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Russia launches large drone and missile strikes on Ukraine
Ukraine reports massive Russian aerial assault overnight, with hundreds of drones and missiles launched and many intercepted by air defenses; the strikes caused power outages and casualties in multiple regions .
Ukraine reports renewed power cuts after ‘massive’ Russian strikes
Ukraine’s air force said hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles were used in the latest assault, prompting widespread power cuts as air defenses engaged the barrage .
Fragile ceasefire, continued violence in Gaza
Coverage notes a fragile ceasefire in Gaza with ongoing humanitarian strain: displaced populations, limited services and intermittent fighting despite pauses in large-scale operations .
Turkey detains over 100 suspected IS members ahead of holidays
Istanbul police conducted raids at more than 120 locations and detained dozens of suspected Islamic State operatives allegedly plotting attacks on Christmas and New Year events .
Explosion in Moscow kills three; investigators point to foreign intelligence
Russian officials report an explosion in Moscow that killed three people, including police officers, and have publicly ascribed responsibility to Ukrainian intelligence in preliminary statements .
Plane crash kills Libya’s military chief and others confirmed by PM
Libya’s prime minister confirmed the death of the country’s military chief and four others in a plane crash in Turkey, prompting transitions in Libya’s military leadership .
Brazil’s ex‑President Jair Bolsonaro undergoes double hernia surgery
Bolsonaro is reported to be receiving double hernia surgery at a hospital in Brazil’s capital, according to statements from his family .
Blast at mosque in Maiduguri kills and injures worshippers
A suicide-style bomb exploded during prayers in Maiduguri, northeastern Nigeria, killing at least five people and injuring more than 30, officials reported .
Mexico: Naval aircraft crashes in Texas, six dead
A Mexican Navy plane crashed in Texas; officials report six fatalities and two survivors, with investigations underway into the cause of the crash .
South Korea passes bill targeting false information amid free‑speech concerns
South Korea’s legislature approved a bill allowing heavy damages against media outlets for publishing false or fabricated information, prompting debate over potential censorship risks .
Largest Bitcoin options expiry may drive market volatility
About $23.6 billion of Bitcoin options are set to expire, the largest such expiry; analysts warn this could spur significant BTC/USD volatility in the short term .
FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships open in Qatar
The 2025 FIDE World Rapid Championship begins in Qatar with the first games scheduled at Qatar University’s Sports and Events Complex, spotlighting top international chess talent .
Canada joins EU security initiative to deepen defense ties
Canada agreed to join the European Union’s Security Action for Europe initiative to expand defense-industry access and encourage European investment in Canadian defense firms .