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<h2>‘Christmas is cancelled here’</h2>

The crowd of about 500 demonstrators raised slogans including “Long live the intifada,” using the Arabic word for “rebellion” or “uprising,” reported the New York Post. Some protesters were seen throwing fake blood on the Nativity scene – which celebrates the birth of Jesus – chanting “Christmas is cancelled here.”

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The protest began at the News Corporation Building on 6th Avenue in Midtown Manhattan around 2:00 pm (local time), according to the local media reports. The building is home to newsrooms and media organisations including Fox News, The Post and the Wall Street Journal.&nbsp;

The building has been at the centre of several demonstrations since the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/in-pics-pro-palestinian-protesters-disrupt-macys-thanksgiving-day-parade-662128">pro-Palestinian</a> activist group, Within Our Lifetime, earlier this month shared a map which included newsrooms in NYC, businesses and landmark buildings saying that each of these locations is “an office of an enemy of both the Palestinian people and colonized people all over the world.”

From there, the protesters marched to Rockefeller Centre Christmas Tree where people were enjoying the holidays. “While Ur Shopping Bombs are Dropping,” read one of the signs carried by the demonstrators.&nbsp;

<h2>Clashes and arrests</h2>

As the day progressed, several scuffles were reported amid the ongoing protest prompting the NYPD to reportedly request&nbsp;for a Level Three mobilisation to deal with the pro-Palestinian demonstrators.

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The NYPD measure ranges from Level 1 to Level 4, indicating the severity of the situation may involve a request for additional resources, personnel or equipment to effectively handle the situation.

According to the NYPD, one officer sustained minor injuries during the demonstration.&nbsp;

While the number of people arrested was not immediately known, the New York Post citing law enforcement said at least six people have been arrested in connection with the protest on Monday.&nbsp;

According to the media report, the six arrests – four for disorderly conduct, one for menacing and one for graffiti – took place near Grand Central Station and Union Square, as protesters and cops clashed.&nbsp;

<h2>Christmas sombre in Bethlehem</h2>

Amid the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group in Gaza, Palestinian Christians held a sombre Christmas vigil in the West Bank city of Bethlehem on Saturday (Dec 23) where they once believed Jesus was born.

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This comes as Palestinians in the biblical place of Jesus Christ’s birth have this year decided to forego Christmas celebrations in solidarity with the Gazans as the war rages on.&nbsp;

The normally bustling Bethlehem on Christmas Eve was compared to a ghost town as festive lights and Christmas tree decorated the city’s Manger Square were missing and so were the thousands of tourists who gather each year to mark the holiday.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters took to the streets in New York City on Monday (Dec 25) chanting “Christmas is cancelled here.” Some protesters clashed with the police officers and injured one, said the New York Police Department (NYPD), adding that several arrests were made following the incident.

Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters took to the streets in New York City on Monday (Dec 25) chanting “Christmas is cancelled here.” Some protesters clashed with the police officers and injured one, said the New York Police Department (NYPD), adding that several arrests were made following the incident. ‘Christmas is cancelled here’ The crowd of about 500 demonstrators raised slogans including “Long live the intifada,” using the Arabic word for “rebellion” or “uprising,” reported the New York Post. Some protesters were seen throwing fake blood on the Nativity scene – which celebrates the birth of Jesus – chanting “Christmas is cancelled here.” ALSO READ | Egypt comes out with peace plan to end war, as Israel's Netanyahu hell-bent on destroying Hamas The protest began at the News Corporation Building on 6th Avenue in Midtown Manhattan around 2:00 pm (local time), according to the local media reports. The building is home to newsrooms and media organisations including Fox News, The Post and the Wall Street Journal. The building has been at the centre of several demonstrations since the pro-Palestinian activist group, Within Our Lifetime, earlier this month shared a map which included newsrooms in NYC, businesses and landmark buildings saying that each of these locations is “an office of an enemy of both the Palestinian people and colonized people all over the world.” From there, the protesters marched to Rockefeller Centre Christmas Tree where people were enjoying the holidays. “While Ur Shopping Bombs are Dropping,” read one of the signs carried by the demonstrators. Clashes and arrests As the day progressed, several scuffles were reported amid the ongoing protest prompting the NYPD to reportedly request for a Level Three mobilisation to deal with the pro-Palestinian demonstrators. Content warning: The visuals may be disturbing to some users. It may contain some profanity as well. Viewer discretion is advised. WION is not responsible for the content of the video. 🚨#BREAKING: NYPD Calls for Level Three Mobilization Amidst Numerous Fights Between Pro-Palestine Protesters and Police at a Large Protest⁰ 📌#Manhattan l #NewYork Currently, the New York Police Department has requested a Level Three mobilization for a large protest that is… pic.twitter.com/j2ZAUvERF3 — R A W S A L E R T S (@rawsalerts) December 25, 2023 × The NYPD measure ranges from Level 1 to Level 4, indicating the severity of the situation may involve a request for additional resources, personnel or equipment to effectively handle the situation. According to the NYPD, one officer sustained minor injuries during the demonstration. While the number of people arrested was not immediately known, the New York Post citing law enforcement said at least six people have been arrested in connection with the protest on Monday. According to the media report, the six arrests – four for disorderly conduct, one for menacing and one for graffiti – took place near Grand Central Station and Union Square, as protesters and cops clashed. Christmas sombre in Bethlehem Amid the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group in Gaza, Palestinian Christians held a sombre Christmas vigil in the West Bank city of Bethlehem on Saturday (Dec 23) where they once believed Jesus was born. ALSO READ | ‘We feel sad’: Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus Christ, marks sombre Christmas Eve amid Gaza war This comes as Palestinians in the biblical place of Jesus Christ’s birth have this year decided to forego Christmas celebrations in solidarity with the Gazans as the war rages on. The normally bustling Bethlehem on Christmas Eve was compared to a ghost town as festive lights and Christmas tree decorated the city’s Manger Square were missing and so were the thousands of tourists who gather each year to mark the holiday. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Christmas is cancelled here’: Pro-Palestinian protesters clash with police in NYC, several arrested

