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đź“…December 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Global headlines on Dec 25 feature Russian drone strikes on Ukraine, deadly crashes in Tanzania and Texas, Somalia's historic election, Yemen tensions, and Nigeria mosque blast amid ongoing conflicts.
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Russia Launches Deadly Drone Strikes on Ukraine into Christmas Morning

Ukraine reports Russia launched 131 drones overnight, resulting in deadly strikes as Christmas began. Ukraine's air force confirmed the attacks amid ongoing conflict. Source 1

2

Helicopter Crash on Mount Kilimanjaro Kills All 5 On Board

A rescue mission helicopter crashed on Tanzania's highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, killing five people. The incident occurred on December 25. Source 1

3

Somalis Vote in First One-Person, One-Vote Local Election in Decades

Residents of Somalia’s capital are participating in the country's first one-person, one-vote poll since 1969, marking a historic shift. The controversial election is underway. Source 1

4

Saudi Arabia Urges Yemen Separatists to Withdraw from Two Governorates

Saudi Arabia called on Yemen separatists to leave two governorates amid straining coalition ties. The demand was issued on December 25. Source 1

5

Suicide Bomb at Nigeria Mosque Kills 5, Injures Over 30

A blast during prayers at a mosque in Maiduguri, Nigeria, killed five and wounded more than 30 in an apparent suicide attack. The incident happened on December 24. Source 1Source 3

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Explosion in Moscow Kills 3, Blamed on Ukrainian Intelligence

An explosion in Moscow killed three people, including two police officers, with Russian investigators attributing it to Ukrainian intelligence. The blast occurred on December 24. Source 1

7

South Korean Lawmakers Pass Bill Targeting False Information Amid Censorship Fears

South Korea’s legislature approved heavy punitive damages for media publishing false information, despite warnings of censorship risks. The bill passed on December 24. Source 1

8

Mexican Navy Plane Crashes in Texas, Killing 6

Six people died after a Mexican Navy plane crashed in Texas, with two survivors reported by officials. The crash happened on December 23. Source 1

9

Massive Russian Strikes Cause Power Cuts Across Ukraine

Russia launched 635 drones and 38 missiles overnight, prompting widespread power outages in Ukraine after many were intercepted. Ukraine's air force reported on December 23. Source 1

10

Libya's Military Chief and 4 Others Die in Plane Crash in Turkey

Libya's prime minister confirmed the death of the military chief and four others in a plane crash in Turkey. The incident was reported on December 23. Source 1

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Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger Plan Joint Large-Scale Operations Against Extremists

Leaders of the alliance announced a joint battalion launch followed by major operations against extremists in the coming days. The call was made on December 23. Source 1