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đź“…December 10, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Key political developments include Ukraine's potential elections amid conflict, US's new National Security Strategy focused on realist geopolitics, Hamas's disarmament offer, and geopolitical shifts across Europe and Latin America.
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy Ready to Hold Elections Amid War

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced readiness to hold presidential elections within 60-90 days if security conditions are met, urging US and European partners to help enable a wartime vote. He emphasized election decisions belong solely to Ukrainians and denied avoiding elections for political reasons despite ongoing conflict.Source 1Source 2

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UN Opposes Changes to Gaza-Israel Border Amid Tensions

The United Nations firmly rejected any alterations to the Gaza-Israel border following Israeli military declarations of a new border line based on a US ceasefire plan. The UN stressed such moves contradict the spirit and letter of existing agreements, coinciding with condemnations of Israel's raid on a UN Palestinian refugee agency office.Source 1

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Hamas Signals Willingness to Disarm After Two-Year Gaza War

Hamas has indicated readiness to lay down its weapons conditional on specific terms, but Israel appears poised to reject key conditions. This development marks a critical juncture in ongoing conflict negotiations following prolonged hostilities in Gaza.Source 7

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White House Releases 2025 National Security Strategy Marking Geopolitical Realism

The Trump administration unveiled its 2025 National Security Strategy emphasizing a hard-nosed realist approach prioritizing US strategic advantages and economic leverage while de-emphasizing democratic reforms abroad. It reasserts the Monroe Doctrine in the Western Hemisphere and calls for a recalibration of US commitments, especially in Europe and Latin America.Source 4Source 6

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US Reconsidering Military and Economic Engagement in Europe and Latin America

According to the 2025 National Security Strategy, the US plans to reduce prolonged military commitments in less critical regions while promoting commercial ties and strategic stability, particularly encouraging peace deals in peripheral conflicts to enhance influence and open markets.Source 4Source 6

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US Military Flights Near Venezuelan Airspace Increase Pressure on Maduro

Two US Navy F/A-18 fighter jets conducted extended flights near Venezuelan airspace, part of escalating US operations to counter narcotics trafficking and political pressures on President Nicolas Maduro, who faces accusations tied to leading a foreign terrorist organization linked to narcotics cartels.Source 1Source 2

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French Parliament Approves Social Security Budget, a Political Win

French lawmakers have passed a key Social Security budget bill, signifying a provisional victory for Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu’s government amid domestic challenges, highlighting ongoing political maneuvering in France's economic policies.Source 1

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Large-Scale Protests in Mexico Demand Action Against Cartels and Corruption

Thousands, predominantly from Gen-Z, protested across Mexico against cartel violence and governmental corruption. Clashes in Mexico City caused over a hundred injuries, reflecting significant domestic unrest related to public security and governance.Source 2

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Sudan’s Paramilitary Declares Humanitarian Truce Amid Ceasefire Talks

Sudanese paramilitary Rapid Support Forces announced a unilateral three-month humanitarian truce in late November as ceasefire discussions proceed amid ongoing conflict, evidencing tentative steps toward broader peace despite challenges.Source 2

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Guinea-Bissau Coup Forces President into Exile, Military Junta Takes Control

Following a coup on November 25, 2025, President Umaro Embalo fled Guinea-Bissau to Senegal, with the military junta appointing General Horta Inta-A as leader. This adds to regional instability, marking increasing military interventions in sub-Saharan Africa.Source 2