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December 19, 2024

Christian mother in Nigeria acquitted of blasphemy charges after years-long legal fight: Report

A Christian mother in Nigeria was acquitted of blasphemy charges after being imprisoned for condemning the mob murder of a Nigerian Christian student.

December 19, 2024

Putin says Russia ready to compromise with Trump on Ukraine war

Russian President Vladimir Putin said he was ready to make a compromise regarding ending the war in Ukraine in possible talks with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump.

December 19, 2024

Palestinian Authority under pressure amid rising resistance, popularity of Iran-backed terror groups

Palestinian Authority’s crackdown on terrorists intensifies, but efforts to regain control of the city and surrounding areas face fierce resistance.

December 19, 2024

Frenchman found guilty in horrific rape trial that shocked the world

A Frenchman accused of drugging his wife of 50 years and inviting strangers over to rape her – while he filmed the assaults – was found guilty on Thursday.

December 19, 2024

China skirts US efforts to stiff-arm CCP interference by bolstering state, local relations

China is skirting U.S. efforts to block its interference in areas ranging from trade to national security by cozying up with state officials to foster relations and keep its influence active in the U.S.

December 19, 2024

Israeli airstrikes target Yemen's Houthi-controlled capital of Sanaa, port city Hodeida

Israeli airstrikes targeting Yemen's Houthi-controlled capital, Sanaa, and Red Sea port city Hodeida left energy facilities ablaze in response to missiles launched earlier by the Houthis.

December 19, 2024

Pro-Palestinian activists storm basketball court during Israeli team’s game against France

Anti-Israel agitators disrupted an Israeli-French basketball game Wednesday, waving Palestinian flags and sparking chaos in the stands.

December 19, 2024

Pro-Palestinian activists storm basketball court during Israeli team’s game against France

A group of agitators waving Palestinian flags stormed the court during a basketball game between Israel’s Hapoel Holon and France’s Nanterre, sparking chaos in the stands. (Enzo Rabouy via Storyful)

December 18, 2024

US slaps sanctions on companies tied to Nord Stream 2 in bid to squeeze Russia

The State Department re-imposed financial penalties against Russian entities involved in the construction of Nord Stream 2, including its project operator and a Russian insurance provider.

December 18, 2024

French high court upholds ex-president's corruption conviction

A Court of Cassation decision upheld the corruption conviction of former French President Nicolas Sarkozy, who now faces a year in prison.