment I arrived in this ancient city in southwest Iran, I felt I was walking through layers of time, each step revealing traces of civilizations that shaped human history.
(2025-12-28). Russia sends 3 Iranian satellite into orbit, report says. newarab.com 
The report said that a Russian rocket sent the satellites to circle the Earth on a 500-kilometer (310-mile) orbit from the Vostochny launchpad in eastern Russia. The three satellites are dubbed Paya, Kowsar and Zafar-2. | The report said that Paya, weighing 150 kilograms (330 pounds), is the heaviest satellite that Iran has ever deployed into orbit. Kowsar weighs 3…
(2025-12-28). Sacramento 175 – Sacramento River District Kwanzaa Celebration. indybay.org Sacramento River District and Old Sacramento poised to embrace "Matunda Ya Kwanza" in a good way as we open the archives and libraries to ferret out "First Fruits of the Harvest."
(2025-12-28). Libya mourns military chief killed in Turkey plane crash. newarab.com 
Hundreds of people on Sunday mourned western The coffins of Gen. Mohamed Ali Ahmad Al-Haddad and two others were brought into a stadium in the coastal city of
(2025-12-28). The Rise of the Sunni Crescent in 2025: The US and the Middle East. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Back in 2004, in an
(2025-12-28). Iran-linked Handala hackers claim Netanyahu aide Braverman's phone was breached. hindustantimes.com Iran-linked Handala hackers escalated their cyber campaign against Israel's leadership, claiming they breached the phone of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's chief of staff Tzachi Braverman. The hackers threatened staged leaks of alleged sensitive data, as Israeli officials say no confirmed phone compromise has yet been detected and the claims remain unproven. Watch for more…
(2025-12-28). PCB appoints Wasim Akram as PSL brand ambassador. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi announced the appointment of former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram as the brand ambassador of the HBL Pakistan Super League. | Addressing a press conference in Lahore, Naqvi said Wasim Akram will actively work for the promotion of the PSL and will also be present during the auction of two new PSL franchises scheduled for January 8. | PCB is now fully focused on the upcoming auction, said Naqvi, noting that there is tremendous interest from investors. He expressed confidence that the teams would be sold at strong prices. The PCB chairman revealed that 10 parties have q…
(2025-12-28). ICAP celebrates 65 years with a tribute to the solidarity promoted by Fidel Castro. radiohc.cu The figure of Fidel Castro Ruz was once again honored by the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) through a photographic exhibition installed at the Center that bears the name of the historical leader of the Cuban Revolution, in Havana. | The exhibition is part of the activities commemorating the 65th anniversary of ICAP and pays tribute to the historical leader of the Revolution, highlighting his role in building Cuba's international solidarity. | The exhibition references the spirit of solidarity of the Caribbean nation and the work of its main driving force. The opening was attended by 250 rep…
(2025-12-28). Iran attends regional workshop on Biodiversity Monitoring and National Reporting. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran has participated in a regional training workshop on biodiversity monitoring and national reporting for West Asian countries in Manama, Bahrain.
(2025-12-28). WorldX News interviews: a skillful bearer of information for their global audience. gilbertdoctorow.com Lavrov Warns Europe: Russia accuses European Union of escalating Ukraine conflict| NewsX World This brief interview was meant to be in anticipation of Zelensky's visit to Miami today for talks with Donald Trump. The full hourly news bulletin from which this interview has been extracted above, may be seen here: I use this opportunity to …
(2025-12-28). US spying on Iran over Iraqi airspace. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Iran's Ambassador to Baghdad Mohammad Kazem Al-e Sadeq has announced that Tehran has identified American reconnaissance flights using Iraqi airspace to spy on Iranian territory.
(2025-12-28). Israel warns Iran missile barrages could match 'small nuclear' devastation. hindustantimes.com Israel is publicly treating Iran's ballistic missile barrages as an "extremely serious" threat and warning that large salvos could cause destruction comparable to a "small nuclear weapon," but that is a metaphor for damage and not evidence that the missiles are actually nuclear‚Äëarmed. Israeli assessments now describe the "Iran front" as the most dangerous strategic challenge, even as they admit their recent operations did not eliminate Iran's missile arsenal or its production base. Watch for details…
(2025-12-28). 6.6 quake strikes off Taiwan: USGS. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-12-28). 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)…
(2025-12-28). The Problem with Machado: Assange Sues the Nobel Foundation. globalresearch.ca The Swedish police have promised it will go nowhere, but the attempt by WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to draw attention to the inappropriateness of María Corina Machado as a Nobel Peace Prize recipient raises a few salient matters.
(2025-12-28). 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.
(2025-12-28). A Battered America Awaits Trump's Next Move. globalresearch.ca President Donald Trump's end of year speech to the American public that took place on December 17th was full of conceits over how the United States under the new regime in power is moving ahead on all fronts to benefit the American people.
(2025-12-28). Bilawal proposes Zardari to lead political healing. tribune.com.pk 
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has offered the services of his father, President Asif Ali Zardari, to spearhead the process of political reconciliation in the country, tacitly extending an olive branch to Imran Khan's beleaguered PTI. | "The political forces will have to find a political path," Bilawal said while addressing thousands of people at his party's public meeting held to commemorate the 18th death anniversary of his mother, former prime minister and PPP chairperson Benazir Bhutto. | "The opposition parties will have to practice responsible politics, and those in power will have to keep the count…
(2025-12-28). New Israel-Greece-Cyprus military agreement targets Turkey. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Jerusalem Post reported that Israel, Greece, and Cyprus have finalized a military cooperation framework for 2026, reinforcing a trilateral security partnership in the Eastern Mediterranean.According to the Israeli military, the agreement was signed last week in Nicosia, with the announcement made public on Sunday. The Israeli delegation was led by Brig. Gen. Amit Adler, head of foreign cooperation in the Israeli armed forces, who met with Greek and Cypriot defense officials to coordinate implementation.The plan outlines joint military drills, coordinated exercises, and the creation of specialized worki…
(2025-12-28). Israel's recognition of Somaliland 'threat' to region: Somalia. newarab.com 
Israel announced on Friday it was officially recognising Addressing an emergency…
(2025-12-28). Opinion: Europe was a U.S. tool against the USSR, but now expendable. eng.belta.by The United States used Europe in the confrontation against the Soviet Union, and now it is of no use to the Americans, political analyst and publicist Dmitry Kulikov said in the latest episode of the V Teme [On Point] project on BelTA's YouTube channel.
(2025-12-28). Israeli Supreme Court approves mass demolition of WB homes. newarab.com 
The The ruling was quietly passed on 24 December following a hearing that took place on the same day, and rejects pe…
(2025-12-28). Wirtz scores as Liverpool sink Wolves. tribune.com.pk 
Florian Wirtz's first Liverpool goal fired the Reds into the Premier League's top four despite an unconvincing 2-1 win over Wolves on a day both clubs paid tribute to Diogo Jota. | Jota, who was killed in a car accident alongside his brother Andre Silva in July, won four trophies after joining Liverpool from Wolves in 2020. | Two of his children led the teams out as mascots, while his wife Rute Cardoso watched on from the sidelines. | Both sets of fans sang chants in Jota's name in the 18th and 20th minutes ⚪ the shirt numbers he wore during his spells at Molineux and Anfield respectively. | "After the traged…
(2025-12-28). Kosovo votes in bid to break a year-long political deadlock. newarab.com 
Vetevendosje (VV), the party of incumbent Prime Minister Albin Kurti, won the most votes in last February's parliamentary elections, but its 42 percent was not enough to secure a majority in the 120-seat parliament. | MPs needed more than 50 sessions to agree on a speaker, but no coalition or government emerge…
(2025-12-28). Contrails and their claimed climatic effect. wattsupwiththat.com After also analyzing nearly half a million flights across the North Atlantic, the research team has generated new insights.
