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đź“…December 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Global tensions escalate with US military strikes on drug boats and Syria, peace deals in Congo-Rwanda, mass shootings in Australia and India crashes amid ongoing wars.
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DRC and Rwanda Presidents Sign Peace Agreement

Presidents Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Paul Kagame of Rwanda signed a peace agreement in Washington, D.C., hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump. This addresses the M23 campaign and 2025 Uvira offensive where M23 took control of Uvira.Source 2

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US Navy Strikes Drug Boat in Pacific, Killing Four

The United States Navy struck a boat in the Pacific Ocean carrying illegal narcotics, killing four people, as part of ongoing war on drugs operations. Reports confirm a total death toll rising, with additional strikes killing five alleged narco-terrorists.Source 2Source 3

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Russian Strike Kills Eight in Ukraine's Odesa Port

A Russian missile strike on port infrastructure in Odesa, southern Ukraine, killed at least eight people and wounded 27 others. This attack highlights ongoing escalation in the conflict.Source 9

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ISIL Attacker Kills Two US Soldiers in Syria

An ISIL member attacked a joint Syrian-American convoy in Palmyra, killing two U.S. service members and one civilian interpreter, injuring three others before being killed. US launches airstrikes on DA strongholds in response.Source 2Source 7

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Bondi Beach Mass Shooting in Australia

Authorities investigate the motive behind a mass shooting at Bondi Beach, with a hero awarded $1.6M for disarming the shooter; thousands gather in solace after 15 killed. At least four dead in related incidents.Source 1Source 9

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M23 Rebels Seize Uvira in Eastern Congo

M23 forces took control of Uvira in South Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, amid the DRC-Rwanda conflict. UN urges Rwanda to withdraw forces and extends peacekeeping mission.Source 2Source 9

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Four Killed in Delhi-Agra Expressway Crashes

At least four people were killed and 25 injured in multiple collisions on the Delhi-Agra Expressway in India. Emergency services responded to the pile-up.Source 1

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Israel Issues Evacuation Order in Southern Lebanon

The Israeli military ordered evacuations in southern Lebanese villages ahead of airstrikes on Hezbollah targets, escalating the Israel-Hezbollah conflict.Source 2

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Southern Transitional Council Captures al-Mahrah in Yemen

The Southern Transitional Council announced capture of al-Mahrah Governorate from Yemeni government forces in the 2025 Hadhramaut offensive.Source 2

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Trump Announces Sweeping Tariff Campaign

US President Donald Trump launched tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, China, Japan, South Korea, and others to reshape global trade, sparking retaliation fears. New trade deals signed, including with Pakistan.Source 5

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Rafah Ambush: Anti-Hamas Leader Killed in Gaza

Yasser Abu Shabab, leader of Israeli-backed Popular Forces, was fatally shot in Rafah by unidentified gunmen amid the Gaza war.Source 2

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EU Agrees €90 Billion Loan to Ukraine

European Union leaders approved a €90 billion interest-free loan to Ukraine for military and economic needs over two years, after Russian asset plans failed.Source 6Source 9