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Iranian President Describes Situation as Total War with US, Israel, and Europe Amid Assessments of IRGC Capabilities

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Iranian President Describes Situation as Total War with US, Israel, and Europe Amid Assessments of IRGC Capabilities
Pezeshkian said, "Here, they are besieging us from every aspect, they are putting us in difficulty and constraint, creating problems".
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December 29, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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U.S. President Trump Hosts Ukrainian President Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago Following Call with Russian President Putin

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U.S. President Trump Hosts Ukrainian President Zelensky at Mar-a-Lago Following Call with Russian President Putin
The meeting addressed discussions on a potential peace framework for the ongoing conflict in Ukraine involving coordination with European counterparts.
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December 28, 2025 at 7:26 PM
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Pakistani Security Operations in Balochistan

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Pakistani Security Operations in Balochistan
Baloch separatist organizations reported conducting attacks on Pakistani forces in the region during the same time-frame.
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December 27, 2025 at 9:45 PM
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China Sanctions 20 US Defense Firms and 10 Executives Over $11.1 Billion Taiwan Arms Sales

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China Sanctions 20 US Defense Firms and 10 Executives Over $11.1 Billion Taiwan Arms Sales
The measures freeze assets held in China and prohibit transactions with Chinese entities.
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December 27, 2025 at 3:11 AM
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Recent Military Escalations in Yemen's Hadramout and Al-Mahrah Provinces

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Recent Military Escalations in Yemen's Hadramout and Al-Mahrah Provinces
These events build on the council’s offensive initiated on December 2, which secured control over key sites in Hadramout, Yemen’s largest governorate with substantial oil reserves.
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December 27, 2025 at 1:07 AM
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U.S. Counter-terrorism Campaign Intensifies with December Airstrikes Targeting ISIS and al-Shabaab Across African Regions

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U.S. Counter-terrorism Campaign Intensifies with December Airstrikes Targeting ISIS and al-Shabaab Across African Regions
Throughout 2025, Nigeria experienced multiple incidents of violence targeting Christian communities, with thousands reported killed in various attacks across its regions.
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December 26, 2025 at 6:10 AM
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IRGC Seizes Oil Tanker in Strait of Hormuz

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IRGC Seizes Oil Tanker in Strait of Hormuz
This incident follows a pattern of recent increased Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy maritime enforcement in the region.
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December 25, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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North Korea Advances Anti-Air Missile and Nuclear-Powered Submarine Capabilities Amid Regional Tensions

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North Korea Advances Anti-Air Missile and Nuclear-Powered Submarine Capabilities Amid Regional Tensions
Kim Jong Un inspected the ongoing construction of an 8,700-ton nuclear-powered strategic guided missile submarine at a warship-building facility.
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December 25, 2025 at 9:50 PM
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Merry Christmas, everyone!

“For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son…” (John 3:16)

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Merry Christmas, everyone!
“For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son…” (John 3:16)
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December 23, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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Iraq Confirms Complete Cessation of Iranian Gas Supplies, Resulting in 4,000–4,500 MW Generation Capacity Loss

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Iraq Confirms Complete Cessation of Iranian Gas Supplies, Resulting in 4,000–4,500 MW Generation Capacity Loss
The suspension has directly increased the need for load-shedding and extended the duration of planned and unplanned outages across multiple governorates
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December 23, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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Trump Announces Trump-Class Battleships as Largest U.S. Surface Combatants Since WWII

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Trump Announces Trump-Class Battleships as Largest U.S. Surface Combatants Since WWII
The platform is intended for multi-domain operations, including independent tasking, carrier strike group integration, or surface action group command with manned-unmanned teaming capabilities.
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December 23, 2025 at 3:17 AM
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Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict: Bilateral Defense Officials Scheduled to Meet Amid Renewed Hostilities

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Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict: Bilateral Defense Officials Scheduled to Meet Amid Renewed Hostilities
The ASEAN gathering urged both parties to exercise maximum restraint and cease hostilities immediately while welcoming the planned bilateral dialogue as a step toward de-escalation.
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December 23, 2025 at 3:14 AM
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U.S. President Donald J. Trump Further Restricts and Limits the Entry of Foreign Nationals

