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Russia Launches Another Major Strike on Ukraine Power Grid in Freezing Temperatures
Russian forces have conducted another significant attack on the Ukrainian power grid during periods of extremely low temperatures. Such strikes exacerbate humanitarian conditions in Ukraine....
UN reports record 2,514 civilian deaths in Ukraine during 2025, 31% rise from previous year
The UN reported that 2,514 Ukrainian civilians died in 2025, marking a significant 31% increase compared to the previous year. Over half of these fatalities occurred in frontline conflict zones as Rus...
A thousand Kyiv apartment blocks still without heating after Russian strike
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia deliberately targeted Kyiv during freezing winter weather, targeting apartment blocks and leaving a thousand buildings without heating. The p...
Boy, 4, Among Those Dead as Putin's Russia Launches Massive Missile and Drone Strike on Ukraine
A four-year-old boy has been among the casualties following Russia's large-scale missile and drone attack on Ukraine. The assault reportedly caused significant damage to critical infrastructure in mul...
Evening recap
This article summarizes key developments from Israel's conflict with Gaza as of Saturday. It details fatalities following Israeli actions and includes reports on decreased birth rates and increased mi...
Russian Strike Targets Ukrainian Power Grid Amid Freezing Weather
Russia has conducted a new significant assault on Ukraine's electrical infrastructure, exacerbating suffering during severely cold weather conditions....
Ukrainian civilians suffered deadliest year yet in 2025, UN says
The United Nations reported that 2025 was the most lethal year for Ukrainian civilians since the start of the conflict. The statement highlights escalating civilian casualties attributed to ongoing ho...
Russia Strikes Ukraine Nationwide as Freezing Temperatures Grip Cities, 4 Killed
Russian military operations have targeted various regions of Ukraine during severe winter weather conditions, resulting in four fatalities and significant damage to civilian infrastructure. The attack...
Russian Strikes Hit Odesa and Kyiv Amid Freezing Temperatures
Russia has escalated its attacks on Ukraine's civilian infrastructure during an exceptionally cold winter period, increasing the risk of severe humanitarian consequences due to damaged energy faciliti...
Over 1,000 Apartment Buildings in Kyiv Lack Heat After Russian Strike
Following recent strikes by Russian forces, over 1,000 apartment blocks in Kyiv remain without heat, impacting a significant number of residents during winter. The lack of heating presents severe chal...
Key Obstacles to the Russia-Ukraine Peace Plan
The article discusses key challenges hindering a peaceful resolution between Russia and Ukraine. Issues include territorial disputes, humanitarian concerns, economic sanctions, and disagreement over c...
Gaza is an early warning. Will the world heed it?
Recent events in Gaza highlight ongoing humanitarian crises and human rights abuses. Palestinian doctors graduate near destroyed hospitals, while memorisation of the Quran and mass weddings occur amid...
Over 400,000 Russians Killed and Wounded for 0.8% of Ukraine in 2025
The article discusses the massive human cost and territorial gains of Russia's invasion into Ukraine, noting over 400,000 Russian casualties for control of less than one percent of Ukraine by 2025....
Putin expresses confidence in victory; Russian drone attack injures three Ukrainian children
Russian President Vladimir Putin has reiterated his belief in Russia's eventual triumph during the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. Additionally, a recent drone strike carried out by Russia resulted in ...
Thailand, Cambodia sign new ceasefire deal to end deadly border clashes
Thailand and Cambodia have signed an immediate ceasefire agreement, according to a joint statement, aiming to end weeks of deadly border clashes that displaced over one million people and resulted in ...
3 Killed, Power Outages in Ukraine Following Large-scale Russian Strikes
A series of large-scale Russian strikes have hit Ukraine, resulting in at least three deaths and widespread power outages across the country....
3 Killed, Power Outages in Ukraine Reported After Massive Russian Strikes
According to reports, at least three people have been killed and large-scale power outages experienced in Ukraine following extensive missile strikes by Russia....
