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Al Jazeera

December 02, 2025 • 4 days ago

Zelenskyy Expresses Optimism Over Revised US Peace Plan

Ukrainian President shows renewed hope for US-backed peace initiative with Russia following recent modifications to the diplomatic framework.

#ukraine-russia-war #zelenskyy #us-foreign-policy

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Deutsche Welle

December 02, 2025 • 4 days ago

Nigeria Faces Fresh Wave of Kidnappings as Pastor and Bride Seized

Nigerian authorities confront escalating security crisis as armed groups abduct religious leader and bride in separate raids across multiple regions.

#Nigeria #kidnapping #West Africa

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BBC

December 02, 2025 • 4 days ago

Gaza's Apocalyptic Landscape: Two Years of War Leave Total Devastation

BBC reporter witnesses unprecedented destruction across Gaza after two years of conflict, revealing the enormous challenges facing any future reconstruction efforts in the Palestinian territory.

#Gaza #Middle East #Palestinian conflict

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France 24

December 02, 2025 • 4 days ago

Macron-Zelensky Push Alternative Peace Plan Amid US-Russia Tensions

French President Macron and Ukrainian President Zelensky intensify diplomatic efforts in Paris to build consensus around an alternative peace proposal.

#Ukraine-conflict #France-diplomacy #peace-negotiations

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The New York Times

December 02, 2025 • 4 days ago

Israeli Hostage Endures 738 Days of Hamas Torture, Questions Rescue

Segev Kalfon survived over two years of brutal captivity under Hamas, facing beatings and psychological torture. His harrowing account raises critical questions about Israel's hostage recovery efforts.

#israel #hamas #hostage-crisis

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Deutsche Welle

December 02, 2025 • 4 days ago

Ex-UK Minister Tulip Siddiq Convicted in Bangladesh Land Scandal

Bangladesh court sentences Tulip Siddiq, former UK Treasury minister and niece of ousted PM Sheikh Hasina, over illegal land allocation corruption case.

#Bangladesh #corruption #UK-politics

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BBC

December 02, 2025 • 4 days ago

Gaza Residents Seek Normalcy Amid Widespread Destruction After Prisoner Exchange

With over 80% of buildings destroyed or damaged according to UNDP, Gazans struggle to rebuild their lives following recent hostage and prisoner releases.

#Gaza #Middle East #humanitarian crisis

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The Guardian

December 02, 2025 • 4 days ago

Hong Kong Apartment Fire Death Toll Hits 146 in Historic Tragedy

Hong Kong grapples with one of its worst disasters as the Wang Fuk Court fire death toll reaches 146, raising questions about urban safety.

#Hong Kong #urban safety #residential fire

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Deutsche Welle

December 01, 2025 • 4 days ago

Russian Language Persists in Kyiv Schools Despite Ukraine War

Despite ongoing conflict and Ukrainization efforts, Russian remains common in Kyiv school playgrounds, revealing complex linguistic and cultural dynamics.

#Ukraine #Russia #language-policy

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France 24

December 01, 2025 • 4 days ago

Deadly Floods Kill 1,000+ Across Asia as Military Mobilizes

Over 1,000 people have died from severe flooding across four Asian nations, prompting military deployment in Sri Lanka and Indonesia for rescue operations.

#Southeast Asia #natural disasters #climate security

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The New York Times

December 01, 2025 • 4 days ago

Pope's Historic Lebanon Visit Offers Hope Amid Crisis

Pope Francis arrives in Lebanon to deliver message of peace to embattled Christian community. Pontiff to celebrate Mass at Beirut's explosion-damaged port.

#Pope Francis #Lebanon crisis #Middle East Christians

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BBC

December 01, 2025 • 4 days ago

Trump's Ukraine Peace Push: Diplomacy Amid Global Tensions

The Trump administration intensifies diplomatic efforts to broker a Ukraine peace deal despite apparent internal chaos and international skepticism.

#Ukraine #diplomacy #Trump administration

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