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A draft law published on Ukraine's parliament website suggests that the war-torn nation is considering a proposal to lower the age for combat duty mobilisation from 27 to 25.&nbsp;This development comes as the battle between Ukraine and Russia stretches to 22 months.&nbsp;

<h2>Ukraine's new conscription law</h2>

As per Reuters, the draft legislation outlines the criteria for the military registration of conscripts. It specifies that if passed the new law would apply to Ukrainian citizens "who have reached the age of 25".&nbsp;

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In an explanatory note signed by Defence Minister Rustem Umerov, the summary of key provisions emphasises the "change of conscription age from 27 to 25 years."

<h2>Zelensky yet to endorse</h2>

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, earlier this month, during his end-of-year news conference on December 19, disclosed that the military has proposed mobilising an additional 450,000-500,000 Ukrainians.&nbsp;

Acknowledging the "highly sensitive" nature of the issue, he said that between the military and the government would precede any decision to submit the proposal to parliament.

Zelensky is yet to publicly endorse the proposal. Expressing his desire to hear more arguments in favour of mobilising additional personnel, he said, "This is a very serious number".

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While the exact troop numbers in Ukraine remain undisclosed, it has been previously mentioned that the country has approximately a million people under arms.&nbsp;

US&nbsp;officials estimate significant casualties since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, though specific figures are not published by either country.

As per David Arakhamia, the head of Zelensky's party in parliament, the bill was due to be introduced on Monday (Dec 25). He said that the government is working on the bill at the military's request. Taking to Telegram, he highlighted the necessity of providing solutions to the military's challenges and said: "The military needs a solution to its problems".&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

A draft law published on Ukraine's parliament website suggests that the war-torn nation is considering a proposal to lower the age for combat duty mobilisation from 27 to 25.

A draft law published on Ukraine's parliament website suggests that the war-torn nation is considering a proposal to lower the age for combat duty mobilisation from 27 to 25. This development comes as the battle between Ukraine and Russia stretches to 22 months. Ukraine's new conscription law As per Reuters, the draft legislation outlines the criteria for the military registration of conscripts. It specifies that if passed the new law would apply to Ukrainian citizens "who have reached the age of 25". Also read | Ukraine says it conducted air strike on Crimea, destroying Russian warship In an explanatory note signed by Defence Minister Rustem Umerov, the summary of key provisions emphasises the "change of conscription age from 27 to 25 years." Zelensky yet to endorse Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, earlier this month, during his end-of-year news conference on December 19, disclosed that the military has proposed mobilising an additional 450,000-500,000 Ukrainians. Acknowledging the "highly sensitive" nature of the issue, he said that between the military and the government would precede any decision to submit the proposal to parliament. Zelensky is yet to publicly endorse the proposal. Expressing his desire to hear more arguments in favour of mobilising additional personnel, he said, "This is a very serious number". Also read | Putin clears Rosbank's acquisition of Societe Generale's Russian holdings While the exact troop numbers in Ukraine remain undisclosed, it has been previously mentioned that the country has approximately a million people under arms. US officials estimate significant casualties since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, though specific figures are not published by either country. As per David Arakhamia, the head of Zelensky's party in parliament, the bill was due to be introduced on Monday (Dec 25). He said that the government is working on the bill at the military's request. Taking to Telegram, he highlighted the necessity of providing solutions to the military's challenges and said: "The military needs a solution to its problems". (With inputs from agencies)

