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Heavy fighting and Ukrainian gains around Kupyansk as Kyiv pursues counteroffensive
Ukrainian forces reported territorial advances in and around Kupyansk amid ongoing counteroffensive operations, while Russia launched large drone and missile strikes that damaged energy infrastructure; Western leaders plan talks with President Zelensky on December 15 aimed at peace discussions and possible territorial referendum proposals.
US and European leaders to meet Zelensky for peace talks following intensified warfare
US officials confirmed high-level discussions involving President Zelensky and European heads of state scheduled for December 15 to discuss a potential peace settlement and support Kyiv’s proposals, including a Ukrainian territorial referendum as part of negotiations.
Belarus pardons political prisoners after diplomatic engagement
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko pardoned 123 political prisoners in a development welcomed by the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, which called the releases a positive humanitarian step while urging release of remaining detainees and continued dialogue.
Western and regional pressure after foiled coup in Benin and Nigeria’s intervention
A foiled coup in Benin (December 7) has prompted regional debate on coups in West and Central Africa; Nigeria secured parliamentary approval for intervention while the UN and African Union strongly condemned the attempted overthrow and called for restoration of constitutional order.
EU urges Bosnia and Herzegovina to seize Dayton anniversary to progress on reforms and EU path
On the 30th anniversary of the Dayton Accords, the EU High Representative and Commissioner issued a joint statement urging Bosnian leaders to pursue reforms needed for EU accession and affirmed continued security support including EUFOR Althea.
Global governance and cooperation debates intensify as great-power competition persists
Policy analysts highlight a fragmented 2025 international landscape with intensified great-power competition, protracted regional conflicts, and calls for new cooperative frameworks — including an AI Action Summit and a widely endorsed New York Declaration on Gaza peace efforts.
UN-backed conferences and declarations push for Gaza peace and two-state solution
High-level conferences in 2025 produced the New York Declaration and a UN General Assembly–backed outcome, with 142 states supporting collective action toward a comprehensive Gaza peace plan and a revived two-state framework.
OSCE welcomes Belarus releases but reiterates call to free remaining political prisoners
OSCE Parliamentary Assembly President Pere Joan Pons welcomed recent releases in Belarus as a positive step while reminding authorities that many remain detained and calling for full respect of OSCE commitments on human rights and rule of law.
Regional coup wave and external influence raise alarm across West and Central Africa
Analysts and commentators warn that recurring coups in West and Central Africa reflect weakened institutions and external actors exploiting instability, prompting calls for a new democratic strategy and stronger regional responses.
Geopolitical outlook for 2026 centers on US, China, Russia, and Israel–Hamas dynamics
Forecasting services identify the coming year’s central geopolitical drivers as developments in the US, China, Russia, and the Israel–Hamas front, noting that outcomes there will shape global political and security trends in 2026.
Media and weekly political programs set agendas ahead of major summits and talks
News outlets and programs (e.g., Euronews and Sky News political shows) are highlighting the above developments and preparing in-depth coverage ahead of December 15 leadership meetings and other year-end diplomatic events.