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Night of Tragedy: Over 100 Lives Lost in Devastating Israeli Airstrikes on Gaza
In one of the deadliest nights of the ongoing conflict, Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip have resulted in the tragic deaths of over 100 people, marking a grim escalation in the 11-week-old battle between Israel and Hamas. 
In one of the deadliest nights of the ongoing conflict, Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip have resulted in the tragic deaths of over 100 people, marking a grim escalation in the 11-week-old battle between Israel and Hamas. -
Iran Flexes Military Might Amid Ongoing Fallout from Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
On December 24, local time, Iran showcased seven new types of military equipment at a naval base in the Indian Ocean, including three missiles, two helicopters, and two drones. 
On December 24, local time, Iran showcased seven new types of military equipment at a naval base in the Indian Ocean, including three missiles, two helicopters, and two drones. -
Serbia in Turmoil: Government Buildings Stormed Amidst Violent Protests
Serbia finds itself once again in the eye of Western criticism as it strives to maintain a balance between major powers. 
Serbia finds itself once again in the eye of Western criticism as it strives to maintain a balance between major powers. -
Japan Eases Restrictions on Lethal Weapon Exports, Aiming to Alleviate U.S. Arsenal Strain?
The Japanese government has significantly revised its "Three Principles on the Transfer of Defense Equipment," lifting the ban on exporting lethal weapons. Now, Japan is permitted to export licensed weapons to "like-minded" source countries with licenses. 
The Japanese government has significantly revised its "Three Principles on the Transfer of Defense Equipment," lifting the ban on exporting lethal weapons. Now, Japan is permitted to export licensed weapons to "like-minded" source countries with licenses. -
U.S.-Venezuela Prisoner Swap Boosts Biden's Reelection Prospects Amid Recession Risks
The United States and Venezuela have eased tensions through a prisoner exchange agreement, which has drawn attention due to the unique status of the prisoners involved. 
The United States and Venezuela have eased tensions through a prisoner exchange agreement, which has drawn attention due to the unique status of the prisoners involved. -
Red Sea Shipping Disruption Raises Inflation Risks in Europe and Gulf
The indiscriminate attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels on commercial ships passing through the Red Sea have led many international shipping companies to suspend their Red Sea routes and take longer detours. The increased transportation costs for logistics companies could ultimately drive up oil prices and broader inflation in the affected regions. 
The indiscriminate attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels on commercial ships passing through the Red Sea have led many international shipping companies to suspend their Red Sea routes and take longer detours. The increased transportation costs for logistics companies could ultimately drive up oil prices and broader inflation in the affected regions. -
14 Killed in Czech Republic's Deadliest University Shooting
In a harrowing incident that has shaken the Czech Republic to its core, a gunman opened fire at Charles University in Prague, resulting in the death of 14 individuals and leaving more than 20 injured. 
In a harrowing incident that has shaken the Czech Republic to its core, a gunman opened fire at Charles University in Prague, resulting in the death of 14 individuals and leaving more than 20 injured. -
Pirate Resurgence and Alliance Rifts Pose Threats to Red Sea Shipping
After the United States announced the formation of the Red Sea Convoy Alliance to counter threats from Yemen's Houthi rebels, international shipping companies remain on edge. 
After the United States announced the formation of the Red Sea Convoy Alliance to counter threats from Yemen's Houthi rebels, international shipping companies remain on edge. -
Deadly Mine Accident in Heilongjiang, China: 12 Killed and 13 Injured in Underground Collision
On December 21, 2023, the government of Jixi City in Heilongjiang Province, China, reported a tragic underground mine cart accident at the Kunyuan Coal Mine in Hengshan District. The incident, which occurred at 3:50 pm on December 20, resulted in 12 fatalities and 13 injuries. 
On December 21, 2023, the government of Jixi City in Heilongjiang Province, China, reported a tragic underground mine cart accident at the Kunyuan Coal Mine in Hengshan District. The incident, which occurred at 3:50 pm on December 20, resulted in 12 fatalities and 13 injuries. -
Colorado Supreme Court Ruling Adds Legal Hurdle to Trump's White House Bid
The impact of the ruling remains to be seen. The decision allows Trump the right to appeal, with the effective date of the judgment suspended until January 4 next year. If the U.S. Supreme Court accepts the case, the suspension will continue until a verdict is reached. Trump's campaign team has indicated they will promptly file an appeal. 
The impact of the ruling remains to be seen. The decision allows Trump the right to appeal, with the effective date of the judgment suspended until January 4 next year. If the U.S. Supreme Court accepts the case, the suspension will continue until a verdict is reached. Trump's campaign team has indicated they will promptly file an appeal.