(2025-12-28). High Court rejects petitions against appointment of David Zini as Shin Bet chief. haaretz.com In his dissenting opinion, High Court President Isaac Amit stressed testimony by former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar that Netanyahu had applied political pressure on his office, and urged an independent advisory committee to review Zini's appointment…
(2025-12-28). Israel tightens siege on Qabatiya, moves to demolish homes. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — The Israeli army has continued its siege of Palestinian town of Qabatiya, south of Jenin in the northern occupied West Bank, escalating collective punishment measures that include home demolitions and sweeping military raids.
(2025-12-28). Araghchi stresses preserving Yemen's territorial integrity. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs Abbas Araghchi held a telephone call with the Yemen 's acting minister of foreign affairs and expatriates, Abdulwahid Abu Ras on Sunday.
(2025-12-28). Hezbollah chief: group's disarmament 'an Israeli-American plan'. newarab.com 
Under heavy US pressure and fears of expanded Israeli strikes, the Lebanese military is expected to complete Hezbollah's disarmament south of the Litani River – located about 30 kilometres (19 miles) from the border…
(2025-12-28). They Feign Concern About Pro-Palestine Chants In Order To Shut Down Pro-Palestine Protests. caitlinjohnstone.com.au It's such an insult to our intelligence how Israel supporters pretend it's the WAY pro-Palestine protests are happening that they object to, and not the protests themselves. Like if protesters were saying different chants they'd be totally cool with opposition to Israel's crimes. | They're like, "We're not trying to suppress your free speech and stomp out criticism of Israel, we're just concerned about slogans like 'globalize the intifada' and 'from the river to the sea'! We're worried that expressions of…
(2025-12-28). Hundreds of Haredi protesters block central Israeli highway over draft evasion arrests. haaretz.com Three people were arrested at the protest, led by the extremist ultra-Orthodox Jerusalem Faction, which was joined by a diverse collection of Haredi groups. In response, the faction said that 'if you arrest Torah scholars, the state will also come to a halt'…
(2025-12-28). Three Iranian satellites launched from Russia. geo.tv 
(2025-12-28). Belarusian ministry outlines preliminary results of Year of Improvement. eng.belta.by Belarusian Deputy Minister of Housing and Utilities Andrei Romashko spoke about the preliminary results of the Year of Improvement in the latest episode of BelTA's project "The Nation Speaks".
(2025-12-28). PTI says dialogue hinges on 'level playing field,' signals continued street protests. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leadership said the party will move toward dialogue with the government only after securing a "level playing field" through sustained street protests, rejecting the notion of entering talks from a position of weakness. | The stance was outlined by Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and PTI Secretary-General Salman Akram Raja during a series of meetings in Lahore, where party leaders gathered to launch a fresh street movement on the directives of jailed party founder Imran Khan. | Speaking to journalists in Lahore's Defence Housing Authority, Afridi said reconciliatio…
(2025-12-28). 'The Somaliland move was made against Türkiye'. uwidata.com 
By àñzgàºr Altƒ±nba≈ü On December 26, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that he "recognizes Somaliland," the separatist administration in Somalia, as an independent state. Netanyahu signed the recognition during a video call with Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi. Many organizations and countries, including the African Union (55 countries), reacted to the decision. Retired Naval …
(2025-12-28). Kasese Town Residents Decry Surging Cases of Livestock Theft. plusnews.ug 
Residents of Kasese municipality are living in fear over the increased livestock theft in the district. The thieves are mainly targeting cattle and goats. Local authorities say more than 20 goats have been stolen from the Mumbuzi cell within three weeks. Some have been recovered in Kyangumirya village, Mbunga sub-county, Kasese district. The suspect, …
(2025-12-28). Strengthening Congress: A Call for Organizational Renewal. devdiscourse.com During the Congress's 140th Foundation Day, Shashi Tharoor supported the views of his colleague Digvijaya Singh on the need to strengthen the party organization.
(2025-12-28). Video: Myanmar's military holds first election since 2021 coup. aljazeera.com Voting is under way in Myanmar's heavily restricted election. Tony Cheng explains the process from a polling station.
(2025-12-28). Governor-general urges Khorasan Razavi to host more cultural events. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Khorasan, as a large civilizational area, has the capacity to play a leading cultural role in the region by holding international events and conferences of Naqqali performance and Shahnameh recitation.
(2025-12-28). Ukraine in confusion after Russia's surprise attack? Putin's troops storm Dimitrov from all sides. hindustantimes.com Russia says its Eastern Group of Forces has broken through Ukrainian defensive lines in the Zaporizhzhia region, advancing more than seven kilometres toward key logistics hubs. Speaking to President Vladimir Putin, commanders claimed control of over 210 square kilometres since early December and the liberation of 10 settlements across Zaporizhzhia and the Dnipropetrovsk region. Russian officials also announced the full capture of the city of Dimitrov, with troops conducting clearance and demining operations. Ukraine's General Staff has dismissed Moscow's claims as false but acknowledged that fighting in the area…
(2025-12-28). Iraqis cover soil with clay, plant seeds to curb sandstorms. newarab.com 
Iraq has long suffered from sand and dust storms, but in recent years they have become more frequent and intense as the country falls prey to the effects of climate change. | Sand and dust storms – driven by severe drought, rising temperatures and def…
(2025-12-28). Quiet courage of ordinary people can rebuild a world in crisis. scmp.com My son, who is almost four, has recently become obsessed with the universe. He can recite the planets of the solar system and tell anyone who will listen that Pluto — his favourite — was once a planet but was reclassified as a "dwarf planet" in 2006. | Now that he has a sense of scale and size, he has developed a habit of comparing everything: an ant is smaller than a leaf, the Earth is smaller than the sun, the sun is just a dot in the galaxy, and the galaxy is a tiny part of the universe.
(2025-12-28). Pakistan to settle $1b UAE liability via Fauji Group deal. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Saturday reiterated that Pakistan which was once dubbed as 'diplomatically isolated' had emerged strong and prominent diplomatically, politically and economically among the comity of nations, owing to the dynamic policies of the incumbent government. | The DPM/FM, presenting annual achievements and role of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at a news conference, said that their pro-active, principled and firm stance over key global issues won accolades and acknowledged at the global foras. | Referring to recent visit of the UAE president, he…
(2025-12-28). Saturday 12/27: San Jose / Make Billionaires PAY! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center Sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA 95117…
(2025-12-28). Staffer reacts to hacking of Netanyahu office chief's phone. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — A source in the Israeli Prime Minister's Office reacted to news published by the Handalah hacking group that the phone of Netanyahu's chief of staff was hacked.
(2025-12-28). The Least Among Us: The Elemental Heart of the Story. commondreams.org 
This holiday season, writes John Pavlovitz, "it's a Herculean task to let our hearts be light." Daily, we confront the afflictions of an impossibly dark time – the cruelties wrought by a vile assemblage of hacks, liars, racists, and sadists who delight in Christmas-decked thugs menacing brown people with, "YOU'RE GOING HO HO HOME." Instead, we celebrate the judges, artists, pastors, organizers, brave pols, and regular people, aka "Radical Left Scum," refusing to bow to fascism. Go towards the light, and ____ these people.We started this on Boxing Day – a British holiday described as the day when either gifts…
(2025-12-28). Police: Two arrested in Jerusalem protest marking five years since death of teen settler in car chase. haaretz.com The protesters who allegedly threw stones at police, marked five years since the death of Ahuvia Sandak, who was killed when his car overturned while fleeing from police with his four friends, after allegedly throwing stones at Palestinians in the West Bank…
(2025-12-28). Three more sites added to national protected areas. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Department of Environment (DOE) has added three new sites in Fars, Alborz, and Golestan provinces to the national protected areas across the country.
