Israel and Hezbollah Clash Despite Ceasefire

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There's tension in the Middle East as Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire, testing the limits of their fragile ceasefire. It all started when Hezbollah fired two mortar shells at an Israeli military outpost, prompting Israel to retaliate with its largest series of air strikes since the truce came into effect. The international committee meant to monitor the truce is getting organized, but the question remains: will the war resume?

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Breaking News: Russian Forces Bombard Sumy and Donetsk Regions, Ukraine 💣

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In the latest wave of attacks, Russian forces have bombarded the Sumy and Donetsk regions in Ukraine, leaving one person injured in Sumy and injuring five others in Pokrovsk and Nadiivka in Donetsk.

In Sumy, Russian forces conducted 50 attacks, resulting in 169 explosions. The hromadas (administrative units) targeted were Yunakivka, Myropillia, Bilopillia, Krasnopillia, Velyka Pysarivka, Nova Sloboda, Shalyhyne, Khutir-Mykhailivskyi, Seredyna-Buda and Znob-Novhorodske.

In Donetsk, the Russians injured three people and damaged a store and an administrative building in Pokrovsk, while two more people were injured in Nadiivka, where two houses were damaged.

Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.

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Eastern Ukraine Under Heavy Attack: Sumy Oblast Under Siege

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Ukraine's Sumy Oblast has seen a surge in Russian attacks this year, with a four-fold increase in strikes compared to last year.** Over the past day, Russian forces have conducted 52 attacks on 10 hromadas in the oblast, using a variety of weapons like VOG high-explosive fragmentation grenades, FPV drones, mortars, and guided bombs. Settlements in the Sumy and Shostka districts are suffering the most from artillery shelling and aerial strikes. Despite this, the military administration reports that there have been no recorded instances of Russian forces crossing the Ukrainian border into Sumy Oblast. **Ukrainian forces and border guards have been swiftly dealing with individual sabotage and reconnaissance groups of the enemy.

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Tragedy Strikes Kherson: Two Killed in Russian Attacks

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Two Lives Lost in Kherson:** Russian attacks on the village of Antonivka, a suburb of Kherson, have resulted in the death of a man and injury to another. The deceased's identity is yet to be established. This comes after a 58-year-old man was injured in a Russian UAV attack in Kherson earlier in the day.

Russian Offensives Continue: The attacks on Kherson and its suburbs have left several people injured, with eight reported injured in similar attacks on 5 January.

Supporting the Affected: Medical teams are working tirelessly to assist the victims, with doctors fighting to save the lives of those injured in the attacks.

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Biden's $8 Billion Arms Sale to Israel: What You Need to Know

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President Biden's administration has announced an $8 billion arms sale to Israel as fighting continues in Gaza. The sale includes medium-range air-to-air missiles and 155 mm artillery shells for long-range targeting, among other weapons. This move comes as the US urges Hamas to agree to a ceasefire, and despite calls for an arms embargo against Israel. With more than 45,700 deaths in Gaza since October 2023, the war has caused widespread destruction and displacement, with hundreds of thousands of people now sheltering in tents near the sea. The informal notice to Congress isn't the final notification before a sale, and the leaders of the House Foreign Affairs Committee or the Senate Foreign Relations Committee can review the package.

Heavy Russian Losses Reported by Ukraine's General Staff

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Ukraine's General Staff Reports Heavy Russian Losses:

  • Over 1,500 Russian soldiers killed and wounded in the last 24 hours.
  • 23 artillery systems destroyed.
  • Total estimated combat losses for Russia: 794,760 soldiers, 9,679 tanks, 20,093 armored combat vehicles, 21,578 artillery systems, and more.

The numbers are still being confirmed, but one thing is clear: the war is taking a heavy toll on both sides.

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Israel-Gaza Conflict Intensifies, Killing Over 100 in First Three Days of 2025

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The war between Israel and Hamas has been raging on in 2025, with over 100 people killed in the Gaza Strip in the first three days of the year. Israel has threatened to intensify its strikes in Gaza if Hamas continues its rocket fire. Palestinian rescuers have reported dozens of deaths from Israeli strikes, with at least 18 killed on Thursday alone. Israel's offensive has killed over 45,000 Palestinians in Gaza, according to local health officials. Meanwhile, Israel has claimed responsibility for a raid in Syria last September, in which it destroyed a top-secret Iranian-led missile factory.

EXPLOSIVE START TO NEW YEAR IN UKRAINE: Two explosions rock Zaporizhzhia during air-raid warning, causing a fire and killing one person in Stepnohirske village

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New Year's Eve Chaos in Zaporizhzhia:** At least two explosions were heard in Zaporizhzhia during an air-raid warning, causing a fire in a residential area and killing one person in Stepnohirske village. The attack was launched by Russian forces using attack drones and Grad multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS). This marked the sixth air-raid warning in the oblast on 31 December. Continued Attacks in 2025: The attack in Stepnohirske village is the latest in a series of ongoing attacks in the region, with residential buildings destroyed and civilians injured. Ukraine's Resilience: Despite the continued attacks, Ukraine remains resilient, with rescue workers managing to save a woman in Stepnohirske village.

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What's happening in Israel and Palestine? Tensions are escalating with the Palestinian Authority suspending Al Jazeera, former Defense Minister Gallant resigning from parliament, and Israeli airstrikes leaving 11 dead in Gaza. Read on for a concise summary of these developments and their potential implications.

