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đź“…December 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM
US airstrikes target ISIS in Nigeria; Russia-Ukraine war escalates with strikes on Dnipro, Pokrovsk captured; DRC-Rwanda peace deal signed; Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire amid global conflicts.
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US Launches Deadly Airstrikes on ISIS Terrorists in Nigeria

President Donald Trump directed strikes against ISIS militants in northwestern Nigeria, described as targeting 'terrorist scum' killing Christians, coordinated with Nigerian authorities. US Secretary of War warned of more strikes to come. Locals in Soto state found projectile debris from the attack.Source 1Source 3

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Russia Captures Pokrovsk After Months of Heavy Fighting in Ukraine

Russian forces claim to have captured Pokrovsk in Donetsk Oblast following intense battles in the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war. This advances Russia's Pokrovsk offensive. Four killed and 40 injured in a separate Russian Iskander missile strike on Dnipro.Source 2

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Russian Missile Strike Kills Four in Dnipro, Ukraine

A Russian Iskander missile hit Dnipro, killing four people and injuring at least 40 others. Attacks continue amid the war, with Russia launching strikes on Ukraine's Odesa for a second night, damaging energy infrastructure. Ukrainian drones targeted Moscow region.Source 2Source 3Source 7

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DRC and Rwanda Presidents Sign Peace Agreement in Washington

Presidents Félix Tshisekedi of DRC and Paul Kagame of Rwanda formally signed a peace deal hosted by US President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C. This aims to end their conflict. The agreement marks a diplomatic breakthrough.Source 2

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Thailand and Cambodia Sign Ceasefire After Deadly Border Clashes

Thailand and Cambodia agreed to a ceasefire following weeks of deadly border clashes. The deal seeks to de-escalate tensions. Russia attacked Kyiv ahead of Ukraine-US talks on the same day.Source 5Source 7

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US Navy Strikes Drug Traffickers' Boat in Pacific, Killing Four

The US Navy targeted a boat in the Pacific Ocean carrying illegal narcotics, killing four people onboard, per US Southern Command. This is part of the war on drugs. The strike highlights ongoing anti-trafficking operations.Source 2

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ISIL Attacker Kills Two US Service Members in Syria

An ISIL member opened fire on a joint Syrian-American convoy in Palmyra, killing two US troops and one civilian interpreter, injuring three others before being killed. The incident underscores persistent threats in the Syrian conflict. US Central Command identified the attacker.Source 2

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Nigeria Grants Asylum to Guinea-Bissau Opposition Leader

Nigeria provided asylum to Fernando Dias da Costa, opposition leader and presidential candidate, at its embassy in Bissau to shield him from military junta detention. This follows the 2025 Guinea-Bissau coup. The move strains regional relations.Source 2

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Israel Issues Evacuation Order for Hezbollah Airstrikes in Lebanon

The Israeli military ordered evacuations in southern Lebanese villages ahead of planned airstrikes on Hezbollah targets. Tensions persist in the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. This prepares for escalated operations.Source 2

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Beijing Court Orders Malaysia Airlines to Pay MH370 Families

A Chinese court ruled Malaysia Airlines must pay CNÂĄ2.9 million (US$410,000) each to families of eight missing passengers from MH370, which vanished in 2014. The compensation addresses long-standing claims. The flight departed Kuala Lumpur for Beijing.Source 2

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Canada Joins EU's Security Action for Europe Initiative

Canada agreed to participate in the EU's Security Action for Europe, boosting access for Canadian defense firms to EU markets and encouraging European investment. This strengthens Canada-EU defense ties. The deal enhances transatlantic security cooperation.Source 2