Russian forces seize embattled Siversk town as Ukrainian troops withdraw
Fall of town comes as Russia, US propose a ’demilitarised’, ’free economic zone’ in Ukraine’s eastern Donetsk region.
US bars five Europeans over alleged efforts to ‘censor American viewpoints’
US to deny visas to an ex-EU commissioner and four others it accuses of efforts to censor speech on social media.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,399
These are the key developments from day 1,399 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Syria ministers discuss military cooperation with Putin in Russia: Report
Talks held between Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani, Defence Minister Murhaf Abu Qasra and Russian president.
How will Syria deal with its growing security challenges?
Renewed fighting between army and SDF highlights volatility.
Belgium joins South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at ICJ
Other countries, including Brazil, Colombia, Ireland, Mexico, Spain and Turkiye, have already joined case in The Hague.
Hindutva protest at Bangladesh High Commission over lynching of Hindu man
Hindutva activists tried to storm the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi, India as they rallied against a lynching.
Trump administration to resume wage garnishment for student loan defaulters
Borrowers to receive wage garnishment notices starting January 7, Department of Education confirms.
Venezuela passes law enacting harsh penalties for supporters of US blockade
Government of President Nicolas Maduro denounces US seizure of oil tankers as illegal acts of piracy.
Jackson scores two goals as Senegal defeat Botswana at AFCON
Two goals in 18 minutes from forward Nicolas Jackson set the tone for Senegal’s Group D win over Botswana at AFCON 2025.