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Germany faced chaos and unrest on New Year's Eve with incidents of violence reported in several cities.

North Korea aims to attract Russian tourists to its newly built beach resort in an effort to boost tourism in the repressive dictatorship.

Azerbaijan Airlines cancels flights to seven Russian cities following the crash of one of its planes in Kazakhstan. The incident has raised suspicions of accidental downing by Russian air defense forces.

A Russian cargo ship has sunk in the Mediterranean Sea after an explosion onboard. Two crew members of the sunken Ursa Major are missing.

Russian scientists have discovered a remarkably well-preserved baby mammoth in eastern Siberia.

The escape of Syrian dictator Bashar Al-Assad to Moscow was meticulously planned, ensuring his safety and comfort upon arrival in Russia.

A series of targeted assassinations in Russia have been carried out against individuals labeled as 'war criminals and collaborators' by Ukraine, with a recent high-profile hit resulting in casualties in Moscow.

An 11-year-old girl has been identified as the sole survivor of a sunken migrant boat off Lampedusa, Italy. The girl, believed to be from Sierra Leone, was rescued by rescue workers and brought to safety on the Italian island.

In eastern Germany, a family has lost ownership of their house after 85 years as the court ruled that the property was not rightfully theirs due to the forced sale by Jewish previous residents in 1939.

Russia is making efforts to keep its military bases in Syria, particularly Tartous and Hmeimim, as crucial for its power in the Middle East and Africa.

President Donald Trump has chosen Kimberly Guilfoyle, the 55-year-old lawyer and former Fox News presenter, as the next ambassador to Greece.

Incoming US President Donald Trump has announced that he has appointed his personal lawyer, Alina Habba, as his presidential advisor.

Jihadist rebels are at the gates of Homs in Syria causing fear among the local population. Recent violence has led to over 800 casualties. Read more on the latest developments.

Eindhoven chipmaker NXP is partnering with Taiwanese TSMC giant to expand a billion-dollar factory in Singapore for the Chinese market.

The Malta summit marked the end of the Cold War, but recent events suggest otherwise. Learn about the historic meeting and its relevance today.

The Syrian civil war has intensified with various groups fighting against each other in Syria. The conflict has escalated with a major rebel offensive, leading to renewed clashes in the country.

Donald Trump has appointed Lebanese-American businessman Massad Boulos as his top advisor for Arab and Middle Eastern affairs.

Ukrainian troops now occupy just over half of the territory they conquered earlier this year in the Russian region of Koersk. They are fighting to maintain a strong negotiating position.

An American kayaker who was believed to have tragically died after going missing during a kayak trip in Wisconsin has reappeared, revealing that he staged his own death to escape his family.

German Defense Minister Pistorius has offered the party leadership to Scholz, resolving the internal struggle within SPD. Read more on telegraaf.nl

Reports suggest that Russia is planning to divide Ukraine into three separate parts, with each part having different affiliations.

A Dutch citizen, identified as Peter in his sixties, was kidnapped by criminals in Brazil and eventually released after his daughter paid the requested ransom of approximately 25,000 euros.

Parts of Pakistan and India have been suffering from apocalyptic levels of suffocating smog for weeks, leading to life-threatening situations. Authorities are taking measures to address the extreme pollution.

Construction of the multi-billion dollar new Iron Curtain has begun in Poland. The fortress will include layers of defenses such as steel walls, razor wire, tank ditches, and minefields to secure NATO's eastern flank.

Israel is on the brink of potentially agreeing to a ceasefire with Hezbollah in Lebanon, while the conflict in Gaza continues with no signs of stopping.

The Taliban in Afghanistan have executed their sixth public execution since 2021, when the group regained control of the country. A convicted murderer was shot dead with three bullets in a sports stadium filled with thousands of spectators.

The Spanish weather institute Aemet has issued a code red in parts of Spain once again due to heavy rains. Extreme danger is reported in Malaga and Tarragona where heavy rainfall warnings are in place.

Ukraine prepares for a second Russian counteroffensive in Kursk as Moscow mobilizes troops for a major assault. President Zelensky warns of a formidable Russian army presence in the region.

Bhutan, a tiny country in the eastern Himalayas, aims to construct a new city called Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) to promote mindfulness and attract both spiritual residents and tourists.

According to reports, a large number of Russian and North Korean soldiers have been surrounded in the Ukrainian-occupied part of Koersk, with an offensive expected to start soon.