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Putin Expands Nuclear Doctrine After Biden Approves Ukraine's Use of U.S. Missiles for Strikes Inside Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially expanded Russia's nuclear doctrine, a move seen as a response to heightened tensions with the West following President Joe Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to deploy U.S.-supplied longer-range missiles against Russian targets. This change, announced Tuesday, marks another escalation in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, now in its 1,000th day. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially expanded Russia's nuclear doctrine, a move seen as a response to heightened tensions with the West following President Joe Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to deploy U.S.-supplied longer-range missiles against Russian targets. This change, announced Tuesday, marks another escalation in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, now in its 1,000th day. -
Israel's Recent Strike Hits Iranian Nuclear Component, Netanyahu Confirms
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed on Monday that a recent military strike on Iran targeted a critical element of Tehran's nuclear program, alongside significant blows to its defense and missile production capabilities. Speaking in a Knesset address, Netanyahu stated that Israel's October operation had "degraded" Iran's military strength and specifically impacted its nuclear ambitions. 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed on Monday that a recent military strike on Iran targeted a critical element of Tehran's nuclear program, alongside significant blows to its defense and missile production capabilities. Speaking in a Knesset address, Netanyahu stated that Israel's October operation had "degraded" Iran's military strength and specifically impacted its nuclear ambitions. -
Putin Faces 'Coup Attempt' in Russian-Controlled Abkhazia Amid Mass Protests
Russian President Vladimir Putin is facing a destabilizing crisis in Abkhazia, a breakaway Georgian region that has long been under Moscow's control. The turmoil erupted after widespread protests against an investment agreement with Russia escalated into what local leaders described as a potential coup. Demonstrators seized government buildings in the capital, Sukhumi, demanding the resignation of President Aslan Bzhania and his cabinet. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin is facing a destabilizing crisis in Abkhazia, a breakaway Georgian region that has long been under Moscow's control. The turmoil erupted after widespread protests against an investment agreement with Russia escalated into what local leaders described as a potential coup. Demonstrators seized government buildings in the capital, Sukhumi, demanding the resignation of President Aslan Bzhania and his cabinet. -
At Least 34 Dead in Israeli Strike on Gaza; Rescuers Race to Find Dozens Still Missing
An Israeli airstrike leveled a residential building in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza, killing at least 34 people, including numerous women and children, according to the local civil defense agency. The attack, one of the deadliest in recent weeks, highlights the intensifying conflict as Israel targets militant infrastructure amid its broader offensive against Hamas. 
An Israeli airstrike leveled a residential building in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza, killing at least 34 people, including numerous women and children, according to the local civil defense agency. The attack, one of the deadliest in recent weeks, highlights the intensifying conflict as Israel targets militant infrastructure amid its broader offensive against Hamas. -
Kremlin Accuses Biden of Escalating Ukraine Conflict with Long-Range Missile Decision
The Kremlin on Monday accused President Joe Biden of escalating the war in Ukraine following reports that the U.S. has authorized Kyiv to use long-range American-supplied missiles to strike targets inside Russian territory. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov warned that the move represents a "qualitatively new round of tension" and directly implicates the United States in the conflict, raising the stakes for potential broader escalation. 
The Kremlin on Monday accused President Joe Biden of escalating the war in Ukraine following reports that the U.S. has authorized Kyiv to use long-range American-supplied missiles to strike targets inside Russian territory. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov warned that the move represents a "qualitatively new round of tension" and directly implicates the United States in the conflict, raising the stakes for potential broader escalation. -
Pope Francis Calls for Genocide Investigation Over Israel's Gaza Actions
Pope Francis has called for a thorough investigation into allegations that Israel's military actions in Gaza may constitute genocide. The remarks, which represent the pontiff's first direct call for an inquiry into such serious charges, come from excerpts of an upcoming book, "Hope Never Disappoints. Pilgrims Towards a Better World," by Hernán Reyes Alcaide, to be released Tuesday. The book coincides with Francis' preparations for the 2025 jubilee year, expected to draw millions of pilgrims to Rome. 
Pope Francis has called for a thorough investigation into allegations that Israel's military actions in Gaza may constitute genocide. The remarks, which represent the pontiff's first direct call for an inquiry into such serious charges, come from excerpts of an upcoming book, "Hope Never Disappoints. Pilgrims Towards a Better World," by Hernán Reyes Alcaide, to be released Tuesday. The book coincides with Francis' preparations for the 2025 jubilee year, expected to draw millions of pilgrims to Rome. -
Russia Launches Deadly Strikes on Ukraine, Targeting Energy Grid
Russia unleashed one of its largest aerial offensives in months against Ukraine, targeting critical energy infrastructure across the country and leaving at least five dead. The overnight barrage struck major cities, from Odesa and Dnipro to Rivne in the west, and forced residents of Kyiv to take shelter in the city's metro stations. 
Russia unleashed one of its largest aerial offensives in months against Ukraine, targeting critical energy infrastructure across the country and leaving at least five dead. The overnight barrage struck major cities, from Odesa and Dnipro to Rivne in the west, and forced residents of Kyiv to take shelter in the city's metro stations. -
Israeli Strike Reportedly Kills Hezbollah Media Chief
Mohammed Afif, the spokesperson and media relations chief for Hezbollah, was reportedly killed on Sunday in an Israeli airstrike targeting central Beirut, according to Lebanese security sources. 
Mohammed Afif, the spokesperson and media relations chief for Hezbollah, was reportedly killed on Sunday in an Israeli airstrike targeting central Beirut, according to Lebanese security sources. -
Austria Grapples with Russian Gas Supply Cutoff Amid Energy Tensions
Austria's energy landscape took a dramatic turn as Gazprom halted its natural gas deliveries to Austrian energy company OMV on Saturday, following a dispute over an arbitration award. This development, confirmed by Austrian officials, raises new questions about European energy security during the ongoing crisis sparked by Russia's war in Ukraine. 
Austria's energy landscape took a dramatic turn as Gazprom halted its natural gas deliveries to Austrian energy company OMV on Saturday, following a dispute over an arbitration award. This development, confirmed by Austrian officials, raises new questions about European energy security during the ongoing crisis sparked by Russia's war in Ukraine. -
Israeli Airstrikes Kill Medics in Southern Lebanon Amid Renewed Ceasefire Efforts
Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday killed at least two medics and injured several others, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry, marking another deadly escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The attacks targeted emergency response teams in the towns of Kfartebnit and Borj Rahal near Tyre, as well as areas in Beirut's southern suburbs. Two additional medics remain unaccounted for. 
Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday killed at least two medics and injured several others, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry, marking another deadly escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The attacks targeted emergency response teams in the towns of Kfartebnit and Borj Rahal near Tyre, as well as areas in Beirut's southern suburbs. Two additional medics remain unaccounted for.
