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Zelenskyy Unveils Ukraine Peace Plan with US Backing
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy proposed a new peace deal backed by the US, opening doors to a demilitarized zone in Donetsk amid his Christmas address wishing for peace. This comes as extreme weather strains regional energy grids.
Canadians show reluctance to travel to the US, impacting tourism by 26.3% year-over-year.
Guinea-Bissau Military Junta Adopts One-Year Transitional Charter
Guinea-Bissau's junta suspended the constitution, barring interim leaders from elections and taking control of reforms until new polls. Nigeria granted asylum to opposition leader Fernando Dias da Costa at its embassy.
This follows the 2025 coup d'état.
Andrej Babiš Appointed Czech Prime Minister for Second Term
Opposition ANO party leader Andrej Babiš was appointed Prime Minister after the 2025 Czech parliamentary election. This marks his second non-consecutive term.
The appointment reflects shifting political dynamics in Europe.
Trump Pardons Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández
US President Donald Trump pardoned Hernández, convicted of aiding cocaine trafficking, leading to his release from a West Virginia prison. This impacts Honduras-US relations.
The move has drawn international attention.
Belarus Releases 123 Political Prisoners After US Lifts Sanctions
Belarus freed Nobel laureate Ales Bialiatski and protest leader Maria Kalesnikava among 123 prisoners following US sanction relief. This eases Belarus-US tensions.
Human rights groups note the significance.
Israel Issues Evacuation Order in Southern Lebanon for Hezbollah Strikes
The Israeli military ordered evacuations in Lebanese villages ahead of airstrikes on Hezbollah targets. This escalates the Israel-Hezbollah conflict.
Regional stability remains fragile.
ISIL Attacker Kills Two US Troops in Syria's Palmyra
An ISIL member attacked a joint Syrian-US convoy in Palmyra, killing two US service members and one civilian before being killed. Three others were injured.
US Central Command identified the attacker.
Canada Joins EU Security Action for Defense Market Access
Canada agreed to the EU's Security Action for Europe, boosting defense firm access and investments. This strengthens Canada-EU relations.
Reuters reports enhanced bilateral ties.
Thailand Extradites Vietnamese Human Rights Activist
Thailand extradited Y Quynh Bđăp, founder of a minority rights group, amid human rights concerns. AP notes worries from advocacy groups.
This strains Thailand-Vietnam ties.
Spain Dismantles Morocco-Spain Hashish Trafficking Network
Spanish authorities arrested six in a multi-country operation busting a helicopter-based drug network from Morocco. This targets the war on drugs.
AFP via Arab News details the bust.
Iran Authorized Miniaturized Nuclear Warheads Development
Tehran sources claim Leader Khamenei greenlit initial miniaturized nuclear warhead development. ISW's Iran Update highlights escalation risks.
This fuels global nuclear concerns.
France Urges De-escalation on Venezuela Amid Trump Actions
France called for restraint after Trump's Venezuelan airspace and blockade announcements. UN Security Council briefing noted solidarity with Venezuelans.
Escalation threats monitored closely.