UK Prepares for Potential Lebanon Evacuations Amid Israel-Hezbollah Escalation

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The UK is sending 700 troops to Cyprus to prepare for potential evacuations from Lebanon as Israel's attacks on the country intensify.** Lebanon's foreign minister said close to 500,000 people have been displaced in the country since Israel's strikes ramped up last week, and the UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting on Lebanon on Wednesday. At least 569 people have been killed in Israeli strikes in Lebanon since Monday, and Hezbollah announced the death of commander Ibrahim Mohammed Kobeissi in an Israeli strike. US President Biden warned against a 'full-scale war' in Lebanon, while Qatar's Emir called Israel's war in Gaza a 'genocide' at the UN General Assembly.

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Russia Claims Control Over Key Ukrainian Town; Macron Urges Realism on Territory

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Russia has claimed victory in capturing the key town of Kurakhove in eastern Ukraine, though Ukraine has yet to confirm. Meanwhile, French President Macron called for realism from Ukraine on territorial issues. Heavy fighting continues in the region, with Ukraine hoping for more Western military aid. Russia has been driving westward in a slow, costly effort to capture all of Donetsk.

Can Trump Be the Key to Ending the Ukraine War?

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes that US President-elect Donald Trump could be crucial in ending the war and stopping Russian leader Vladimir Putin. In a recent interview, Zelenskyy praised Trump's strength and unpredictability, and expressed his hope that Trump would use these qualities to help Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. However, the specifics of Trump's policy towards Ukraine are still unclear, and it remains to be seen whether he will follow through on Zelenskyy's hopes. In the meantime, Ukraine continues to fight for its future, and the world waits to see what role Trump will play in the conflict.

Ukraine's Military Success: Over 1,600 Russian Troops Killed and Wounded in a Day

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In a significant blow to the Russian forces, Ukraine has reported that over 1,600 Russian soldiers were killed or wounded in just one day, along with the loss of 34 artillery systems and 27 armored combat vehicles. This brings the total combat losses of the Russian forces since February 24, 2022, to approximately 787,550 military personnel, 9,668 tanks, 20,030 armored combat vehicles, 21,528 artillery systems, and more. Russian forces have also lost over 21,000 tactical and strategic UAVs and 3,003 cruise missiles. These figures are still being confirmed.

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Ukraine's Air Defenses Repel Massive Russian Attack

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Ukraine's Air Defenses Repel Massive Russian Attack
In a massive attack on Christmas Eve, Russian forces launched 184 aerial targets at Ukraine's fuel and energy infrastructure.*
Ukraine's Air Force detected and tracked all the targets.*
Out of 184 targets, 113 were destroyed, including 55 cruise missiles, 4 guided missiles, and 54 drones.*
Another 52 attack UAVs failed to reach their targets.*
The Russians targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure in several oblasts, causing damages.*
Ukraine's Air Force is ready to repel any further attacks.*

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Civilian Toll Rises as Russian Attacks Continue in Kherson Oblast

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Tensions escalate in Kherson Oblast as Russian attacks continue.** On December 19, three civilians were injured in a Russian drone attack on Kherson and the village of Antonivka. The victims, a man of 52 and a woman of 55, suffered blast injuries and shrapnel wounds to their legs. In a separate incident, a 30-year-old resident of Beryslav was killed by a Russian UAV on December 22. These attacks come after a series of similar incidents in the region, resulting in a rising civilian toll. **Stay informed on the evolving situation in Ukraine.

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Russian Aggression in Ukraine: Civilians Killed and Injured in Donetsk and Kherson Oblasts

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Russian forces continue to wreak havoc in Ukraine**, killing three civilians and injuring 19 others in Donetsk and Kherson oblasts on December 20. The Russians targeted critical and social infrastructure, as well as residential areas of various settlements in Kherson Oblast, damaging 34 high-rise buildings, 29 houses, gas pipelines, utility buildings, garages, a warehouse, and cars. An elderly man was killed during an attack on the village of Tomyna Balka in Kherson Oblast on December 21, and Russian occupation forces attacked a medical facility in the city of Kherson, heavily damaging the building. **The international community must take action to stop Russia's aggression and protect innocent civilians.

