German visits South Africa as it marks 30 years of democracy

South Africa and Germany reinforced their strategic partnership as Presidents Ramaphosa and Steinmeier met to expand trade, investment, and mutual interests.

US provides $118 Million to WFP to aid millions displaced in Africa

The United Nations World Food Program received $118 million from the United States to provide life-saving assistance to over 1 million displaced people in Eastern and Central Africa.

China and Egypt back sustainable security in the Middle East

China and Egypt agreed to work together to promote peace and negotiations to address Middle East crises, including Syria and other regional conflicts.

French president to unveil new prime minister on Friday

Decision comes after Emmanuel Macron misses self-imposed deadline as he continues consultations to finalize his choice

Moldova declares emergency over Russian gas cutoff threat

The emergency powers enable the government to act quickly, including restricting energy exports

Russia says Ukraine rejected Hungary’s Christmas peace proposal

The Kremlin announced that Putin supported Orban’s proposal for a prisoner exchange and ceasefire, but Ukraine reportedly rejected the idea.

Haiti’s main airport reopens after month-long closure

The Guy Malary terminal, which handles domestic flights, also resumed operations

UN condemns Israeli presence in Golan Heights

The UN has condemned Israel’s deployment of troops into the Golan Heights buffer zone, a violation of the 1974 disengagement agreement.

US and UK target illicit gold trade with new sanctions

The United States and the United Kingdom announced fresh sanctions on Monday aimed at disrupting the illicit gold trade, which the UK claims is financing Russian President Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine and contributing to global corruption. The UK government froze the assets of four individuals allegedly involved in gold smuggling, including one individual accused

Horrific Haiti massacre targets Voodoo community, kills hundreds

A brutal massacre in Haiti, targeting the voodoo community, has left nearly 200 people dead, with the government condemning the act of “unbearable cruelty.”

UN report: 75% of Earth’s land facing permanent drying

The report reveals that from 1970 to 2020, over 75% of the world’s land has faced drier conditions compared to the previous three decades

Syria’s Assad, family flee to Russia after his regime fell

Syria’s former President Bashar al-Assad and his family have sought refuge in Russia after the collapse of his regime.

Israel restricts access in Golan amid Syrian turmoil

Israel declared closed military zones in the occupied Golan Heights after the fall of the Assad regime in Syria, citing security concerns over potential armed group infiltrations.

UAE official: Syria still in crisis, unclear if Assad is in UAE

Syrian rebel forces announced on Sunday that they had ousted Assad in a swift offensive

Opposition establishes control over Syria ending Assad’s rule

Anti-regime forces declared victory in Syria after ousting Bashar al-Assad and capturing Damascus, marking the dawn of a new political era.

Court cancels Romania’s election over Russian meddling

Allegations of Russian meddling and far-right influence led Romania’s court to void the presidential election, creating uncertainty in its political landscape.

Israeli warplanes strike southern Lebanon, breaking truce

Israeli warplanes and drones violated a fragile cease-fire by attacking southern Lebanon, bringing the total violations to 155 since November 27.

South Korea’s ruling party urges suspension of president’s powers

Leader of People Power Party says there is possibility that President Yoon may again take ‘radical’ action like his failed martial law declaration if he continues to hold onto presidential power

Israeli forces advance in Khan Younis as Gaza casualties mount

An Israeli airstrike on a tent encampment in Al-Mawasi killed 17 people, including displaced families, and ignited fires in the crowded area

Syrian, foreign militants close in on Hama, sparking mass displacement

The assault follows their rapid capture of Aleppo and has escalated international calls for de-escalation in the decade-long conflict

9 people sent to prison for interrupting Erdogan speech

The pro-Palestinian demonstrators accused Erdogan’s government of continuing to export oil to Israel despite a publicly declared embargo

New US bill aims to curb Sudan’s warring parties

The bill would impose sanctions on leaders of both sides and restrict arms sales to countries supporting the conflict.

South Korean President Yoon declares martial law

According to Yonhap news agency, the military has announced the suspension of parliamentary and political party activities

US to provide Ukraine $725m in missiles, drones and mines

The Biden administration’s latest military aid package for Ukraine includes $725 million in response to ongoing Russian aggression.

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