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๐Ÿ“…December 12, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Global politics in December 2025 highlight intensifying Russia-Ukraine conflict amid stalled peace talks, rising Sino-Japanese tensions over Taiwan, escalating conflicts in Central Africa, and notable diplomatic climate cooperation between China and France.
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Renewed Intensification of Russian Strikes in Ukraine Amid Stagnant Peace Efforts

Russian strikes on Ukraine have intensified while diplomatic attempts to end the war, including a leaked 28-point plan favoring Moscow, have failed. Ukraine resists ceding territory despite severe conflict tolls, while the U.S. struggles to exert long-term leverage for settlementSource 1.

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Japan Declares Military Support for Taiwan, Escalating Sino-Japanese Tensions

Japanese PM Takaichi stated Japan would militarily defend Taiwan if China invades, provoking sharp Chinese diplomatic and military responses and regional instability in the East China Sea and Taiwan StraitSource 1.

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UN Reports Rise in Conflict and Displacement in Central Africa, Urges Ceasefire

The UN briefs on escalating violence in Central Africa resulting in over half a million displaced persons, especially in the DRC, and calls for immediate cessation of hostilities per Security Council resolution 2773, highlighting risks of broader regional conflictSource 2.

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China and France Sign Joint Climate Change Statement, Emphasizing Cooperation

During President Macron's visit, China and France pledged enhanced collaboration on accelerating global renewable energy, carbon pricing, methane reduction, and climate finance to support developing countries before 2035Source 3.

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UN International Day of Neutrality Highlights Challenges to Neutrality in Modern Geopolitics

The UN marks neutrality day reflecting on evolving geopolitical fragmentation with new power coalitions like BRICS and CRINKS reshaping global influence, raising questions about the viability of neutrality in 2025Source 4.

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Conflict Dynamics in Europe and Central Asia Marked by Predominant Government Involvement in 2025

Throughout 2025, government forces have been involved in 99% of conflict events across Europe, the Caucasus, Central and Southeast Asia, indicating state-centralized conflict trendsSource 5.

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Trump Administration Influences U.S. Western Balkans Policy Amid European Hesitation on Ukraine

Analysts note significant upheaval in U.S. policy in the Western Balkans under Trump, contrasting with European hesitance on Ukraine, affecting regional power dynamics and conflictsSource 6.

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Rising Flashpoints in Indo-Pacific Region Include China-Philippines and Cambodia-Thailand Tensions

2025 saw a surge in Indo-Pacific tensions, with notable standoffs including China-Philippines and border confrontations between Cambodia and Thailand, contributing to regional instabilitySource 7.

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Global Humanitarian Funding Cuts Threaten Response to Protracted and Neglected Crises

Reports indicate global funding for humanitarian crises has been cut by 40-50% for protracted crises and over 50% for neglected ones, complicating responses to worsening conflicts and displacement worldwideSource 8.

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Sudan and Lake Chad Basin Face Ongoing Insecurity and Political Risks

UN briefings highlight continuing security challenges in Sudan and the Lake Chad Basin, with Boko Haram affiliates adapting to military pressure, causing displacement and endangering regional stabilitySource 2.