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KYIV STRUCK DURING PEACE TALKS: Massive Missile Barrage Rocks Capital

Russia launched one of its heaviest missile and drone assaults in months on Kyiv hours after trilateral negotiations in Abu Dhabi, killing and wounding civilians and threatening to derail fragile diplomatic progress.

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8,000+ flights canceled nationwide ahead of the winter storm

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'We will treat any attack as an all‑out war against us' — Senior Iranian official

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Russia Pounds Kyiv During Trilateral Peace Talks

Russian forces launched heavy missile and drone strikes on Ukrainian cities even as negotiators met in Abu Dhabi. The assaults caused civilian casualties and disrupted talks, underscoring how battlefield actions are complicating diplomacy.

Kyiv Faces Prolonged Blackouts as Attacks Hit Energy Grid

Attacks have damaged Kyiv’s energy grid and left thousands without heat during winter. Officials warn prolonged outages and infrastructure hits risk civilian safety as temperatures plummet.

U S Forces Strike Vessel Alleged Tied to Narco Terrorists Killing Two

The U.S. military has intensified lethal strikes on vessels it alleges are linked to narco‑terror groups in the eastern Pacific. Multiple operations killed suspects and left survivors as crews searched for missing personnel.

Night Stalker Pilots Key to Maduro Capture Prepare Next High Risk Missions

U.S. special operations units that captured Nicolás Maduro are preparing for further high‑risk missions. The elite pilots and commandos who executed the Caracas raid are being spotlighted amid talk of more forceful actions.

China Launches Probe of Top General Zhang Youxia

Beijing has launched probes into senior military figures amid an apparent purge at the top of the People’s Liberation Army. Officials say multiple high‑ranking officers are under investigation as Xi reshapes military command.

Iran’s Protests Recede but Opposition Remains Alive

Iran’s nationwide protests and the regime’s brutal crackdown remain focal points as Washington tightens sanctions. Treasury actions target vessels and entities tied to Tehran amid warnings that any attack could trigger all‑out war.

Pentagon Drops China as Top Threat in New Defense Strategy

The Pentagon released a new strategy shifting priorities toward homeland defense and China deterrence while asking allies to shoulder more security burdens. The document signals a major realignment of U.S. military commitments.

Trump Vows 'Total Access' to Greenland Amid Nato Deal Row

President Trump’s Greenland gambit and NATO comments have provoked a transatlantic furor. European leaders pushed back while the EU and NATO maneuvered to protect Greenlandic sovereignty and alliance cohesion.

TikTok Sale Finalizes New U S Entity to Keep App Operating

Major platform deals and content policy shifts altered the social media landscape. TikTok closed a U.S. ownership deal while Meta paused teen access to AI characters amid safety reviews.

More Than 8,000 Flights Canceled as Major Winter Storm Bears Down

A record winter storm is set to sweep the United States, forcing thousands of flight cancellations and widespread disruptions. Officials warn of heavy snow sleet and dangerous ice across a massive swath of the country.

Thousands March Through Minneapolis to Protest ICE Operations

Mass protests and strikes erupted in Minneapolis as ICE carried out high‑profile enforcement operations. The demonstrations have persisted in subzero temperatures and drawn national attention and political backlash.

FBI Agent Resigns After Attempt to Probe ICE Shooting in Minneapolis

Agents and investigators tied to the Renee Good shooting probe have resigned amid internal pressure and controversy. The departures deepen scrutiny of the Justice Department and its handling of investigations into federal agents.

Car Smashes Through Detroit Airport Terminal Causing Chaos

A sedan plowed into Detroit Metro Airport terminals causing chaos as travelers fled and officers arrested the driver. Authorities continue to investigate whether the crash was accidental or intentional.

Massive Sewage Pipe Ruptures Sending Raw Wastewater Into Potomac

A major sewage pipe ruptured sending millions of gallons of untreated wastewater into the Potomac River upstream from Washington. Officials warn of public health risks and environmental damage as cleanup and investigations begin.

Former Olympic Snowboarder Arrested on Murder and Drug Charges

Authorities arrested a former Olympic snowboarder accused of running an international drug trafficking operation and ordering murders. The high profile capture highlights coordination between U.S. and Mexican law enforcement.

Intel Stock Crashes After Company Flags Continued Operational Issues

Tech and chip markets reacted sharply to earnings and guidance as Intel plunged and Nvidia leadership faced corporate changes. Market volatility raises questions about the sector's ability to meet AI demand.

U S Army Says Homeland Defense and China Deterrence Come First

The U.S military is recalibrating priorities toward defending the homeland while asking allies to assume greater burden against regional threats. The shift signals reduced forward commitments in some theaters including Korea and the Middle East.

French Commandos Board Russian Linked Tanker in Dramatic Mediterranean Raid

European naval forces have moved to disrupt vessels suspected of sanctions evasion and Iran linked shadow fleets. France diverted and boarded tankers as allied navies escalate enforcement operations.

Ukraine Russia and U S Open Talks in Abu Dhabi on Territory Issues

Diplomatic envoys met to push a path toward ending the four year war in Ukraine. Territorial concessions remain the central sticking point as negotiators from Kyiv Moscow and Washington try to find ground for a deal.

HUD Orders Immediate Citizenship Verification for Public Housing Tenants

HUD directed public housing authorities to verify tenants’ citizenship as part of a sweeping compliance push. The order could force rapid status checks across millions of housing recipients and draw legal challenges.

HHS Bans Using Aborted Fetal Tissue in Taxpayer Funded Research

The Department of Health and Human Services moved to restrict federal research using fetal tissue derived from elective abortions while rolling back some funding for abortion related programs. The policy shift marks a major change in research and aid rules.

DOJ Sought to Probe Renee Good for Criminal Liability After Her Death

New reporting and court actions show DOJ pressure and internal conflict over the Renee Good shooting probe in Minneapolis. Resignations and supervisory departures fuel scrutiny of whether political considerations influenced investigations.

Seven Dead and Dozens Missing After Massive Landslide in West Java

Rescue and recovery operations continue after deadly landslides in Indonesia and New Zealand left scores dead or missing. Authorities have shifted many sites from search to recovery as conditions hamper efforts.

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