Ukraine picks new Christmas date in break with Russian tradition
For the first time in a century, Ukraine will celebrate the holiday on December 25 rather than January 7.
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Muted Christmas as Palestinian Christians mourn for Gaza
In Bethlehem and beyond, Christians are gripped this Christmas with helplessness, pain amid Israel's war on Gaza.
Sudan’s civilians pick up arms, as RSF gains and army stumbles
Young men are grabbing weapons to fight with the army, defend their cities, raising fears of deepening ethnic conflict.
Israeli strikes kill UN staff, more than 70 of his extended family in Gaza
Issam Al Mughrabi, his wife and children killed along with more than 70 of his family members, the UN says.
Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 79
Israel intensifies attacks on Gaza and the US claims to have shot down Houthi drones – here are other major updates.
‘Many more could die’: Urgent plea for Rohingya refugees trapped at sea
At least one passenger on a boat carrying 185 refugees has died, with dozens more in 'critical condition', warns UNHCR.
Staying warm in Gaza: A battle for survival
Palestinians in the Gaza Strip share the challenges brought on by the cold, rainy season, and how they are surviving.
What are Palestine’s unique Christmas rituals, disrupted by Israel’s war?
This year's Christmas will have rubble-laden mangers and silent processions amid the Israel, Hamas war.
Indonesia nickel plant hit by deadly explosion
The blast at the Chinese-funded Morowali Industrial Park highlights the dangerous working conditions.
UK police arrest man after Banksy artwork snatched from London street
Man in his 20s arrested on suspicion of theft and criminal damage after removal of installation in south London.
US says Houthi drones shot down, as UK brands Iran ‘malign influence’
UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron says escalating attacks by Iran-backed groups cannot be tolerated.
Palestinians flee homes in central Gaza after Israeli evacuation order
Most of those being forced to leave have already been displaced multiple times - with no safe destination in sight.
DR Congo’s Katumbi calls for election to be annulled as protests planned
Western governments call for restraint amid fears of a repeat of violence that has followed past elections.
German police search Cologne Cathedral after security threat
Cologne police chief says sniffer dogs will search building following indications of attack planned for New Year's Eve.
‘Did not ask for ceasefire’ in Gaza: Biden after phone call with Netanyahu
White House says the two leaders discussed Israel's military campaign in Gaza, including its 'objectives and phasing'.
Rebel attack in western Burundi kills at least 20
It is the second attack in two weeks by the RED-Tabara rebels, who have been largely inactive inside Burundi since 2021.
Gaza media office says 100 journalists killed since Israeli attacks began
Palestinian journalist Muhammed Abu Hweidy latest to be killed in Israeli attack on his home in the east of Gaza City.
More than 200 dead in 24 hours in Gaza as Israeli raids turn ‘more intense’
Death toll in Gaza during the 11-week assault hits 20,258 while 53,688 others are wounded.
Yemen warring parties commit to ceasefire, UN-led peace process, says envoy
Groups commit to new ceasefire and engage in UN-led peace process to end nine-year war, says UN special envoy for Yemen.
China considers revising gaming rules after tech giants lose billions
Draft document outlining restrictions caused major stir as tech stocks tumbled, sent investors into a panic.