December 27, 2024
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US
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
A significant rift emerged within Trump's coalition as Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy defended H-1B visas against MAGA opposition, exposing tensions between tech industry needs and immigration hardliners. The debate intensified throughout the day, with multiple outlets tracking the growing divide.

Evidence mounted that Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 8243 was downed by Russian missiles, contradicting Moscow's bird strike narrative. Survivor testimonies and technical analysis pointed to "external interference," adding to regional tensions following Finland's seizure of a Russian tanker suspected of cutting Baltic cables.

New federal data revealed U.S. homelessness reached 770,000 in 2024, an 18% increase attributed to rising prices and expired Covid aid. The numbers emerged as Trump's border czar detailed plans for mass deportations and family detention centers, with Mexico preparing new shelters and Guatemala signaling readiness to accept deportees.

By evening, Trump requested Supreme Court intervention to pause TikTok's potential ban, positioning himself as a potential negotiator after taking office.
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Israel
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
A Houthi missile launch before dawn marked the first operational success of the American THAAD defense system in Israel, following yesterday's strikes on Yemen. The morning brought tragedy as Ludmila Lipovsky, an 83-year-old Holocaust survivor, was murdered on Holocaust Martyrs Street in Herzliya. The attacker was revealed to be a former security services informant who had been rehabilitated in Israel.

By afternoon, defense sources acknowledged the Houthis' technological capabilities exceed previous assessments. The US-led coalition launched new strikes on Sanaa, as Israel officially designated the Yemen front as a "campaign." Defense Minister Katz received initial October 7 investigations, following his ultimatum.

Evening polls showed widespread public dissatisfaction with government performance, while the White House expressed pessimism regarding hostage negotiations, citing Hamas as the main obstacle.
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Germany
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
President Steinmeier's dissolution of the Bundestag for February 23 elections dominated morning coverage, marking the first such dissolution since 2005. The Kazakhstan plane crash investigation pointed to "external influence," with mounting evidence of Russian air defense involvement despite Moscow's denials.

By afternoon, attention shifted to internal security concerns following revelations about the Magdeburg Christmas market attacker's IS connections, despite his Christian claims. Business associations issued warnings about 2025's economic outlook, while reports emerged of record-high kindergeld payments flowing abroad.

Evening coverage focused on China's preparation for trade conflicts and display of new stealth fighter capabilities. The Russian propaganda machine produced holiday-themed anti-NATO content, while Putin rejected Trump's peace proposal suggestions. A previously unreported vulnerability to Russian missile systems emerged in classified documents.
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France
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
Azerbaijan Airlines revealed "external physical and technical interference" caused their plane crash in Kazakhstan, contradicting Moscow's initial bird collision narrative. By afternoon, evidence emerged of Ukrainian drone activity near Grozny during the incident, while Azerbaijan suspended flights to seven Russian cities.

Justice Minister Darmanin proposed extending sexual violence custody periods to 72 hours and announced "clean sweep" operations in prisons. The proposals received mixed reactions from legal professionals.

In Mayotte, post-cyclone Chido assessment revealed systematic looting of schools and emergency facilities. Evening reports confirmed widespread agricultural devastation.

Syria coverage shifted from Assad's departure to mounting evidence of revenge violence against Alawites, while Yemen's Houthis claimed a missile strike on Tel Aviv airport. North Korean casualties in Ukraine received confirmation, with Washington describing their deployment as "cannon fodder."
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Lebanon
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
Yemen's hypersonic missile strike on Ben Gurion Airport forced temporary closure and caused 18 injuries, marking significant escalation beyond the Red Sea shipping confrontation. Israel responded with strikes on Sanaa airport.

Meanwhile, Lebanese State Security arrested the main weapons smuggling facilitator between Syria and Lebanon, while Assad family members were detained at Beirut airport attempting to flee with forged passports. Israel's air force commander claimed strikes on eight border crossings, specifically mentioning the Janta crossing.

Central Bank issued new circulars requiring banks to advance two monthly payments to beneficiaries by January 2025. Reports emerged of US promises to pressure Israel for withdrawal from Lebanese territory within the 60-day window, though Israeli sources dismissed this timeframe as "not sacred."

Snow blocked mountain roads by evening as winter conditions intensified across Lebanon.
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Ukraine
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
Following Christmas missile attacks, morning reports focused on Russian strikes on industrial infrastructure in Zaporizhzhia. Putin's rejection of Trump team's peace plan dominated early coverage. Commander Syrsky announced extension of military training to two months, marking a significant shift in mobilization policy.

German political developments intersected with Ukraine coverage as Bundestag dissolved for February elections. Reports emerged of Poland undermining EU sanctions through continued Russian trade. Azerbaijan Airlines suspended Russian routes following their aircraft incident, while comparison to MH17 gained traction.

