c219 18:00 Pioneer Schools: Ministry cancels and reschedules exams after leak 17:40 Gironde: 88-year-old man found dead at home, suspects in custody 17:20 French national on INTERPOL red notice arrested at Marrakech Airport 17:00 Germany arrests two suspects accused of supporting separatists in Ukraine 16:50 Annual special vehicle tax payment deadline set for January 31 16:30 Polish and Finnish presidents emphasize US alliance and higher defense spending 16:00 School Holidays: Moroccan motorways prepare for heavy traffic nationwide 15:40 Mercosur Agreement: European parliament refers case to EU court of justice 15:20 Rifaat Al-Assad, uncle of Syria’s ousted president, dies in exile 15:00 Spain: Disinformation campaign falsely links Morocco to Córdoba train crash 14:40 In El Jadida, a pilot nursery paves the way for reintegration through agriculture 14:20 Donald Trump arrives in Switzerland for the Davos Forum 14:00 Kurdish protests in France lead to 24 arrests and injured police officers 13:30 CDG warns public against fake documents and forged account statements 13:00 Erdoğan affirms full support for a united and independent Syria 12:40 Storms suspend Ferry services between Tarifa and Tangier 12:20 Morocco adopts higher education law amid rising university tensions 12:00 France confirms participation in 2026 World Cup amid boycott calls 11:40 Spain: One dead and five seriously injured in new train accident 11:20 Indonesia and Malaysia condemn Israel over UNRWA headquarters demolition 11:00 ASELSAN HTRS 100 radar enhances safety at Damascus airport 10:40 Chile: President-elect José Antonio Kast appoints two former Pinochet lawyers to cabinet 10:20 Ahmad Hajjar meets the king of Bahrain to strengthen bilateral ties 10:00 China says the UK has a duty to approve its new embassy project in london 09:30 Japan: assassin of former prime minister Shinzo Abe sentenced to life imprisonment 09:00 North korea could produce up to 20 nuclear weapons per year, according to seoul 08:30 Netanyahu agrees to join Trump’s proposed “peace council” on Gaza 08:00 France calls for Nato exercise in Greenland and signals readiness to take part 07:30 Trump warns Iran of severe consequences over alleged assassination threat 07:00 Eleven injured in reported Ukrainian drone strike in Russia
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Syrian Death Toll Reaches 528,500 as Conflict Marks Historic Shift

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) has reported that Syria's devastating civil war has claimed over 528,500 lives since its outbreak in 2011, with recent figures incorporating newly confirmed casualties following significant changes in Damascus this December. The Britain-based monitoring......

Resignation of Former Israeli Defence Minister: A Turning Point in Political and Military Leadership

On January 1st, 2025, Yoav Gallant, the former Israeli Defence Minister, announced his resignation from the Israeli parliament, following a series of disagreements with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right coalition government. Gallant’s departure marks a significant moment in Israel’s......

Trump Links Illegal Immigration to New Orleans Attack

In a statement released Wednesday, President-elect Donald Trump controversially linked illegal immigration to the tragic attack in New Orleans that left at least ten dead and 35 injured in the city's famed French Quarter. According to the police, a man "determined" to cause "mayhem"......

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Key Updates and Developments

The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues to dominate global headlines, with January 2 marking the 1,043rd day of hostilities. Here are the latest developments: Escalation in Fighting On New Year’s Day, Russia launched a drone attack targeting the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, resulting......

Melilla Border Crossings Plummet as Morocco Intensifies Migration Controls

The Spanish enclave of Melilla has witnessed its lowest irregular migration numbers in over three decades, recording just 113 arrivals in 2024. This marks a dramatic shift from the previous year's figure of 340 entries, highlighting the effectiveness of enhanced border control measures. The decline......

Côte d'Ivoire's Military Base Handover and Promises for a Transparent 2025 Election

In his New Year's message, President Alassane Ouattara of Côte d'Ivoire announced the planned transfer of the French military base in Abidjan to Ivorian forces, set to take place in January 2025. This decision follows a previously agreed-upon framework for a "concerted and organized"......

Syria's Path Forward: New Leadership and the Call for Sanctions Removal

Syria's new Foreign Minister, Asaad Hassan al-Shibani, has outlined the objectives of the nation’s interim administration, emphasizing the need for dialogue, rebuilding international relations, and lifting the longstanding sanctions that have burdened the Syrian people. Speaking on New Year’s......

Iran Sets Diplomatic Meeting with European Nations on Nuclear Program

Iran has scheduled diplomatic discussions regarding its nuclear program with three major European powers for January 13 in Geneva, Switzerland, according to Iranian state media reports.  Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi, who oversees Legal and International Affairs, characterized the upcoming......

South Korea at a Crossroads: Presidential Arrest Looms Amid Political Turmoil

South Korea faces a moment of unprecedented political and legal tension as President Yoon Suk-yeol, who was impeached earlier this month, is set to be arrested before a legal deadline expires. The country’s anti-corruption chief, Oh Dong-woon, confirmed that the arrest warrant would be executed......

Macron Announces Public Vote on Key French Policy Decisions in 2025

French President Emmanuel Macron revealed plans to engage citizens directly in major national decisions through public voting in 2025, signaling a potential shift in France's approach to policy-making. The announcement came during his televised New Year's address on December 31, 2024. Macron......

25 Years of Sovereignty: Panama Celebrates Canal Handover Amid Controversy

Panama recently marked the 25th anniversary of the return of the Panama Canal to its sovereignty after decades of foreign control. The celebration, held in Panama City, honored a pivotal moment in the nation’s history but was shadowed by remarks from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, who has suggested......

Key Developments in the Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Day 1,041

As the Russia-Ukraine war reaches its 1,041st day, significant developments continue to unfold. Below is an update on the latest events as of Tuesday, December 31: Military Activity On the battlefield, a Ukrainian drone attack targeted the western Russian region of Smolensk, which borders Ukraine.......

Russia and Morocco: A Strategic Partnership in the Face of Geopolitical Challenges

Russia has expressed its appreciation for the strategic partnership with Morocco, a country it considers a "friend" and key ally in the region. Russian diplomacy has particularly highlighted Morocco's balanced stance on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, reinforcing the depth and importance......

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