Russian forces are advancing in Ukraine at their fastest pace since early 2022, capturing 600 sq km in November and 235 sq km in the past week, according to analysts and independent reports. The advance has intensified in southeastern Ukraine, with fighting focused around Kurakhove and the key hub of Pokrovsk in Donetsk. Analysts attribute Russia’s gains to exploiting Ukrainian frontline vulnerabilities, while Ukraine faces … Continue reading Russia advances in Ukraine at fastest monthly pace since start of war, analysts say

Pakistani police fired tear gas to block supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan from entering Islamabad during a protest demanding his release. Thousands of marchers defied a lockdown and a ban on rallies, clashing with police, leaving one officer dead and others injured. Protesters removed barricades to continue their march, led by Khan’s wife, Bushra Bibi. The government, citing security concerns, suspended mobile … Continue reading Pakistani police fire tear gas as thousands supporting Imran Khan arrive near capital

Two U.S. B-52 Stratofortress bombers conducted a mission near Russian airspace, signaling NATO’s readiness amid escalating tensions. The flights over the Baltic Sea and near Kaliningrad highlighted NATO’s deterrence capabilities. This comes as a NATO chief warns Europe to prepare for potential total war, urging economic resilience alongside military readiness. Germany unveiled a “bunker plan” to expand air raid shelters, while Nordic nations issued survival … Continue reading Stratofortress bombers from UK buzz Russia in show of force as NATO chief warns Europe

A Russian Sukhoi Superjet 100 operated by Azimuth Airlines caught fire after landing in Antalya, Turkey, with 95 people onboard. All passengers and crew safely evacuated using emergency slides, with no injuries reported. The fire, which started on the plane’s left side, was quickly extinguished by airport crews. The cause remains unknown, The Hill has reported. The airport briefly suspended arrivals, using a military runway … Continue reading Russian plane catches fire after landing in Turkey, passengers and crew are safely evacuated

Gunmen opened fire at a bar in Villahermosa, Tabasco, Mexico, early Sunday, killing six and injuring at least five. Authorities say the attackers targeted a specific individual, with nearby patrons caught in the crossfire. No arrests have been made, and the motive remains unclear. This attack adds to escalating violence in Mexico, where over 450,000 murders have occurred since 2006, often linked to drug cartels, … Continue reading Gunmen in southeast Mexico open fire in a bar killing 6 and injuring 5

The UAE arrested three suspects in connection with the death of Rabbi Zvi Kogan, whose body was found after he went missing on November 21, 2024. The UAE Ministry of Interior stated legal procedures are underway and warned of severe action against threats to societal stability. Kogan, 28, a Moldovan-Israeli citizen and Chabad emissary, lived in Abu Dhabi, managing a kosher grocery that had faced … Continue reading UAE arrests 3 in death of missing Abu Dhabi rabbi, Israel decries ‘abhorrent act of antisemitic terrorism’

Pope Francis will visit Corsica on December 15 for a conference on Catholic faith in the Mediterranean, marking the first papal visit to the island. This comes days after declining an invitation to the reopening of Paris’s Notre Dame Cathedral on December 7, citing a desire not to overshadow the event. Instead, Francis will remain in the Vatican for a cardinal creation ceremony. The Corsica … Continue reading Pope Skips Notre Dame Reopening