(2025-12-28). Labour can't stop talking about Zack Polanski's tits. thecanary.co 
When the Green Party elected Zack Polanski as its leader, it wasn't long before Labour cracked this one out: Meet Zack Polanski. This is the person who the Greens just elected as their new leader.t.co/oMIC3Zwgch pic.twitter.com/xWk0ONQi3k — Labour Press (@labourpress) September 2, 2025 After hearing this, most people went on the following journey, in which they: […] | By
(2025-12-28). Woman, three children found hanging in Karachi home; husband detained. tribune.com.pk 
A woman and three children were found hanging inside their home near Gunah Mandi in Karachi's Sohrab Goth area on Sunday, police said. | The woman's husband was taken into custody for questioning. | Police identified the deceased as 35-year-old Fatima, 11-year-old Sonam, 3-year-old Arzoo and 2-year-old Arman. | Fatima and Sonam were found hanging together in the centre of the house. Arzoo and Arman were found separately suspended from the ceiling on either side of the residence. | According to police, Fatima was an Afghan national and the second wife of Najibullah, a vegetable market worker originally from Pun…
(2025-12-28). Guinea's Pivotal Presidential Election: A Turning Point Amid Challenges. devdiscourse.com Guinea's citizens are casting their votes in a crucial presidential election, the first since the 2021 coup led by Gen Mamadi Doumbouya. Analysts suggest the voting outcome may favor Doumbouya, given the significantly weakened opposition.
(2025-12-28). Universities play key role in localizing advanced technology. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Iran's minister of defense says academic centers play a leading role in indigenizing technologies, noting that solving strategic issues of country is impossible without relying on scientific capacity of universities.
(2025-12-28). True, Rigzone, 2025 Was Quiet in the USA For Hurricanes. wattsupwiththat.com This science based reporting is refreshing, though suspicious, because one wonders if the news was bad, if the season was worse than usual, whether they would then attribute it to climate change. One wonders why the first no-landfall year in a decade (a good thing) isn't caused by climate change, while bad weather is, at least according to much of the media.
(2025-12-28). Saturday 12/27: Universal land access: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2025-12-28). PETA urges Delaware lawmakers to consider dog-walking requirement, sparking debate on animal welfare. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? An animal rights organization is urging Delaware lawmakers to consider a proposal that would require dog guardians to walk their dogs three times a day — including one walk lasting at least an hour. Supporters say the move would help meet dogs' physical and mental needs, but some dog owners question if it's realistic. | The proposal comes from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, or PETA, which says the effort is meant to raise awareness about responsible pet c…
(2025-12-28). China signals more proactive fiscal stance for 2026. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- China's finance ministry has signaled a shift toward a more aggressive fiscal policy in 2026, underscoring Beijing's preparations for renewed economic pressure from an escalating trade confrontation with the United States. Finance Minister Lan Fo'an said fiscal policy would become more "proactive," with expanded government spending aimed at maintaining expenditure momentum and boosting domestic demand.Speaking at a national fiscal and taxation work conference, Lan emphasized increased use of government bond issuance and more efficient transfer payments to support what officials describe as "high-quality…
(2025-12-28). Odegaard leads Arsenal to top spot. tribune.com.pk 
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard's first club goal of the season helped his side beat Brighton and Hove Albion 2-1 at home on Saturday to return to the top of the Premier League table. | For the second week running, Arsenal kicked off having been displaced by Manchester City earlier in the day and they responded once again to the challenge although what appeared on paper a routine win was fraught with late nerves. | Odegaard's season has been disrupted by a knee injury but the Norwegian showed his trademark precision in the 14th minute to drive a left-footed shot low past Brighton keeper Bart Verbruggen to give…
(2025-12-28). Loading, unloading of basic goods increase at ports. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Handling of basic commodities at Iran's ports rose 12.4 percent year on year in the eighth Iranian calendar month of Aban (late October-late November), according to data released by the Ports and Maritime Organization.
(2025-12-28). Pak President Asif Ali Zardari admits he was urged to move to bunkers during Operation Sindoor. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari during his address to a rally admitted that he was urged to move to bunkers during the four day conflict between India and Pakistan in May. However, | Pak President Asif Ali Zardari admits he was urged to move to bunkers during Operation Sindoor…
(2025-12-28). Dan Goldman Supported Warrantless Spying on Americans. Now His Primary Opponent Is Hitting Him for It. theintercept.com 
Goldman was among a clutch of Democrats who voted for an NSA spy program, despite warnings about Trump's return to power.
(2025-12-28). Iran, China can upgrade ties to 'outcome‚Äëdriven partnership. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — The Iranian ambassador to China has emphasized the capacity of Tehran-Beijing relations to turn into an "outcome‚Äëdriven partnership" relying on cultural interactions between the two nations.
(2025-12-28). Ukraine bombshell hits before Trump talks, Budanov says Russia's army growing stronger than ever. hindustantimes.com On the eve of Trump—Zelensky talks, Ukraine's spy chief Kyrylo Budanov concedes Russia met its 2025 recruitment goal of 403,000 troops and is targeting 409,000 in 2026 with big cash incentives, just as doubts grow over the future of the Czech shell-supply initiative and Western officials warn Kyiv to prepare for a war that could stretch into 2026 despite fresh European financial support.
(2025-12-28). How Washington is setting the stage for global shipping chaos. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Contrary to claims made in American analyses, the main threat to global energy security and international trade is the aggressive and unilateral foreign policy of the United States.
(2025-12-28). Resilient Indian Exports Navigate Global Challenges Amid US Tariffs. devdiscourse.com Despite the imposition of a steep 50 per cent tariff by the US on Indian exports in 2025, India's export sector has shown remarkable adaptability, thanks to strategic market diversification. This resilience is expected to carry forward into 2026, underpinned by new trade agreements with the UK, Oman, and New Zealand.
(2025-12-28). Educational, engaging, beautiful: My Belarus exhibition draws crowds. eng.belta.by For over a week now, the Minsk International Exhibition Center has been showcasing the country's achievements and its tourism and cultural potential. Vibrant photo zones, interactive exhibits, thematic sections dedicated to key economic sectors, and a rich cultural and educational program…
(2025-12-28). Inside The Prophet's Mosque Library. ummid.com The Prophet's Mosque Library stands as one of Saudi Arabia's most prestigious scholarly monuments, reflecting centuries of Islamic and Arabic linguistic history.
(2025-12-28). The Charge of the Padded Brigade: England in Australia. dissidentvoice.org It's been one of the strangest cricket series on record. Hurried, frenetic, foolish, haphazard, and, at times, unbecomingly immature. The cricket between England and Australia in this, the 2025-6 Ashes series, was a recreational coke line, a narcotics fix, a dopamine thrill. But was it even cricket? One thinks of those deathless lines from the …
(2025-12-28). 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.
(2025-12-28). Parl. holds open session as president defends budget bill. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Iran's parliament held an open session on Sunday under the chairmanship of Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, with President Masoud Pezeshkian in attendance.
(2025-12-28). Trumpist fascism: The worm turns. links.org.au 
Kevin B. Anderson — The Trumpist fascist overreach has led to increased support for a wide array of forms of resistance.
(2025-12-28). Accident Claims Five- Year-Old Girl in Sironko. plusnews.ug 
A fatal road accident in Sironko District has claimed the life of a five-year-old girl. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon at Bundege Village along the Mbale—Bulambuli Highway. Rogers Taitika, the Elgon Region Police Spokesperson, identified the victim as Khalayi Hilda, a resident of Bundege Village. He said the child was knocked dead by a white …
(2025-12-28). Iran's petchem production capacity to hit 131.5m tons: NPC. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — The chief executive of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) says production capacity of petrochemical products will reach 131.5 million tons by the end of the country's 7th Five-Year Socioeconomic and Cultural Development…
(2025-12-28). HTS regime kills 3 Alawite protesters in Latakia on Sunday. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — HTS-led regime security forces in Syria killed at least three Alawite protesters as demonstrations took place in several cities on Sunday.
(2025-12-28). Low voter turnout marks Myanmar's first election since 2021 military coup. tribune.com.pk 
Under the shadow of civil war and questions over the poll's credibility, voters in Myanmar cast their ballots in apparently low numbers in a general election on Sunday, the first since a military coup toppled the last civilian government in 2021. | The junta, having crushed pro-democracy protests after the coup and sparked a nationwide rebellion, said the three-phase vote would bring political stability to the impoverished Southeast Asian nation, despite international condemnation of the exercise. | But the United Nations, some Western countries and human rights groups have said the vote is not free, fair or c…
(2025-12-28). 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…
(2025-12-28). 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.
