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Dec 21, 2025 • 3min
Occupied West Bank shooting, US forces seize oil vessel off Venezuelan coast
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Dec 21, 2025 • 3min
Intense fighting in Sudan's Kordofan, Train crashes into elephants in India
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Dec 21, 2025 • 3min
Israeli arms sales surge, South Africa shooting
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Dec 20, 2025 • 3min
US military carries strikes on ISIL targets, Russian strikes on Odessa
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Dec 20, 2025 • 3min
Trump orders strikes on ISIL in Syria, Funeral for Bangladeshi student activist
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Dec 20, 2025 • 3min
US attacks 70 ISIL targets in Syria, Israeli troops fire over safety zone
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Dec 20, 2025 • 3min
US launches attacks on ISIL in Syria, Bolivia transportation worker strike
Get the latest on U.S. military actions as strikes target over 70 ISIL sites in Syria. Meanwhile, Putin touts rapid advances of Russian troops in Ukraine. Tragic news emerges from Gaza City where Israeli airstrikes hit a school, killing many. In political news, the U.S. condemns Maduro's regime as illegitimate amidst allegations of drug trafficking. Bolivia sees major disruptions as transport workers strike over steep fuel price hikes, affecting daily life in major cities.

Dec 19, 2025 • 2min
Putin says Moscow troops advancing, IPC warns of severe food shortages in Gaza
Vladimir Putin asserts that Russian troops are making swift progress in Ukraine. In a major financial move, the EU introduces a $105 billion loan plan for Ukraine that won't rely on frozen Russian assets. Tensions escalate as an Israeli strike hits a school shelter in Gaza, resulting in casualties. The IPC highlights a critical situation in Gaza, where 500,000 individuals face severe food shortages and rising acute malnutrition. Additionally, protests erupt in Bangladesh demanding accountability for violence related to last year's uprising.

Dec 19, 2025 • 3min
EU to help Ukraine fight Russia, Bangladeshi government denounces violence
The EU has agreed on a massive $105 billion loan to bolster Ukraine's fight against Russia. In a sharp retort, President Putin accuses EU leaders of brazen robbery. Meanwhile, the Bangladeshi government is urging calm after violent protests following the death of a student leader. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza escalates, with claims that Israel is exploiting winter conditions amid a blockade. Additionally, discussions on the EU-Mercosur pact are postponed due to protests from farmers in Brussels.

Dec 19, 2025 • 4min
EU to give Ukraine billions in aid, Violent clashes in Bangladesh
The European Union has approved a staggering €90 billion loan to support Ukraine over the next two years, with repayment linked to Russian reparations. President Putin is not pleased, denouncing the move as a form of robbery. Meanwhile, tensions rise in Bangladesh following the tragic shooting of a student leader, prompting violent protests. Activists stormed newspaper offices while calls for calm echo from the interim leaders amid a national day of mourning. There's also a sneak peek at the exciting upcoming season of True Crime Reports!


