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Zelenskyy slams Russia as the Kremlin's continues on Christmas Eve
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy gave his Christmas greetings to the nation in his nightly address as the country officially marks the second Christmas held on the revised 25th of December day, and the third Christmas in total since Russia’s invasion.
Christian faithful celebrate Christmas at Masses throughout Europe
Masses were organised all over the continent, and thousands of Christian worshippers attended to mark the festive occasion.
Starbucks workers' strike shuts down 59 stores across the US
A five-day strike by Starbucks baristas has closed almost 60 stores across the United States as of Monday according to the union organising the protest.
US House ethics panel accuses Gaetz of paying for sex and drug use
The US House Ethics Committee has accused Republican Matt Gaetz of paying women for sex, including a 17-year-old-girl, and use of illicit drugs while the Florida native was a member of Congress in a damning new 37-page report.
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Secret 13th century escape passage for popes reopens to the public
A historic secret passage connecting the Vatican with Rome’s Castel Sant’Angelo has reopened to the public on Monday.
Zelenskyy accuses Fico of aiding Putin in weakening Europe
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy blasts Slovakia’s PM Robert Fico over reluctance to source alternatives to Russian gas. The Ukrainian leader’s fiery remarks come after Fico’s highly controversial visit to Moscow to on Sunday to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin.
German defence minister says he wants to grow armed forces further
As threats to Western Europe grow more pressing, the German military has been having difficulty attracting enough recruits.
CEO shooting: Luigi Mangione charged with murder as act of terrorism
Luigi Mangione has been indicted for the 4 December killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, facing multiple murder charges, including first-degree murder.
HTS gain foothold in Syria ten days after toppling Bashar al-Assad
The Hayat Tahrir al-Sham group is looking to restore life in Syria to pre-civil war times. The rebel group, which orchestrated the stunning downfall of President Bashar al-Assad, is continuing to push out messages of unity to a population severely scarred by decades of domestic division.
Georgians continue protests over ruling party's EU talks suspension
Thousands protested in Tbilisi against the suspension of EU accession talks. Police used water cannons and tear gas, with violence also directed at journalists.
Syria looks to carve a new future after end of 24-year Assad rule
A mountainous task ahead as Syria, battered by almost 14-years of division and fighting under a brutal civil war looks ahead to shape its new future after the end of Bashar al-Assad's 24-year rule.
Zelesnkyy praises 'constructive' meeting with Trump, Macron in Paris
French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed US President-elect Donald Trump at his Paris residence, the Elysee Palace. They were joined at the last minute by Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy before attending the reopening of the Notre Dame cathedral.
Romanian centre-left forces leading with 99% of votes counted
Romania’s future parliament and government will continue the country’s strong pro-EU, pro-NATO and pro-Ukraine national strategy, despite a surge by ultra-nationalist contenders.
Iran pledges to help Syria's Assad counter surprise rebel offensive
Iran’s top diplomat Abbas Araghchi makes a visit to the Syrian capital, Damascus, to meet President Bashar Assad. His visit comes as Syria’s army launched counterattacks to repel insurgents who’ve seized control of Aleppo, and areas in Idlib.
130,000 march in Valencia demanding the resignation of local officials
Tens of thousands of Spaniards have taken to the streets of Valencia a month after floods devastated the city. They’re demanding regional officials step down after fumbling the emergency response that led to the deaths of more than 230 people.
OHCHR calls for Gaza ceasefire as humanitarian catastrophe worsens
The Spokesperson for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Jeremy Laurence, has called for an immediate cessation of hostilities in Gaza following his latest visit to the Palestinian territories.
Thousands protest in Tbilisi to oppose Kobakhidze's halt to EU bid
Thousands of protesters flooded the streets surrounding the Georgian Parliament to voice their objection to the ruling party's decision to suspend EU-accession talks.
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