(2025-12-28). Aussie Greens Demand Wind Farm Cancellation to Protect Endangered Birds. wattsupwiththat.com The Green on Green civil war is heating up in Australia.
(2025-12-28). Trump-Putin call sets stage for Ukraine peace talks in Florida. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The former president of the United States, Donald Trump, announced that he had a phone call with Vladimir Putin, the president of Russia, just before his meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky, the president of Ukraine, in Florida. This comes as diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine are ramping up. | Trump called the call "productive." He said it happened just hours before his scheduled talks with Zelensky at his Mar-a-Lago estate. The meeting is likely to center on the latest U.S.-led peace proposal, which aims to bring an end to the conflict that began with Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. | Rus…
(2025-12-28). Aston Villa turn the tables again. tribune.com.pk 
The latest comeback win by Aston Villa has highlighted coach Unai Emery's remarkable record of turning around games that has put his side firmly in the Premier League title race. | After Saturday's 2-1 win at Chelsea – their 12th in 13 league matches – Villa have claimed 18 points from losing positions so far this season, more than any other team. | And it's not just this year that the Spaniard has been impacting games with his decision-making: across the last three seasons, Villa have won more points from matches in which they were losing than any other Premier League team, according to data firm Opta. | In t…
(2025-12-28). Corporate interests are driving Colorado River to near-collapse. liberationnews.org 
The Colorado River is on the verge of collapse, potentially threatening the water supply of 40 million people.
(2025-12-28). Somaliland stuns US & Gulf again after Israel recognition, pushes back with… hindustantimes.com Somaliland has welcomed Israel's decision to formally recognise it as an independent state, calling the move a historic breakthrough after more than three decades of diplomatic isolation. In an exclusive interview, Somaliland's Deputy Information Minister Muuse Askar Guuled said Israel's recognition could pave the way for broader international acceptance, citing Somaliland's stability, democracy and strategic location. The move has drawn sharp criticism from Somalia and several regional powers, underscoring rising geopolitical tensions in the Horn of Africa.
(2025-12-28). Open letter calls on country's largest tech company CEOs to power data centers with clean energy. nationofchange.org AI data center proposals across Indiana are said to have utility companies profiting and raising costs for customers.
(2025-12-28). SUNDAY WIRE EP 575 — The Decline Fall of Europe. 21stcenturywire.com 
| Episode #575 of SUNDAY WIRE SHOW resumes this week, December 28, 2025, broadcasting LIVE on This week on Sunday Wire host Patrick Henningsen is join…
(2025-12-28). Head backs Weatherald as opening partner. tribune.com.pk 
Australia batter Travis Head has endorsed Jake Weatherald as an opening partner following the South Australian's rough start as a test cricketer in the Ashes. | Weatherald's batting average is a tick under 21 since his test debut in the Ashes opener in Perth, dragged down by scores of 10 and five in the four-wicket defeat to England on a tough pitch in the fourth test in Melbourne. | "He showed a lot of glimpses over his first four tests, and it's not always going to go your way," Head said on Sunday of Weatherald. | "There's a lot of guys that have looked like they've been under the pump with the bat who are…
(2025-12-28). UAE president's Pakistan visit signals push on trade, investment, Gulf balancing. hindustantimes.com Amid escalating tensions in Yemen, where Saudi warplanes targeted UAE-backed forces, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan landed in Islamabad for his first official visit to Pakistan. Welcomed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, the leaders held talks aimed at expanding trade, investment, and regional security cooperation. What does this high-profile visit mean for Pakistan's economy and its delicate balancing act in Gulf geopolitics?
(2025-12-28). Guinea votes in first polls since 2021 coup, military leader likely to win. aljazeera.com Mamady Doumbouya may win amid accusations of restrictions on the media and the opposition parties.
(2025-12-28). Inflation rate rises 1.8%. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – The Statistical Center of Iran (SCI) has put the average inflation rate in the twelve-month period ended on November 21, which marks the end of the ninth Iranian calendar month Azar, at 42.2 percent, rising 1.8 percent from the figure for the twelve-month ended to the seventh month.
(2025-12-28). The horror of homeless deaths in 2025. indybay.org Tombstones of the homeless deaths during 2019, in San Jose.
(2025-12-28). UN General Assembly: Principled humanitarian action is under increasing pressure. icrc.org Delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the 60th plenary meeting on strengthening of the coordination of humanitarian and disaster relief assistance of the United Nations, including special economic assistance.
(2025-12-28). AFCON 2025: Nigeria survive late Tunisia goals to reach last-16. newarab.com 
(2025-12-28). Central African Republic votes as Touadera seeks third presidential term. aljazeera.com In office since 2016, President Faustin-Archange Touadera is projected to win the first round of vote.
(2025-12-28). China, the United States, and the War Economy. globalresearch.ca First published by Global Research on December 18, 2025 | As a long-time observer of China, who has been deeply inspired by the best of the Chinese tradition of moral philosophy, I feel compelled to make a statement about the current …
(2025-12-28). Bangladesh's student-led party allies with JI ahead of election. geo.tv 
Bangladeshi students, who were at the forefront of last year's protests that ousted then Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, join the inauguration event of a new political party named National Citizen Party, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, February 28, 2025. — ReutersNCP chief says final list of…
(2025-12-28). Monday 12/29: 27th Annual, California 175 – California State Capitol Kwanzaa. indybay.org California State Capitol | 10th & Capitol Mall | Downtown Sacramento…
(2025-12-28). Owen Hatherley: Architecture of the Future? newleftreview.org The built legacy of the Soviet Bloc is undergoing a dramatic reappraisal, from crumbling concrete brutalism to Instagrammable socmod chic. Hatherley's critical survey of a growing body of work in this area—examining modernist constructions from Vilnius to Tashkent—asks the question the new studies largely avoid: what, if anything, makes this architecture socialist?
(2025-12-28). Russia presses Ukraine to quit Donbas after Putin-Trump call. newarab.com 
Ukraine should now take the "brave decision" to pull out of the Donbas "without delay", the Kremlin's diplomatic advisor Yuri Ushakov told reporters. | Ukraine's departure from the fifth of the eastern Donetsk region in the Donbas still under its control is a key Russian demand for any agreement. | Ushakov, speaking after a call between President Vladimir Putin and US leader Donald Trump,…
(2025-12-28). Lyavonikha folk dance company celebrates 70. eng.belta.by The company's mission is to preserve the beauty of folk dance and pass it on to new, younger generations.
