Belgium hosted the EU summit in Brussels from December 17 to 19, concluding with a historic agreement for €90 billion in funding for Ukraine for the period 2026-2027. The financing will come
Read MoreNorth Korea’s leader, Kim Jong Un, attacked Israel, calling it a “US-backed terrorist project,” and refusing recognition as a sovereign state. Pyongyang has historically supported Palestine and condemned Israel’s Gaza plans as
Read MoreThe World Health Organization warned of the rapid spread of the H3N2 influenza “K” sublineage in 34 countries since August 2025, with rising influenza A activity worldwide. Data shows increased disease severity
Read MoreThousands of protesters in Sofia and other Bulgarian cities continue to demand judicial reform and anti-corruption measures, despite the government’s resignation on December 12. Protests escalated after a controversial budget, amid pressure
Read MoreThe World Health Organization warned of at least 1,092 patient deaths in Gaza awaiting evacuation from July 2024 to November 2025, despite the ceasefire since October. The organization evacuated 10,600 patients since
Read MoreFrench lawmakers failed on Friday to reach a consensus on the 2026 budget, raising the likelihood of resorting to emergency legislation to extend spending limits until a full budget can be drafted.
Read MoreThe German Research Centre for Geosciences reported that a 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck the Hindukush region in Afghanistan on Friday. The center added that the quake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers.
Read MoreThe Louvre Museum in Paris reopened “normally” on Friday following a decision by staff to end their strike, which began on Monday to demand better working conditions, according to the museum management
Read MoreKirill Dmitriev, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s special envoy for investment and economic cooperation, said on Friday that “law and reason have prevailed” after EU leaders decided to finance Ukraine through borrowing rather
Read MoreMorocco were crowned champions of the Arab Cup 2025 after defeating Jordan 3–2 in a thrilling and dramatic final at Lusail Stadium in Doha, in front of thousands of fans. The match
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