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๐Ÿ“…December 30, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Global tensions rise with China-Taiwan drills, US-Ukraine peace offers, Trump-Netanyahu talks, Middle East conflicts, and deaths of key figures like Khaleda Zia.
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China Launches Military Drills Around Taiwan

China staged live-fire drills and deployed numerous aircraft and vessels near Taiwan as a warning against separatist forces and external interference. Taiwan labeled the actions provocative and heightened alerts. The US arms sale to Taiwan drew sharp criticism from China's top diplomat.Source 1Source 2Source 3

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US Offers Ukraine 15-Year Security Guarantees

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirmed the US proposed 15-year security guarantees as part of a peace plan. Zelenskyy stated the guarantees are '100% agreed.' This comes amid reports of Ukrainian drone attacks on Moscow.Source 1Source 3

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Trump and Netanyahu Hold Peace Talks on Gaza

US President Trump met Israeli PM Netanyahu for high-stakes talks on Gaza ceasefire, warning Hamas of consequences if it doesn't disarm. Discussions at Mar-a-Lago were productive but differed on West Bank settlements. Israel-Hamas negotiations stalled amid rising Gaza casualties.Source 1Source 2Source 3Source 7

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Former Bangladeshi PM Khaleda Zia Dies at 80

Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's former prime minister and political heavyweight, passed away at 80, her party announced. She was a key rival in Bangladeshi politics. A group in Bangladesh issued an ultimatum on Indian work permits.Source 1Source 2

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Saudi Arabia Bombs Yemen Over UAE Weapons Shipment

Saudi forces struck Yemen's Mukalla port targeting weapons shipment for separatists from the UAE. Yemen declared an emergency in the south. The Southern Transitional Council captured al-Mahrah from government forces.Source 1Source 4Source 5

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ISIL Attack in Syria Kills Two US Service Members

An ISIL attacker fired on a joint Syrian-US convoy in Palmyra, killing two US troops and a civilian interpreter, injuring three others. The assailant was killed in return fire. This escalates tensions in the Syrian conflict.Source 4

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DRC and Rwanda Sign Peace Agreement in Washington

Presidents Tshisekedi of DRC and Kagame of Rwanda signed a peace deal hosted by US President Trump in Washington, D.C. The agreement aims to end their border conflict. Details on implementation remain pending.Source 4

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Suriname Knife Attacker Dies by Suicide in Custody

The man who killed nine people, including four of his children, in a stabbing attack died by suicide in his cell. The incident occurred on Sunday in Suriname. Police confirmed the details Tuesday.Source 1

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US Navy Strikes Drug Boat in Pacific, Kills Four

The US Navy targeted a suspected drug trafficking vessel in the Pacific, killing four onboard per Southern Command. The strike was directed amid ongoing war on drugs efforts. This marks continued aggressive interdiction.Source 4Source 7

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Iran Currency Collapse Sparks Protests

Iran's rial collapse led to a second day of protests amid economic turmoil. The crisis highlights ongoing financial pressures. No further casualties reported yet.Source 3

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Israel Issues Evacuation Orders in Southern Lebanon

Israeli military ordered evacuations in southern Lebanese villages ahead of airstrikes on Hezbollah targets. This escalates the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. Preparations indicate imminent operations.Source 4

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Mexican President Reports 13 Dead in Train Derailment

Thirteen people died in the Interoceanic Train derailment in southern Mexico, President stated. The incident occurred recently, with investigations ongoing. Rescue efforts focused on the site.Source 1