Israel’s new ban on dozens of aid organisations working in Gaza will have “catastrophic” consequences for the delivery of vital services in the devastated territory and will put Palestinian lives “at imminent risk”, diplomats,…
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EU’s top diplomat rejects Russian claims of Ukrainian attack on government sites
Russia’s defence ministry also released a video of what it said was a local resident who described hearing a rocket-like noise at the time of the alleged attack.
However, one Russian investigative media outlet said it had spoken to more than a…
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Syria removes Assad family from banknotes in currency relaunch
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Syria will replace banknotes bearing ousted president Bashar al-Assad’s face and slash two zeros from the pound in a bid to…
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Turkey detains 125 more ISIS suspects amid countrywide sweep
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Turkish authorities on…
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Uvira and Kaziba crisis in South Kivu – Assessing the situation of conflict affected populations via mVAM (Round 1) Data collected on 19th – 21st December 2025 – ReliefWeb
- Uvira and Kaziba crisis in South Kivu – Assessing the situation of conflict affected populations via mVAM (Round 1) Data collected on 19th – 21st December 2025 ReliefWeb
- DR Congo city sees influx of people fleeing fighting The Express Tribune
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Sydney New Year’s Eve strikes more sombre tone as fireworks follow minute’s silence for Bondi | Australia news
Australia paused to show solidarity with the Jewish community as New Year’s Eve festivities rolled across the nation.
Weeks on from the Bondi Beach terrorist attack, hundreds of thousands of people around the Sydney Harbour observed a minute’s…
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10 Conflicts to Watch in 2026 – International Crisis Group
- 10 Conflicts to Watch in 2026 International Crisis Group
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- It’s not just Taiwan… Five flashpoints that could spark World War Three…
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Chinese premier chairs State Council executive meeting on water network construction
Chinese premier chairs State Council executive meeting on water network construction
BEIJING, Dec. 31 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang Wednesday chaired a State Council executive meeting at which…
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Pakistan Expresses Concern Over Resurgence of Violence in Yemen
Pakistan expresses deep concern over resurgence of violence in Yemen. Pakistan reiterates its support for the unity and territorial integrity of Yemen, as well as all efforts aimed at establishing lasting peace and…
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Pacifist Japan has slowly transformed from exclusively self-defense to a military buildup
TOKYO — Japan is barreling forward with efforts to significantly boost its military capabilities to stand up to China’s growing threats by doubling annual arms spending. The goal comes as Tokyo’s main ally, the United States, pushes for more…
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