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U.K. calls for restraint over China's military drills around Taiwan

The Chinese embassy in Britain said the foreign office remarks were a misrepresentation of the facts, a manipulation of the truth

31 Dec 2025 7:58 am
After Russian claim, U.S. NATO envoy says unclear whether attack on Putins residence actually happened

Ukraine called Russias accusations lies aimed at justifying more attacks on Ukraine, and its foreign minister said on Tuesday (December 30) that Russia had not provided any evidence because theres none

31 Dec 2025 6:47 am
DOJ pushed to prosecute Kilmar Abrego Garcia only after mistaken deportation, judges order says

A newly unsealed order in the criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia reveals that high-level Justice Department officials pushed for his indictment only after he was mistakenly deported and then ordered returned to the U.S. Abrego Garcia has pleaded not guilty to charges of human smuggling

31 Dec 2025 5:57 am
United in fear, divided in politics a view from Narva, an Estonian city bordering Russia

Some201 kmaway from capital Tallinn, Narva is the most Russian speaking town of Europe with over 96% Russian speakers among itsroughly 53,000residents.

31 Dec 2025 5:51 am
Junta leader Gen. Mamdi Doumbouya declared winner of Guineas election, provisional results show

Junta leader Gen. Mamdi Doumbouya was declared the winner of Guineas election held over the weekend

31 Dec 2025 5:39 am
Israel says it will halt operations of several humanitarian organisations in Gaza starting in 2026

Israel says the rules are aimed at preventing Hamas and other militant groups from infiltrating the aid organizations

31 Dec 2025 5:37 am
Head-on train crash near Peru's Machu Picchu kills driver, injures dozens

Police are investigating the collision between trains operated by Inca Rail S.A. and PeruRail S.A., which mainly transport tourists to the iconic site

31 Dec 2025 5:35 am
Ukraine targets Moscow with drones, Russia says

The reported attacks came a day after Russia accused Ukraine, without providing evidence, of trying to attack President Vladimir Putins residence

31 Dec 2025 5:31 am
Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK, dies of rare form of leukemia

Schlossberg was a climate change and environmental journalist and the second child of JFKs daughter, former U.S. diplomat Caroline Kennedy, and the designer-artist Edwin Schlossberg

31 Dec 2025 5:07 am
U.S. sanctions 10 people, firms from Iran and Venezuela over drone, missile trade

he Treasury Department said the latest measures are intended to support the reimposed United Nations sanctions on Iran over its nuclear programme

31 Dec 2025 4:57 am
Nearly 25 Islamic State fighters killed or captured in Syria, U.S. military says

The U.S. military says nearly 25 operatives of the Islamic State group were killed or captured in Syria this month

31 Dec 2025 4:26 am
A multipolar world with bipolar characteristics

The three great powers understand that the world is no longer organised around a single centre of authority

31 Dec 2025 12:16 am
China mediated in Pakistan, India tensions: Wang Yi

China's role in the May 7-10 Operation Sindoor conflict between India and Pakistan this year came under serious scrutiny and criticism, especially the military assistance provided by Beijing to Islamabad

31 Dec 2025 12:12 am
The India-New Zealand FTA unlocking growth

The free trade agreement reflects confidence in India as a resilient player in international trade and also a reliable economic partner

31 Dec 2025 12:08 am
Myanmar junta accuses rebels of malicious election attacks

Former civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi remains jailed, while her hugely popular party has been dissolved and was not taking part

30 Dec 2025 10:09 pm
Smoke rises in Yemeni port of Mukalla following Saudi-led coalition strike

Saudi Arabia said its national security was a red line on Tuesday, backing calls for UAE forces to leave Yemen within 24 hours, shortly after a Saudi-led coalition airstrike hit the southern port of Mukalla.

30 Dec 2025 9:30 pm
Iran designates Royal Canadian Navy a terrorist organisation

Iran said that the move was in reaction to Ottawa declaring the Revolutionary Guards a terror group contrary to the fundamental principles of international law

30 Dec 2025 9:12 pm
Iran's government offers dialogue to protesters

President Masoud Pezeshkian said in a social media post late on Monday (December 29, 2025) that he had asked the interior minister to listen to legitimate demands of protesters

30 Dec 2025 6:59 pm
Eurostar suspends Channel Tunnel services after power supply issue

Eurostar warned passengers to expect severe delays; a spokesperson said they did not know when services would resume and declined to comment on the number of passengers impacted by the disruption

30 Dec 2025 6:31 pm
Daily Quiz | On news event locations in 2025

Can you identify the locations based on the news events that unfolded in 2025?

