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Russia Captures Pokrovsk After Heavy Fighting in Ukraine
Russia claims its forces have captured Pokrovsk in Donetsk Oblast following months of intense combat in the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war. Separately, four people were killed and 40 injured in a Russian Iskander missile strike on Dnipro.
Talks on a US peace plan for Ukraine are proceeding constructively.
Deadly Russian Missile Strikes Hit Odesa and Dnipro
Russian strikes in Ukraine's Odesa region killed at least eight people, with the death toll rising amid ongoing war tensions. In Dnipro, four were killed and dozens injured in the past 24 hours from Russian bombing, including nearly 100 drones launched.
Ukraine shot down 75 of 97 drones.
Thailand and Cambodia Resume Ceasefire Talks After Clashes
Thailand and Cambodia blame each other for breaking a July ceasefire, with artillery fire, air strikes, and toxic gas accusations killing many since December 8. Thailand's foreign minister announced resumption of talks for a durable border ceasefire.
Civilians face continued danger and displacement.
DRC and Rwanda Sign Peace Agreement in Washington
Presidents FĂ©lix Tshisekedi of DRC and Paul Kagame of Rwanda signed a formal peace deal hosted by US President Donald Trump. This follows M23 rebels taking control of Uvira in South Kivu Province.
The UN urges Rwanda to withdraw forces from eastern Congo.
Bondi Beach Shooting Prompts Australia Security Review
Australia declared December 21 a day of reflection for victims of the Bondi Beach antisemitic attack that killed 15. The suspect conducted firearms training with his father, leading to a review of police and intelligence agencies.
Prime Minister Albanese emphasized adapting to changing security threats.
US Navy Strikes Drug Vessel in Pacific, Coast Guard Targets Venezuelan Oil Ship
The US Navy killed four on a Pacific boat carrying narcotics, part of anti-drug operations. US Coast Guard seized a second sanctioned oil vessel near Venezuela amid expanded Caribbean military presence.
Venezuela accuses US of trying to steal oil resources.
Russian General Killed in Moscow Car Bombing
Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov was killed in a Moscow car bomb explosion, as confirmed by investigators. This incident highlights internal security challenges in Russia.
Mass Shooting in South Africa Pub Kills Nine
Nine people died and 10 were injured in a shooting at a pub in Bekkersdal near Johannesburg. The tragedy underscores persistent gun violence concerns in the region.
ISIL Attacker Kills US Personnel in Syria
An ISIL member attacked a joint Syrian-American convoy in Palmyra, killing two US service members and one civilian interpreter, injuring three others. The attacker was killed in return fire.
Israel Issues Evacuation Order for Hezbollah Airstrikes in Lebanon
The Israeli military ordered evacuations in southern Lebanese villages ahead of airstrikes on Hezbollah targets. This escalates the Israel-Hezbollah conflict.
US Faces Backlash Over Epstein File Redactions
Bipartisan outrage grows over Justice Department's heavily redacted Epstein documents, including removal of a file featuring Donald Trump. Lawmakers cite potential legal and constitutional violations.
Japan Approves Restart of World's Largest Nuclear Plant
A local government voted to restart the massive nuclear power plant closed since the 2011 Fukushima disaster. This marks a significant step in Japan's energy policy.