US escalates efforts to regime change in Venezuela, Russia developing anti-satellite weapon to target Starlink

The US escalates efforts for regime change in Venezuela, doubling the reward for Maduro's arrest to $50 million and designating his government a terrorist organization, amid intensified blockade and speculation of potential US action. (Foreign Policy - Antonio De Loera-Brust)

The Independent: Trump and defense secretary to speak on Venezuela after oil tanker seizure

Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera: Ernesto Castaneda discusses US cabinet members pushing for war with Venezuela

World News, Today World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News, Trending News of World - Times of India: US pursues third oil tanker from Venezuela, intensifying blockade to pressure Maduro's government

Russian General Fanil Sarvarov killed in Moscow car bombing, with Ukraine suspected; third high-profile military assassination in a year amid ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. (Boston Herald - Associated Press Spanish)

اطلاعات آنلاین: A senior Russian general, Faniel Sarvarov, was assassinated in Moscow via car explosion, according to Russia's Investigative Committee, sparking a probe into the incident.

News - South China Morning Post: A car bomb in Moscow killed Russian General Fanil Sarvarov, hours after US-Russia talks on ending the Ukraine war, with investigators suspecting Ukrainian intelligence involvement.

NYT > World News: A senior Russian general, Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov, was killed in a car bombing in Moscow, with investigators probing possible Ukrainian involvement.

The Independent: Russian Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov died from injuries after a bomb under his car exploded

Top Stories: Lieutenant general Fanil Sarvarov killed by car bomb in Moscow

Russia is developing an anti-satellite weapon to target Elon Musk's Starlink, using orbiting shrapnel clouds, posing risks to global space security amid Ukraine tensions. (NDTV News Search Records Found 1000 )

اطلاعات آنلاین: Russia is reportedly developing an anti-satellite weapon to target Elon Musk's Starlink system, using dense clouds of destructive projectiles in orbit, amid tensions over Ukraine.

ΤΟ ΒΗΜΑ: Russia is reportedly developing a weapon to destroy Starlink satellites, using high-density pellets to create "clouds" of debris, posing a risk to other space systems and potentially causing chaos.

Boston Herald: Western intelligence suspects Russia is developing anti-satellite weapon to attack Musk's Starlink

Russia's S-500 defense system can detect and target F-22 and F-35 jets, as well as satellites and ballistic missiles, with a range of 600 kilometers and high-speed reaction capability. (اطلاعات آنلاین )

Global nuclear arms control faces pressure in 2026 with the US-Russia New START treaty expiring and a crucial Non-Proliferation Treaty review conference, amid rising tensions and a shifting global landscape. (France 24 )

Thailand and Cambodia to hold border talks in southern Thailand, aiming to revive a ceasefire and de-escalate the conflict, with China mediating to promote regional stability and resolve the issue. (Leader Publications )

China Daily: China mediates Cambodia-Thailand border conflict, urging both sides to restore peace and stability, with a special envoy facilitating talks to safeguard regional interests and promote a resolution to the dispute.

https://saudigazette.com.sa/: Thailand and Cambodia to meet and discuss reviving a ceasefire amid deadly border clashes

Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera: Thailand and Cambodia officials meet to discuss de-escalation steps amid resumed border fighting

Denmark summons US ambassador after Trump appoints special representative to Greenland, citing territorial integrity concerns. Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen calls the move "completely unacceptable". (پایگاه خبری تحلیلی انتخاب | Entekhab.ir )

US President Donald Trump appoints Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry as special envoy to Greenland, reaffirming US interest in the island. (Πρώτο Θέμα: RSS )

Russia denies seeking to reclaim former Soviet territories, contradicting US intelligence estimates that Putin aims to capture Ukraine and annex European regions. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov called the assessments "incorrect". (ΤΟ ΒΗΜΑ )

The AES alliance has launched a 5,000-troop force in Bamako to enhance security in Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, amid growing jihadist threats in the Sahel region, with General Daouda Traore appointed as its commander. (© AFP - Azima Bashir Aminu)

Denmark summons US ambassador, reiterating respect for its territorial integrity after US announced plans to send envoy to autonomous territory of Greenland, amid concerns over sovereignty. (Boston Herald - Associated Press Spanish)

News - South China Morning Post: Denmark summons US ambassador after Trump names envoy to Greenland, citing territorial integrity

US envoy Steve Witkoff calls Miami peace talks with Ukraine "productive and constructive," with discussions focusing on a 20-point plan to end the conflict and security guarantees. (The Washington Times stories: News - John T. Seward)

Iran conducts missile tests in several cities, including Tehran and Isfahan. (پایگاه خبری تحلیلی انتخاب | Entekhab.ir )

Russia poised to deploy submersibles to damage UK's critical undersea cables and pipelines, warns Navy head Gwyn Jenkins (World )

US accuses Rwanda of fueling war in eastern DRC, despite a peace deal, but Rwanda-backed M23 group agrees to withdraw from Uvira town after US request, easing mediation efforts. (CNN - Story by Reuters)

CNN: M23 rebels have agreed to withdraw from the eastern Congo town of Uvira following a request from the US administration, which criticized the seizure as a threat to mediation efforts.

