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U.S. orders blockade of sanctioned oil tankers to Venezuela
President Donald Trump ordered a blockade of oil tankers bound for Venezuela, escalating pressure on Nicolás Maduro and briefly pushing U.S. crude prices higher; markets and shipping routes are reacting amid recent U.S. seizures of tankers near Venezuela's coast.
Russian strike on Dnipro kills civilians, wounds dozens
A Russian Iskander missile strike on Dnipro killed at least four people and injured around 40, marking another deadly attack on Ukraine’s interior cities during continued hostilities.
Indonesia floods death toll rises to 604
Severe flooding in Indonesia has caused at least 604 deaths with hundreds more missing or displaced, as rescue and recovery operations continue amid mounting humanitarian needs.
DRC and Rwanda leaders sign peace agreement in Washington
Presidents Félix Tshisekedi and Paul Kagame formally signed a bilateral peace agreement in Washington, D.C., in a deal hosted by U.S. officials that aims to de‑escalate long‑running cross‑border tensions.
U.S. strikes boat in Pacific alleged to be carrying narcotics
The U.S. Navy struck a vessel in the Pacific Ocean it said was carrying illegal narcotics, killing four people onboard, according to U.S. Southern Command reports and press coverage.
Court orders Malaysia Airlines MH370 compensation to families
A Beijing court ordered Malaysia Airlines to pay CNÂĄ2.9 million (about US$410,000) each to families of eight passengers from MH370, continuing litigation related to the 2014 disappearance.
Clashes at Afghanistan–Pakistan border kill civilians
Shootouts between Pakistani and Afghan soldiers at the border resulted in at least five civilian deaths and multiple injuries, reflecting ongoing cross‑border tensions.
Mass shooting investigation underway in Bondi, Australia
Australian authorities are investigating the motive after a mass shooting in Bondi; officials continue to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
Multiple collisions on Delhi‑Agra Expressway cause fatalities and injuries
A series of collisions on the Delhi‑Agra Expressway left at least four people dead and about 25 injured, prompting traffic disruptions and emergency responses.
IMF mission: Moldova growth recovering but risks remain
An IMF Article IV staff statement said Moldova’s growth is resuming after shocks, inflation is declining, but significant downside risks persist tied to spillovers from the war in Ukraine and reform implementation.
Japan export gains and markets anticipate Bank of Japan decision
Japan reported a 6% rise in exports for November, supporting expectations for a Bank of Japan interest‑rate decision this week that markets are watching closely.
U.S. military personnel killed in Palmyra convoy attack
An attacker identified by U.S. Central Command as an ISIL member opened fire on a joint Syrian‑U.S. convoy near Palmyra, killing two U.S. service members and an American civilian interpreter, with U.S. forces returning fire.