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Massive Russian drone and missile strikes hit Ukraine, causing civilian casualties
Russia launched a large-scale drone and missile attack on Ukraine, killing multiple civilians and causing power outages across regions; Ukraine and Western sources report hundreds of incoming drones and dozens of missiles, many intercepted by Ukrainian air defenses.
U.S. seizes sanctioned oil vessels linked to Venezuela amid increased enforcement
The U.S. Coast Guard intercepted and seized at least one sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela as Washington steps up enforcement of Venezuelan oil sanctions; President Trump has said seized oil may be kept or sold by the U.S..
Israel–Gaza ceasefire and diplomacy developments continue after 2025 hostilities
After intense fighting earlier in 2025, diplomatic efforts and phased ceasefire arrangements remain central to talks over Gaza reconstruction, prisoner exchanges, and stabilization; multiple international actors continue mediation work.
Major cyberattack disrupts France’s postal service and banking arm during holiday rush
A suspected cyberattack knocked France’s national postal service and its banking affiliate offline during a busy holiday period, causing service outages and prompting national cybersecurity responses.
Indonesia flood and Cyclone Senyar toll rises; hundreds killed and many missing
Flooding and Cyclone Senyar have driven a humanitarian crisis in Indonesia, with reports placing the death toll in the hundreds and many more missing amid widespread damage and displaced communities.
Plane crash in Texas kills six; two survivors reported from Mexican Navy aircraft
A Mexican Navy plane crashed in Texas, killing six people and leaving two survivors, authorities said; investigations are underway into cause and circumstances.
Libyan military chief killed in plane crash in Turkey, confirmed by prime minister
Libya’s prime minister confirmed the death of the country’s military chief and four others in a plane crash in Turkey, prompting national mourning and inquiries into the incident.
West African security: Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger push joint operations against extremists
Leaders of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger announced plans for a joint battalion and called for large-scale operations to counter Islamist extremist groups across the Sahel region.
U.S. military conducts strikes against suspected drug-smuggling vessel in Eastern Pacific
U.S. forces carried out a strike on a boat alleged to be trafficking narcotics in the Pacific, resulting in reported deaths and drawing scrutiny from rights and regional observers.
Epstein document releases spark political fallout and renewed scrutiny in U.S. and UK
Newly released Epstein-related messages and documents refer to public figures and have provoked bipartisan criticism over redactions and missing files, fueling legal and political debate in multiple jurisdictions.
Russia reports high-profile assassination: Moscow car bomb kills Russian general
A car bomb in Moscow killed a senior Russian general, officials reported, marking a significant security incident with potential domestic and regional implications.
Global AI race and geopolitical tensions shape 2025 foreign policy landscape
Geopolitical competition increasingly intersects with AI development and defense priorities, with analysts highlighting AI as a strategic domain influencing U.S., China, and allied policies across 2025.