(2025-12-28). Philadelphia utility bills surged in 2025, and more increases are coming in 2026. Here's why. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover? | South Philadelphia resident Edoardo Vignani started tracking his utility bills when he lost his job in 2022. | Since then, he's noticed many of his bills climbing higher each year. He worries most about electricity, which he uses for heating and cooling his…
(2025-12-28). Source: Netanyahu weighed Rafah border reopening as goodwill gesture ahead of Trump meeting. haaretz.com The plan was withdrawn following pressure from ministers Smotrich and Ben-Gvir. The crossing was to open through the framework of a cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas…
(2025-12-28). Video: Man praises Netanyahu after Israel recognizes Somaliland. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A video recently flooded social media, capturing several Somali men holding the Israeli flag as one praised Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after Israel recognized Somaliland as a country.Similar to the clip in question, several others captured many holding the Somaliland flag alongside the Israeli flag to celebrate the decision. According to a translation on X (formerly Twitter), the Somali man said while holding the Israeli flag, "Netanyahu is the best man in the entire world, the one who answered our phone call. The way you made us happy today, we ask Allah to make you happy."Video: Man praise…
(2025-12-28). China Changes Everything: A Book Review. dissidentvoice.org 
A new book edited by Kyle Ferrana, China Changes Everything, bills itself as an anthology by "social justice activists, journalists, and commentators" and brings together chapters about the People's Republic of China written by prominent left-wing analysts, including Arnold August, Roger Harris, Radhika Desai, Carlos Martinez, Gerald Horne, Lee Siu Hin, Margaret Kimberley, Danny Haiphong, …
(2025-12-28). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-28). 'Threat to int'l peace': Pakistan joins OIC, other nations in rejecting Israel's recognition of Somaliland. geo.tv 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a joint press conference with Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis after a trilateral meeting at the Citadel of David Hotel, in Jerusalem, December 22, 2025. — ReutersMuslim…
(2025-12-28). Air quality monitoring lacks scientific backing. tribune.com.pk 
Although the provincial government has significantly expanded the air quality monitoring network, the absence of a scientifically grounded comprehensive climate observatory and an updated emissions inventory to assess the actual sources and quantities of environmental emissions is emerging as a fundamental gap in policymaking. | As per the daily Air Quality Index, PM2.5 and PM10 levels in several cities of Punjab are being recorded at many times higher than the limits set by the World Health Organization (WHO). | Available real-time data shows that average PM2.5 concentrations in the province ranged from 161&#…
(2025-12-28). Reports of deaths, abuse as ICE crackdowns enter new phase. newarab.com 
As the one-year mark of Donald Trump's second presidential term approaches, his longtime promise of In the last several weeks, there have been multiple reports of detained immigrants dying or being abused in custody, arrests of US citizens by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and instances of ICE raiding areas generally considered private venues, such as bathrooms. | This has been the deadliest year for those in IC…
(2025-12-28). Shadab returns as Pakistan name T20 squad for Sri Lanka, Babar and Shaheen rested. tribune.com.pk 
All-rounder Shadab Khan has returned to Pakistan's T20 international side as selectors on Sunday named a 15-member squad for next month's three-match series against Sri Lanka. | Senior players Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi were left out of the squad. | Salman Ali Agha will continue as captain. He played a record 34 T20I matches this year, the most by any Pakistan player. | Shadab Khan returns as Pakistan name T20I squad for Sri Lanka series | Details here ‚û°Ô∏è t.co/gMtmLUaDzm#SLvPAK pic.twitter.com/HbJ5PyyK9t | — PCB Media (@TheRealPCBMedia) December 28, 2…
(2025-12-28). Cuba to host international anti-racist conference in October 2026. radiohc.cu The Ministry of Culture and the Cuban National Program Against Racism and Discrimination announced today the International Conference "Cuba 2026: Anti-Racist Thoughts and Actions," to be held in October next year. | The event will bring together professionals from the sciences, arts and politics, as well as representatives from government, social movements, and non-governmental organizations in Havana and the western province of Artemisa, from October 11 to 13, to foster a multidisciplinary debate on issues related to racism and discrimination. | The Day of Indigenous Resistance (October 12) and Cuban Culture Wee…
(2025-12-28). Serbia could face full-scale invasion soon? Vucic warns of attack ss Europe-Russia tensions rise. hindustantimes.com Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has warned that an attack on Serbia cannot be ruled out, citing escalating tensions between Europe and Russia linked to the war in Ukraine. Speaking during a visit to the Banjica military barracks in Belgrade, Vucic said Serbia must prepare for potential threats arising from what he described as growing military preparations for a wider Europe-Russia conflict. He announced plans to further strengthen Serbia's armed forces, including tank, missile and artillery units, alongside heavy investment in unmanned systems. Vucic also revealed that Serbia expects to open its first major d…
(2025-12-28). Winter weather in US Northeast leads to thousands of flight delays, cancellations. geo.tv 
A Delta Air Lines plane prepares to take off during a winter storm at Greater Rochester International Airport in Rochester, New York, US, December 26, 2025. — ReutersAirline flight cancellations, delays mount.Up to a foot of snow fell in New York state.Officials warn of treacherous…
(2025-12-28). Blame game erupts between MQM factions over Dr Imran Farooq's murder. tribune.com.pk 
Following the death of Shumaila Imran, widow of slain Muttahida Qaumi Movement leader Dr Imran Farooq, rival party factions — MQM-London and MQM-Pakistan — have been locked in a bitter blame game, with both sides accusing each other of orchestrating the murder of the party's former stalwart. | The war of words began on Sunday when, during a press conference in Karachi, MQM-P leader Mustafa Kamal alleged that Altaf Hussain had ordered the killing of Dr Imran Farooq. Kamal described his former political boss — the MQM founder — as "a theatrical man" who performed "item songs over corpses"
(2025-12-28). Kyrgios beats Sabalenka 6-3, 6-3 in 'Battle of the Sexes' tennis showdown. aljazeera.com Kyrgios, who is currently 671st in the men's rankings, beat the four-time Grand Slam singles champion in straight sets.
(2025-12-28). Iran puts 3 new remote-sensing satellites into orbit. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Iran put three new remote-sensing satellites into orbit simultaneously, using a Russian launch pad on Sunday.
(2025-12-28). TOP STORY 2025: Skilled visas expose cracks in Government immigration policy. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-28). Grok is now depicting Elon Musk's grizzly murder. thecanary.co 
Content Note: This story contains images of extreme AI-generated violence involving notable figures like Elon Musk. In a series of now-deleted tweets, Twitter's very own AI, Grok, has depicted the grizzly murder of Elon Musk: This chain of events tells us two things: Musk's company xAI seemingly hasn't coded Grok to prevent this sort of […] | By
(2025-12-28). Latvia extends flight ban along borders with Belarus, Russia. eng.belta.by The ban on flights during evening and nighttime hours along the borders with Russia and Belarus has been extended for one week, until 4 January 2026. In the border airspace, flights at altitudes up to 6 km are prohibited daily from 17.00 to 05.00 UTC (20.00 to 08.00 Minsk time).
(2025-12-28). Hezbollah leader rejects foreign-backed disarmament drive as tool for Israeli annexation. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — In an address marking the memorial of founding leader Haj Mohammad "Abu Salim" Yaghi, Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem declared that the foreign-backed push to disarm the Resistance is a "Zionist-American project" intended to annex parts of Lebanon and reduce the remainder to a tool of Western hegemony.
(2025-12-28). Pakistani Kabaddi player banned indefinitely for representing team India, waving tricolour. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The Pakistan Kabaddi Federation (PKF) has handed down an indefinite ban to international kabaddi player Ubaidullah Rajput after it emerged that he had played for an Indian team at a private tournament held in Bahrain earlier this month. The decision was taken at an emergency meeting on Saturday, with PKF officials citing violations of mandatory no-objection certificate (NOC) rules and raising concerns over Rajput's conduct during the event. | The controversy surfaced after photos and videos circulated on social media showing Rajput wearing an Indian jersey and waving the Indian flag following a ma…
(2025-12-28). Brigitte Bardot, French film icon turned far-right provocateur, dies at 91. aljazeera.com Actor reshaped French cinema before retreating from global fame into animal rights activism and far-right politics.
(2025-12-28). Nigeria takes charge on camera, corrects US' tomahawk mishap with precision intel for the first time. hindustantimes.com Nigeria has confirmed conducting airstrikes against two major Islamic State (ISIS) positions in Sokoto State in close coordination with the United States. Information Minister Mohammed Idris said the precision strikes targeted foreign ISIS elements infiltrating from the Sahel and were carried out with full involvement of Nigeria's armed forces. Authorities reported no civilian casualties, calling the operation part of wider counterterrorism efforts amid rising security concerns across the country.
(2025-12-28). China sets world record in superconducting electric maglev propulsion. ecns.cn China has set a world record in superconducting electric magnetic levitation propulsion after researchers accelerated a ton-scale test vehicle to 700 km/h (435 mph) in two seconds during a recent experiment.
(2025-12-28). Jamiat hails passing of Karnataka Hate Speech Bill. ummid.com Jamiat Ulema i Hind, one of the largest representative bodies of Indian Muslims, has hailed the passing of Karnataka Hate Speech Bill.