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Russian Aggression in Kherson Oblast: Deadly Attacks and Rising Civilian Casualties

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Russian forces continue to wreak havoc in Kherson Oblast**, with a series of brutal attacks in the past three months. The latest incident on 17 December resulted in the death of a 59-year-old woman and injury to a 63-year-old woman. In total, 30 civilians have been killed and 350 injured in Russian drone attacks alone during this period. The head of Kherson City Military Administration, Roman Mrochko, has called for urgent measures to protect the city and its people, including the creation of a defensive 'dome'. As the conflict escalates, the human cost continues to rise, with innocent civilians bearing the brunt of the violence.

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Assassination of Russia's Top Nuclear Commander: A Game Changer?

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Big News!** Ukraine claims responsibility for the assassination of Russia's top nuclear commander, Lt. General Igor Kirillov. The explosion in Moscow killed Kirillov and his assistant. Ukraine charged Kirillov with using banned chemical weapons in Ukraine. Russia treats the bombing as a terrorist attack. But why now? Could this be a game changer in the ongoing conflict? Stay tuned for more updates.

NATO Chief Sounds Alarm: Over 1 Million Killed or Wounded in Ukraine Conflict

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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte recently announced that the Russo-Ukrainian war has resulted in over one million casualties since February 2022. In a speech in Brussels, Rutte emphasized that the conflict leads to new deaths and injuries every day, with over 10,000 killed or wounded weekly. Russia's losses alone have reached 700,000 people, making it a record month for casualties. Rutte warned that NATO allies must prepare for the threats they will face from Russia in the coming years and shift to a wartime mindset with increased defense spending. This alarming update comes as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that 43,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed and 370,000 wounded since February 2022, with Russian losses exceeding 750,000 people.

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Deadly Year For Journalists As Conflict Zones Claim Lives

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Reporters Without Borders** has released its annual report on press freedom, revealing that a staggering 54 journalists lost their lives in 2024 while doing their job. Israel is responsible for a third of these deaths, with 16 journalists killed in Gaza and 2 in Lebanon. Palestine is now the most dangerous country for journalists, surpassing any other nation in the past five years. Ukraine, China, Myanmar, Israel and Belarus are the top jailers of journalists worldwide.

Storm Darragh Aftermath: Thousands Left Without Power, Two Dead

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Storm Darragh's Aftermath Leaves 66,000 Without Power and Two Dead.
Storm Darragh caused widespread destruction across the UK, leaving tens of thousands of homes without power and disrupting train lines. Two men died when trees fell on their vehicles in separate incidents. Hundreds of flood alerts were in place, and as many as 134 flood alerts remain in force.

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The Latest on Syria: Golan Heights, Torture Victims, and More

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Syria:** Rebels have taken control of Sednaya prison, freeing thousands of detainees. The search for those still missing continues. Israel has taken control of a demilitarized buffer zone in Syrian-controlled territory in the Golan Heights, causing international concern. Torture Victims: The leader of the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group has vowed to pursue 'war criminals' and hold them accountable. The UN Security Council is working on a joint statement on Syria's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and unity.

The Latest on Syria: Assad's Fate Unclear as Rebels Seize Damascus

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Assad's Fate Unclear:** The former Syrian dictator's whereabouts remain unknown after rebels took control of Damascus and declared the end of his family's decades-long rule. Russia claims Assad resigned and left the country, but there's no confirmation of his destination. Rebel Offensive: A lightning rebel offensive seized Damascus, with Assad reportedly fleeing. The UK government welcomes the fall of Assad, and the Turkish foreign minister suggested his country may be the biggest external beneficiary.

