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Mass Shooting at Bondi Beach Hanukkah Celebration Kills 12
Two gunmen carried out a mass shooting and terrorist attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach during a Hanukkah festival start, killing at least 12 and injuring 29. US President Trump condemned it as a 'purely antisemitic attack.'
The first victim identified is Rabbi Eli Schlanger.
Global Cities Ramp Up Security for Hanukkah After Sydney Attack
Major cities like Berlin, London, New York, and Paris intensified security at Hanukkah events following the Bondi Beach shooting that killed at least 15. Berlin police boosted presence at Brandenburg Gate menorah lighting; France urged vigilance around Jewish sites.
US Jewish security groups issued new guidelines for events.
Zelensky Offers to Drop NATO Bid for Western Security Guarantees
Ukrainian President Zelensky proposed abandoning NATO membership in exchange for Western security guarantees during talks with US envoys. He rejected US pressure to cede territory to Russia.
This comes amid ongoing peace negotiations involving Putin and Trump.
Trump Holds Talks with European Leaders on Ukraine Ceasefire
President Trump discussed Ukraine ceasefire agreements in calls with leaders of UK, France, and Germany. European nations met to plan asset seizures from Russia for Ukraine aid, with decisions expected December 18.
Trump previously threatened tariffs on conflicting parties.
US Seizes Large Oil Tanker from Venezuela
US forces seized a large oil tanker in Venezuelan waters amid escalating tensions. US planes flew near Venezuelan Gulf in international airspace as a show of force.
This signals readiness for major intervention if Venezuela resists.
Five Islamist Suspects Arrested for Plotting Christmas Market Attack in Germany
German authorities arrested five men suspected of planning an Islamist terrorist attack on a Bavaria Christmas market. Police and prosecutors confirmed the foiled plot in a joint statement.
Security remains heightened nationwide.
Syrian Security Forces Member Kills Three US Soldiers in Palmyra
The gunman who killed three Americans in Syria's Palmyra was a member of Syrian security forces facing dismissal for extremism. Syria's interior ministry confirmed his affiliation.
The incident occurred Saturday in the central region.
Person of Interest Custodied in Brown University Shooting
Rhode Island police took a person of interest into custody after a shooting at Brown University killed two and wounded nine during finals. The attack rocked the campus amid exam period.
Investigation ongoing.
Trump Hints at Possible 2026 Midterm Election Loss
US President Donald Trump suggested a potential loss in the 2026 midterms. Comments made amid political discussions on Democratic strategies.
Reflects lessons from 2018 flips.
Russia-US Summit in August Paved Way for Ukraine Peace Talks
A Russia-US summit on August 15 in Anchorage discussed Ukraine resolution plans between Trump and Putin. This preceded recent negotiations and Zelensky's concessions.
Escalations continue from earlier 2025 ceasefires.
Chile Holds Second Round of General Election
Chile conducted the second round of its 2025 general election on December 14. Results pending as part of national political process.
No immediate global impacts reported.