Massive Russian Attack Across Ukraine Includes Death of Four-Year-Old Child
A significant military offensive by Russia has affected multiple regions within Ukraine. Sadly, one of the casualties includes a four-year-old child, highlighting the devastating impact on civilian po...
Sudan's El-Fasher under the RSF, destroyed and 'full of bodies'
Sudanese nurse Asmaa found her neighborhood in El-Fasher filled with bodies upon returning to search for a family member. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) seized the last military stronghold in Darfur o...
Statistics bureau says Gaza population fell 10.6% due to killing and displacement
The Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics (PCBS) reported an unprecedented decline in Gaza's population by 254,000 individuals or 10.6%, compared to pre-war estimates. The current population of Gaz...
Palestinians 'drowning' as rain and wind uproot more Gaza tents
Heavy rain and strong winds have flooded and uprooted tents in the Gaza Strip, significantly worsening living conditions for Palestinians amidst an Israeli blockade that limits supplies of shelters. A...
Russian Strikes Leave Half of Kyiv Apartments Without Heat in -15°C Cold
According to recent reports, Russian strikes have severely affected the heating infrastructure in Kyiv, resulting in nearly half of apartments losing heat during extremely cold weather conditions wher...
Evening Brief: Trump Halts Iran Talks, Russia Bombards Ukraine's Power Grid, Winter Storms Claim Lives of Displaced Palestinians in Gaza
The Evening Brief highlights significant geopolitical developments including U.S. President Donald Trump’s suspension of nuclear talks with Iran, Russian attacks on Ukraine’s critical infrastructure, ...
In Gaza hospital, patients cling to MSF as Israel orders it out
Israel plans to exclude 37 humanitarian aid organizations from operating in Gaza as of March 1, citing these groups' failure to provide comprehensive information about their Palestinian employees. Thi...
Israel planning renewed Gaza offensive in March, report says
According to a reported statement from an Arab diplomat and Israeli media, Israel's military plans to launch a new offensive against Gaza in March with the goal of seizing more territory and pushing t...
At Least 40 People Killed Following US Military Operations in Venezuela
In the aftermath of military operations carried out by the United States in Venezuela, at least 40 people have lost their lives....
Russian drone attack injures 3 Ukrainian children as Putin expresses confidence in victory
A recent Russian drone strike has injured three Ukrainian children, adding to the humanitarian concerns of the ongoing conflict. In response to the reported incident, President Vladimir Putin has publ...
US Senators condemn Russia for killing Ukrainian civilians on Christmas
United States Senators have strongly condemned Russia following reports of Russian attacks that killed Ukrainian civilians on Christmas Day. The senators expressed outrage at the humanitarian crisis c...
Gaza NGO says 1.5 million people displaced by Israeli aggression
The Palestinian Non-Governmental Organizations Network reported that approximately one and a half million Gazans have been displaced due to the ongoing Israeli military actions. The organization's dir...
3 Killed, Power Outages in Ukraine Reported After Massive Russian Strikes
Recent strikes by Russia against Ukraine have resulted in three casualties and widespread power outages in the country....
3 Killed, Power Outages in Ukraine Reported After Massive Russian Strikes
Recent massive Russian airstrikes on Ukrainian infrastructure have resulted in the death of three people and power outages across Ukraine....
Russians may have killed civilians who refused deportation from Hrabovske, says Ukrainian official
A Ukrainian official stated that Russian troops may have killed civilians who refused deportation from the village of Hrabovske in Sumy Oblast. According to reports, Russian forces abducted local resi...
Sudan war drags on as drone attack kills 10 in Darfur market
A drone attack on a busy market in North Darfur killed ten civilians; conflict between Sudan's army and Rapid Support Forces has escalated, leading to the evacuation of aid workers from famine-stricke...
