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đź“…December 30, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Global tensions rise with Trump-Zelenskyy peace talks on Ukraine, China drills near Taiwan, Middle East strikes, border truces, and deadly attacks worldwide.
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Trump and Zelenskyy Meet Again on Ukraine Peace Deal

U.S. President Donald Trump met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Mar-a-Lago to discuss a U.S. peace proposal, including 15-year security guarantees for Ukraine. Kremlin aide praised Trump's efforts after his call with Putin, who opposes temporary ceasefires. The talks aim to end Russia's invasion amid ongoing strikes.Source 6Source 5

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China Conducts Military Drills Around Taiwan

China staged drills near Taiwan as a warning against separatist forces and external interference, affecting over 100,000 air travelers. Taiwan's aviation authority reported major disruptions. The exercises heighten regional tensions.Source 5

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Netanyahu Delivers Message to Wary Trump

Israeli PM Netanyahu met Trump amid growing wariness over Israeli actions. Netanyahu reportedly announced a peace prize for Trump post-talks. Discussions tie into broader Middle East dynamics.Source 1Source 11

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Thailand and Cambodia Sign Border Truce

Thailand and Cambodia agreed to a truce halting fierce border clashes that killed over 100 and displaced half a million. The ceasefire ends weeks of fighting.Source 1Source 9

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Israeli Strikes Wound Palestinians in Gaza

Three Palestinians wounded in Israeli strikes on Jabalia, Gaza City, and Rafah. Rain and wind also uprooted tents, causing drownings among displaced Palestinians.Source 1

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ISIL Attack Kills U.S. Personnel in Syria

An ISIL member attacked a joint Syrian-U.S. convoy in Palmyra, killing two U.S. service members and one civilian interpreter, injuring three others. The attacker was killed in return fire.Source 3

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DRC and Rwanda Sign Peace Agreement

Presidents Tshisekedi of DRC and Kagame of Rwanda signed a peace deal in Washington, hosted by Trump, to address their conflict.Source 3

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U.S. Navy Strikes Drug Boat in Pacific

U.S. Navy hit a boat carrying alleged narcotics in the Pacific, killing four onboard, per Southern Command.Source 3

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Three Turkish Police Killed by ISIS

ISIS militants killed three Turkish police officers amid stepped-up raids during winter holidays.Source 1

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Popular Forces Leader Assassinated in Rafah

Yasser Abu Shabab, anti-Hamas leader backed by Israel, was shot dead in Rafah by unidentified gunmen.Source 3

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Southern Transitional Council Captures al-Mahrah

In Yemen's civil war, the Southern Transitional Council took al-Mahrah Governorate from government forces.Source 3

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Trump Pardons Former Honduran President

Donald Trump pardoned Juan Orlando Hernández, releasing him from U.S. prison for cocaine trafficking conviction.Source 3