«Somaliland welcomes and appreciates Israel’s historic and principled decision to recognize its sovereignty and independence,» the self-proclaimed republic said in a statement

The visits are being timed to coincide with the 250th anniversary of American independence and come as negotiations continue between the two countries over a trade deal.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky hopes to bring an end to the war between his country and Russia with the help of President Donald Trump.

The use of drones has soared in recent years with Strangeways recording at least 220 drop-offs in just 12 months, the highest figure across prisons in England and Wales.

The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) identified a number of themes and scenes which it considers triggering for younger viewers, and raised the age rating.

Investigator Alex Baber says the man responsible for all six deaths - and possibly many more - was a former US Navy corpsman called Marvin Skipton Margolis.

The musician «passed away after a short illness at home over Christmas,» the British band said

«At this point, only the information on uranium and uranium ore reserves remains classified,» the head of Ukraine’s National Extractive Industries Association of Ukraine, Ksenia Orinchak, said

«The Chairperson of the Commission reiterates the African Union’s unwavering commitment to the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Somalia,» Chairperson of the African Union Commission Mahmoud Ali Youssouf said

«Under fire, you restore critical infrastructure, deliver humanitarian assistance to civilians, and clear areas of explosive hazards,» the president said

Vladimir Zelensky plans to agree on a framework agreement with the US leader to end the conflict

Le dernier rapport de l'ISPF porte sur la vigueur économique exceptionnelle de la Polynésie au 3ème trimestre 2025. Notre économie a franchi un cap historique grâce à une affluence record de visiteurs. Résultat : l'activité globale s'accélère, portée par des performances dans les secteurs de l'hébergement et des transports.

India has introduced quality standards for incense sticks, prohibiting harmful insecticidal chemicals and synthetic fragrance intermediates. These new norms, aimed at improving safety and sustainability, classify agarbattis and set requirements for raw materials and burning quality. The voluntary standard, IS 19412:2025, seeks to protect public health and the environment from potentially hazardous substances.

Resident doctors in Himachal Pradesh have launched an indefinite strike, demanding the reinstatement of a doctor sacked for assaulting a patient. Despite a promise of a fresh inquiry, doctors deem the termination unjust, citing a lack of consideration for the doctor's perspective. The protest has disrupted routine medical services across the state.

'Hindu's killing a matter of grave concern'

A Class 10 student died by suicide after allegedly being reprimanded by teachers and the principal at a Greater Noida West school for using AI on her mobile phone during pre-Board exams. Her father has filed a police complaint accusing the school of abetment to suicide and mental harassment.

The CBI has approached the Supreme Court seeking a stay on the Delhi high court's order suspending the sentence of expelled BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the Unnao rape case. The High Court had ruled that Sengar, convicted for raping a minor, was wrongly classified as a public servant.

Donald Trump has said he expects to talk with Vladimir Putin ‘soon’ Read Full Article at RT.com

Les deux frères ont été interpellés par les gendarmes le jour de Noël après avoir frappé un mécanicien de Afaahiti avec qui ils auraient eu un différend après une réparation avec leur véhicule.

Teresa Ribera has pushed back against US President Donald Trump’s demands to ease bloc digital and speech regulations Read Full Article at RT.com

A resolution of the Ukraine conflict is “really close” but Kiev and its European backers seek to “torpedo” it, Moscow has said Read Full Article at RT.com

US presidential envoys and confidants Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner see Russia as a great investment opportunity, the WSJ has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

A UK teacher has reportedly been accused of radicalizing his students and forced to resign for showing videos of US President Donald Trump Read Full Article at RT.com

The Supreme Court, guided by a 'sixth sense,' intervened in a rape conviction case. Observing a consensual relationship that soured, the court facilitated a marriage between the convict and victim. Following their union and happy cohabitation, the apex court quashed the 10-year conviction, invoking its powers to deliver complete justice.

India's drug regulator has revoked the registration of QR 678-Neo, an anti-hair loss product. The cosmetic was illegally marketed online for treating medical conditions like post-chemotherapy hair loss and genetic baldness. This action by the CDSCO against M/s Esthetic Centers International Pvt Ltd serves as a stern warning to the booming cosmetic market about making unapproved therapeutic claims.

Generations-old trades now face uncertainty

In a significant political development, the BJP has secured its maiden mayoral victory in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation. V V Rajesh, a seasoned party leader, clinched the top post with crucial support, marking the NDA's first governance of a city corporation in the state.

Prime Minister Modi lauded the Sahibzadas' supreme sacrifice as a testament to India's courage against religious fanaticism. He emphasized that their story, suppressed for decades due to a colonial mindset, is now being brought to the forefront.

Union home minister Amit Shah has called for a nationwide upgrade of anti-terror infrastructure, advocating for an «impenetrable anti-terrorism grid» and a common ATS structure across states. He also announced a «360-degree strike» plan against organised crime, emphasizing data sharing and technological integration to combat evolving threats and ensure future security.

Courts have ruled against Trump’s efforts to take security clearances away from opposing lawyers. The latest loss comes in a case involving lawyer Mark Zaid.

Explicitly sectarian religious messages for Christmas on official government social media accounts drew complaints from advocates for church-state separation.

No artificial deadlines will help here, Sergey Ryabkov said

The trade segment in Russia is constantly evolving on account of robotization and digitalization and the use of artificial intelligence, Denis Manturov said

The precious metal prices gained 8.86% to record-breaking $78.035 per Troy ounce

The target is 97% delivered for the time being, the press service of the customs authority said