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Russia lacks the capacity to conquer Ukraine or Europe, says US intelligence chief

The United States intelligence community does not believe that Russia has the military capability to conquer either Ukraine or Europe, according to the Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard. In a public statement shared on the social media platform X, Gabbard dismissed claims suggesting that......

Ten killed in drone strike on market in North Darfur

At least ten people were killed on Saturday when a drone strike hit a market in North Darfur, a western region of Sudan currently under the control of paramilitary forces, according to local emergency responders. The attack targeted the town of Al-Malha, where several commercial premises were set ablaze......

Woman robbed at gunpoint in central Paris, losses estimated at €100,000

A woman was assaulted and robbed at gunpoint inside her apartment in central Paris on Saturday afternoon, with the estimated losses reaching around 100,000 euros, according to police sources. The incident occurred shortly after 2:00 p.m. in the 8th arrondissement, near Boulevard Haussmann. The victim......

North Korea warns against any Japanese move toward nuclear weapons

North Korea has strongly condemned recent remarks attributed to a Japanese government official suggesting that Japan may need nuclear weapons, warning that any attempt by Tokyo to “go nuclear” must be prevented. According to North Korean state media, the statement described such a move as......

Israel approves creation of 19 new settlements in the West Bank

Israeli authorities have approved the establishment of 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, a decision that is likely to further heighten tensions in the region and draw international criticism. According to official statements, the approval brings the total number of settlements authorized......

Macron visits the UAE to celebrate Christmas with French troops

French President Emmanuel Macron began an official visit to the United Arab Emirates on Sunday, where he is spending Christmas with French troops stationed in the Gulf country. The trip also aims to strengthen strategic cooperation between Paris and Abu Dhabi, particularly in security and defense matters. Upon......

Malaysia's Anwar urges dialogue to reduce border tensions between Thailand and Cambodia

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for dialogue and restraint to ease the ongoing border tensions between Thailand and Cambodia. The calls came ahead of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) foreign ministers’ meeting scheduled for Monday. Speaking with his Thai and......

Air France flight from Paris to Ajaccio diverted to Lyon after technical issue

An Air France flight traveling from Paris to Ajaccio was forced to make an emergency diversion to Lyon on Saturday afternoon due to a technical issue reported during the journey. The incident caused concern among passengers but resulted in no injuries. The Airbus A320 had departed from Paris Orly and......

Train accident kills seven elephants in India

Seven wild elephants were killed and a young calf was injured after a train struck a herd attempting to cross a railway track in the northeastern Indian state of Assam on Saturday. The region is known for its rich wildlife and hosts a significant portion of India’s elephant population. According......

Australia mourns one week after the Bondi attack

Australians gathered in silence and remembrance one week after a deadly attack that struck a Jewish celebration on Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach. Across the country, people were invited to light candles and observe a minute of silence in honor of the victims and in solidarity with the Jewish community. The......

Iran offers support to Venezuela amid tensions with Washington

Venezuela has announced that Iran has expressed its willingness to support Caracas in the face of growing tensions with the United States. The offer was made following a phone conversation between the foreign ministers of both countries, according to Venezuelan officials. The statement comes at a time......

Putin says he is ready for dialogue with Macron, Kremlin spokesman says

Russian President Vladimir Putin is prepared to engage in dialogue with French President Emmanuel Macron, according to a statement made by Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. The remarks come amid renewed diplomatic discussions surrounding the ongoing war in Ukraine. Speaking to Russian media, Peskov said......

Lula warns that a U.S. military intervention in Venezuela would be a humanitarian disaster

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva warned on Saturday that a potential military intervention by the United States in Venezuela would result in a major humanitarian crisis and set a dangerous precedent for the world. Speaking at the opening of the Mercosur summit, Lula expressed concern......

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