US Conducts 1st Known Strike Inside Venezuela, Targets Drug Trafficking Dock
US pressure on Venezuela escalated earlier this month when the CIA conducted a drone strike on a coastal port site.
Month: December 2025
News24 | Channel Tunnel battles to resume service after power supply issue strands travellers
Eurostar said it plans to run a full service, but warned of possible knock-on disruptions after a power supply issue halted Channel Tunnel train trips connecting London to the European mainland.
Russia launches massive overnight attack on Ukraine’s Odesa, injuring six
Russian strikes on Ukraine’s southern region of Odesa injured six people, including children, while multiple regions reported casualties. Ukrainian forces intercepted 101 of 127 drones.
Israel warns to suspend several aid groups operating in Gaza
Israel has warned that it would suspend from January several aid organisations operating in the Gaza Strip for failing to provide details about their Palestinian staff, accusing two Doctors Without Borders employees of links to militant groups.
Huge crowds mourn Bangladesh’s first female PM at state funeral
A sea of mourners have gathered in Dhaka to pay final respects to Khaleda Zia, who died on Tuesday aged 80.
Israeli ban on Gaza aid groups is “going to be catastrophic”
Emergency physician James Smith talks about the consequences for Palestinians in Gaza if Israel implements a ban on aid.
“I’m In Dubai”: Man Accused Of Osman Hadi’s Murder Amid ‘India’ Claims
In a surprising twist in the Bangladeshi student leader Osman Hadi’s murder case, the prime accused, Faisal Karim Masud, has publicly denied any role in the killing, claiming he was in Dubai.
Denmark cleared for purchase of P-8 maritime patrol aircraft
The US State Department has approved a possible $1.8 billion Foreign Military Sale to Denmark for up to three Boeing P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft.
The post Denmark cleared for purchase of P-8 maritime patrol aircraft first appeared on UK Defence Journal.
Myanmar military reports 50 percent turnout in first election phase
Military hails elections as a victory despite criticism from rights groups and reduced turnout compared with past polls.
Most contagious virus detected in US: Measles case confirmed at Newark Airport; agencies issue warnings
A highly contagious measles case was detected at Newark Liberty International Airport during the busy holiday travel period. Health officials said the infected passenger passed through terminals B and C on Dec 12, prompting contact tracing efforts. Add…