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USA

California storm eases but flooding and avalanche risks remain high

Powerful weather system brought Los Angeles its wettest Christmas in 54 years, killing two people and prompting evacuation warnings in the mountains.

USA

Trump vows retaliation after 3 Americans are killed in Syria attack

Trump vowed "serious retaliation" after an ISIS ambush in Syria killed two US troops and a civilian, the first fatalities since Assad's fall. Three were wounded in the attack, which Syrian President al-Sharaa condemned.

Culture news

Rare Roman-style 'Good Shepherd' fresco discovered in Turkey

The 3rd-century fresco uncovered by Turkish archaeologists is the best-preserved of its kind to date.

Austria

Eight skiers rescued alive after avalanche at Austria’s Stubai Glacier

Eight skiers were rescued alive after an avalanche at Austria's Stubai Glacier. Over 250 rescuers attended; four skiers were lightly injured, with two hospitalised.

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Turkey

Pope Leo XIV urges peace in Ankara on first foreign trip

Pope Leo XIV has used his first foreign trip to plead for dialogue in the face of global conflict, particularly in the Middle East and Ukraine.

Iraq

Iraq elections: early voting for 1.3 million citizens began on Sunday

The election, with 7,744 candidates, will determine if PM al-Sudani secures a second term amid regional tensions.

Latvia

Latvian police bust European cybercrime ring and arrest seven suspects

The network, dismantled in an operation on 10 October, is accused of scamming thousands across Europe out of nearly €5 million.

Syria

25 bodies recovered from a mass grave near Damascus

Officials say the victims were killed by Assad's forces in an ambush while fleeing eastern Ghouta during the recent civil war.

Estonia

Estonia triggers NATO Article 4 after Russian jet airspace violation

Three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets lingered in NATO-member Estonia's airspace for several minutes on Friday, according to Estonian authorities. Italian F-35s responded.

Israel

Six Israeli soldiers killed in separate attacks in Gaza and West Bank

A roadside bomb in Gaza's Rafah killed four IDF soldiers and wounded three. Investigations are ongoing. A separate attack at a West Bank checkpoint killed two more soldiers.

Gaza

At least 17 killed in Israeli shelling on Gaza Strip

At least 17 people were killed in Israeli shelling on Gaza, including women and children. The Al-Rantisi children's hospital and several homes were hit, according to reports.

Portugal

Main suspect in Madeleine McCann's disappearance released in Germany

Christian Brückner, der Hauptverdächtige im Fall des Verschwindens von Madeleine McCann im Jahr 2007, wurde nach Verbüßung einer Strafe in einem anderen Fall aus einem deutschen Gefängnis entlassen. Er steht weiterhin unter Ermittlungen im Fall McCann, wurde jedoch nie offiziell angeklagt.

USA

Prosecutor seeks death penalty for suspect in Charlie Kirk murder

22-year-old Tyler Robinson was charged with murder after DNA evidence, confessional notes, and texts linked him to the killing.

Norway

Polls will show if Norway will continue to be a social welfare state or not?

The ruling centre-left bloc wants to keep it to fight inequality, while the right-wing opposition wants it scrapped. General elections will define the new system.

USA

Detained South Korean workers in US will be released and sent back

South Korea announced the deal on Sunday. The raid is part of a criminal investigation targeting a major economic project of a key US ally.

Israel

Israel orders mass evacuations in northern Gaza

On Sunday, President Trump urged a ceasefire deal for Gaza. Simultaneously, Israel ordered new mass evacuations in northern Gaza as it plans to expand its military operation in the area.

Europe News

At least 10 killed in overnight missile and drone attacks on Ukraine

Russia targeted Ukraine with another wave of deadly missile and drone attacks over the past day killing 10 people and injuring at least 50 others across multiple regions, according to reports by Ukrainian media.

Ukraine

Rising Kyiv death toll heightens Europe’s concerns over Russia

Amid warnings from the EU of Russia’s plans for prolonged aggression in Europe, NATO’s chief warned that Russia could be prepared to attack an ally within the next five years.

Europe News

Portugese landowners face fines as wildfire inspections begin

Portuguese landowners have been asked to clear any undergrowth on their properties in order to reduce the risk of wildfires. Those who fail to do so now face fines of up to €5,000.

Iran

Israel strikes Iran's 'propaganda' TV station during live broadcast

Israel's Defence Minister confirmed the attack, which followed an Israeli evacuation warning. An anchor reported 'bodies of reporters' at the site.

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