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Communist dictator Xi Jinping escalated threats against Taiwan in his New Year address, declaring the island nation's forced reunification with China 'unstoppable' while claiming shared blood ties.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed intelligence chief Kyrylo Budanov to replace his scandal-ridden chief of staff, raising questions about internal power struggles as the war continues.
Vladimir Putin threw a lifeline to a rogue oil tanker by registering it under the Russian flag on New Year's Eve, then demanding the U.S. cease boarding efforts after a ten-day pursuit.
President Trump's first year back in office has fundamentally transformed international alliances and power structures, delivering major victories for America and its strongest allies while isolating adversaries.
The Trump administration is pressuring European allies to take primary responsibility for their own continental defense by 2027, marking a dramatic shift from decades of American military dependency.
Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro has announced his regime is ready to negotiate with President Trump on combating drug trafficking, following decisive U.S. military action in the Caribbean.
Israel is fundamentally reassessing its approach to Middle East diplomacy, recognizing that decades of territorial concessions have only emboldened terrorists and failed to bring lasting peace.
Beijing responds to America's largest-ever weapons package for Taiwan with unprecedented military exercises, escalating regional tensions to dangerous new levels.
Both Moscow and Kyiv accused each other of deliberately targeting civilians in New Year's Day attacks, as President Trump oversees intensive diplomatic talks to end the conflict.
At least six people have died as anti-government protests over Iran's failing economy spread across the Islamic Republic, with demonstrators facing brutal crackdowns from regime forces.
Sadiq Khan faces mounting criticism over London's handling of rising antisemitism as questions swirl around the city's New Year's fireworks display featuring world flags.
At least six protesters have been killed as demonstrations against Iran's collapsing economy spread nationwide, highlighting the brutal nature of the Islamic regime's response to civil unrest.