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Trump and Zelenskyy Meet at Mar-a-Lago Amid Ukraine Peace Talks
President Trump hosted Ukrainian President Zelenskyy at Mar-a-Lago for high-stakes peace discussions, following Trump's phone call with Putin. Zelenskyy revealed US offers 15-year security guarantees as part of the plan. Kremlin aide praised Trump's peace efforts.
China Conducts Military Drills Around Taiwan, Disrupting 100,000 Travelers
Chinese military staged drills near Taiwan as a warning against separatism and external interference, prompting Taiwan's aviation authority to report over 100,000 affected air travelers. The exercises heighten regional tensions.
US Launches Air Strikes on ISIS Camps in Nigeria on Christmas Day
The US conducted strikes in Nigeria's Sokoto State targeting ISIS, described by Trump as a Christmas present against the group. This followed a mosque bombing in Borno State killing five. Nigerian authorities cooperated with US intelligence.
ISIL Attacker Kills Two US Service Members in Syria Ambush
An ISIL member attacked a joint Syrian-US convoy in Palmyra, Syria, killing two US troops, one civilian interpreter, and injuring three before being killed. The incident underscores ongoing risks in the Syrian conflict.
Thailand Accuses Cambodia of Violating New Ceasefire After Border Clashes
Thailand's army claimed Cambodia breached a recent ceasefire by flying more troops near the border, after weeks of fighting that killed over 100 and displaced half a million. A ceasefire was signed recently.
UK Leaders Face Backlash Over Human Rights Activist's Return from Egypt
UK opposition demands stripping citizenship from activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah over past tweets, while PM criticized for applauding his release from Egyptian prison as old messages resurface.
13 Dead in Interoceanic Train Derailment in Southern Mexico
Mexican President reported 13 fatalities from the derailment of the Interoceanic Train in southern Mexico. The incident highlights infrastructure challenges in the region.
Russia Launches Three Iranian Satellites into Orbit
Russia sent three Iranian communications satellites into space, as confirmed by Iran's state television. This strengthens bilateral ties amid global tensions.
Trump Pardons Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández
US President Trump pardoned Hernández, convicted of aiding cocaine trafficking, leading to his release from a West Virginia prison. The move impacts Honduras-US relations.
Southern Transitional Council Captures Yemen's al-Mahrah Governorate
In Yemen's civil war, the Southern Transitional Council seized al-Mahrah from government forces in the Hadhramaut offensive. This shifts control in the ongoing conflict.
Israeli Military Issues Evacuation Order in Southern Lebanon for Hezbollah Strikes
Israel ordered evacuations in southern Lebanese villages ahead of airstrikes on Hezbollah targets, escalating the Israel-Hezbollah conflict.
Nigeria Grants Asylum to Guinea-Bissau Opposition Leader Amid Coup
Nigeria sheltered Guinea-Bissau presidential candidate Fernando Dias da Costa from military junta detention at its Bissau embassy following the 2025 coup.