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Iraq’s New Parliament Convenes, Elects Haybat al-Halbousi as Speaker
Iraq’s newly elected Council of Representatives held its first session on Monday, marking a crucial step in forming the country’s next government. Haybat al-Halbousi, from the Taqaddum (Progress) Party, was elected as speaker of parliament, receiving 208 votes, decisively beating two rivals who received 66 and 9 votes, respectively. Al-Halbousi’s Victory and Political Background Al-Halbousi’s
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South Africa Edge Zimbabwe 3-2 to Secure AFCON 2025 Knockout Spot
South Africa claimed a thrilling 3-2 victory over Zimbabwe in Marrakesh on Monday, thanks to a late penalty from Oswin Appollis, securing second place in Group B at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 and knocking their southern African rivals out of the tournament. With the win, South Africa finish the group stage with
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Trump Warns Hamas and Iran of Severe Consequences After Netanyahu Talks
US President Donald Trump has issued stern warnings to Hamas and Iran, threatening swift and severe action if Hamas fails to disarm and if Iran attempts to rebuild its nuclear program. The statements were made following a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida. Trump Emphasizes Hamas Disarmament During
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Pro-Palestine Activists Target UK Labour Offices Over Hunger Strikers
Pro-Palestine activists staged a dramatic protest at the United Kingdom’s Labour Party offices in London, covering the buildings in red paint and breaking windows in solidarity with prisoners currently on hunger strike in British jails. The demonstration was organized by the group Justice for the Hunger Strikers, which condemned the UK government for failing to
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Kyiv Denies Russia’s Claim of Ukrainian Drone Attack on Putin’s Residence
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has firmly rejected claims by Russia that Ukrainian forces launched a drone strike on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s residence in Novgorod. The allegations, made by Russian officials, come amid ongoing peace negotiations and continued fighting in eastern and southern Ukraine. Russia Alleges Ukrainian Drone Attack on Novgorod On Monday, Russian Foreign
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Somalia Condemns Israel’s Recognition of Somaliland as Threat to Peace
Somalia has strongly condemned Israel’s recent recognition of Somaliland as an independent state, describing it as a “direct and grave threat to international peace and security.” The Somali government has warned that this move could destabilize the Horn of Africa and undermine long-standing international norms surrounding sovereignty. Israel Becomes First Country to Recognize Somaliland Last
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Key Takeaways from Trump-Netanyahu Meeting in Florida: Middle East Tensions, Iran Threats, and Hamas Disarmament
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump met at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida, on Monday, December 29, 2025, to discuss pressing geopolitical issues in the Middle East. Their meeting highlighted mutual praise, strategic alignment on Gaza, Iran, and regional security, and reinforced the United States’ commitment to Israel amid
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Bangladesh Mourns Former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia at Age 79
Bangladesh is in deep mourning following the death of Khaleda Zia, the nation’s first female prime minister and one of the most influential figures in Bangladeshi politics. She passed away at the age of 79 after battling a prolonged illness, according to a statement from her political party, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). Khaleda Zia
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Families of Bondi Attack Victims Demand National Inquiry into Anti-Semitism in Australia
Families of victims from the deadly attack on a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach earlier this month have called for a royal commission into rising anti-Semitism in Australia. The Attack On December 14, 2025, two gunmen, Sajid Akram and his son Naveed, opened fire at a Jewish celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, killing 15 people,
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US Claims Dock Strike in Venezuela, Pacific Missile Attack Kills Two
The United States has claimed responsibility for a strike on a dock in Venezuela, which President Donald Trump said was used to load boats with drugs. The announcement marks the first known land-based strike in Venezuela by the US since it began a regional pressure campaign four months ago. Simultaneously, the US military reported a
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