(2025-12-28). Palestinians report cars, buildings vandalized in West Bank city. haaretz.com A car was torched and hateful graffiti sprayed on a house in the West Bank Palestinian city of Hawara. The graffiti read 'Revenge, greetings from Beit She'an,' where an Israeli was killed in a ramming attack on Friday…
(2025-12-28). Tehran to host Intl. Conference on Social Work, Social Capital. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The 6th International Conference on Social Work and Social Capital is scheduled to be held in Tehran on January 6, 2026.
(2025-12-28). Sa Pinto confirms Rezaeian's departure from Esteghlal. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Esteghlal head coach Ricardo Sa Pinto has officially confirmed that the club's controversial player, Ramin Rezaeian, will part ways with the team during the midseason break.
(2025-12-28). Somalia demands Israel withdraw Somaliland recognition. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Somalia has demanded Israel reverse its recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland, condemning the move as an act of "aggression that will never be tolerated".
(2025-12-28). Defence spending has "fundamentally rebalanced" NATO. aljazeera.com "All NATO allies were spending 2 percent [of their GDP] but now he [President Trump] wanted to raise the bar to …"
(2025-12-28). Trump's Christmas Day strikes on Nigeria beg question: Why Sokoto? responsiblestatecraft.org For the first time since President Trump publicly excoriated Nigeria's government for allegedly condoning a Christian genocide, Washington made good on its threat of military action on Christmas Day when U.S. forces conducted airstrikes against two alleged major positions of the Islamic State (IS-Sahel) in northwestern Sokoto state. According to several sources familiar with the operation, the airstrike involved at least
(2025-12-28). 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.
(2025-12-28). Row deepens over vanished river wave in Munich. geo.tv 
(2025-12-28). 21 Islamic, African states condemn Israel's recognition of Somaliland as destabilizing. tehrantimes.com Representatives of 21 Islamic, Arab, and African countries on Friday condemned Israel's recognition of Somaliland as a sovereign state, calling it a violation of international law and a threat to regional stability, Anadolu reported Saturday.
(2025-12-28). Russia launches massive 500-drone barrage on Ukraine infrastructure | Putin. hindustantimes.com Russia launched one of its largest aerial assaults on Ukraine, deploying over 500 drones in a coordinated strike that targeted key infrastructure and military sites. The massive barrage underscores Moscow's escalating air campaign as fighting intensifies and diplomatic efforts stall. Ukrainian officials say air defenses were activated nationwide amid growing concerns over winter attacks and long-term strategic pressure from Russia. Watch the full video to know more.
(2025-12-28). Economists Call For The Suspension Of Sri Lanka's Debt. popularresistance.org The Institute of Political Economy (IPE), Sri Lanka and the UK-based Debt Justice issued a joint statement demanding the International Monetary Fund (IMF) suspend Sri Lanka's debt repayment to help it tackle its prolonged economic crisis compounded by Cyclone Ditwah. | The statement, signed by over 120 well-known economists from across the world including Jayati Ghosh and Utsa Patnaik from India, Nobel-prize winner Joseph Stiglitz, and French economist Thomas Piketty, asks the IMF to prioritize the welfare of people and their development over financial obligations to external creditors.
(2025-12-28). 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.
(2025-12-28). "Who Am I" , a Documentary Film. globalresearch.ca First published on November 7, 2024 | "Who Am I" is part of a long-term series on self-empowerment by Dr. Gary Null. | In this episode, we have to look back, and we can look back to the greatest generations who suffered …
(2025-12-28). Gol Gohar stun Esteghlal in 2025/26 PGPL. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Gol Gohar football team shocked Esteghlal with a 1-0 victory on Sunday in the 2025/26 Persian Gulf Professional League, climbing above their hosts in the standings.
(2025-12-28). The women held by Hamas are answering the question no one wanted to ask. haaretz.com This weekend, former hostage Romi Gonen shared her testimony of sexual assault in Hamas captivity. It had been in the minds of Israelis, informing the urgency of calls to 'bring them home' — horrors long feared but left unspoken…
(2025-12-28). PBC rejects Punjab's new property law. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Bar Council (PBC) has unanimously rejected the Punjab Protection of Ownership of Immovable Property Act, 2025, warning the PML-N Punjab government to refrain from what it termed the "unlawful aspirations of land mafias". | The decision was taken during the 247th meeting of the PBC, held on Saturday at the Supreme Court Building in Islamabad, with Vice Chairman Chaudhry Tahir Nasrullah Warraich presiding. | In a strongly worded resolution, the PBC condemned the Punjab government for passing the law, stating that it was unconstitutional, unlawful and in direct conflict with established legal framewo…
(2025-12-28). Hakimi to feature in Morocco's final AFCON group game: Regragui. newarab.com 
"What he has done to come back is extraordinary. What I can say is that Achraf will play tomorrow," Regragui said Sunday in Rabat, on the eve of Morocco's last group game. | "Whether he starts or not it will be his first match at the AFCON. | "What w…
(2025-12-28). Is the Planet Heading Toward Another Era of Religious Battles? thinktank.pk In an era marked by geopolitical shifts, economic pressures, and cultural clashes, the question of whether humanity is on the brink of renewed religious wars looms large. Historical precedents like the Crusades or the Thirty Years' War remind us of how faith-based divisions can escalate into widespread violence. Today, with conflicts simmering in regions like …
(2025-12-28). Italy arrests nine over alleged Hamas funding through charities. newarab.com 
Italian prosecutors said on Saturday they had arrested nine people on suspicion of The suspects are accused of "belonging to and having financed" the Palestinian group, which the European Union designates as a terrorist organisation, prosecutors in the northern Italian city of Genoa said in a statement. | Those arrested allegedly diverted to Hamas-linked entities around 7 million euros ($8.24 million) raised…
(2025-12-28). Afghanistan says working with Tajikistan to investigate deadly border clash. geo.tv 
Taliban acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi speaks during a news conference in Kabul Afghanistan September 14, 2021. — ReutersTajik forces killed three alleged militants crossing from Afghanistan.Taliban say they are jointly investigating with Tajikistan.Kabul warns of…
(2025-12-28). Javad Zarif: Main threat to the Middle East is Israel, not Iran. aljazeera.com Iran's former foreign minister argues Israel, backed by the US, has killed every opportunity for peace.
(2025-12-28). Israeli settlers rampage through West Bank towns, torch Palestinian cars and vandalize homes. tehrantimes.com Illegal Israeli settlers attacked and damaged Palestinian properties in the occupied West Bank on Sunday.
(2025-12-28). Google rolls back portrait lock setting in Phone app beta. tribune.com.pk Google briefly tested a new setting in its Phone app that allowed users to lock calls in portrait mode, a move aimed at addressing complaints about the recently introduced landscape calling screen. | The option, labelled "Keep portrait mode on calls," was added to the app's beta channel and designed to prevent accidental screen rotation during calls, particularly for users who keep system-wide auto-rotate enabled. | The landscape interface features a two-column layout, with caller details on one side and call controls on the other, a change that some users found disruptive while on the move. | However, the fea…
(2025-12-28). Dubai to host 48 fireworks displays for New Year's celebrations. geo.tv 
An aerial view of fireworks in Dubai. — X@DXBMediaOfficeDUBAI: As the countdown to 2026 begins, Dubai is preparing to light up the sky with an awe-inspiring spectacle of fireworks. In a celebration set to captivate the world, Dubai will host 48 dazzling fireworks displays…
(2025-12-28). Trump says Zelensky 'Has nothing' without U.S. approval on Ukraine peace deal. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky "doesn't have anything until he approves it," underscoring Washington's decisive role in shaping any potential peace deal with Russia. The remarks come ahead of a high-stakes meeting between the two leaders, as Kyiv presents a new 20-point proposal aimed at ending the nearly four-year war. Trump's comments highlight growing pressure on Ukraine to make concessions, even as Moscow shows little sign of shifting its position. Watch the full video to learn more.
