Following the crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane in Kazakhstan, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has accused Russia of accidentally shooting down the aircraft and then attempting to cover up the incident.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov announced that Russia will end its moratorium on the deployment of intermediate-range missiles, citing US deployments as the reason.

Syria’s new authorities have arrested nearly 300 people, including informants and pro-regime fighters, in a crackdown targeting loyalists of the ousted Bashar al-Assad.

New Georgian president Mikheil Kavelashvili begins his term amid ongoing protests, opposition challenges, and a government decision to pause EU accession discussions.

A Jeju Air plane carrying 181 passengers crashed at Muan International Airport in South Korea, resulting in the deaths of 177 passengers and crew, with only two survivors.

Senegal’s prime minister revealed that all foreign military bases in the country will be closed, marking a decisive move against French troops and part of the broader West African resistance to colonial influence.

Chad has taken control of the Faya-Largeau base as French troops begin their withdrawal from the country.

The attacks hit key locations such as the Hezyaz and Ras Kanatib power stations, along with military sites in the ports of Hodeidah, Salif, and Ras Kanatib

A Spanish NGO, Caminando Fronteras, reports that nearly 10,500 migrants died attempting to reach Spain in 2024, making it the deadliest year on record.

The ambush occurred as forces tried to search homes in the Alawite-dominated Tartus province

The attack occurred as reporters gathered to cover the reopening of the hospital, which had been shut down earlier due to escalating gang violence

Hundreds of demonstrators took to the streets to protest a series of anti-Christian attacks, including the recent burning of a Christmas tree in Hama’s northern countryside

David Lammy, the British Foreign Secretary, has warned of the “deeply alarming” situation in Sudan, where famine is rapidly increasing.

Key appointments include Eric Lombard, 66, head of Caisse des Dépôts, as finance minister, and Amélie de Montchalin as budget minister

The Panama Canal, a vital maritime route connecting the Pacific and Atlantic oceans, was constructed in the early 20th century under U.S. control

Hamas and other Palestinian groups report significant progress toward a Gaza ceasefire deal, contingent on Israel refraining from imposing new conditions.

Abdulmohsen, a psychiatrist and psychotherapist originally from Hofuf in eastern Saudi Arabia, moved to Germany in 2006 and was granted refugee status in 2016

The UN has requested an ICJ advisory opinion on Israel’s obligations to facilitate aid to Palestinians amid accusations of obstruction and humanitarian concerns in Gaza.

In his first public remarks on the matter, Putin stated that Russia had proposed maintaining its military bases in Syria under the country’s new leadership

During the D-8 Council in Cairo, Turkish foreign minister Hakan Fidan held significant discussions with Egyptian and Iranian counterparts.

The summit, scheduled for Thursday, will bring together leaders from eight developing countries to discuss ways to enhance economic cooperation and development within the group.

Assad fled the country on December 8, following the capture of Damascus by militants led by the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS)

The US emphasized the importance of maintaining communication with China, while China expressed concerns over recent US economic and trade restrictions.

In a related announcement, Israel revealed plans to open a new embassy in Moldova