Evening brought concerns over depleting ATACMS stocks and Ukrainian positions in Kursk region, with Bloomberg suggesting spring withdrawals. Slovak pressure over Russian gas transit emerged as new leverage point. Military reported 158 combat clashes, concentrated in Pokrovsk and Kurakhove sectors.
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Palestine
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
The morning began with reports of 50 casualties near Kamal Adwan Hospital, which was then surrounded and later set ablaze. Communication with medical staff was lost by mid-morning, with reports of forced evacuations and stripped dignity emerging by afternoon.

Yemen's military demonstrated new capabilities, with their "Palestine 2" missile reaching Ben Gurion Airport at Mach 16, causing 18 Israeli injuries. This marks an evolution from previous days' strikes, suggesting improved targeting abilities.

By evening, health officials reported the hospital's complete destruction, while the World Food Programme warned of widespread hunger throughout Gaza. The day's reporting showed increasing attention to the cold weather's impact, with multiple sources reporting deaths from exposure in displacement camps.

U.S. sources suggested potential agreement within three weeks, though Axios noted diminishing chances before any potential Trump presidency.
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UK
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
The Azerbaijan Airlines crash investigation evolved from early morning speculation to evening confirmation of Russian involvement. US intelligence sources pointed to Russian air defense systems, while Azerbaijan Airlines cited "external interference" over Grozny before the emergency landing in Kazakhstan. Moscow maintained silence throughout the day.

South Korea's political crisis deepened with the impeachment of acting president Han Duck-soo, two weeks after President Yoon's impeachment. Labour leader Keir Starmer's brother Nick died on Boxing Day, leading to widespread political tributes.

The Badenoch-Farage dispute over Reform Party membership numbers escalated into legal threats, while reports emerged of falling European support for Ukraine aid amid Trump's demands for increased defense spending. Evening coverage revealed Israeli forces entering another Gaza hospital, while UK cultural institutions faced closure warnings amid funding shortages.
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Iran
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
Morning coverage centered on Yemen's missile strike on Tel Aviv, forcing Ben Gurion airport's closure. The Houthi attack followed Israel's strikes from the previous day, with Netanyahu's declaration of continued operations against Yemen receiving extensive coverage.

By midday, attention shifted to Araghchi's Beijing visit, marking a "new chapter" in Iran-China relations amid Syria's ongoing realignment. Reports emerged of over 30,000 women confronted for hijab violations in 2024, while Italian journalist Cecilia Sala's detention in Tehran surfaced.

Evening coverage focused on the administration's claims of overcoming energy shortages, despite widespread drought affecting 30 provinces. Azerbaijan's assertion of "foreign interference" in its recent plane crash gained traction, while Israel conducted new strikes on weapon smuggling routes between Syria and Lebanon.
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Russia
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
The morning began with Norwegian vessel's refusal to rescue Russian Ursa Major crew, sparking diplomatic tensions until Spanish ship's successful rescue. Thirteen Ukrainian drones were intercepted over five Russian regions, leading to temporary airport closures in Sochi, Kazan, and Grozny.

By afternoon, Azerbaijan Airlines suspended flights to multiple Russian cities following their Embraer crash investigation. AZAL and Azerbaijan's Transport Ministry officially declared "external technical impact" as the crash cause, contradicting earlier Russian claims about birds. U.S. intelligence sources later indicated Russian air defense involvement.

Evening brought Slovakia's threat to cut electricity supplies to Ukraine over gas transit disputes, while Russia announced January UN Security Council meeting on alleged Ukrainian war crimes. Russian crew from Ursa Major finally departed Spain, as NATO planned increased Baltic Sea presence following recent cable incidents.
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Italy
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
The morning revealed Putin's new peace overture through Slovak negotiations, while the bodies of two alpinists missing since Sunday were found on Gran Sasso. By midday, news broke that Italian journalist Cecilia Sala had been detained in Tehran's Evin prison since December 19, held in isolation without formal charges.

The afternoon saw diplomatic machinery activate around Sala's detention, with Foreign Minister Tajani confirming her wellbeing while calling for discretion. Meanwhile, Israeli forces conducted a raid near a Gaza hospital, resulting in 50 casualties including medical staff.

Evening coverage focused on Kazakhstan plane crash investigations, with Azerbaijan claiming weapons involvement while Moscow blamed Ukrainian drones. The day closed with reports of electricity price increases for vulnerable Italian customers, set to rise 18.2% in the first quarter of 2025.
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Japan
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
The cabinet approved a record 115.54 trillion yen budget for FY2025, with social security reaching 38.2 trillion yen. The LDP announced an 8 billion yen donation to the Central Community Chest, addressing recent political funding irregularities.

Osamu Suzuki, who transformed a local manufacturer into a global automotive force over five decades, died at 94. His passing dominated morning coverage across all major outlets.

By afternoon, attention shifted to the Defense Ministry's investigation of Kawasaki Heavy Industries, revealing 1.7 billion yen in fraudulent claims over six years, with funds diverted to gaming equipment and unauthorized entertainment. The practice reportedly dates back 40 years.

