World
EU considers spending its own money to repair Russia's oil pipeline, opening up aid to Ukraine
|
The EU is considering financial support for Ukraine to repair the Druzhba pipeline, in order to persuade Hungary to lift the blockade of important aid to Kiev.
Iran war pushes oil prices soaring, threatening the Asian economy
|
The Iran war is shaking the global oil market, pushing Asian powers into a scenario of facing a serious energy shock.
Venezuela to sell up to 1,000kg of gold to the US market
|
Trafigura and Venezuelan mining company signed an agreement to sell up to 1,000kg of gold to the US market.
Ukrainian drone may have sunk a Russian gas tanker in the Mediterranean
|
Russia's Arctic Metagaz liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker just exploded and sank in the Mediterranean after an attack believed to be carried out by drones from Ukraine.
Mr. Trump hints at early agreement with Cuba after finishing work in Iran
|
President Donald Trump said the US may soon reach an agreement with Cuba, but wants to wait a few weeks after "finishing the job" in Iran.
BRICS gold accounts for half of the world, USD is affected
|
The fact that BRICS countries and strategic partners control about 50% of global gold is attracting the attention of the financial community.
Russia at risk of financial and banking crisis
|
Russia's financial system is said to be under greater pressure as the Ukraine conflict is approaching its 4th anniversary.
Ukraine's counter-offensive failed in the Zaporizhzhia region
|
On December 29, the Russian Army repelled the counter-attack efforts of Ukrainian forces in the Zaporizhzhia region.
Russia wants Ukraine to withdraw from Donbass, expects phone call with Mr. Trump
|
Russia sends a new diplomatic signal, emphasizing the conditions for peace and warning of the possibility of Ukraine continuing to lose territory.
World 24h: MH370 search is about to resume, all information released by Malaysia
|
World news December 29: MH370 search restarts, all new information will be announced by Malaysia; Nord Stream is being converted for purposes but is deserted...
Nuclear power plant in Ukraine may soon restart
|
The prospect of reopening the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant is mentioned in the context of prolonged conflict.
Israel accused of violating ceasefire in Gaza 969 times
|
On December 28, local authorities said that Israel had violated the ceasefire 969 times since October 10, killing more than 400 people.
New low pressure area expected to appear near the East Sea
|
A new low pressure area may appear near the East Sea in early January 2026.
Indonesia bans fireworks to welcome the New Year in many places
|
Many major cities in Indonesia have banned fireworks to welcome 2026 to express solidarity with the victims of the recent storm.
Looking back at the world in 2025
|
Looking back at the developments in all aspects of the world in 2025, the general feeling can only be a mixture of deep concerns and certain optimism.
Former rapper participates in Nepalese Prime Minister election
|
The new political alliance in Nepal attracted attention when a young former rapper participated in the Prime Minister election.
How to help Russian troops infiltrate the rear of Ukraine
|
People in some Donbass areas are said to have supported Russian soldiers to disguise and hide to infiltrate many important rear lines of Ukraine.
Israel recognizes Somaliland, Houthi threatens military response
|
On December 28, the Houthi leader warned that any Israeli presence in Somaliland would be considered a "military target".
Typhoon Hayley forms, forecast to reach maximum today
|
Typhoon Hayley formed off the north coast of Western Australia, Australia on the night of December 28.
Nord Stream is changing its purpose but is sluggish
|
The Nord Stream project has been converted to hydrogen transportation but currently has no customers.
