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Smoke rises from residential areas in Kyiv, Ukraine, following Russian strikes
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540 Projectiles and a Peace Summit: Kyiv Under Siege Ahead of Zelenskyy-Trump Talks

Russia launched 540 missiles and drones at Kyiv on Dec 27, 2025, just before Zelenskyy's meeting with Donald Trump. One-third of the city is without heat.

Conceptual image of Japan's flag and a nuclear atom symbol
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Nuclear-Ready in 3 Years? Kissinger’s Warning Rattles East Asia

Chinese experts and Kissinger's predictions suggest Japan could develop nuclear weapons in under 3 years. Read about the shifting security landscape in Tokyo.

A ballot box on a dusty street under a hazy orange sunset.
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Myanmar's Civil War Election: Phased Voting Starts Dec 28 Amid UN Criticism

Myanmar's military junta begins phased general elections on Dec 28, 2025. The UN warns the vote will not be free or fair amid the ongoing civil war.

Honor guard ceremony for Libyan military officials at a Turkish airbase
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A Pillar of Unity Falls: Turkiye Honors Libya's Fallen Military Chief Mohammed al-Haddad

Turkiye honors Libyan military chief Mohammed al-Haddad following a fatal plane crash. Explore the geopolitical implications and the leadership vacuum in Libya's unification efforts.

Refugee camp near the Sudan border with smoke rising in the background
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Sudan Peace Initiative Falters: 14 Million Displaced as Conflict Spills Across Borders

On December 27, 2025, Sudan's civil war escalated as the RSF rejected a peace plan, causing tensions to spill into Chad and South Sudan amidst a crisis affecting 14 million people.

Soldiers on guard at a misty jungle border zone
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Gunfire Echoes Despite Talks: Thai-Cambodian Border Clashes and Global Strikes

Fighting erupts at the Thai-Cambodia border despite diplomatic talks. Explore the latest on global security strikes and holiday season tensions in 2025.

Missile streaks over the Kyiv skyline and Polish fighter jets on standby.
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Russia Strikes Kyiv Before Peace Talks; Poland Scrambles Fighter Jets

Russia launched a massive strike on Kyiv with 500 drones and 40 missiles just before Zelensky's meeting with Trump. Poland scrambled jets as regional tensions reached a breaking point.

Thai and Cambodian defense ministers shaking hands at a border meeting
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A Fragile 72-Hour Truce: Thailand and Cambodia Pause Three-Week Border Conflict

Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to a 72-hour ceasefire after three weeks of conflict. Defense Minister Natthaphon emphasized that the truce is not based on trust.

Thai and Cambodian defense ministers shaking hands at a border checkpoint to mark the ceasefire agreement
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1 Million Displaced: Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Immediate Border Ceasefire

Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an immediate ceasefire after weeks of deadly border clashes displaced nearly 1 million people. Soldiers will be released after 72 hours of peace.

Cracked Western marble pillar contrasted with modern Chinese renewable energy infrastructure
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Is Hegemony Over? Jeffrey Sachs and Kerry Brown on the Global Power Shift

Jeffrey Sachs and Kerry Brown discuss the end of Western hegemony, China's pivotal role in the green energy transition, and the impact of Trump's diplomatic style.

Large campaign billboard of President Touadera in Bangui
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Ballots Amid Boycotts: Touadera’s Quest for Permanent Power in CAR

CAR citizens head to the polls on Dec 28, 2025. President Touadera seeks to extend his rule under a new constitution amid an opposition boycott and heavy Russian influence.

International observers monitoring the ceasefire line at the Thailand-Cambodia border.
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Guns Fall Silent: Thailand and Cambodia Sign Immediate Ceasefire After Deadly Border Clashes

Thailand and Cambodia have signed an immediate ceasefire on Dec 27, 2025, after 20 days of border clashes that killed 100+ people. ASEAN observers will monitor the fragile truce.