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HUR
North Korean Troops Suffer Heavy Losses in Kursk Assaults, Replacements Needed - HUR
Units of the DPRK army suffered significant losses during weekend operations, with at least 30 soldiers killed or wounded, according to Ukrainian intelligence sources.
Dec. 16, 2024
Poland
Poland Launches New Intercity International and Domestic Train Routes
Travelling opportunities to and within Poland by rail eased.
Dec. 16, 2024
Russia
Russia Says ‘Part’ of Its Diplomatic Personnel in Syria Evacuated by Plane
The flight also carried members from the diplomatic missions of Belarus, North Korea and Abkhazia.
Dec. 16, 2024
Germany
Germany Prepares for February Vote as Scholz Battles for Second Term
Scholz will face parliament Monday to trigger the process towards February 23 elections.
Dec. 16, 2024
Putin
OPINION: How to Lose a War and a Country in 3 Steps: Get Russia on Your Side
But while Assad left Syria, Russia stood by, plundering what it needed: military bases in the Mediterranean and access to the remaining natural resources.
Dec. 16, 2024
War in Ukraine
‘Syrian Stability Can Be a Foundation for Ukraine in Moving Toward Real Peace’ – Ukraine at War Update for Dec. 16
Zelensky says “Grain from Ukraine” for Syria ensures global food security; Russia wants to keep some bases in Syria; Russian assault in Siversk shows Kremlin forces adapting to Ukrainian tactics.
Dec. 16, 2024
Russia
Two Russian Oil Tankers Sink in Kerch Strait, One Sailor Dead, Others Missing
The tankers, identified as Volgoneft 212 and Volgoneft 239, were battered by a strong storm, with one reportedly breaking in half.
Dec. 15, 2024
Europe
Georgian Opposition Appeals for Immediate EU Sanctions on Pro-Russian Leaders
Georgia’s lawmakers have elected an anti-Western President amid mass protests.
Dec. 15, 2024
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Where’s Your Tie, Mr. Zelensky?
What’s the dress code for defending a nation?
Dec. 15, 2024
World Briefing: December 15, 2024
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
Dec. 15, 2024
Germany
Berlin Warns Assad Officials Not to Come to Germany
Germany has convicted several Assad government officials under the principle of universal jurisdiction, which allows for trials regardless of where the offences were committed.
Dec. 15, 2024
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Trump’s Road to Ukraine Peace Runs Through Tehran
Unlike during his first term, Trump takes office with America engaged in two wars. One involving an ally, Israel, and one a country whose security we pledged to support, Ukraine.
Dec. 15, 2024
Russia
Russia Scales Back in Syria, But Retains Key Bases: Reports
Despite the withdrawal from certain positions, Russia has maintained communication channels with both the new Syrian authorities and rebel forces.
Dec. 15, 2024
Ukraine
Ukraine to Supply Food to Syria, Says Zelensky
Ukrainian President said he had instructed his government to set up supply mechanisms to deliver together with international organizations and partners food to Syria.
Dec. 15, 2024
Chechnya
Chechen Police, Military Bases Targeted in Ukrainian Drone Strike
The attack reportedly targeted an OMON base, the Chechen Interior Ministry’s 2nd regiment, and a military base tied to the Russian war effort.
Dec. 15, 2024
Russia
Russia Battles Blaze After Ukraine Claims Strike on Oil Terminal
Ukraine has been targeting fuel depots in Russia in retaliation for Moscow’s bombardments that have wreaked massive damage on its power generation network.
Dec. 15, 2024
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