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Berlin says EU should prepare for war by end of decade
Europe could face threats from Russia by the end of the decade, and EU countries need to build up their defence industries to be prepared, German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said during an interview published on Welt am Sonntag on Saturday.
IDF reservists discover a 1,500-year-old oil lamp near Gaza border
Israel Antiquities Authority said it is a 'sandal candle' from the Byzantine period; The reservists handed over the ancient find to the state treasury and were awarded a certificate for their good citizenship
China warns ‘military fans’ they could face prison for posting photos online
Ukrainian cyberattack paralyzes Russia’s high-profile ERP system 1C
The Ukrainian IT Army paralyzed the operation of Russia’s automated enterprise management system 1C-Rarus. — Ukrinform.
Russia warns Japan over providing Patriot air defence systems to Ukraine
Ukraine says it may face delays in the payment of salaries and pensions for almost 12 million people if the West does not provide financial assistance in early 2024.
Ukraine may face delays in the payment of salaries and pensions for almost 12 million people if the West does not provide financial assistance in early 2024.
Israel warns "war in Gaza will continue for months"
There are no shortcuts in the fight against Hamas, the army chief insists as Israel pounds Gaza.
Russia exports almost all its oil to China and India - Novak
Iran claims Oct. 7 massacre was retaliation for Soleimani killing
Hamas denied Iran's statement, saying: "The reasons for the operation of the Flood of al-Aqsa, and foremost are the dangers that threaten al-Aqsa Mosque."
Israel grants Intel $3.2 billion for new $25 billion chip plant
Ukraine's GDP grows by 4% in November despite border blockade
The Ukrainian economy grew by 4% in November compared to the same month last year, despite the blockade of checkpoints on the border with Ukraine by Polish hauliers. Source: Ukraine's Economy Ministry Details: For January-November this year, the growth of Ukraine's GDP is estimated at 5.
General Staff: Russia has lost 355,750 troops in Ukraine since start of full-scale invasion
This number includes 790 casualties Russian forces suffered over the past day.
‘Host clubs’ in Tokyo force women into sex work to pay off huge debts
A ‘vicious’ multibillion-yen system is pushing vulnerable young women who rack up extortionate bills into prostitution
China uses AI to generate propaganda on YouTube, report finds. From ultra-thin chips to infrastructure, content gushes about Chinese accomplishments.
From ultra-thin chips to infrastructure, content gushes about Chinese accomplishments.
US to Provide Military Training to Saudi Arabia Under $1B Deal
The US has approved Saudi Arabia’s request to provide its air force with military training to address current and future threats.
Israel Finance Minister Calls Intel’s $25 Billion Investment ‘Important and Significant’
Israel: We won’t work with UN officials who regurgitate Hamas propaganda
UN appoints former Dutch finance minister as new Gaza aid coordinator.
Zaluzhny Says Russians Can ‘Create Another Bakhmut’ in Avdiivka if Ukraine Lacks the Tech and Manpower
“We have identified the problems, and we have already found about 90 percent of the solutions. Therefore, we must resolve to act more efficiently next year, most importantly, to save human lives.”
Israeli military says Gaza ground offensive has expanded into urban refugee camps
Israeli forces have bombarded Palestinian refugee camps in central Gaza in apparent preparation to expand their ground offensive into a third section of the besieged territory.