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RUSSIA LAUNCHES MASSIVE STRIKE ON UKRAINE'S ENERGY GRID AMID FREEZING TEMPERATURES AND WESTERN WEAPONS TENSIONS

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In a calculated and devastating strike, Russia launched a widespread missile and drone attack on Ukraine's power grid, leaving over 700,000 homes and businesses without electricity during the onset of freezing winter temperatures. The coordinated assault, which unfolded late Wednesday night, represents a critical escalation in the ongoing conflict, targeting civilian infrastructure and exposing Ukraine's vulnerability.

ICC ISSUES ARREST WARRANTS FOR NETANYAHU, GALLANT, HAMAS COMMANDER

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The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israel’s prime minister and former defense minister, as well as Hamas's military commander for alleged war crimes.

CARGO PLANE CRASH NEAR VILNIUS AIRPORT CLAIMS ONE LIFE, INJURES THREE

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In the early hours of Monday, tragedy struck near Vilnius Airport, Lithuania, as a cargo plane crashed during its final approach for landing. The crash, involving a plane operated by Swiftair for DHL, resulted in one fatality and left three individuals injured. A search is currently underway for a fourth missing person.

RUSSIA THREATENS U.S. POLAND BASE WITH ADVANCED WEAPONRY AMID ESCALATING TENSIONS

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The geopolitical landscape has dramatically intensified as Russia threatens a new US missile defense base in Poland while simultaneously launching potentially provocative military actions in Ukraine. On November 13, 2024, NATO unveiled its "Aegis Ashore" missile defense base in Redzikowo, Poland, triggering an immediate and sharp response from Moscow.

GERMANY'S GDP DOWNGRADES AS IN STRUGGLING ECONOMY

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German third-quarter growth was downgraded Friday with official data showing it expanded even more weakly than previously thought, in a new blow for Europe's top economy as it battles multiple headwinds.

THOUSANDS STRIKE IN GREECE AGAINST COST OF LIVING

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Thousands of people demonstrated in Athens and other cities Wednesday as a 24-hour general strike against the rising cost of living shut down public services and part of the transport network.

NATO THREATENS IT WON'T BE DETERRED BY PUTIN'S NUCLEAR THREATS OR RUSSIA'S NEW BALLISTIC MISSILE ESCALATION

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Russia's new missile strike drew a firm response from NATO, in a significant escalation of the Ukraine conflict, Russia deployed an experimental intermediate-range ballistic missile against Ukraine on Thursday, prompting strong reactions from NATO and Western allies.

IMF, UKRAINE AGREE ON $1.1 BN LOAN

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The International Monetary Fund said on Tuesday that it has reached agreement with Ukraine on a loan program review that paves the way for an additional $1.1 billion in much-needed funds.