Assad's Proscription:** The UK government is reviewing the proscription of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, the leading insurgent group in Syria, due to its efforts to distance itself from al-Qaida and its role in the rebellion.

Ukraine's Air Defence Units Respond to Russian Drones Attack

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Russian forces launched attack drones on Ukraine on the evening of Thursday, 5 December.** The Ukrainian military warned of UAVs flying towards the cities of Vyshhorod and Kyiv, prompting a response from Ukrainian air defence units. Kyiv City Military Administration reported air defence responding in the capital shortly after 01:00, and later, Klitschko reported that wreckage from a downed Russian drone was found on a roadway in the Holosiivskyi district of the capital. There were no fires, damage to buildings or casualties, and the all-clear was given in Kyiv at 02:18.

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Major Rail Disruptions Expected Across the U.K. Today!

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A nationwide fault is causing major disruptions across the rail network.

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The communication system used between train drivers and signallers is affected.

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Trains across the network are having to start their journeys later.
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Passengers are being advised to check before they travel.

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Russian Attacks on Ukraine: A Brief Overview

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Russian Attacks on Ukraine: A Brief Overview
On the night of Dec 3-4, 2024, Russia launched an attack using an Kh-59/69 air-to-surface missile and 50 drones. 29 Russian drones were downed and 18 disappeared from radar.*
On the night of Dec 4-5, 2024, Russia struck Dnipropetrovsk Oblast with Iskander ballistic missiles and sent 44 Shahed attack UAVs and other types of drones. 30 UAVs were destroyed and 12 disappeared from radar.*

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Ukraine's Forces Deal Heavy Blows to Russia: Over 1,500 Soldiers Killed and Wounded in Just One Day

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In a major blow to Russia, Ukraine's forces have inflicted heavy losses, killing or wounding over 1,500 Russian soldiers and destroying more than 180 pieces of military equipment in just one day. This brings the total combat losses of the Russian forces since the beginning of the full-scale invasion to over 748,000 soldiers and over 21,000 artillery systems. The conflict is ongoing and the figures are being confirmed by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

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UK House Prices Surprisingly Soaring!

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UK house prices have defied expectations and are growing at their fastest annual rate in nearly two years. The average property now costs £268,144, close to the record high of £273,751 reached in August 2022. This surge is attributed to economic conditions, including low unemployment and above-inflation wage rises. However, a mortgage is far more expensive now due to rising interest rates. The Bank of England warns that around half of UK's mortgage holders face higher rates over the next three years.

Transport Secretary Resigns After Admitting Phone Offence

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Transport Secretary Louise Haigh has resigned after admitting to incorrectly telling police that a work mobile phone was stolen in 2013. Haigh, who has been the MP for Sheffield Heeley since 2015, took office as Transport Secretary after Labour's election win in July 2023. She had plans to 'move fast and fix things' and make huge strides to take the rail system back into public ownership. But within months, she became embroiled in a row after describing P&O Ferries as a 'rogue operator'. Haigh's resignation comes after she pleaded guilty to fraud by false representation in 2014, following an investigation by her former employer, Aviva, into a missing work phone. She admitted not informing Aviva straight away that she had found her missing work phone was a mistake.

Daily Digest: Escalating Conflict in Sumy Oblast

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In the latest developments in Sumy Oblast, Russian forces have intensified their attacks on the border areas, causing extensive damage to residential buildings.** Here's a quick recap of the situation:

  • 73 attacks were recorded over the past day, resulting in 190 explosions across multiple hromadas.
  • The Russians used tank and artillery fire, drone strikes, and guided bomb launches, causing significant destruction.
  • In Korovyntsi hromada, a missile strike damaged two residential buildings.
  • Velyka Pysarivka hromada suffered a drone attack that destroyed a home in a fire.
  • The Buryn hromada was targeted by a Shahed UAV strike, damaging three residential buildings.

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