World News
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Putin residence attack video slammed; US officials say Ukraine did not target leader
Defense experts questioned Russia's drone attack claims against President Vladimir Putin's residence after Moscow provides conflicting accounts of intercepted Ukrainian drones.
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Venezuela arrests more Americans as Trump ramps up pressure on Maduro: report
Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed 10 Americans were freed from Venezuela in a July prisoner swap. President Donald Trump sent an envoy to Caracas.
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Netanyahu warns of ‘eighth front’ ideological battle for American hearts and minds with Christian leaders
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns of 'eighth front' in ideological battle, telling Christian leaders that faith must confront terrorism in defense of civilization.
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Putin vows victory in Ukraine in New Year’s address amid Trump-backed peace talks
Russian President Vladimir Putin's defiant New Year's message contrasts sharply with President Donald Trump's diplomatic push as Ukraine-Russia war approaches fourth year.
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Iran launches satellites on Russian rockets as Moscow-Tehran ties deepen
Iran launches three satellites with Russian assistance, showcasing deepening cooperation as they resist Western sanctions and international pressure.
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ISIS exploiting Syria’s chaos as US strikes expose growing threat
Despite years of defeat claims, ISIS adapts and persists in Syria's chaos, prompting major U.S. military response and raising containment questions.
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Two African nations ban American citizens in diplomatic tit-for-tat following Trump admin move
Two West African nations issue travel bans on American citizens in retaliatory diplomatic move, following expansion of Trump administration travel restrictions list.
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Putin residence drone attack dismissed as implausible as Ukraine accusations mount
Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence allegedly targeted by Ukrainian drones, but drone expert Cameron Chell says the claims lack credibility due to tactical impossibilities.
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China launches largest military drills off Taiwan in 8 months with live-fire exercises caught on camera
China launches biggest military encirclement of Taiwan in 8 months with live-fire drills, rockets and warships in massive 'Justice Mission 2025' exercise.
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UK PM Starmer–praised Egyptian extremist faces counter-terror probe over resurfaced tweets
U.K. counterterrorism police assess controversial social media posts by Egyptian-British activist after his return to Britain sparked political backlash.
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Anti-Iran regime protests grow across country as Trump admin boosts demonstrators offering support
U.S. officials voice support for Iranian demonstrators as protests intensify following currency crisis, with reports of tear gas and security crackdowns.
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Eurostar to resume services to and from London after 'major disruption' in Channel Tunnel forced cancellations
Eurostar suspends all London services due to major power supply issues in Channel Tunnel and failed LeShuttle train, forcing passengers to rebook journeys.
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U.S. announces more military actions against ISIS: 'We will not relent'
CENTCOM declared that the U.S. and partner forces in Syria killed and captured ISIS figures in the time since a December 19 strike in Syria.
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Hamas confirms five leaders killed, including 'masked spokesperson' in major blow to terror group
Five Hamas military commanders confirmed dead by terrorist group's armed wing, marking significant blow to Palestinian militant organization's leadership structure in Gaza conflict.
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Iranian protesters clash with security forces as tear gas fills Tehran streets amid nationwide unrest
Iran protests escalated as demonstrators clashed with security forces in Tehran and Mashhad, with tear gas deployed amid nationwide strikes, reports say.
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‘Only Trump can stop Russia’: Millions face freezing winter, Ukraine energy executive warns
Ukraine's largest private energy company reports 90% of generation capacity damaged by Russian attacks, leaving over 1 million without power during freezing temperatures.
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George Clooney ditches Hollywood culture for France, gains citizenship with wife and twins
George Clooney and wife Amal become French citizens with their twins, trading Hollywood glamor for peaceful farm life in the French countryside together.
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Trump vows to 'knock the hell out of' Iran if nuclear program is rebuilt again after high-stakes meeting
Trump warns Iran he'll 'knock the hell out of them' if nuclear program rebuilds, as new reports allegedly detail chemical weapons development for missiles.
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