Jared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law, proposes a $112 billion plan to rebuild Gaza, including luxury coastal developments, high-speed rail, and AI-powered electricity, contingent on Hamas' disarmament and tunnel demolition. (اطلاعات آنلاین )

US sanctions on Venezuela's oil sector drive price fluctuations, impacting global markets and energy security, with the UK monitoring developments closely to adjust its energy strategies. (Meyka - Huzaifa Zahoor)

Deloitte's 2026 Global Economic Outlook predicts moderate growth driven by domestic demand and investment, despite geopolitical and trade risks, with the eurozone economy expected to grow 1.1% next year amidst ongoing uncertainty. (Deloitte - Ira Kalish)

China to impose 21.9%-42.7% tariffs on EU dairy products from December 23, citing state subsidies harming domestic industry, amid rising trade tensions with the EU. (Πρώτο Θέμα: RSS )

Mexico begins releasing water from El Cuchillo dam to fulfill a 1944 treaty obligation to the US, prioritizing human consumption and agricultural use amidst water scarcity concerns. (La Jornada )

The US seeks to reduce reliance on China for rare earth elements, exploring alternative sources in Central Asia to ensure national security and counter China's growing dominance in the market. (NYT > Top Stories - The Editorial Board)

News - South China Morning Post: China's rare earth magnet exports to the EU surged 60% in November, driven by new general licenses with longer terms, boosting shipments of key components for hi-tech products.

Discovery Alert: Central Asia offers rare earth investment opportunities in 2025, a discovery alert for potential investors

Israel and Egypt have agreed on a $35 billion gas deal, with the US pushing for a summit between the two countries' leaders, potentially laying the groundwork for improved relations and regional stability. (CNN - Tal Shalev Tal Shalev)

India and New Zealand finalize free trade agreement, offering zero-duty market access and $20 billion investment pledge, boosting bilateral trade and economic cooperation. (The Hindu )

Hang Seng Index rises with tech shares advancing, financials mixed, indicating market movement (Dimsum Daily )

Bursa Malaysia opens mixed, with the FBMKLCI slipping 0.15% to 1,663.46, as investors weigh earnings and year-end positioning amidst cautious regional market sentiment. (BusinessToday Malaysia - Shahrizal)

FTSE 100 nears record high, IPO pipeline strong for 2026, LSEG invests in AI (ts2.tech )

Asian stocks trade higher, lifted by tech equities, with Nikkei nearing 2% gains (Times of India )

Gold reaches all-time high due to US rate cut hopes, geopolitical tensions, and global uncertainty, with investors seeking safe-haven assets and silver also reaching new highs amid increased demand. (The Business Standard )

FXStreet: Gold prices surge due to geopolitical tensions and expectations of a dovish Federal Reserve monetary policy

Investing.com: Gold and silver reach record highs due to geopolitical uncertainty driving demand

TRT World: Gold reaches new record high due to rising geopolitical tensions

Bloomberg.com: Gold reaches record high due to rate-cut bets and Venezuela tension

Clearwater Analytics to be acquired by Permira and Warburg Pincus for $8.4 billion, with Francisco Partners and Temasek participating, at $24.55 per share. (City AM - Business Wire)

US President Donald Trump labels fentanyl a "weapon of mass destruction", expanding Washington's China policy toolbox and potentially injecting uncertainty into Sino-US relations, according to analysts, amid efforts to combat the opioid's spread. (South China Morning Post )

Spain's socialist party suffers heavy defeat in regional elections, with the People's Party winning 43% of votes and the far-right Vox party gaining seats, amid scandals surrounding Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's government. (ΤΟ ΒΗΜΑ )

President Trump appoints Gov. Jeff Landry as US special envoy to Greenland, sparking a US-Denmark row, and terminates 30 Biden-era ambassadorships, mostly in Africa. (پایگاه خبری تحلیلی انتخاب | Entekhab.ir )

The Washington Times stories: News: The US has terminated the missions of approximately 30 ambassadors appointed during the Biden administration, with Africa being the most affected continent, including 13 countries.

The Latest News from the UK and Around the World | Sky News: US and Denmark in row over Greenland's future after Trump appoints special envoy

Heavy rainfall in Northern California causes flooding in Redding, forcing residents to navigate streets by boat (اطلاعات آنلاین )

Japan restarts Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant, 15 years after Fukushima, amid concerns (Πρώτο Θέμα: RSS )

Climate change may increase stunting in South Asia's children by 2050 due to rising heat and humidity (India News: Latest India News, Today's breaking News Headlines & Real-time News coverage from India | Hindustan Times )