Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 991
As the war enters its 991st day, these are the main developments.
US military says strikes in Syria targeted ‘Iranian backed groups’ – Al Jazeera English
- US military says strikes in Syria targeted ‘Iranian backed groups’ Al Jazeera English
- US forces strike 9 Iran-linked militia targets in Syria: 'Our message is clear' Fox News
- US forces strike Iran-backed targets in Syria after attacks on Americans The Hill
- U.S. strikes Iranian-aligned militias in Syria after attacks on American troops WLOS
- US carried out strikes against Iranian linked targets in Syria Reuters
US military says strikes in Syria targeted ‘Iranian backed groups’
US Central Command said nine targets were hit at two locations in Syria in response to an attack on US forces.
Trump asks Mike Waltz to serve as his national security adviser – CNN
- Trump asks Mike Waltz to serve as his national security adviser CNN
- Trump mulls national security adviser and Rubio for secretary of state role BBC.com
- Waltz for national security would fit Trump’s hard line on China: analysts South China Morning Post
- GOP Rep. Mike Waltz tapped to be Trump's national security adviser Fox News
- US election updates: Trump reportedly looks to China hawks for key security and foreign policy roles The Guardian US
ICC announces investigation into chief prosecutor Karim Khan – BBC.com
- ICC announces investigation into chief prosecutor Karim Khan BBC.com
- I.C.C. Prosecutor Seeking Arrest of Israeli Leaders Faces Own Inquiry The New York Times
- Exclusive: ICC to investigate alleged misconduct by war crimes prosecutor, sources say Reuters
- International Criminal Court prosecutor won't step down during new probe into misconduct accusations The Associated Press
- Statement by the President of the Assembly of States Parties on investigation into alleged misconduct by an ICC elected official the International Criminal Court
New Zealand’s Luxon apologises to victims of abuse in state and church care
New Zealand prime minister says government must take responsibility for 'horrific' abuse of some 200,000 people in care.
In South America, Trump already losing a trade battle with China – Reuters
- In South America, Trump already losing a trade battle with China Reuters
- 'From Chancay to Shanghai': A revelation of the times: Global Times editorial Global Times
- Planned link to Brazil raises geopolitical stakes for China-funded port in Peru South China Morning Post
- Chinese warships could use Peru’s big new port, US general warns Financial Times
- Trump makes new appointments, Rubio tipped for secretary of state Omak Okanogan County Chronicle
LED lights on underside of surfboards may deter great white shark attacks – The Guardian
- LED lights on underside of surfboards may deter great white shark attacks The Guardian
- Lights on surfboards and wetsuits could deter shark attacks New Scientist
- Shark attack study using light ‘decoys’ to fool great whites could lead to protections for surfers, researchers say ABC News
- Preventing shark attacks with a clever trick of the light Sydney Morning Herald
- This Weird Trick Might Prevent Great White Shark Attacks Surfer
Zelensky says Russia has 50,000 troops in Kursk
Ukraine's president says the incursion is limiting the forces Moscow can deploy inside his country.
Tram set on fire as Amsterdam riots rage on – Fox News
- Tram set on fire as Amsterdam riots rage on Fox News
- How Attacks on Israeli Soccer Fans in Amsterdam Unfolded The New York Times
- More arrests made over attacks against Israeli football supporters, Dutch police say Sky News
- Dutch tram set on fire in new Amsterdam unrest DW (English)
- Calls for ‘Jew Hunt’ Preceded Attacks in Amsterdam The Wall Street Journal
Gold, prices, and jobs: What’s at stake in Ghana’s elections?
In an echo of the US, the current vice-president is up against an ex-president in the 7 December vote.
In Australia’s outback, youth crime stymies efforts to get tourism on track
Tourism operators in the remote Northern Territory say focus on youth crime is scaring away visitors.
India’s celebrity top judge: An icon or a pushover?
Justice DY Chandrachud retired as India’s chief justice on Sunday. Many are debating his legacy.
At least 40 killed in Gaza as Israeli drone attacks ‘safe zone’ café – Al Jazeera English
- At least 40 killed in Gaza as Israeli drone attacks ‘safe zone’ café Al Jazeera English
- LIVE: Israeli forces pound Lebanon, kill 17 in dawn attacks across Gaza Al Jazeera English
- Middle East latest: Israeli strikes kill 11 in Gaza as US deadline to Israel to surge aid expires KXAN.com
- 20 children killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza and Lebanon, officials say The Washington Post
- Israeli Strike in Gaza Kills Over 30 Palestinians, Emergency Services Say The New York Times
Archaeologists identify centuries-old battle site in Iraq using declassified spy satellite images – CNN
Israel says ‘certain progress’ made in Lebanon ceasefire talks – The Guardian
- Israel says ‘certain progress’ made in Lebanon ceasefire talks The Guardian
- Israel's new defense minister says Hezbollah is defeated; Netanyahu acknowledges approving pager attacks NBC News
- Israel’s war aims in Lebanon are expanding The Economist
- Israel-Hizbollah talks making ‘progress’, says new foreign minister Financial Times
- Even if Israel Offers a Cease-fire Deal, No One in Lebanon Is There to Sign It Haaretz
France sends its nuclear-powered carrier to Japan – and a ‘message’ to China – South China Morning Post
- France sends its nuclear-powered carrier to Japan – and a ‘message’ to China South China Morning Post
- French Navy Previews Aircraft Carrier Charles de Gaulle Pacific Deployment USNI News
- In message to China, French Navy to hold drills with India, visit Japan & Philippines for 1st time: Report Firstpost
- EURONAVAL NEWS: French Carrier Strike Group Prepares for Indo-Pacific Deployment National Defense Magazine
- The French Navy prepares the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle for its upcoming deployment in the Indo-Pacific Zona Militar
Trump 2.0: Who has US president-elect picked for his new administration?
Donald Trump is naming advisers and political allies to key roles in his incoming administration. Here's what to know.
‘Man of his word’: Jan 6 rioters expect Trump will keep pardon promise
Several Capitol riot defendants have asked for hearings to be delayed in anticipation of pardons.
Israel says ‘certain progress’ made in Lebanon ceasefire talks
Foreign minister says talks continuing over Israel’s stated objectives of pushing Hezbollah away from Israeli border
Israel’s foreign minister, Gideon Saar, said on Monday that “certain progress” had been made on ceasefire talks in Lebanon, where Israel has been engaged in fighting Hezbollah for more than 13 months.
“We will be ready to be there if we know, first of all, that Hezbollah is not on our border, is north of the Litani River, and that Hezbollah will not be able to arm with new weapons systems,” Saar said.
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