The Azerbaijan plane crash investigation suggested Russian military involvement, while South Korea's parliament impeached Prime Minister Han, deepening the constitutional crisis.
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Netherlands
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
Dutch police leadership announced heightened security measures for New Year's Eve, expecting targeted violence against emergency services. This dominated morning coverage, with reports of increased firework rejections by customs adding to concerns.

Midday brought news of NATO expanding Baltic Sea presence following suspected sabotage, while coverage shifted to an Israeli military operation at Kamal Adwan hospital in northern Gaza, where dozens died. The capture of a Syrian torture general from Sednaya prison emerged as significant international development.

Evening reports focused on the Azerbaijani plane crash investigation, with passengers reporting explosions before impact, supporting earlier suggestions of Russian involvement. BBB party's struggles with agricultural promises received sustained coverage, while Surinamese authorities began investigating circumstances around Bouterse's death, following previous day's developments.
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India
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
The morning papers expanded coverage of Manmohan Singh's passing with personal anecdotes from his tenure, including his preference for Maruti 800 over BMW and his 28-year rental residence in Guwahati. International tributes poured in, with Malaysian PM sharing how Singh offered to pay his children's tuition during imprisonment.

By afternoon, the focus shifted to funeral arrangements, as Congress leadership requested space for a memorial at the cremation site. The government's initial decision to conduct last rites at Nigambodh Ghat sparked opposition from Congress and Akali Dal, who viewed it as diminishing Singh's stature. Home Ministry later indicated willingness to allocate memorial space.

Meanwhile, Azerbaijan Airlines claimed "external interference" in their Kazakhstan crash, halting flights to Russian cities. Delhi experienced its coldest day of the season, while tremors were reported from Baramulla in Kashmir.
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Poland
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
The morning began with revelations about the Kazakhstan plane crash, as Azerbaijan, Israel, and Kazakhstan suspended flights to Russia following evidence of Moscow's involvement in the incident. NATO responded to Baltic Sea cable damage, signaling increased maritime presence.

By midday, attention shifted to the controversial police raid on a Dominican monastery in Lublin, where prosecutors claimed to be searching for Romanowski. The monastery's prior and church officials disputed the necessity and legality of the operation, comparing it to pre-1863 uprising tactics.

President Duda signed the Christmas Eve Work Bill while simultaneously referring it to the Constitutional Tribunal, continuing the pattern of partial executive approvals. Evening coverage focused on Ziobro's public support for Romanowski's Hungarian asylum, while polls showed widespread public disapproval of the asylum situation.
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Spain
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
The unprecedented indictment of Attorney General García Ortiz marked the morning headlines, extending the judicial crisis that began with CGPJ's five-year deadlock. The investigation centers on alleged message deletions and phone replacements related to the expanding Koldo case.

Opposition leader Feijóo dominated midday coverage with sharp criticism of 2024's governance, predicting 2025 would unfold "between courts, Waterloo and Franco." His stance softened regarding potential deals with Junts, provided they avoid "blackmail."

The twentieth anniversary of Spain's Gender Violence Law generated extensive coverage, with reports highlighting decreased femicides but systemic protection failures. Evening brought news of Putin's openness to Ukraine negotiations in Slovakia, while the Generalitat requested additional judges outside Barcelona to address court congestion.
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Turkey
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
The Justice Ministry's approval of DEM Party's visit to İmralı Prison dominated coverage, with Sırrı Süreyya Önder and Pervin Buldan scheduled to meet Öcalan. This development follows weeks of Kurdish-related diplomatic activity and Syrian negotiations.

Meanwhile, the government announced new social media regulations for children, while RTÜK issued penalties to opposition media. Istanbul authorities prepared extensive security measures for New Year's celebrations, seizing 17 tons of counterfeit alcohol.

By evening, Erdoğan initiated a significant bureaucratic reorganization, establishing a new Presidential General Secretariat and removing several provincial education directors. The changes came alongside reports of Turkey dispatching an eight-person team to investigate Azerbaijan's recent plane crash, maintaining regional diplomatic engagement.
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China
27.12.2024
Friday
241 days ago
State media coordinated extensive coverage of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway project launch, with Xi's congratulatory message reproduced across multiple outlets, positioning it as strategic for regional connectivity.

Military developments dominated morning coverage with the launch of Type 076 amphibious assault ship featuring electromagnetic catapult technology, while reports emerged of 3D-printed battlefield parts and claims about sixth-generation stealth fighter advances. The launch of a new icebreaker signaled expanding Arctic ambitions.

Hong Kong authorities continued institutional pressure by stripping Martin Lee of his Justice of the Peace title, while police monitored an independent book fair. The afternoon saw attention shift to Party discipline as the Political Bureau held its democratic life meeting, connecting to previous days' coverage of military corruption investigations.

Economic coverage noted industrial profits' continued decline, though at a narrowing rate, while development plans emerged for low-altitude airspace.
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