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U.S. President Donald J. Trump Further Restricts and Limits the Entry of Foreign Nationals
The proclamation invokes authority under sections 212(f) and 215(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act to safeguard national security and public safety.
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December 17, 2025 at 3:24 AM
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Turkish Interception of Uncontrolled UAV in Black Sea Airspace, Russian Embassy Responds to Dutch Ministerial Remarks on Potential NATO Confrontation by 2030

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Russian Embassy Responds to Dutch Ministerial Remarks on Potential NATO Confrontation by 2030
The Russian embassy urged cessation of such rhetoric and reflection on its implications for the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:59 PM
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Bondi Beach Terrorist Shooting Targeting Hanukkah Celebration in Sydney

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Bondi Beach Terrorist Shooting Targeting Hanukkah Celebration in Sydney
The incident resulted in 10 fatalities including one shooter and 11 injuries including two officers.
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December 14, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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British Defense Readiness and Preparations for Potential Conflict Amid Global Threats

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British Defense Readiness and Preparations for Potential Conflict Amid Global Threats
The defense review emphasizes a shift towards war-fighting readiness to deter aggression and ensure security at home and strength abroad.
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December 12, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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U.S. Seizure of Sanctioned Oil Tanker Off Venezuela

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U.S. Seizure of Sanctioned Oil Tanker Off Venezuela
This operation enforced sanctions against smuggling networks linked to designated terrorist entities. The boarding occurred without resistance from the crew, resulting in no casualties.
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December 11, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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Thailand-Cambodia Border Clashes Escalate into Third Day Amid Artillery and Airstrikes

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Thailand-Cambodia Border Clashes Escalate into Third Day Amid Artillery and Airstrikes
The United States has released a statement calling for an immediate halt to hostilities between the two countries.
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December 9, 2025 at 7:12 PM
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Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict Escalation Near Preah Vihear Temple

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Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict Escalation Near Preah Vihear Temple
Thai military forces conducted airstrikes on Cambodian positions following border clashes that resulted in casualties on both sides leading to significant evacuations.
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December 8, 2025 at 9:09 PM
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PRC State-Sponsored Cyber Actors Deploy BRICKSTORM Malware Targeting Public Sector and Information Technology Systems

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PRC State-Sponsored Cyber Actors Deploy BRICKSTORM Malware Targeting Public Sector and Information Technology Systems
Affected organizations are primarily in government services and information technology sectors. BRICKSTORM’s self-monitoring function ensures automatic re-installation if disrupted.
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December 8, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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Japan Protests, China Denies Fighter Jet Radar Locks on ASDF Aircraft Amid Pacific Tensions

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Japan Protests, China Denies Fighter Jet Radar Locks on ASDF Aircraft Amid Pacific Tensions
China’s Ministry of National Defense spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang rejected the allegations, claiming Japanese aircraft engaged in dangerous interference and calling for restraint.
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December 8, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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European Union Advances Russian Gas Phase-Out and Ukraine Reparation Loan

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European Union Advances Russian Gas Phase-Out and Ukraine Reparation Loan
Liquefied natural gas faces a ban six weeks after the regulation’s entry into force, while pipeline gas under short-term contracts remains permissible until mid-2026.
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December 6, 2025 at 8:12 PM
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Border Clashes Between Pakistan and Afghanistan Kill Five

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Border Clashes Between Pakistan and Afghanistan Kill Five
Officials from both nations traded accusations, with each side claiming the other initiated the violence amid unresolved disputes over militant sanctuaries.
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December 6, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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U.S. Central Command’s LUCAS Drone Deployment: Countering Iranian Proliferation Amid Replicator and Drone Dominance Initiatives

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U.S. Central Command’s LUCAS Drone Deployment: Countering Iranian Proliferation Amid Replicator and Drone Dominance Initiatives
The initiative occurs amid ongoing regional tensions, encompassing Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping and Iran's IRGC support for asymmetric warfare in the region.
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December 4, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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Trump Declares Venezuelan Airspace Closed Amid Venezuelan Rejection and Iranian Warnings of Potential Consequences:

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Trump Declares Venezuelan Airspace Closed Amid Venezuelan Rejection and Iranian Warnings of Potential Consequences
The announcement has prompted immediate condemnations from Venezuelan authorities, who characterized it as a colonialist threat to sovereignty
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November 29, 2025 at 11:08 PM