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Kremlin Denies Reports of Trump-Putin Phone Call on Ukraine Conflict
The Kremlin has firmly denied reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump last week regarding the conflict in Ukraine. The allegations, initially reported by The Washington Post and later echoed by other outlets, suggested that Trump had urged Putin not to escalate the war in Ukraine during a phone call, citing the extensive U.S. military presence in Europe. 
The Kremlin has firmly denied reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump last week regarding the conflict in Ukraine. The allegations, initially reported by The Washington Post and later echoed by other outlets, suggested that Trump had urged Putin not to escalate the war in Ukraine during a phone call, citing the extensive U.S. military presence in Europe. -
Netanyahu Acknowledges Role in Deadly Pager Attacks on Hezbollah, Defying Opposition from Security Officials
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has, for the first time, publicly confirmed his approval of a covert operation targeting Hezbollah operatives in September, revealing his role in a highly sophisticated series of attacks that have inflamed tensions across the region. During a closed-door cabinet meeting, Netanyahu reportedly admitted to authorizing the use of explosive-laden pagers and walkie-talkies against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, despite significant opposition from senior defense and political figures. 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has, for the first time, publicly confirmed his approval of a covert operation targeting Hezbollah operatives in September, revealing his role in a highly sophisticated series of attacks that have inflamed tensions across the region. During a closed-door cabinet meeting, Netanyahu reportedly admitted to authorizing the use of explosive-laden pagers and walkie-talkies against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, despite significant opposition from senior defense and political figures. -
Trump Warns Putin Against Escalating Ukraine War in Post-Election Call; President-Elect’s Transition Team Issues Response
President-elect Donald Trump, fresh off a decisive electoral victory, reportedly advised Russian President Vladimir Putin not to escalate the war in Ukraine during a phone conversation last Thursday, according to multiple sources familiar with the exchange. The Washington Post first reported the conversation, noting that it marked the first interaction between the two leaders since Trump reclaimed the presidency. President-elect Donald Trump, fresh off a decisive electoral victory, reportedly advised Russian President Vladimir Putin not to escalate the war in Ukraine during a phone conversation last Thursday, according to multiple sources familiar with the exchange. The Washington Post first reported the conversation, noting that it marked the first interaction between the two leaders since Trump reclaimed the presidency. -
Israeli Airstrikes in Lebanon, Gaza, and Syria Leave Scores Dead, Compounding Humanitarian Crisis
The conflict between Israel and militant groups in the Middle East surged over the weekend, resulting in more than 80 fatalities across Lebanon, Gaza, and Syria due to a wave of Israeli airstrikes, according to various reports. This escalation marks one of the deadliest periods in the ongoing hostilities. 
The conflict between Israel and militant groups in the Middle East surged over the weekend, resulting in more than 80 fatalities across Lebanon, Gaza, and Syria due to a wave of Israeli airstrikes, according to various reports. This escalation marks one of the deadliest periods in the ongoing hostilities. -
Russia and Ukraine Exchange Record Drone Strikes Amid Intensifying Conflict
Russia and Ukraine have escalated their conflict with a record-breaking exchange of drone strikes, marking one of the most intense periods of drone warfare since hostilities began. On Saturday night, Russia launched 145 drones against Ukraine, the highest number ever deployed in a single nighttime attack, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. In a simultaneous escalation, Ukraine carried out its largest drone assault on Moscow since the start of the war. 
Russia and Ukraine have escalated their conflict with a record-breaking exchange of drone strikes, marking one of the most intense periods of drone warfare since hostilities began. On Saturday night, Russia launched 145 drones against Ukraine, the highest number ever deployed in a single nighttime attack, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. In a simultaneous escalation, Ukraine carried out its largest drone assault on Moscow since the start of the war. -
Qatar Withdraws as Mediator in Gaza Ceasefire Talks, Cites Lack of Good-Faith Negotiations
Qatar has announced a suspension of its mediation efforts in ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas, citing a lack of genuine willingness by both parties to reach an agreement. The decision, detailed by Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al-Ansari on Saturday, reflects mounting frustration over stalled negotiations. 
Qatar has announced a suspension of its mediation efforts in ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas, citing a lack of genuine willingness by both parties to reach an agreement. The decision, detailed by Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al-Ansari on Saturday, reflects mounting frustration over stalled negotiations. -
South Korea Warns of Risks as North Korea’s GPS Jamming Disrupts Dozens of South Korean Flights, Vessels
South Korea's military has accused North Korea of launching a new wave of GPS jamming operations that disrupted dozens of civilian aircraft and several vessels over two consecutive days. 
South Korea's military has accused North Korea of launching a new wave of GPS jamming operations that disrupted dozens of civilian aircraft and several vessels over two consecutive days. -
Iran Denies ‘Baseless’ Allegations in Plot to Assassinate Trump, DOJ Charges Revealed
The U.S. Department of Justice has unveiled charges against three individuals involved in a thwarted Iranian plot to assassinate President-elect Donald Trump, a scheme reportedly orchestrated by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). 
The U.S. Department of Justice has unveiled charges against three individuals involved in a thwarted Iranian plot to assassinate President-elect Donald Trump, a scheme reportedly orchestrated by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). -
Train Station Suicide Bombing in Pakistan Kills at Least 25, BLA Claims Responsibility
A powerful suicide bombing at a train station in Quetta, the capital of Pakistan's Balochistan province, killed at least 25 people on Saturday and injured over 50 others. The attack, claimed by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), occurred around 9 a.m. on a crowded platform as passengers waited to board a train bound for Rawalpindi. Among the dead were soldiers, railway staff, and civilians, as confirmed by local officials. 
A powerful suicide bombing at a train station in Quetta, the capital of Pakistan's Balochistan province, killed at least 25 people on Saturday and injured over 50 others. The attack, claimed by the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), occurred around 9 a.m. on a crowded platform as passengers waited to board a train bound for Rawalpindi. Among the dead were soldiers, railway staff, and civilians, as confirmed by local officials. -
Zelensky Confirms Deadly Clashes Between Ukrainian Forces and North Korean Troops as Trump Signals Potential Shift in U.S. Policy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed Thursday that North Korean troops have engaged in combat with Ukrainian forces in Russia's Kursk region, marking a concerning escalation in the ongoing conflict. Zelensky disclosed that 11,000 North Korean soldiers are stationed in the region, which has been a flashpoint since Ukraine's incursion into Russian territory earlier this summer. 
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed Thursday that North Korean troops have engaged in combat with Ukrainian forces in Russia's Kursk region, marking a concerning escalation in the ongoing conflict. Zelensky disclosed that 11,000 North Korean soldiers are stationed in the region, which has been a flashpoint since Ukraine's incursion into Russian territory earlier this summer.