30 Dec 2025 5:08 pm
Ukraine says false Russian reports of attack on Putins residence undermine peace process

We were disappointed and concerned to see the statements by Emirati, Indian, and Pakistani sides expressing their concerns regarding the attack that never happened, Ukraines Foreign Minister said

30 Dec 2025 3:45 pm
Between the Begums, and their parties, a bitter rivalry and vengeful past

With Khaledas death and Hasinas exile, Bangladesh faces its first election without either of its two former PMs, to the benefit of radicals

30 Dec 2025 2:29 pm
Khaleda Zia's funeral to be held on December 31; Bangladesh announces three-day state mourning

In a televised address to the nation, Chief Adviser Yunus urged people to maintain discipline and order during the funeral prayers and the observance of mourning across the country

30 Dec 2025 1:05 pm
Turkey detains 110 suspects in operation targeting Islamic State after deadly clash

Police carried out raids on 114 addresses in Istanbul and two other provinces, arresting 110 of the total 115 suspects that they sought, the prosecutors statement said

30 Dec 2025 12:44 pm
Beijing condemns demolition of monument honouring Chinese community in Panama

Trump has pushed to offset economic ties between Latin American nations and China, which have strengthened in recent years as China outpaced American investment in much of the region

30 Dec 2025 12:31 pm
'A profound loss': Hasina pays tribute to Zia

Ms. Hasina said that Zias death marked a profound loss for Bangladeshs political life and for the leadership of the BNP

30 Dec 2025 12:21 pm
Fewer fact-checks, ascent of AI, social media scans for visas: Events that marked digital platforms in 2025

How did your experience as a social media user change this year? Have a look at this refresher

30 Dec 2025 11:43 am
Trump, top aides asked Netanyahu to change policy in occupied West Bank: Reports

International pressure has been mounting on Israel to curb settlers attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank.

30 Dec 2025 11:11 am
South Korea greenlights operation of nuclear power reactor

In a statement, the Nuclear Safety and Security Commission said the Saeul 3 unit in the southeastern city of Ulsan, construction of which had begun in 2016, would expand to full operation after its pilot run over the next six months.

30 Dec 2025 11:03 am
BNP declares seven days of mourning after death of Khaleda Zia

Black flags will be raised at the BNP's central office in Nayapaltan and all party offices nationwide

30 Dec 2025 10:30 am
Khaleda Zia death: Bangladesh Chief Adviser Yunus, PM Modi express condolences

Ms. Zia, the longtime chief of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), died due to prolonged illness; PM Modi recalled meeting her in 2015

30 Dec 2025 9:55 am
Khaleda Zia death LIVE: End of an era as Bangladesh former PM dies

Bangladesh's three-time Prime Minister Khaleda Zia was the first female PM of the country

30 Dec 2025 9:27 am
Chinas live fire drills around Taiwan resume for a second day, aimed at warning 'external forces'

Taiwan's aviation authority said more than 1,00,000 international air travelers would be affected by flight cancellations or diversions

30 Dec 2025 8:31 am
Bangladesh's first female Prime Minister, Khaleda Zia, dies at 80

Khaleda was suffering from advanced cirrhosis of the liver, arthritis, diabetes, chest and heart problems, her doctors said

30 Dec 2025 7:12 am
Israel defends Somaliland move at UN amid concerns over Gaza motives; US accuses Security Council of double standards

Some states question if recognition part of a bid to relocate Palestinians or establish military bases

30 Dec 2025 7:04 am
Suriname knife attacker found dead in his cell, after killing 9 people including his own children

Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspect had a history of mental illness

30 Dec 2025 6:58 am
Pentagon announces $8.6 billion Boeing contract for F-15 jets for Israel

The Pentagon said the contract involved foreign military sales to Israel

30 Dec 2025 6:04 am
Trump says not concerned by Chinese drills around Taiwan

China, which claims Taiwan, a self-governing democracy, on Monday launched drills that it said would simulate a blockade of the island's key ports

30 Dec 2025 5:44 am
Zelenskyy says Ukraine needs U.S. support and he does not trust Putin

I dont trust Putin and he doesnt want success for Ukraine, Mr. Zelenskyy said

30 Dec 2025 5:33 am
U.S. Military says two men killed in strike on suspected drug vessel in Pacific

No U.S. personnel were harmed during the operation, the military said

30 Dec 2025 5:01 am
Hamas says its longtime spokesman was killed following an Israeli strike in August

Hamas has confirmed that its longtime spokesman was killed following an Israeli strike in August in war-torn Gaza

30 Dec 2025 3:04 am
Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua involved in a car accident in Nigeria

The accident occurred on a major thoroughfare linking Ogun state, a nearby city, to Lagos, the country's economic center

30 Dec 2025 2:04 am