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Russia-Ukraine Conflict; Key Events of December 26, 2024

The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict has entered its 1,036th day, with new developments continuing to shape the geopolitical landscape. Here’s a summary of the key events unfolding on Thursday, December 26, 2024. Fighting in Eastern Ukraine Heavy fighting has intensified around the city of Pokrovsk......

Biden Faces Crucial Decision on US-Japan Steel Deal

The proposed $15 billion acquisition of US Steel by Japan’s Nippon Steel has reached a critical juncture, leaving the final decision in the hands of United States President Joe Biden. This development comes after the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) failed to reach a......

Biden Commutes Sentences for 37 Federal Death Row Inmates

U.S. President Joe Biden has commuted the sentences of 37 out of 40 federal death row inmates, transforming their punishment into life imprisonment without parole. This significant decision aligns with his administration's moratorium on federal executions and highlights his longstanding opposition......

 Reassurance on Increased Drone Sightings in the U.S.

President Joe Biden recently addressed growing concerns over increased drone sightings in East Coast states, assuring the public that there was no cause for alarm. Speaking at the White House, Biden stated, “Nothing nefarious, apparently,” emphasizing that authorities are closely monitoring......

TikTok Faces New Setback in the U.S.: Imminent Ban Looms

TikTok continues to struggle against a law passed by the U.S. Congress and signed by President Joe Biden, which mandates the platform's ban unless it is sold by its parent company, ByteDance. This law is set to take effect on January 19, 2024. However, just one week ago, TikTok filed an emergency......

FBI Director Christopher Wray Announces Resignation Ahead of Administration Transition

FBI Director Christopher Wray has revealed his plan to step down at the end of President Joe Biden’s term in January. The announcement follows President-elect Donald Trump's decision to nominate Kash Patel, a staunch loyalist, as the next FBI director.   During a town hall meeting, Wray......

Syrian Rebels Declare Assad’s Rule Over Amid Dramatic Offensive

In a stunning development, Syrian rebels, led by radical Islamist factions, declared the fall of President Bashar al-Assad and the "liberation" of Damascus on Syrian state television. The announcement marked the end of over five decades of Assad family rule, culminating in a swift offensive......

Biden Considers Preemptive Pardons for US Officials Amid Trump’s Incoming Administration

US President Joe Biden is contemplating the possibility of issuing preemptive pardons for current and former public officials who might become targets of President-elect Donald Trump’s upcoming administration. This potential move comes in response to fears of politically motivated retribution as......

Africa's Lobito Project Civil Society Skeptical of Its Impact on the Local Economy

The Lobito Corridor is a large-scale infrastructure project that aims to connect Angola's Atlantic Ocean coast to the mining regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia. This project, which has garnered significant attention, is being promoted by US President Joe Biden during his......

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