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The United States has voiced its alarm over the detention and subsequent transfer of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny to an Arctic prison.&nbsp;Urging Russia to end "escalating repression" of dissidents, the US State Department said it welcomed reports that after two weeks Navalny has finally been located.

<h2>'Unjust Detention'</h2>

However, a State Department spokesperson said that they "remain deeply concerned for Mr&nbsp;Navalny's wellbeing and the conditions of his unjust detention."

Decrying the "malicious targeting" of the 47-year-old dissident, the spokesperson said that Washington joins Navalny's family and supporters "in calling for his immediate release, without conditions."&nbsp;

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"We call on the Russian government to end its escalating repression of independent voices in Russia," added the spokesperson.

Navalny, as per Ivan Zhdanov, custodian of Navalny's Anti-Corruption Foundation, has been transferred from a facility east of Moscow to a desolate penal colony situated above the Arctic Circle.

During his time behind bars, Navalny has got visibly gaunt due to major weight loss. Zhdanov, as per news agency AFP, also painted a grim picture of the harsh conditions in the remote facility, and the limited contact with the outside world.

The State Department&nbsp;in its statement didn't mince words.&nbsp;

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"We have conveyed to the Russian government that they are responsible for what happens to Mr. Navalny in their custody, and the international community is watching closely," it said.

It also called out Moscow for holding "more than 600 other political prisoners."

<h2>Who is Navalny?</h2>

Alexei Navalny is a vociferous critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The opposition leader has been incarcerated since 2021 on an array of charges, notably "extremism."&nbsp;

The 47-year-old dissident is a formidable adversary to Putin, due to which he grappled with legal hurdles, including an archaic fraud charge that thwarted his participation in the 2018 elections.&nbsp;For the 'extremism' charge, in 2021, he was handed down a staggering 19-year prison sentence. Before that, he barely survived a poisoning attempt that he vehemently blames Vladimir Putin.

(With inputs from agencies)

The United States has voiced its alarm over the detention and subsequent transfer of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny to an Arctic prison. Urging Russia to end "escalating repression" of dissidents, the US State Department said it welcomed reports that after two weeks Navalny has finally been located.

The United States has voiced its alarm over the detention and subsequent transfer of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny to an Arctic prison. Urging Russia to end "escalating repression" of dissidents, the US State Department said it welcomed reports that after two weeks Navalny has finally been located. 'Unjust Detention' However, a State Department spokesperson said that they "remain deeply concerned for Mr Navalny's wellbeing and the conditions of his unjust detention." Decrying the "malicious targeting" of the 47-year-old dissident, the spokesperson said that Washington joins Navalny's family and supporters "in calling for his immediate release, without conditions." Also read | Jailed Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny moved to Arctic penal colony "We call on the Russian government to end its escalating repression of independent voices in Russia," added the spokesperson. Navalny, as per Ivan Zhdanov, custodian of Navalny's Anti-Corruption Foundation, has been transferred from a facility east of Moscow to a desolate penal colony situated above the Arctic Circle. During his time behind bars, Navalny has got visibly gaunt due to major weight loss. Zhdanov, as per news agency AFP, also painted a grim picture of the harsh conditions in the remote facility, and the limited contact with the outside world. The State Department in its statement didn't mince words. Also read | Ukraine considers lowering military mobilisation age to 25, almost two years into war with Russia "We have conveyed to the Russian government that they are responsible for what happens to Mr. Navalny in their custody, and the international community is watching closely," it said. It also called out Moscow for holding "more than 600 other political prisoners." Who is Navalny? Alexei Navalny is a vociferous critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The opposition leader has been incarcerated since 2021 on an array of charges, notably "extremism." The 47-year-old dissident is a formidable adversary to Putin, due to which he grappled with legal hurdles, including an archaic fraud charge that thwarted his participation in the 2018 elections. For the 'extremism' charge, in 2021, he was handed down a staggering 19-year prison sentence. Before that, he barely survived a poisoning attempt that he vehemently blames Vladimir Putin. (With inputs from agencies)

US calls out Russia over its 'malicious targeting' of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny

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