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Flooding and humanitarian crisis in Gaza after heavy winter storms
Heavy rains and flooding have swept through Gaza's displacement camps, destroying tents and killing multiple civilians while worsening the humanitarian crisis and hampering aid deliveries; reports say children are among the victims and shelters have collapsed amid torrential rain.
Clashes erupt again on Cambodia–Thailand border, large-scale displacement
Violent fighting between Thai and Cambodian forces along the disputed border has resumed, triggering drone strikes and air raids and forcing hundreds of thousands of people to flee into temporary camps and schools, with civilian casualties reported.
Ukraine denies Russian capture claims as frontline fights continue
Ukraine’s leadership has rebutted Russian assertions that Kyiv lost control of frontline towns, with Ukrainian forces reporting counterattacks near Kupiansk and continued fighting that international media say remains fluid and closely watched by European partners.
Germany summons Russian ambassador over alleged election interference and cyberattacks
Germany has publicly summoned Russia’s ambassador following accusations that Russian-linked actors carried out cyberattacks — including on air traffic control — and interfered in political processes, escalating diplomatic tensions between Berlin and Moscow.
US ramps up strikes against drug-trafficking targets near Venezuela
The United States has expanded operations targeting alleged drug-trafficking networks close to Venezuela, with officials signaling tougher measures and warnings to traffickers as part of a wider regional campaign.
Guinea-Bissau coup leaders adopt transitional charter, suspend constitution
Guinea-Bissau’s military junta has issued a one-year transitional charter that suspends the constitution, bars junta leaders from running in future elections, and places the junta in charge of reforms until the transition ends, according to reporting on the coup’s aftermath.
M23 captures Uvira as DRC–Rwanda tensions escalate
The M23 rebel group has taken control of the strategic town of Uvira in South Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo, deepening conflict in eastern DRC and raising regional security concerns linked to ongoing DRC–Rwanda tensions.
Czech president appoints Andrej Babiš as prime minister after election gains
Following the Czech parliamentary election, President appointed opposition leader Andrej Babiš to form a government for a second non‑consecutive term, marking a significant political shift in Prague reported by international outlets.
Protests across Bulgaria demand government resignation over budget and corruption
Tens of thousands have protested nationwide in Bulgaria calling for Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov’s government to resign amid corruption allegations and public anger over proposed fiscal measures, according to recent coverage.
Sudan conflict continues with air and drone strikes on oil facilities
The Sudanese Armed Forces reportedly carried out a drone strike on an oil field in Heglig, West Kordofan, killing dozens and underscoring the continuing intensity of the Sudanese civil war and its impact on energy infrastructure.
Venezuela’s opposition leader honored at Nobel-related event amid domestic turmoil
Venezuela’s opposition figures have received international recognition, including appearances at Nobel-related events where family members accepted awards amid ongoing domestic political struggle and international attention on Venezuela’s democracy crisis.