(2025-12-28). Folios of Amol's history examined by cultural heritage experts. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Research Institute of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts has recently reviewed a number of historical documents and narratives related to the ancient city of Amol, located in Iran's northern Mazandaran province, which was historically known as Tabarestan.
(2025-12-28). 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.
(2025-12-28). Amsterdam based Nebius partnered w/ DataOne trying to destroy Vineland NJ with H2O Stealing Data Center. fightbackbetter.com Editor's Note: It is also an appropriate aside to use this opportunity to question the current use of data in…
(2025-12-28). Israeli cinema figures who withdrew from government-sponsored awards re-submit candidacy. haaretz.com After Culture Minister Miki Zohar threatened to repeal the law that provides state funding for film projects, several boycott candidates agreed to take part in his alternative awards ceremony following a veteran filmmaker's promise that funding for Israeli cinema would continue…
(2025-12-28). Cuba condemns militarization of Taiwan and supports Chinese sovereignty. radiohc.cu The Cuban government, through its Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez, expressed its rejection this Sunday, December 28, of the United States' plans to carry out a massive arms sale to Taiwan, warning that this action threatens China's territorial integrity and the stability of the Asia-Pacific region. | The Cuban Foreign Minister reaffirmed the island's historical position in defense of the "One China" principle, while emphasizing that Taiwan is an inalienable part of the Asian giant and that the supply of military equipment by Washington undermines regional peace efforts. | With a statement from the Cuban Foreign…
(2025-12-28). Young man injured during national strike dies in Ecuador. plenglish.com Quito, Dec. 28 (Prensa Latina) Ecuadorian indigenous man Edison David Farinango died after spending two months hospitalized with injuries sustained during the repression of the strike against measures implemented by President Daniel Noboa, local media reported.
(2025-12-28). Is the UAE sailing Israel's ship in the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea? tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The United Arab Emirates has long sought to project itself as a modern, pragmatic power, striking a balance between economic dynamism and regional influence. Yet its deepening partnership with Israel reveals a trajectory that is less about stability and more about embedding Israeli interests into fragile states. From southern Yemen to Somaliland and Sudan, Abu Dhabi's actions increasingly resemble those of a proxy, enabling Israel's ambitions in one of the world's most sensitive maritime corridors.
(2025-12-28). 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.
(2025-12-28). Lukashenko comments on his health status after on-ice slip. eng.belta.by "Just a typical work situation: toughen up your own so others think twice. All is good. Feeling fine, aside from a strained back muscle. Getting ready for the next game," the head of state said.
(2025-12-28). Why is it that the UK government can't define Islamophobia? aljazeera.com The proposed official definition of anti-Muslim hostility that does not address Islamophobia is dangerously inadequate.
(2025-12-28). Niger's military rulers order 'general mobilisation' against armed groups. aljazeera.com Military rulers expand emergency powers, warning that people, property, and services may be requisitioned.
(2025-12-28). Mustafa Kamal accuses Altaf Hussain of ordering Imran Farooq killing. tribune.com.pk 
Senior Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan leader and Federal Minister Mustafa Kamal on Sunday accused the party's founder, Altaf Hussain, of orchestrating the murder of senior MQM leader Dr Imran Farooq. | Speaking at a press conference in Karachi, Kamal alleged that Hussain ordered the killing while intoxicated. He said the murder was carried out on Hussain's instructions. | Dr Farooq was among the founding members of the MQM when it began as a student movement. He was widely regarded as the party's ideological architect and played a key role in shaping its constitution, discipline and organisational structure…
(2025-12-28). Hezbollah secretary-general to deliver speech today. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — The Secretary-General of Lebanon's Hezbollah will deliver a speech today, Sunday, during a ceremony commemorating one of the resistance commanders.
(2025-12-28). Dubai police seize electric bikes from 90 riders for dangerous stunts at Kite beach. geo.tv 
This image shows e-bikes seized by Dubai Police at Kite Beach sports tracks. — X/@DubaiPoliceHQDubai Police have taken action against 90 individuals, seizing their electric bikes after they were caught performing dangerous stunts on the sports tracks near Kite Beach, a popular…
(2025-12-28). Saturday 12/27: The white supremacist subtext of Greenland rhetoric: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of The American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2025-12-28). IAF to show second Iranian female-directed feature film. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The restored version of "The Sealed Soil," a 1977 Iranian film directed by Marva Nabili, will be shown at the cinematheque of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) in Tehran on Monday.
(2025-12-28). The weakness of the world in our struggle. tehrantimes.com TORONTO – When the world fails to uphold justice, it becomes an obligation of the oppressed to fulfil it. Demanding rights and justice from a world that has turned a blind eye to a genocide that has been occurring for over 70 years, and is now at its worst state, is a meaningless endeavor.
(2025-12-28). German journalist says Israeli prison authorities raped her. thecanary.co 
German journalist Anna Liedtke has accused Israeli prison authorities of raping her. Liedtke was part of the Freedom Flotilla which was intercepted and detained by Israel. Speaking publicly on the matter, the journalist said that she had been subjected to sexual violence during her prison transfer by Zionist Israeli forces. BREAKING: Israel detains activists and […] | By
(2025-12-28). Excelentes vínculos bilaterales entre Cuba y Rusia. cubadebate.cu Desde que el experimentado diplomático asumió el alto cargo en Cuba, en febrero de 2023, las relaciones entre ambos países han continuado fortaleciéndose. Para conocer sus criterios sobre éste y otros aspectos, Cubaenresumen conversó con Víktor Koronelli quien anteriormente representó a su país en Argentina y de México.
(2025-12-28). øCuántos animales ves en la imagen? cubadebate.cu øSi más de 80% de usuarios que lo intentaron, siempre se equivocaron, crees tú que puedes resolver este difícil reto viral? Pues si es así, a continuación te dejamos este acertijo visual que puso de cabeza Facebook y todas las redes sociales. Lo único que tienes que hacer es descubrir con exactitud el número de animales que aparecen en la ilustración.
(2025-12-28). Día de los Inocentes: Cómo pasó de una conmemoración religiosa a celebrar las bromas. cubadebate.cu El Día de los Inocentes es una fecha en la que abundan las bromas y las travesuras. De hecho, es frecuente toparse con información falsa sobre acontecimientos serios. Sin embargo, su origen tiene un trasfondo completamente opuesto. Y es que en sus inicios, la conmemoración recordaba un episodio trágico relatado en la Biblia.
(2025-12-28). Francia de luto por muerte de icónica actriz Brigitte Bardot. cubadebate.cu Personalidades y organizaciones de diversos ámbitos de la sociedad francesa reaccionaron con pesar y rindieron homenaje a la emblemática actriz Brigitte Bardot, cuyo deceso fue anunciado hoy. Desde el presidente de la República, Emmanuel Macron, y líderes de fuerzas políticas hasta figuras de la cultura gala y activistas defensores de los animales evocaron a Bardot.
(2025-12-28). Estrenan en Moscú la obra multigénero ´Morozko ª. radiohc.cu En el Centro Nacional ´Rusia ª se presentó el espectáculo contemporáneo multigénero, ´Morozko ª, con la participación de destacados artistas, según constató hoy Prensa Latina. | La producción se basa en el famoso cuento de hadas ruso, pero con un toque moderno, y los papeles principales son interpretados por destacados actores y estrellas del teatro ruso, en el que el que el ballet, el folclore y la multimedia se combinaron en una sola producción. | El Centro Nacional ´Rusia ª fue creado por orden del Presidente de la Federación Rusa, y uno de sus objetivos es preservar la cultura…
(2025-12-28). Arriba ferry "Perseverancia" a la Isla de la Juventud. cubadebate.cu El Grupo Empresarial de Transporte Marítimo Portuario (GEMAR) y la empresa armadora Prácticos de Cuba informan que la reparación planificada del ferry "Perseverancia", calificada como intermedia por la sociedad clasificadora, concluyó el pasado 24 de diciembre, luego de que la embarcación cumpliera con éxito las pruebas de muelle y mar.
