Georgia Demands UK Apology Over Contested BBC Chemical Report
Georgian PM demands UK apology over BBC’s disputed report on alleged chemical agent use, vowing to file Ofcom complaint and pursue legal action.
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Trump Unveils $12B Aid Package for Struggling Farmers
President Trump unveiled a $12 billion aid package on Dec 9 to support farmers hit by this year’s trade war with the Chinese mainland, aiming to help them through the winter.
Fewer International Students Choose US Colleges in 2025
New data in December 2025 reveal a drop in international student enrollment at U.S. colleges, raising economic and cultural concerns as stricter immigration policies and global competition heat up.
Greece Races to Calm Farmers as Tractors Block Infrastructure
Thousands of Greek farmers have blockaded roads and the port of Volos in protest over delayed subsidies and low crop prices. The Mitsotakis government promises extra funds.
Japan PM Takaichi Apologizes Over Excess Donation
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi apologized on December 9 after her Nara LDP chapter accepted a ¥10M corporate donation, returning the ¥2.5M excess amid an ongoing slush fund scandal.
Thailand-Cambodia Clashes Escalate: 10 Dead, Thousands Displaced
Fierce border clashes between Cambodia and Thailand have killed 10 and displaced over 180,000 people across multiple provinces. Rockets, tanks and evacuations mark the third day of conflict.
Russian Forces Push into Myrnohrad as Ukraine Holds Lines
Russia’s top general says forces have seized over 30% of Myrnohrad as Ukraine holds its lines. Meanwhile, Zelenskyy pushes revised peace plan to the U.S. amid fierce fighting.
Can Japan’s ¥21.3T Stimulus Kickstart Growth? 🤔
Japan’s Cabinet greenlights a ¥21.3T stimulus to tame prices and boost growth, but critics warn of rising debt and a weaker yen.
Renewed Border Clashes Intensify Between Thailand and Cambodia
Fresh fighting erupted on December 9 along the disputed Thailand–Cambodia border, marking the fiercest clashes since July’s ceasefire and raising fears for civilian safety.
Israeli Forces Storm UNRWA Office in East Jerusalem, UN Condemns
On December 8, 2025, Israeli forces raided the UNRWA office in East Jerusalem, detaining security guards and raising the Israeli flag. UN Secretary-General Guterres condemned the action.