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Trump advisers acknowledge that a peace agreement for Ukraine is still several months off

Advisers to President-elect Donald Trump have acknowledged that the conflict in Ukraine is likely to take several months, if not longer, to resolve. This realization serves as a significant adjustment to his primary foreign policy commitment of achieving a peace agreement on his first day in office. Two associates of Trump, who have engaged in discussions regarding the Ukraine situation, informed Reuters that they anticipate … Continue reading Trump advisers acknowledge that a peace agreement for Ukraine is still several months off

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Russia's UN representative Vassily Nebenzia
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Russia has called Israel’s actions in Syria “unlawful,” a threat to its future, and a violation of international norms

Israel’s actions in Syria, described as “unlawful” by Russian Ambassador to the UN Vassily Nebenzia, threaten the nation’s future, violate international standards, and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis in the region, he stated during a UN Security Council meeting on Wednesday. Following the collapse of Bashar Assad’s government in late 2024, Israel initiated a significant bombing campaign targeting Syrian sites. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) also … Continue reading Russia has called Israel’s actions in Syria “unlawful,” a threat to its future, and a violation of international norms

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U.S. alleges that Russia is financially supporting both factions in the Sudan conflict

The United States accused Russia at the United Nations on Monday of providing financial support to both factions involved in the conflict in Sudan. This marks a notable escalation from Washington’s earlier claims that Moscow was manipulating both sides to further its political aims. The conflict began in April 2023, stemming from a power struggle between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support … Continue reading U.S. alleges that Russia is financially supporting both factions in the Sudan conflict

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Russia says Germany and Japan will not attain permanent membership on the UN Security Council

Russia’s representative to the UN, Vassily Nebenzia, has asserted that Germany and Japan will not attain permanent membership on the UN Security Council. As discussions on Security Council reform are set to commence in January, Nebenzia expressed in a recent interview with Russia 24 TV that some proposed initiatives are “quite naive and impractical.” He stated, “There are nations seeking a seat on the Security … Continue reading Russia says Germany and Japan will not attain permanent membership on the UN Security Council

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Moscow says New Syrian authorities interested in Russia’s continued presence

The newly established authorities in Syria have expressed interest in maintaining Russia‘s presence in the country, according to Vassily Nebenzia, Russia’s envoy to the UN. He acknowledged, however, that there have not been any definitive actions taken to solidify this interest. Nebenzia made these comments during an interview with Russia 1 on Friday. He emphasized the longstanding “friendship” between Russia and Syria, which he noted … Continue reading Moscow says New Syrian authorities interested in Russia’s continued presence

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Israeli soldiers operate in a location given as Southern Syria, in this screengrab from a video obtained by Reuters on December 9, 2024.
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Israeli forces are reportedly near Damascus following airstrikes on Syrian military sites, according to Syrian sources

An Israeli military operation has advanced approximately 25 kilometers (16 miles) southwest of Damascus, according to Syrian security sources on Tuesday. This follows Israel‘s establishment of a buffer zone in southern Syria and subsequent airstrikes targeting Syrian military installations and airbases overnight. This military action by Israel comes just two days after a swift coup that ousted President Bashar al-Assad, creating unease among Syrians, neighboring … Continue reading Israeli forces are reportedly near Damascus following airstrikes on Syrian military sites, according to Syrian sources

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Rebel fighters pose as they hold a Syrian opposition flag inside the Umayyad Mosque, after rebels seized the capital and ousted Syria's Bashar al-Assad, in Damascus, Syria.
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Syria’s rebel coalition working to establish a government and restore stability after Assad’s removal

The rapid ousting of President Bashar al-Assad has left Syrians, neighboring countries, and global powers anxious about the future, as the rebel coalition initiates a transition to governance. On Monday, the United Nations Security Council convened privately, with diplomats expressing astonishment at the swift nature of Assad’s removal, which occurred over a span of 12 days following a prolonged 13-year civil war that had reached … Continue reading Syria’s rebel coalition working to establish a government and restore stability after Assad’s removal

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U.S. claims Russia has escalated the Ukraine conflict by deploying North Korean personnel

The United States asserted on Monday that Russia is intensifying the conflict in Ukraine by deploying troops from North Korea. This statement followed a warning from the Kremlin that Washington’s involvement in the war would increase if Kyiv’s forces were permitted to launch strikes deep into Russian territory using U.S.-made weaponry. During a briefing, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller refrained from confirming whether the outgoing … Continue reading U.S. claims Russia has escalated the Ukraine conflict by deploying North Korean personnel

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The United Nations Security Council meets on the escalation in fighting in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah during the United Nations General Assembly at U.N. headquarters in New York.
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Russia has questioned the UN on why North Korea shouldn’t aid them if the West is backing Ukraine

Russia’s representative to the United Nations raised concerns on Wednesday regarding the lack of support from its allies, such as North Korea, in its conflict with Ukraine, especially in light of Western nations asserting their right to assist Kyiv. During a Security Council meeting, Vassily Nebenzia encountered strong opposition from representatives of the United States, Britain, South Korea, Ukraine, and others, who accused Russia of … Continue reading Russia has questioned the UN on why North Korea shouldn’t aid them if the West is backing Ukraine

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The United Nations Security Council meets on the escalation in fighting in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah during the United Nations General Assembly at U.N. headquarters in New York.
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US warned Iran at Security Council that there would be “severe consequences” for any further attack on Israel

The United States issued a warning to Iran during a United Nations Security Council meeting on Monday, stating that there would be “severe consequences” for any further aggressive actions against Israel or U.S. personnel in the Middle East. “We will not hesitate to act in self-defense. Let there be no misunderstanding. The United States seeks to avoid further escalation. We believe this should mark the … Continue reading US warned Iran at Security Council that there would be “severe consequences” for any further attack on Israel

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