(2025-12-28). Gmail permitirá cambiar tu dirección de correo. radiohc.cu Gmail se ha consolidado como mucho más que un servicio de correo electrónico. Para millones de personas representa una identidad digital que se mantiene durante años e incluso décadas. | En muchos casos, la elección de una dirección ocurre con prisa y sin demasiada reflexión, lo que provoca que esa decisión acompañe al usuario en el trabajo, en trámites oficiales y en buena parte de su vida en línea. | Durante mucho tiempo, una de las limitaciones más frustrantes del servicio consistió en la imposibilidad de modificar el nombre de usuario una vez creado. | Google mantuvo una postura firme en este aspecto. Una cue…
(2025-12-28). La mirada agradecida de una madre. cubadebate.cu "El niño llegó a nuestra institución con una fascitis necrotizante por una bacteria que ponía en peligro su vida. Se actuó con rapidez, y sin dudar un segundo se remitió hacia terapia intensiva", comenta Anaelys Santana àÅlvarez, Directora de la importante institución de salud. La lesión obligó a una compleja intervención quirúrgica, a lo que siguió una estancia de 40 días en la sala de cuidados intensivos.
(2025-12-28). Tormentas invernales provocan la cancelación de miles de vuelos en Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu La red de transporte aéreo de los Estados Unidos enfrenta una de sus jornadas más críticas de este año debido a un sistema frontal que ha paralizado operaciones en aeropuertos estratégicos.
(2025-12-28). Tormentas invernales provocan la cancelación de miles de vuelos en Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu La red de transporte aéreo de los Estados Unidos enfrenta una de sus jornadas más críticas de este año debido a un sistema frontal que ha paralizado operaciones en aeropuertos estratégicos.
(2025-12-28). Desde Egipto felicitan a Cuba por triunfo de su Revolución. radiohc.cu La Asociación de Amistad Egipcio-Cubana -CEFA-, felicitó este domingo al pueblo y al Gobierno de la isla por el aniversario 67 del triunfo de su Revolución y denunció el bloqueo impuesto por el gobiernoo de Estados Unidos. | En una carta enviada al embajador cubano en El Cairo, el presidente de la CEFA, Kamal Gaballa, saludó la declaración de 2026, como año del centenario del líder de la Revolución cubana, Fidel Castro, un hecho que consideró "un incentivo para fortalecer la unidad nacional y seguir defendiendo la independencia y la soberanía". | También reiteró el pleno apoyo de la organización a la defensa de l…
(2025-12-28). Somaliland: How The World Reacted To Israeli Recognition. popularresistance.org Israel's decision to become the first country to recognise the breakaway region of Somaliland has been condemned by a string of countries, while the US president said he was not ready to immediately follow in Israel's footsteps. | Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's prime minister, announced on Friday that he had signed a mutual declaration to recognise Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state. | Somaliland has been part of the unified Somali Republic since 1960, but declared its independence in 1991 and established a de facto state.
(2025-12-28). Festival cubano de la Salsa anuncia participación de varias compañías de baile. radiohc.cu El Festival de la Salsa en Cuba es mucho más que una celebración de música; es un espacio donde el ritmo y la danza se fusionan para dar vida a una de las tradiciones más emblemáticas de la Isla. | El evento no solo reúne a las mejores orquestas de salsa del archipiélago, sino que también se convierte en un punto de encuentro para bailarines y amantes del baile. | Durante el festival, los asistentes tienen la oportunidad de aprender, compartir y disfrutar del baile en todas sus formas, desde las clases abiertas hasta las presentaciones de compañías y escuelas de baile. Y es que el festival ofrece la posibilidad d…
(2025-12-28). ´TRUMP A DÉCIDÉ DE DÉTRUIRE L'UE ET LE G7 ª. thealtworld.com Guerre en Ukraine, négociations États-Unis Russie, Donald Trump et Union européenne : Thierry Meyssan analyse un basculement géopolitique qui peut tout changer. OTAN, G7, Europe et sécurité collective sont au c≈ìur de cet épisode. Une lecture brute des rapports de force et des coulisses du pouvoir. | Dans cette émission GPTV, Thierry Meyssan part d'un point central : selon lui, Donald Trump a ´ décidé de détruire l'Union européenne ª et de mettre fin au G7, une orientation qu'il relie à des documents préparatoires et à une bataille interne à Washington sur la ligne à suivre. Il explique po…
(2025-12-28). San Petersburgo enviará tres ambulancias y un Lada Iskra a Cuba. cubadebate.cu El Gobernador de San Petersburgo, Aleksandr Beglov, inspeccionó tres ambulancias y un Lada Iskra que se destinarán al sistema de salud cubano. Durante su visita a Cuba en noviembre de este año, el Gobernador de San Petersburgo entregó los certificados para los vehículos a los Gobernadores de las provincias de La Habana, Matanzas y Santiago de Cuba.
(2025-12-28). Denuncian detención arbitraria de periodista Mohammad Faraj. radiohc.cu La Red de Intelectuales, Artistas y Movimientos Sociales en Defensa de la Humanidad (REDH) denunció la detención arbitraria e injustificada del periodista Mohammad Faraj, integrante del medio de comunicación panárabe Al Mayadeen, quien permanece detenido hoy en Jordania. | Un comunicado de la organización indicó que el profesional permanece desaparecido "luego que agentes policiales lo separaran de su familia en el Aeropuerto Internacional Reina Alia ª del país Hachemita. | El texto denunció que este hecho constituye una grave violación de los derechos humanos y un ataque directo a la libertad de prensa, que…
(2025-12-28). Trump recibe a Zelensky: Plan de paz para Ucrania está en fase final. cubadebate.cu El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, recibió este domingo a su par ucraniano, Volodymir Zelensky, para abordar un plan de paz destinado a poner fin a la guerra en Ucrania contemplando garantías fuertes, y aseguró que las negociaciones se encuentran en su "fase final", aunque descartó fijar una fecha límite para alcanzar un acuerdo.
(2025-12-28). OTAN declarada "nà£o eterna" — Uma leitura crítica sobre a nova Estratégia de Seguranàßa Nacional dos EUA. strategic-culture.su A classe dominante europeia encontra-se agora isolada, amplamente impopular e desamparada. | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | U…
(2025-12-28). Belarusian athletes compete in 2025/2026 Tour de Ski in Italy. eng.belta.by The prestigious multi- 2025/2026 Tour de Ski has kicked off in Toblach, Italy, featuring Belarusian athletes.
(2025-12-28). Destaca Primer Ministro desempeño de la agricultura urbana durante más de tres décadas. cubadebate.cu El primer ministro cubano, Manuel Marrero Cruz, reconoció el desempeño de la agricultura urbana en el fomento de una cultura alimentaria y nutricional de la población.
(2025-12-28). Zelensky heads to US seeking security guarantees as Russia escalates strikes. hindustantimes.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he is travelling to the United States for talks with President Donald Trump, stressing the need for firm security guarantees as Russia launched a massive new attack on Ukraine. Speaking en route, Zelensky said Ukraine would not legally recognise any occupied territories and highlighted red-line issues, including the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. He underscored the importance of European support, additional air defence systems and missiles, and warned that Russia's strikes show its true response to peace efforts. Zelensky also said any future election or referendum w…
(2025-12-28). Zelensky talks with allies en route to US as Russia pummels Ukraine. newarab.com 
(2025-12-28). Zelensky visits Canada en route to US amid Russia attacks. tribune.com.pk 
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Canada Saturday for talks on his way to a meeting with US President Donald Trump, hours after Russia pummelled Kyiv with drones and missiles in its latest attack on the capital. | Later Saturday, Russia also claimed fresh gains on the ground with the capture of two towns at different spots along the frontlines. | Zelensky said the Russian onslaught showed Moscow had no intention of ending the invasion it launched in February 2022 and which has killed tens of thousands of people. | Before scheduled talks with Trump in Florida on Sunday, Zelensky met in Halifax w…