HTS Leader Vows Syria Will Not Threaten Arab Nations
HTS leader Ahmad al-Shara pledges Syria will not threaten Arab nations, seeks economic growth, and meets with U.S. officials as they consider lifting HTS’s terrorist designation.
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U.S. House Passes Stopgap Bill to Avert Government Shutdown
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a temporary funding bill to avert a government shutdown after last-minute negotiations prompted by President-elect Donald Trump’s intervention.
Six Dead in Ukrainian Missile Strike on Russia’s Kursk Region
Six people have been killed and ten injured in a Ukrainian missile attack on the town of Rylsk in Russia’s Kursk region, according to local authorities.
UN Extends Congo Peacekeeping Mission for Another Year
The UN Security Council has extended its peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo for another year, aiming to support peace and stability efforts in the conflict-torn nation.
China’s Red Cross Provides $100,000 Aid to Earthquake-Hit Vanuatu
China’s Red Cross Society has donated $100,000 to assist Vanuatu after a powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck the island nation, causing deaths and injuries.
Ukraine Receives Bodies of 503 Fallen Soldiers from Russia
Kyiv announced it has received the bodies of 503 Ukrainian soldiers from Russia, highlighting the high human cost of the ongoing conflict between the two nations.
China and Serbia Strengthen Ties in Tianjin Meeting
Chinese and Serbian foreign ministers met in Tianjin to enhance ties, focusing on cooperation in trade and culture.
Malaysia to Resume Search for Missing Flight MH370 After 10 Years
Malaysia announces plans to resume the search for missing Flight MH370, nearly a decade after the plane disappeared with 239 people on board.
13 Killed as Indian Naval Boat Collides with Ferry Near Mumbai
At least 13 people died when an Indian naval speedboat collided with a passenger ferry near Mumbai, causing it to capsize. Rescue efforts are ongoing.
Xi Jinping Delivers Speech Ahead of Macao’s 25th Anniversary
Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a speech in Macao on the eve of its 25th anniversary of returning to China, praising the region’s achievements and unity.