Conflicts & Security News

December 11, 2025

M23 Rebels Seize Strategic DRC City Despite Trump Peace Deal

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels claim control of Uvira in eastern DRC, continuing their offensive despite recent Trump-mediated ceasefire agreement.

#M23 #Democratic Republic Congo #Rwanda

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The New York Times

December 11, 2025

Syria's Military Rebuild Faces Criticism Over Loyalty-First Strategy

Syria's new government prioritizes loyalist recruitment and religious education in military reconstruction, sparking concerns about combat effectiveness and professional preparedness.

#syria #military-reconstruction #middle-east-security

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Gaza Medical Teams Probe Alleged Torture Signs on Bodies Returned by Israel

BBC

December 11, 2025

Gaza Medical Teams Probe Alleged Torture Signs on Bodies Returned by Israel

Palestinian medical professionals in Gaza are struggling to document potential evidence of abuse on unidentified corpses returned by Israeli forces, raising serious humanitarian concerns.

#Gaza #Israel-Palestine #Human Rights

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Myanmar Military Bombs Hospital Killing Dozens in Rakhine Escalation

Al Jazeera

December 11, 2025

Myanmar Military Bombs Hospital Killing Dozens in Rakhine Escalation

Myanmar's military government launched a deadly airstrike on a major hospital in Rakhine state, killing dozens as the junta intensifies its brutal crackdown.

#Myanmar #Rakhine #military-junta

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Iceland Joins Eurovision Boycott Wave Over Israel Participation

France 24

December 11, 2025

Iceland Joins Eurovision Boycott Wave Over Israel Participation

Iceland becomes the fifth nation to boycott Eurovision 2025, joining Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, and Slovenia in protesting Israel's participation amid Gaza controversy.

#Eurovision #Israel #Gaza-conflict

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US Military History in Latin America: A Century of Complex Relations

The New York Times

December 11, 2025

US Military History in Latin America: A Century of Complex Relations

America's military involvement in Latin America spans decades of interventions, policy reversals, and diplomatic contradictions that continue to shape regional dynamics.

#US foreign policy #Latin America #military intervention

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Mass Exodus: Hundreds of Thousands Flee Deadly Thai-Cambodia Border

The New York Times

December 11, 2025

Mass Exodus: Hundreds of Thousands Flee Deadly Thai-Cambodia Border

Escalating border violence forces massive displacement as civilians seek shelter at racetracks and temples. Regional stability threatened by unprecedented refugee crisis.

#Thailand #Cambodia #border-conflict

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Japan's Megaquake Alert: Is the 'Big One' Finally Coming?

BBC

December 10, 2025

Japan's Megaquake Alert: Is the 'Big One' Finally Coming?

Japan issues rare megaquake advisory following 7.1 tremor, sparking nationwide concern about the catastrophic Nankai Trough earthquake that experts say is overdue.

#Japan #megaquake #Nankai-Trough

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Mass Exodus as Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict Forces Hundreds of Thousands to Flee

The New York Times

December 10, 2025

Mass Exodus as Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict Forces Hundreds of Thousands to Flee

Deadly border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia trigger massive humanitarian crisis as hundreds of thousands flee their homes, seeking refuge in racetracks and temples.

#Thailand #Cambodia #border-conflict

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Ukraine Claims Kazimir Malevich as Cultural War Against Russia Intensifies

The New York Times

December 10, 2025

Ukraine Claims Kazimir Malevich as Cultural War Against Russia Intensifies

Ukraine asserts ownership over avant-garde artist Kazimir Malevich's legacy, challenging Russian cultural dominance as part of broader decolonization efforts amid ongoing conflict.

#Ukraine #Russia #cultural war

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