US Senate approves $95B aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan

Biden says he will sign the bill as soon as it reaches his desk, adding ‘the need is urgent’

Jamaica officially acknowledges Palestine as a state

Decision announced by Foreign Minister Kamina Johnson Smith following debate in Cabinet

North Korea dispatches envoy to Iran in possible cooperation hint

Defying US isolation efforts, North Korea seeks allies. A high-level economic delegation heads to Iran for talks.

Russia claims military challenges Western arms superiority myth

‘Ukraine ‘unable to achieve its goals in the counteroffensive prepared by NATO instructors,’ says defense minister

Israel to assault Gaza’s Rafah ‘soon’ — report

Israel gears up for a military operation in Rafah, Gaza, intending to evacuate residents to shelters.

Voyager 1 sends data to Earth after 5-month silence

Scientists fix communication problem in nearly 5-decade space probe, which had been returning gibberish since mid-November

Arab League convenes emergency session on Israel’s Gaza war

Arab League convenes emergency meeting to discuss Israel’s deadly offensive in Gaza, including mass graves, US veto on Palestinian UN membership, and ongoing genocidal accusations.

US votes on $95B aid for Ukraine, allies, includes TikTok ban

The US Senate is expected to vote Tuesday on a $95 billion aid package that includes $61 billion for Ukraine, $13 billion for Israel, and $8 billion for Taiwan.

US may sanction Israeli unit for rights abuses on Palestinians

Israeli battalion Netzah Yehuda faces potential US sanctions for rights violations against Palestinians in occupied territories.

Greece sees rise in organized racist attacks — UN

Attacks targeting migrants, refugees, and LGBT people in Greece have reached a 10-year high, according to a new report.

Migrants in France fear as UK threatens Rwanda deportation

A new UK law allowing deportation of migrants to Rwanda sparks fear among those waiting to cross the Channel in France.

Iraqi base blast caused by ‘stored munitions,’ not airstrike

Deadly blast at an Iraqi base triggered an investigation. Initially suspected to be an airstrike, the probe revealed an explosion of stockpiled munitions at the former Iranian militia base.

Azerbaijan and Armenia inch closer to peace deal — Aliyev

After the Nagorno-Karabakh war, Armenia and Azerbaijan take a step towards peace with the installation of the first border marker.

UK’s Sunak says Rwanda policy will proceed despite opposition

The government’s push to deport migrants to Rwanda faces ongoing legal challenges from charities, campaigners, and unions

A delicate dance: Iran’s involvement in Sudan’s conflict

Reports indicate that with Iran’s support, including the supply of military equipment such as Mohajer-6 unmanned aerial vehicles, the SAF has made notable gains against the RSF

EU agrees on expanding sanctions against Iran’s drone program

‘I want to insist that there is not going to be lasting stability in the region, as long as, the war in Gaza continues,’ says Josep Borrell

Trump hush money trial begins

Former US president accused of falsifying business records to cover up payments to porn star, Playboy model

Taiwan shaken by series of quakes, strongest at 6.3 magnitude

Taiwan’s capital, Taipei, experienced a series of earthquakes overnight, with the strongest measuring 6.3 magnitude and originating in eastern Hualien.

North Korea oversees simulated nuclear attack drill

North Korea’s latest missile launch, coupled with a simulated nuclear attack drill, has sparked outrage in South Korea.

No ‘terrorism’ relations in UNRWA — UN report

UN report reveals Israel’s “terrorism” allegations over Palestinian aid agency UNRWA remain unsubstantiated.

Taliban government to attend OIC summit in Gambia

The interim Taliban government announces its plan to send a representative to the 15th OIC Summit in Gambia.

Houthis: German frigate exit from Red Sea a positive step

German frigate Hessen was part of European Union’s ASPIDES maritime defense mission

Hundreds rally against US troop presence in Niger

Protesters in Niger demand the withdrawal of US troops as a delegation from Washington is set to visit for an orderly exit.

Haiti gang violence claims 2,500 lives — UN report

Gang violence in Haiti claims over 2,500 lives in a three-month period, with civilians bearing the brunt, as per a UN report on the worsening crisis.

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