US urges Turkey to protect civilians in Syria
washington December 7, 2024 08:30The US Secretary of State has urged Turkey to protect civilians in Syria, including minorities, in a discussion with the Turkish Foreign Minister.
The US Secretary of State has urged Turkey to protect civilians in Syria, including minorities, in a discussion with the Turkish Foreign Minister.
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Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans states that increasing defense spending norm is not necessary to prevent war, despite NATO's call for more investment in defense.
Germany is considering sending troops to Ukraine in case of a possible ceasefire with the Russian aggressor. Paris and London are also contemplating similar actions.
Dutch companies from the wind sector are stepping in to help Ukraine by building a series of windmills amidst the ongoing energy crisis in the war-torn country.
Recent cable breaks in Finland have raised concerns, with one cable intentionally damaged near Helsinki and investigations ongoing for another break. The Finnish government is closely monitoring the situation, with authorities cooperating with Sweden. This incident comes after previous disruptions in the Nordic region, highlighting the vulnerability of critical infrastructure.
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.
US President Joe Biden has sparked surprise and criticism with the pardon he granted his son Hunter. This decision has raised questions and drawn both support and backlash from various political figures.
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The Russian currency is plunging in value, prompting the central bank of Russia to take action after a sharp decline in the ruble against the euro and dollar.
An old debt repayment deal between Ukraine and Russia turns sour as Russian military uses bombers sold by Ukraine against them.
A Russian officer who deserted has revealed that a Russian nuclear weapons base was on full alert on the day the invasion of Ukraine began.
China is becoming increasingly uneasy about the growing friendship between Russia and North Korea, raising concerns about potential military actions in the region.
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European countries express concern over potential decline in US support for Kiev due to escalating conflict in Ukraine.
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Russian forces have reportedly recruited hundreds of Yemeni fighters, promising high salaries and Russian citizenship, to fight in Ukraine.
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Russia has reportedly launched an intercontinental ballistic missile towards Ukraine, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict
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President Biden has made the decision to supply Ukraine with a large quantity of antipersonnel mines in an effort to bolster the country's defenses against Russian aggression. This move comes as tensions continue to rise in the region.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has donated a collection of animals to North Korea as a gesture of goodwill.
Moscow expresses anger over President Biden fulfilling long-standing wishes of Ukraine, calling it an escalation.
US President Joe Biden has agreed to provide antipersonnel mines to Ukraine after concerns over the risks involved, according to The Washington Post.
Sweden and Finland warn their citizens about the possibility of war on their territories and provide guidance on how to prepare for different crises.
A Russian ballet dancer tragically died after falling from a balcony, raising suspicions due to his criticism of the war in Ukraine and the increasing number of similar incidents.
Sweden has started sending out brochures to its citizens, while Finland launches a website with similar advice, urging people to prepare for a potential war.
Germany and Finland have launched an investigation after an undersea data cable between the countries was damaged, warning about the dangers of 'hybrid warfare' amidst heightened tensions with Russia.
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