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Zaporizhzhia has endured devastating Russian missile strikes, causing significant damage and casualties. The attack marks another escalation in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, deepening the region's suffering.

Taliban Refugees Minister Khalil Haqqani has been killed in Kabul. The incident marks a significant development amid ongoing tensions and violence in the Afghan capital.

A US judge blocked the pending $25-billion merger of US grocery chains Kroger and Albertsons, opens new tab on Tuesday, in a win for the Federal Trade Commission that Kroger has said would likely scuttle the deal.

Women in Iran risk the death penalty or up to 15 years in prison under new morality laws, which will come into effect this week. Watch for more details!

The United States of America has successfully conducted a missile test, in which an intermediate-range ballistic missile was intercepted off the coast of Guam Island. The test is part of a broader initiative to develop the air and missile defense system on the island. Watch in for more details!

India successfully evacuated 75 of its citizens from Syria, including 44 pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir. The pilgrims had travelled to the Sayyidah Zaynab shrine near the capital Damascus. The shrine holds immense religious significance for the Shiite Muslim community across the world.

The Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) stands equal at 1-1 and the series now moves to Brisbane where India breached the Fortress Gabba last time they played Australia.

Taipei says China is deploying its largest navy fleet in the region, including around Taiwan, in nearly three decades, with a threat level more severe than previous Chinese war games around the island, United States is cautiously watching the unfolding situation. Watch in for more details!

Three suspected Islamist extremists have been arrested in Germany on suspicion of preparing a "serious act of violence", with an assault rifle and knives also seized, authorities said Tuesday.

French President Emmanuel Macron is looking to name a new prime minister in the next 48 hours, he said at a gathering with leaders from across the political spectrum on Tuesday.

The 2024 United States presidential elections dominated the country and also the search results of Merriam-Webster which finally culminated in "polarisation" becoming the word of the year.

Around the world, preparations are in full swing for Christmas. Here's how countries are getting ready for the holiday season. It's that time of the year, of course, when the Santa Claus village, perched on the edge of the Arctic Circle, is all dolled up to welcome tourists from around the globe, and children's beloved Santa Claus and elves are making their final preparations for Christmas Eve. Watch in for more details!

Sudan's military has been accused of launching an airstrike on a marketplace in Darfur, reportedly killing over 100 people. The attack occurred in Kabkabiya town during its weekly market day, with the Emergency Lawyers rights group condemning it as a "horrific massacre." Watch to know!

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, during his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, reaffirmed India's support for Russia and highlighted the immense potential of the India-Russia partnership.

Syria is under siege again, but this time from all sides in the aftermath of President Bashar al-Assad's abrupt ouster and rebels taking charge -- Global powers are rushing to protect their interests. Watch in for more details!

There has been a spirited exchange between President-elect Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, hinting at potential tensions in the US-Canada relationship. Trump, in his characteristic style, referred to Trudeau as the "governor of the great state of Canada" in a social media post earlier yesterday. This comment follows a recent dinner between the two leaders at Mar-a-Lago in Florida, where Trump reportedly joked about Canada becoming the 51st state of the United States. Watch in for more details!

In Romania, far-right politician George Simeon has strongly condemned the cancellation of the presidential election, calling it a direct attack on democracy. Standing outside a closed polling station, Simeon accused President Klaus Iohannis of mocking the Constitution and urged him to respect the law. Watch in for more details!

Iran has introduced a controversial law that strengthens compulsory hijab regulations, imposing severe penalties for non-compliance including the death penalty. The law, Protection of the Family through the Promotion of the Culture of Chastity and Hijab law, was approved on December 1, 2024, will be enforced starting Friday (Dec 13).

Syrian rebel forces have entered Damascus amid reports that President Bashar al-Assad has fled the country by plane for Russia after 13 years of civil war. Assad has received asylum in Russia. Watch for more details!