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Media Freedom Under Attack in Gaza The Killing of Journalists

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has condemned the recent killings of four Palestinian journalists in Gaza, amid Israel's ongoing military offensive. This violence is part of a broader trend, as Israel’s actions continue to claim the lives of journalists and civilians alike, while......

Senior Russian Military Official Killed in Moscow Explosion

A senior Russian military official was killed in Moscow on Tuesday morning when an explosive device hidden in a scooter detonated outside a building. Igor Kirillov, the commander of Russia's chemical, biological, and radiation defense troops, lost his life in the blast, along with his assistant.......

Russia-Ukraine War Key Events on Day 1,027

The Russia-Ukraine war continues to evolve, with significant developments in combat, humanitarian challenges, and political diplomacy. Below is an overview of the situation as of Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Fighting on the Frontlines Ukrainian forces report engagements with North Korean soldiers participating......

Assad’s Final Hours in Damascus: Alleged Statement Sheds Light on Departure

In what appears to be his first public statement since the collapse of his regime, Bashar al-Assad has reportedly detailed the final hours leading up to his departure from Damascus to Russia. The statement, published on the Syrian presidency’s Telegram channel, has not been independently verified......

 North Korean Troops Reported Killed Fighting Alongside Russia in Ukraine  

Recent reports from Ukrainian military intelligence and the Pentagon reveal the presence of North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russian forces in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This unprecedented involvement has drawn international attention, as both the scale of North Korean involvement and its......

Bashar al-Assad's First Statement After Fleeing Syria A Defense of His Legacy

In his first public statement since fleeing Syria, former President Bashar al-Assad has offered a defense of his leadership and denied any premeditated plans to leave the country during the final days of the Syrian conflict. This statement, which was reportedly released through official Syrian government......

Urgent Warning: US Calls for Citizens to Leave Syria Immediately

As the conflict in Syria intensifies, the United States has issued a strong advisory urging its citizens to leave the country immediately. The situation is rapidly evolving as rebel forces in Syria have successfully overthrown the regime of President Bashar Assad. This swift and decisive victory by opposition......

Blast at Thai Festival Kills Three and Injures Dozens: Two Arrested

A deadly bomb explosion at a festival in Thailand’s Umphang district, Tak province, claimed the lives of three people and left 39 injured late Friday night. The blast occurred during a celebration near the Myanmar border, where approximately 8,000 to 9,000 attendees were present. The explosion......

Brazil Seizes One Tonne of Cocaine at Itapoa Port Destined for Morocco

Brazil's federal police have successfully seized one tonne of cocaine at the Port of Itapoa in Santa Catarina. Reports indicate the drugs were destined for Morocco before continuing to Europe. According to CNN Brazil, the cocaine was discovered hidden in a compartment inside a vessel preparing to......

Israel’s Continued Attacks on Gaza: A Tragic Massacre in Nuseirat Camp

Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) carried out a devastating assault on Thursday, targeting the Nuseirat refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip, where they killed at least 33 Palestinians, the majority of whom were women and children. Israeli warplanes launched airstrikes, hitting both the building and......

Spanish Army Helicopter Battalion Conducts Joint Exercises in Ceuta and Melilla

The Spanish Army’s VI Maneuver Helicopter Battalion (Bhelma VI), operating under the Canary Islands Command, is carrying out joint military exercises in the Spanish-administered enclaves of Ceuta (Sebta) and Melilla. These exercises, part of the annual training program led by the General Command......

Israeli Forces Account for a Third of Journalists Killed in 2024

In its annual report, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) revealed that 54 journalists worldwide were killed in 2024, with Israeli armed forces responsible for one-third of these deaths. The report indicates that 18 journalists were killed by Israeli forces—16 in Gaza and two in Lebanon. Palestine,......

Sudan’s Escalating Violence: Over 127 Killed in Latest Attacks

The conflict in Sudan continues to spiral, with over 127 people, predominantly civilians, killed in the latest round of violence between the Sudanese Army (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The fighting, which has intensified over the past week, has been marked by airstrikes, artillery......