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SpaceX faces opposition to Starlink expansion from Ukrainian group concerned about Musk ties to Russia
A Ukrainian-American group filed a petition with the FCC to try and keep Starlink from putting almost 22,500 satellites into orbit until further review.
Worshippers flee as synagogue in Australia is set on fire in targeted attack.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called the fire an antisemitic "act of hate".
(South Korea) Army special warfare commander says he defied order to drag out lawmakers
SEOUL, Dec. 6 (Yonhap) -- The chief of the Army Special Warfare Command said Friday he def...
30 years ago today, Ukraine traded nuclear arms for security assurances, a decision that still haunts Kyiv today
On Dec. 5, 1994, Ukraine had signed a set of political agreements that would guarantee the country's sovereignty and independence in return for accession to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT). Signed in Budapest, the memorandum would lay grounds for Ukraine to dispose of its nuclear arsenal
Congo 'on alert' over mystery flu-like disease that killed dozens
Public health officials in Africa urged caution Thursday as Congo's health minister said the government was on alert over a mystery flu-like disease that in recent weeks killed dozens of people.
Senior Biden aide commits to giving Ukraine avalanche of military assistance
White House games last-minute strategy to bolster Ukraine, including $20bn in loans and sweeping sanctions on Russia
Zelenskyy on Budapest Memorandum: Not a single day did this document work
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has commented on the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Budapest Memorandum, stressing that Ukraine needs real security guarantees.
Canada man jumps on polar bear to defend wife from attack
The man suffered serious but non-life threatening injuries during the incident in the country's far north.
Emmanuel Macron rejects calls to stand down, will name new French PM within days
Macron rejected calls to resign, a day after his prime minister was ousted in a no-confidence vote.
Trudeau government adds hundreds more assault-style weapons to its gun ban
The measures come on the eve of the 35th anniversary of the killing of 14 women at Montreal's École Polytechnique, one of the largest mass shootings in Canadian history.
Congo government says it's 'on alert' over mystery flu-like disease that killed dozens
Public health officials in Africa urged caution Thursday as Congo's health minister said the government was on alert over a mystery flu-like disease that in recent weeks killed dozens of people.
North Korean troops so 'poorly trained' that Putin army yet to throw them into battle, say western officials
The DPRK soldiers are expected to be used in the fight for the Kursk region of Russia
North Korean Troops in russia Are Starving in Kursk Region
Resource shortages highlight logistical challenges in russia’s military partnerships
Blinken confirms Ukraine to receive $50 billion transfer from frozen Russian assets
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed during a briefing that the transfer is part of a coordinated effort between the U.S. and EU to support Ukraine.
Ukrainian Forces Liberate Novy Komar in Donetsk Region, Inflict Heavy Losses on Russians
Russian troops reportedly suffered heavy losses, while marines from the 40th Separate Brigade of the Russian Marine Corps were captured.
Far-right Russian militia leader goes on trial for war crimes in Ukraine | Yle News
According to the prosecutor, Voislav Torden took part in the killing of more than 20 Ukrainian soldiers by the Rusich paramilitary in eastern Ukraine. He denies the charges.
Putin relative accidentally reveals secret figure on troops missing in Ukraine
The confidential number provided by Anna Tsivilyova, daughter of the president’s cousin, could be a clue to the extent of Russian casualties.
South Korean woman who grabbed soldier’s gun says ‘I just needed to stop them’
Video of party spokesperson grappling with rifle-wielding soldier has gone viral as symbol of defiance against martial law