December 2024
Prisoner Exchange Between Russia and Ukraine; Zelensky Thanks UAE
Ukraine and Russia conducted a prisoner exchange, with 189 Ukrainian prisoners, including two civilians, returning home. President Zelensky thanked the UAE for facilitating the exchange.…
Ilham Aliyev: Russia Should Accept Full Responsibility for the Downing of the Azerbaijani Plane
Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev has demanded that Russia accept full responsibility for the downing of an Azerbaijani passenger plane, which he claims was unintentionally shot…
Aliyev: Azerbaijani Plane Crashed Due to Russian Fire
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev stated that the crash of an Azerbaijani passenger plane in Kazakhstan, which killed 38 people, was due to Russian ground-to-air fire.…
Putin Apologizes to Azerbaijan for Downing Passenger Plane
Vladimir Putin apologized to Azerbaijan's President for the downing of a passenger plane that killed 38, while denying Russian responsibility. Eyewitness accounts suggest explosions occurred…
European Union: Ship Suspected of Damaging Finland's Cables Belongs to Russian Fleet
The European Commission has identified a Russian cargo ship as responsible for damaging critical cables in the Baltic Sea, leading to potential new sanctions against…
Operation by Ruling Groups in Syria Against Pro-Assad Militias Begins
Ruling groups in Syria have launched a military operation against pro-Assad militias, following the deaths of 14 members of anti-Assad groups. The operation is concentrated…
Passenger Plane Crash in Kazakhstan; Several Survivors Reported
A passenger plane operated by Azerbaijan Airlines crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, with initial reports indicating at least 32 survivors among the 67 occupants. The plane…
Ukraine Shot Down 52 Russian Drones
Ukraine's air defense shot down 52 out of 103 Russian drones in a recent attack, while Russia's strikes damaged buildings in several Ukrainian regions. President…
Health Ministry's Response: Blindness of 9 People 'Related to the Past'
Nine individuals went blind in a Tehran ophthalmology hospital due to a medical error, prompting a response from the Ministry of Health claiming the issue…
US Army Claims to Have Killed ISIS Leader in Deir ez-Zor, Syria
The US military has conducted an airstrike in Deir ez-Zor, Syria, killing ISIS leader Abu Yusuf and two other operatives. This operation is part of…
Workers at 7 Amazon Centers in the U.S. Go on Strike
Workers at seven Amazon centers in the U.S. went on strike demanding better wages and working conditions during the holiday shopping season. The Teamsters Union…
Heavy Casualties of North Korean Soldiers in Russia's War with Ukraine
A senior U.S. defense official reported heavy casualties among North Korean soldiers in Ukraine, with several hundred killed or wounded. This involvement raises concerns about…
Widespread Oil Spill Following Sinking of Russian Tanker in the Black Sea
A Russian tanker sank in the Black Sea, causing a significant oil spill, with two other tankers also affected during a storm. Ukraine has accused…
Russia's Attacks on Southern and Southeastern Ukraine; Zelensky Visits the Frontline
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited frontline troops in Zaporizhzhia amid intensified Russian attacks as the conflict nears its third anniversary. He awarded medals to soldiers…
The Security Council Issues a Statement in Support of Syria's Territorial Integrity
The UN Security Council is preparing to issue a statement supporting Syria's territorial integrity following discussions about the situation in Damascus. US and Russian diplomats…
Rapid Advance of Assad's Opponents Towards Homs Following Capture of Deir ez-Zor and Al-Bukamal
Syrian opposition forces have made significant advances, capturing Deir ez-Zor and reaching Homs, challenging Assad's regime. This shift is marked by the involvement of U.S.-backed…
Grossi: Iran's Government is Significantly Increasing 60% Enriched Uranium Reserves
Rafael Grossi, IAEA Director General, announced that Iran is significantly increasing its reserves of 60% enriched uranium, raising international concerns about its nuclear program. This…
Bitcoin Price Surpasses Historic $100,000 Mark
Bitcoin has reached a historic milestone by surpassing $100,000 for the first time, driven by investor excitement and the anticipated policies of the incoming U.S.…
The French Government Dissolved Following No-Confidence Vote by Parliament Members
The French government was dissolved after a no-confidence vote by parliament members against Prime Minister Michel Barnier. This marks the first time in over sixty…
The Iranian Government Uses 'Gender Weaponization' to Suppress Women Activists Abroad
A report by Citizen Lab reveals that authoritarian regimes, particularly Iran, are using gender-based harassment to suppress women human rights activists living abroad. The study…
Russia Claims Its Forces Have Captured Two Villages in Eastern Ukraine
Russia claims to have captured two villages in eastern Ukraine and shot down numerous Ukrainian drones. Ukraine's air defense reportedly intercepted several drones over Kyiv…