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The German election campaign heats up with a change in approach towards President Putin, as the CDU/CSU lead in polls.

Ukraine and the United States have reported the first North Korean casualties in the region of Koersk, where thousands of soldiers from North Korea have been aiding Russia in its conflict against Ukraine.

Niels Troost, a Dutch trader, has been included in the EU sanctions list for allegedly trading Russian oil above the price limit after its introduction.

Experts warn that triggering Article 5 of the NATO charter is becoming more likely as Russia escalates its hybrid war with the West.

The return of Trump to the White House has accelerated negotiations for a peace deal in Ukraine, with European leaders now fighting for a seat at the negotiation table.

Two Russian oil tankers have been seriously damaged during a storm on the Black Sea, resulting in an oil leak and reportedly leading to the death of one crew member.

The Georgian electoral college has appointed Micheil Kavelasjvili as the new president of the country. Kavelasjvili, a former professional footballer critical of Western influence in Georgia, is set to succeed Salome Zoerabisjvili.

Calin Georgescu, the controversial Romanian presidential candidate, expressed his views on being pro-Putin but anti-war in an exclusive interview with a news outlet.

Chinese state media have criticized the NATO chief, Mark Rutte, as an 'American yes-man' due to his recent warnings against cooperation between Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran.

Experts analyze the consequences of the unexpected downfall of the Assad regime in Syria and the impact on various international players.

After being raised in captivity, Siberian tigers Boris and Svetlaya were released back into the wild separately. Boris embarked on a three-year journey to find Svetlaya, successfully reuniting with her.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is likely not to attend the upcoming inauguration of the US President-elect Donald Trump as the Kremlin confirms no invitation has been received yet.

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.

North Korea has issued a response to the political turmoil in its neighboring South Korea, criticizing President Yoon Suk-yeol's actions. The North Korean news agency KCNA described the situation as chaotic, labeling South Korea as a 'gangster state.' This comes as the South Korean police raided President Yoon Suk-yeol's office.

Several individuals, including actors and a football player, have sought refuge in Russia for various reasons and under different circumstances.

Russian state media reports that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has arrived in Moscow based on Kremlin sources, though the news is not confirmed by independent sources.

As the Syrian regime faces collapse again in the face of jihadist rebels, reports suggest that the family of President Bashar al-Assad has sought refuge in Russia. However, doubts remain over whether Russian President Vladimir Putin is willing to 'save' his ally Assad.

World leaders gather under heavy security for the reopening of Notre-Dame in Paris, five years after a devastating fire destroyed the iconic cathedral.

The US Secretary of State has urged Turkey to protect civilians in Syria, including minorities, in a discussion with the Turkish Foreign Minister.

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.

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.

An incident occurred on the Baltic Sea between a Russian ship and a helicopter belonging to the German military. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock briefly mentioned the incident at a NATO meeting in Brussels, highlighting concerns over ships involved in bypassing sanctions imposed on Russia in the Baltic Sea. Baerbock announced increased patrols in the region and tighter surveillance on underwater cables and pipelines following recent damage to two data cables in the area, potentially due to sabotage.

A tragic incident occurred on the island of Koh Samui, where a 24-year-old Russian actress, Kamilla Beliatskai, drowned after being swept off a rock by a powerful wave while meditating.

Georgian police deployed a water cannon and tear gas at new pro-European protests in the capital Tbilisi. Demonstrators carrying Georgian and European flags threw fireworks.

The constitutional court of Georgia has rejected the opposition's lawsuit challenging the election results, sparking controversy.

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

The death toll from the intensified conflict in Syria has risen above five hundred, according to an observatory group. The British-Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reports that in addition to hundreds of militants and military personnel, nearly dozens of civilians have been killed.