World Report Saturday's top stories in 10 minutes
Dec 27, 2025
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy meets with Canada's Prime Minister before crucial talks in the U.S. Meanwhile, Russia launches a fierce attack on Kyiv, causing significant disruptions. In Southeast Asia, Thailand and Cambodia reach a brief ceasefire amid escalating tensions. Back in Nigeria, concerns grow as additional strikes against Islamist militants loom. On a lighter note, the last surviving Dionne quintuplet passes away, highlighting her extraordinary life. Finally, discover the health benefits of taking around 7,000 steps daily!
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Escalation Amid Diplomatic Push
- Russia launched mass missile and drone attacks that targeted Kyiv's infrastructure and left hundreds of thousands without power or heat.
- Volodymyr Zelensky is intensifying diplomacy with EU and U.S. leaders amid ongoing strikes.
Short Ceasefire To Test Stability
- Thailand and Cambodia agreed to a 72-hour monitored ceasefire after 20 days of intense border clashes that displaced over a million people.
- The short truce will test whether calm holds and allow civilians to return if stability persists.
A Missing Military Mobility Capability
- Canada currently lacks amphibious landing capability to move vehicles and heavy equipment directly to shore.
- An ice-capable landing ship would fill a decades-old transport gap for Arctic and humanitarian missions.