World Report Wednesday's top stories in 10 minutes
Dec 24, 2025
Ukraine's President unveils a detailed peace plan, while Russia prepares its response amidst ongoing tensions. New South Wales implements strict gun laws, aiming for a safer environment. Southern California faces a dangerous winter storm, bringing flood risks and mudslide concerns. A tragic case involving a carbon monoxide leak claims the life of an 11-year-old boy in Regina. Efforts are underway to identify coastlines depicted in 17th-century Dutch paintings, and musician Ashley MacIsaac battles AI-generated defamation that led to a concert cancellation.
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Refined 20-Point Peace Roadmap
- Ukraine and the U.S. refined a 28-point plan into a 20-point diplomatic roadmap aimed at a deal including Ukraine, Russia, the U.S. and Europe.
- The plan keeps Ukraine's army at about 800,000 with U.S. and European security guarantees, but key issues like Donetsk, Luhansk and Zaporizhia remain unresolved.
Violence Shadows Moscow's Review
- Moscow prepared to review the 20-point plan even as a sudden spike in unexplained violence occurred in the city, linking diplomatic talks with security tensions on the ground.
- Russian authorities blamed Ukrainian intelligence for recent explosions, highlighting risks to negotiations.
Tighten Gun Rules After Massacre
- New South Wales banned high-capacity firearms and limited gun licences while requiring two-year renewals to tighten gun control after the Bondi Beach attack.
- Officials signalled more legal changes and scrutiny of hate speech laws, and opponents plan constitutional challenges.