US strikes another suspected drug vessel in Pacific
The US military says it has conducted another strike against a boat it said was smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing one person.
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US and Ukraine reach common ground in latest peace plan
Moscow is expected to respond to a 20-point plan to end the war put forward after Ukraine reached a consensus with the US on several critical issues.
Pope calls for worldwide ceasefire at Christmas
Pope Leo XIV has urged a day of peace around the world during the Christmas period.
Israel says it will respond to Hamas truce ‘violation’
Israel will retaliate after a military officer was wounded by a blast in the south of the Gaza Strip, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says.
Zelenskiy backs demilitarised zone in east Ukraine idea
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has unveiled a 20-point plan to end Russia's war against his country, with demilitarised zones a possibility.
Kyiv welcomes EU loan despite no deal on Russian assets
The EU will lend Ukraine $160 billion to help it continue fighting, a move welcomed by Kyiv even though it wanted the money to come from frozen Russian assets.
Gaza no longer in famine but many still face starvation
By April, the number of people experiencing catastrophic conditions in Gaza may fall from 100,000 to 1900 - unless hostilities renew.
Russian missiles attack port near Ukraine’s Odesa
At least seven people have been killed in Russia's latest attack on Ukraine, this time in the Black Sea port of Odesa.
US, Russian officials meet for more Ukraine talks
US and Russian negotiators will continue "constructive" weekend talks aimed at ending the conflict in Ukraine after nearly four years of unrelenting war.
Turkey, Hamas ‘discuss second phase’ of Gaza Strip plan
Delegates from several countries have held talks to prepare the next steps of a ceasefire plan for the Gaza Strip, officials and media reports say.
Venezuela condemns US oil tanker seizure as ‘piracy’
The US has seized another oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, days after Donald Trump announced a blockade of tankers entering and leaving Venezuela.
Ukraine peace talks productive, US envoy says
Talks in the United States on reaching a deal to end Russia's war with Ukraine were productive and constructive, a US special envoy said.
US pursuing third oil tanker near Venezuela: officials
United States ships are close to intercepting another vessel off the coast of Venezuela in international waters, US officials say.
Israeli cabinet backs 19 new settlements in West Bank
Nineteen Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank have been approved by the Israeli cabinet as a cardinal celebrated a Mass in Gaza City.
Cambodia, Thailand officials to meet to discuss truce
Thailand's Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow says his country and Cambodia will hold talks on Christmas Eve.
Russian attack on Ukraine kills three, knocks out power
Russia has fired more than 650 drones and 30 missiles at Ukraine in a large-scale attack.
More than 1000 civilians killed in Sudan’s Darfur: UN
A UN report claims more than 1000 civilians were killed when Sudan's paramilitary group took over a Darfur displacement camp in April.
EU leaders agree to joint borrowing to fund Ukraine
European Union leaders have agreed to provide a massive interest-free loan to Ukraine to meet its military and economic needs for the next two years.
More Thai strikes on Cambodia as border conflict flares
Thailand has conducted more air strikes on Cambodia, targeting a warehouse storing rockets.
UN, aid groups warn Gaza operations at risk of collapse
The United Nations has warned humanitarian assistance in Gaza has been reduced due to Israeli restrictions and are at risk of collapse.
Fears Australian man killed while fighting in Ukraine
Authorities are seeking urgent clarification of reports that an Australian man was killed fighting Russian forces in Ukraine's far east.
Peace proposals for Ukraine ‘to be presented to Russia’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says his country needs legally binding commitments as proposals for a peace deal are set to be presented to Russia.
Trump orders blockade of oil tankers in Venezuela
US President Donald Trump has ordered a total blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, ramping up tensions with Caracas.
Gaza families struggling after week of torrential rain
The UN is distributing tents, blankets, and other supplies in Gaza but the risk of hypothermia is increasing after a week of torrential rain and winter cold.
Russia warns it will seek gains if Ukraine talks fail
President Vladimir Putin says Russia will take more land in Ukraine by force if talks do not result in a peace deal.
Displaced Gazans face floods, urgent supplies blocked
With heavy rains causing extensive flooding and emergency supplies blocked at the border, displaced Gazans are facing unsafe conditions and risk of disease.
Trump ‘truce’ but Thailand won’t stop Cambodia fight
President Donald Trump claims Thailand and Cambodia agreed to a ceasefire, but Bangkok is adamant is won't stop fighting until it no longer feels under threat.
US-Venezuela tensions rise following tanker seizure
The US military presence in the Caribbean has grown as Donald Trump in recent weeks has discussed potential military intervention in Venezuela.
Russia attacks Ukraine ports, damaging Turkish vessels
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says Russia's latest attack shows it wants to continue the war "precisely to destroy normal life in Ukraine:.
Israel targets senior Hamas commander in Gaza strike
A senior Hamas leader thought to have been behind the October 2023 attacks on Israel may have been killed in a strike on a car in Gaza City.
Belarus frees 123 prisoners, including Nobel laureate
Nobel Peace Prize winner Ales Bialiatski and leading opposition figure Maria Kalesnikava are among 123 prisoners released by Belarus after talks with the US.