Siversk, Ukraine – Ukrainian forces have withdrawn from the embattled town of Siversk in eastern Donetsk, following intense fighting with Russian troops. The move comes as both sides negotiate potential arrangements for a “demilitarised” or “free economic zone” in the region, according to Ukrainian and US officials. Ukrainian Military Withdraws to Preserve Lives In a

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Syria and Russia are advancing their bilateral ties to a “new stage” after recent high-level meetings in Moscow between Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani, Defence Minister Murhaf Abu Qasra, and Russian leaders including President Vladimir Putin and Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. State media in both countries highlighted growing cooperation across political, military, and economic domains.

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Belgium has formally joined the case filed by South Africa at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, alleging that Israel is committing genocide in the Gaza Strip. This development adds to the growing international support for South Africa’s legal action, with several countries already intervening in the proceedings. Countries Supporting the ICJ

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Venezuela’s National Assembly has approved legislation imposing severe penalties on individuals or organizations that support or finance blockades and acts of piracy against the country. The law, passed on December 23, 2025, allows for prison sentences of up to 20 years and comes amid escalating tensions between Venezuela and the United States. Context: US Seizure

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The Trump administration has announced plans to resume wage garnishment for borrowers who have defaulted on their federal student loans, marking the first such action since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Borrowers will begin receiving notices starting January 7, 2026, according to a spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Education. How the Wage Garnishment

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Libya is mourning a major national tragedy after the death of its top military official, Army Chief Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad, in a plane crash near Turkiye’s capital, Ankara. The accident also claimed the lives of four senior Libyan military officers and three crew members. In response, the United Nations-recognized Government of National Unity (GNU)

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The Brazilian Supreme Court has authorized former President Jair Bolsonaro to temporarily leave prison to undergo a hernia surgery later this week. Justice Alexandre de Moraes approved the request, allowing Bolsonaro, who is serving a 27-year prison sentence for his involvement in a coup plot, to receive medical treatment under strict supervision. Bolsonaro to Undergo

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In recent years, Israel’s government has intensified its control over media outlets, sparking global concern about freedom of the press and democracy within the country. Critics argue that recent media laws, including the controversial ban on Al Jazeera, are part of a broader strategy to silence dissenting voices, limit independent reporting, and manipulate public perception.

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British authorities have decided not to pursue criminal charges against punk-rap duo Bob Vylan over chants directed at the Israeli military during their performance at Glastonbury Festival 2025. Avon and Somerset Police said on Tuesday that there was “insufficient evidence to provide a realistic prospect of conviction,” concluding that the performance did not meet the

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