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📅December 14, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Escalating Thailand-Cambodia border clashes displace thousands amid airstrikes and casualties; global tensions rise with Syria attacks, Gaza flooding, Venezuelan Nobel honor, and multiple coups.
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Thailand-Cambodia Border Clashes Intensify with Airstrikes

Royal Thai Air Force airstrikes killed nine Cambodian civilians and wounded 20, while three Thai soldiers died and 29 were injured in clashes. Over 500,000 people are displaced due to violence near disputed temple regions despite a prior US-mediated ceasefire. Regional powers like the US and China monitor the crisis closely.Source 1Source 6

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US Troops Killed by ISIS Gunman in Syria, Trump Vows Retaliation

An ISIS gunman killed US service members in Syria, prompting President Trump to promise strikes in response. Tensions in the Middle East rise as US troops face targeting amid ongoing conflicts. The attack highlights persistent threats to American forces.Source 7Source 9

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Heavy Rains Flood Gaza Tents, House Collapses in Search for Survivors

Heavy rains flooded displaced families' tents in Gaza, destroying food and bedding; rescuers search for survivors after a house collapse in northern Gaza. The disaster exacerbates humanitarian challenges in the region. Conditions worsen for vulnerable populations.Source 1Source 5

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Venezuela's Maria Corina Machado Claims Maduro's Days Numbered After Nobel Honor

Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, Nobel Peace Prize winner, states President Nicolas Maduro is in his final days; her daughter accepted the award in her place. The recognition highlights Venezuela's democracy struggle. Political pressure mounts on the regime.Source 1Source 5

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US Rebukes Rwanda for Fueling DRC Conflict at UN

The United States rebuked Rwanda at the United Nations for fueling conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Tensions persist in the region amid accusations of external involvement. Diplomatic efforts aim to curb violence.Source 5

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Iran Detains Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi Violently

Supporters report Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi was violently detained by Iranian security forces. The incident underscores ongoing repression in Iran. International concern grows over her safety.Source 5

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Sudanese Forces Drone Strike Oil Field, Dozens Killed

Dozens died in a Sudanese Armed Forces drone strike on an oil field in Heglig, West Kordofan. The civil war continues with heavy casualties from aerial attacks. Humanitarian fallout intensifies.Source 6

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Nigeria Kills 11 Bandits in Ambush to Prevent Village Attack

Nigerian Army ambushed bandits in Sabon Birni, Sokoto State, killing 11 and injuring more who planned a village assault. The operation thwarts ongoing bandit conflicts. Security forces remain proactive.Source 6

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Brazil Bill Could Shorten Bolsonaro's 27-Year Sentence

Brazilian Chamber of Deputies approved a bill reducing penalties for crimes like attempted coup, potentially shortening ex-President Jair Bolsonaro's sentence. The measure sparks debate on accountability. Legal implications loom large.Source 6

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Czech Republic Appoints Andrej Babiš as Prime Minister Again

Opposition ANO party leader Andrej Babiš appointed Prime Minister for a second non-consecutive term after 2025 parliamentary election. The move shifts Czech politics. Governance changes anticipated.Source 6

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Guinea-Bissau Junta Adopts One-Year Transitional Charter

Military junta in Guinea-Bissau suspends constitution under a one-year charter, barring interim leaders from elections and controlling reforms. Post-coup transition formalized. Stability efforts underway.Source 6

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India Faces Pressure After Major Aviation Collapse

India urged to implement reforms and better contingency planning following a major aviation incident causing chaos in skies. The event highlights vulnerabilities in air travel infrastructure. Investigations probe long-term fixes.Source 1