Israeli Defense Forces report the interception of a ballistic missile and a drone launched from Yemen
The Israeli Defense Forces report the interception of a ballistic missile and a drone launched from Yemen.
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U.S. President Joe Biden blocks a buyout bid by Japanese Nippon Steel for U.S. Steel
U.S. President Joe Biden blocks a buyout bid by Japanese Nippon Steel for U.S. Steel.
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 26 in Gaza on New Year’s Day
At least 26 Palestinians, including four children, were killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza on 1 January 2025. Ten others remain missing and are believed buried under rubble.
Taliban orders closure of NGOs employing women in Afghanistan
The Taliban government announces it will close all national and foreign NGOs in Afghanistan that employ women, citing compliance with Islamic regulations and issuing warnings of license revocation for non-compliance.
Jimmy Carter to receive state funeral in Washington, D.C. on 9 January
President Joe Biden has ordered a state funeral for former president Jimmy Carter to be held at Washington National Cathedral on 9 January. Flags will be lowered to half-staff for thirty days.
Afghanistan targets locations in Pakistan after cross-border strikes
Afghanistan's Ministry of Defense reported strikes on several points beyond the disputed Durand Line in response to Pakistani aerial bombardments inside Afghan territory. No details were given on casualties or specific sites.
Houthis launch a ballistic missile from Yemen, targeting Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv, Israel.
The Houthis launch a ballistic missile from Yemen, targeting Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv, Israel. The missile is intercepted before reaching Israeli airspace. It is the first time that the THAAD missile defense system is used by Israel to intercept a missile during combat operations.
Israel carries out a series of airstrikes between Sanaa and Hodeidah in Yemen, hitting a number of facilities, including Sanaa International Airport
Israel carries out a series of airstrikes between Sanaa and Hodeidah in Yemen, hitting a number of facilities, including Sanaa International Airport, and killing at least six people and injuring at least 40 others with the Director-General of the World Health Organization Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus present.
Russian strikes hit Ukraine's energy infrastructure on Christmas Day
Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukrainian energy infrastructure on 25 December 2024, using over 70 missiles and 100 drones, resulting in at least three fatalities and 20 injuries across multiple regions, with widespread blackouts reported.
FEWS NET removes famine report after US envoy challenges population data
The US-funded Famine Early Warning Systems Network withdrew a report claiming famine in northern Gaza after the US envoy to Israel disputed its population estimates, citing outdated figures and methodological flaws.
At least seven killed in Israeli strikes on al-Mawasi safe zone
Israeli airstrikes hit al-Mawasi, a designated safe zone in Gaza, killing at least seven people. Further attacks across the Strip killed at least 43 others, including in a school and displaced persons' camps.
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 28 in Gaza Strip
Israeli strikes across Gaza killed at least 28 people, including children, in attacks on a school and residential buildings, according to Palestinian rescuers.
Puntland to launch regional currency in 2025 amid monetary instability
Puntland region of Somalia plans to introduce a new regional currency in 2025, following its shift to the US dollar in 2021 due to Somali shilling inflation. The move reflects ongoing economic fragmentation and federal tensions.
Sixteen injured in Houthi missile attack on Tel Aviv-Jaffa
A missile launched from Yemen struck the Tel Aviv-Jaffa area, injuring sixteen people, with the Israeli military reporting interception and shrapnel damage to a nearby school.
US Senate passes funding bill, Biden signs it to avert shutdown
The United States Senate passed a funding bill, which President Joe Biden signed into law on 21 December 2024, averting a government shutdown. The measure extends funding through 14 March and includes disaster relief and aid for farmers.
Biden denies malicious intent behind East Coast drone sightings
President Joe Biden stated there is no evidence of malicious activity behind recent drone sightings in the northeastern United States, calling the situation non-threatening. Federal agencies confirmed the sightings do not pose a national security or public safety risk.
U.S. Electoral College formally certifies President-elect Donald Trump's victory over Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 United States presidential election
The U.S. Electoral College formally certifies President-elect Donald Trump's victory over Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 United States presidential election.
Trump cancels New Jersey golf visit over drone sightings
President-elect Donald Trump cancels a planned visit to his Bedminster golf club in New Jersey due to drone sightings. He asserts government and military authorities know the origin of the drones.
Al Jazeera cameraman Ahmad Al-Louh is killed in an Israeli airstrike on a civil defense point in the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza
Al Jazeera cameraman Ahmad Al-Louh is killed in an Israeli airstrike on a civil defense point in the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza.
At least 52 killed in Israeli airstrikes on schools in Gaza City and Rafah
At least 52 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes on two schools in Gaza City and Rafah in the Gaza Strip.
At least 33 Palestinians are killed and 50 others are injured in an Israeli airstrike on the Nuseirat refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip
At least 33 Palestinians are killed and 50 others are injured in an Israeli airstrike on the Nuseirat refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip.
Fifteen killed in Israeli airstrikes near Rafah and Khan Younis while guarding aid convoys
Fifteen people were killed in Israeli airstrikes near Rafah and Khan Younis while protecting humanitarian aid convoys, according to Palestinian medics and the Palestinian news agency Wafa.
At least 29 killed in Israeli airstrikes on Beit Lahia
Israeli airstrikes hit civilian areas in Beit Lahia, North Gaza Governorate, killing at least 29 people. The attacks occurred amid ongoing military operations and ceasefire negotiations.
At least 50 killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza, including at Rafah flour line
At least 50 Palestinians were killed and 84 injured in Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip on 9 December 2024, including ten at a flour distribution zone in Rafah.