Russian Strike Kills Eight in Odesa as US Meets with Russian Envoy
A military strike by Russia has resulted in eight deaths in Odesa, Ukraine. Concurrently, the United States is hosting a meeting with an envoy from the Kremlin to discuss a potential peace plan for th...
From the Andes to Darfur: Colombians lured to Sudan's killing fields
Colombian ex-soldiers recruited for high-paying jobs by Emirati networks have found themselves involved in conflict zones in Sudan where they face grave dangers including death, mass killings, rapes, ...
Israeli forces destroy buildings east of Gaza City
The Israeli military has reportedly violated the ceasefire agreement by destroying buildings and deploying artillery shelling in eastern areas of Gaza City and Khan Younis, southern Gaza, on Saturday ...
Gaza famine eases but more than 100,000 still face catastrophic hunger - report
The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) reports that while famine conditions in Gaza have eased due to improved access for humanitarian and commercial food supplies after a ceasefire o...
Evening recap
The article summarizes key developments from Gaza over recent days, highlighting ongoing ceasefire violations by Israeli forces resulting in deaths and injuries of Palestinians. It also mentions sever...
Three Palestinian children die from cold in Gaza amid Israeli blockade
Three Palestinian children have died due to cold weather conditions in Gaza's harsh winter environment. Since the beginning of October 2023 and amid Israel's ongoing blockade, more than 21 people, inc...
Balochistan faces deepening humanitarian crisis as enforced disappearances of students and activists escalate in 2025
In 2025, the province of Balochistan in Pakistan witnessed a significant rise in enforced disappearances, state repression, and restrictions on political activists. The situation has escalated to what...
Zelenskyy: Russian forces deported 52 Hrabovskyi villagers including children who refused evacuation
Ukrainian President Zelensky reported that Russian forces deported 52 civilians, including children who refused evacuation, and captured approximately 13 Ukrainian soldiers when they entered the villa...
“They did not want to kill civilians”: Why did Ukraine let Russians escape with 52 abducted Ukrainians from border village?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy provided information about Russia's abduction of 52 Ukrainian civilians from a border village. The president noted that the decision to allow Russian forces to ...
Israel to ban 37 aid groups operating in Gaza
Israel plans to ban 37 aid organizations from operating in Gaza unless they provide detailed information about their Palestinian staff by midnight on Wednesday. The move has faced criticism from the U...
Israeli forces target areas near Khan Younis and Gaza City
Israeli military conducted airstrikes on several locations in Bani Suheila, east of Khan Younis city, in the southern part of the Gaza Strip, according to Palestinian media reports. Additionally, Isra...
UN’s Lazzarini warns 1.6 million people in Gaza are hungry as Israel blocks aid
Philippe Lazzarini, head of the UN Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA), warned that a man-made hunger crisis continues in Gaza despite recent improvements since October's ceasefire. According to a...
Hamas condemns Israel's decision to ban several aid groups from operating in Gaza
Hamas has condemned Israel’s decision to ban several aid groups from operating in Gaza, describing the move as a 'dangerous escalation' and calling for international condemnation and action against th...
‘Treated as criminals’: Gaza fishermen risk everything at sea
Palestinian fishermen in Gaza continue fishing despite Israeli restrictions and risks of imprisonment or even death, driven by the need to feed their families. Ismail Farhat, a fisherman from Deir al-...
School resumes in tents under shadow of Gaza's 'yellow line'
A 7-year-old girl named Toulin Al-Hindi returns to school after over two years of war within crowded tents due to infrastructure destruction. Her classes are disrupted by gunfire and explosions from I...
From the Andes to Darfur: Colombians lured to Sudan’s killing fields
Colombian soldiers were recruited with promises of generous salaries by the United Arab Emirates and sent to conflict-ridden areas in Sudan instead, facing grave dangers including death, mass killings...
Gaza health ministry says infant among three killed as storm batters region
The Gaza health ministry announced on Friday that three Palestinians have died due to severe weather conditions including strong winds and heavy rain. An infant aged two months died of hypothermia, ra...
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