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đź“…December 11, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Global tensions escalate with deadly conflicts, significant diplomatic developments, and major crises including Jakarta fire, Thailand-Cambodia clashes, and US-China tech policy shifts today.
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Deadly Fire Strikes Jakarta Building

A major fire in a seven-storey building in Jakarta has resulted in at least 20 fatalities with ongoing rescue operations. The incident has raised concerns about building safety standards in Indonesia's capitalSource 1.

2

Thailand–Cambodia Border Conflict Intensifies

Clashes along the Thailand-Cambodia border have intensified, entering a third day with tens of thousands displaced. Both nations accuse each other of violating a US-brokered ceasefire, escalating regional instabilitySource 1Source 9.

3

US Eases AI Chip Restrictions for China

The US has relaxed restrictions on AI chip exports, approving Nvidia's H200 chip sales to China, signaling a notable policy shift amid ongoing tech and trade tensions between the two countriesSource 1.

4

Trump Threatens Mexico with New Tariffs Over Water Dispute

US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose new tariffs on Mexico in relation to an escalating water supply dispute, heightening diplomatic tensions between the neighboring countriesSource 1.

5

Nobel Peace Prize Awarded Related to Venezuela

The Nobel Peace Prize was accepted on behalf of Venezuelan opposition leader MarĂ­a Corina Machado whose absence sparked mixed reactions; her political stance continues to draw international attentionSource 1Source 9.

6

Ukraine-Russia War Developments

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is intensifying efforts to secure European support as US officials and President Trump advocate peace proposals; Zelenskyy maintains refusal to concede Ukrainian territory to Russia amid ongoing conflictSource 1Source 3Source 9.

7

Pakistan Attack Near Afghan Border Kills Six Soldiers

A violent attack near the Pakistan-Afghan border resulted in six soldiers' deaths amid continuing instability in the region, contributing to ongoing cross-border security concernsSource 1Source 4.

8

Japan Scrambles Jets Against Russian-Chinese Patrols

Japan responded to joint Russian-Chinese air patrols over contested areas by scrambling fighter jets, raising regional security tensions in East AsiaSource 1.

9

US Sanctions Sudanese Mercenary Network

The US has imposed sanctions on a mercenary network operating in Sudan as part of a broader crackdown on foreign fighters involved in regional conflicts and violenceSource 1.

10

Airline Industry Forecasts Record Profits for 2026

The International Air Transport Association forecasts record airline profits reaching $41 billion in 2026, signaling strong recovery and growth in global air travel despite economic uncertaintiesSource 1.