Ukraine's Defenders Repel Russian Attacks on Multiple Fronts

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Ukraine's military has been busy repelling numerous Russian attacks on various fronts. The heaviest fighting has been on the Pokrovsk front and in Russia's Kursk Oblast. The Russians have conducted over 100 attacks on the frontline since the morning of December 30th, with the greatest activity on the Pokrovsk front. Ukrainian troops have successfully repelled many of these attacks, inflicting heavy losses on Russian manpower.

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Ukraine and Russia Complete Large-Scale Prisoner Swap

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Ukraine and Russia just completed a significant prisoner swap**. 189 Ukrainians, including military personnel and two civilians, were released from Russian captivity. The exchange took place in Belarus and involved prisoners captured in various locations such as Azovstal, Mariupol, the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant, Zmiinyi Island, and other frontline areas. The released individuals include soldiers, sergeants, officers, national guardsmen, border guards, Navy personnel, and Armed Forces members. This exchange is the result of the 11th negotiation conducted by the Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War, which has brought back a total of 3,956 people from Russian captivity since the full-scale invasion.

Netanyahu's Surgery and Israel's Middle East Conflicts

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, 75, is undergoing prostate removal surgery on Sunday after being diagnosed with a urinary tract infection. The surgery comes as Netanyahu leads Israel in multiple conflicts across the Middle East against Iran and its proxy terrorist groups. This week, the IDF launched a series of airstrikes against the Houthi rebels in Yemen, targeting Sana’a International Airport, among other locations. Netanyahu is also testifying in a corruption case against him within Israel. The corruption trial kicked off in 2020, with prosecutors accusing Netanyahu of exchanging regulatory favors for positive press coverage in under-the-table dealings with media moguls.

Gaza Babies Dying From Cold; Palestinian Woman Shot Dead by Security Forces

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Ukraine's Heroes Holding Strong: Russian Losses Surge in Winter Offensive

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Ukrainian forces are putting up a fierce fight** against the ongoing Russian invasion, with the latest reports indicating that Russia has lost over 1,690 soldiers, 19 armored combat vehicles, and 29 artillery systems in just the last 24 hours. The total combat losses for Russia since the start of the war on February 24, 2022, are estimated to be around 784,200 military personnel, 9,651 tanks, and much more. Ukraine's heroes are holding strong, but they need our support. Let's stand with them!

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In the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, Russia has suffered heavy casualties with over 782,000 soldiers killed or wounded since the beginning of the war. In the past day alone, they've lost 1,650 soldiers. They've also lost a significant amount of military equipment, including tanks, armored combat vehicles, artillery systems, and more. The total combat losses of the Russian forces are estimated to be over 782,000 military personnel and nearly 100,000 pieces of equipment.

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Israel Confirms Killing of Hamas Chief Haniyeh in Tehran

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Israel has admitted to killing former Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran earlier this year, marking Israel's first public admission of responsibility for the operation. This comes as Defence Minister Israel Katz warned of striking hard at the Huthi rebels' leadership in Yemen. Haniyeh, who was seen as leading Hamas's negotiation efforts for a ceasefire in Gaza, was killed in a guesthouse in Tehran on July 31, reportedly by an explosive device placed by Israeli operatives weeks before. Iran and Hamas had previously blamed Israel for Haniyeh's death.

Over 1,000 North Korean Soldiers Killed in Ukraine War 💥

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North Korea suffers heavy losses in Russia-Ukraine war** 📰

🔍 Over 1,000 North Korean soldiers have been killed or injured in the Russia-Ukraine war, according to South Korean military officials. Pyongyang has sent thousands of troops to reinforce the Russian military, including to the Kursk border region where Ukrainian forces seized territory earlier this year.

👀 Russia is reportedly using North Korean troops for 'intensive offensive' operations, and the North is supplying artillery and drones to Moscow. This could lead to an increase in the North's military threat toward South Korea. 💣

🤔 Could North Korea's involvement in the Russia-Ukraine war lead to a further escalation of tensions in the region?

Russian General Killed in Moscow Blast; Israel Plans to Double Golan Heights Population

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In recent news, the head of the Russian army’s chemical weapons division, Lt Gen Igor Kirillov, was killed in a blast outside an apartment building in Moscow. The Ukrainian SBU security service has claimed responsibility for the attack. Meanwhile, Israel has announced plans to double its settlement in the occupied Golan Heights, sparking condemnation from Turkey. The move comes as Russia has gained momentum in the war in Ukraine, making gains in eastern Ukraine as the Kremlin seeks to secure as much territory as possible before Donald Trump returns to the White House. In other news, the UN envoy to Syria has urged a 'credible and inclusive' transition, while Syria's rebel factions are set to be disbanded.

Israeli-Hamas Ceasefire Deal in Sight as Negotiations Progress

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There's renewed optimism for a ceasefire-for-hostages deal between Israel and Hamas in Gaza by the end of the year. Both sides have expressed optimism, with around 60 living hostages and 35 bodies believed to be still in captivity. The incoming US president, Donald Trump, has urged for the release of the hostages, and Israeli and Hamas negotiators are reportedly 'the closest they've been to a hostage deal since the last deal'.