World 2024 Timeline

Dec

10

Immigration / Law / Policy

Switzerland–Syria relations Refugees of the Syrian civil war Switzerland suspends all new and pending asylum requests and announces that they will review their

Switzerland–Syria relations Refugees of the Syrian civil war Switzerland suspends all new and pending asylum requests and announces that they will review their asylum policy following the fall of the Assad regime. (The Economic Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

War / Conflict / Security

The Israeli Navy attacks and destroys most of the Syrian Navy's fleet at anchor in the Port of Latakia, including Osa-class missile boats and minesweepers.

The Israeli Navy attacks and destroys most of the Syrian Navy's fleet at anchor in the Port of Latakia, including Osa-class missile boats and minesweepers. (MSN) (Naval News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

War / Conflict / Security

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) reports that pro-Turkish factions have begun sectarian reprisal attacks killing at least three Kurdish civilians

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) reports that pro-Turkish factions have begun sectarian reprisal attacks killing at least three Kurdish civilians in Manbij, Aleppo Governorate, Syria, as well as burning and looting civilian homes. (SOHR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

War / Conflict / Security

A Russian missile strike on a private clinic in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, kills four civilians and injures 20 others.

A Russian missile strike on a private clinic in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, kills four civilians and injures 20 others. (Interfax Ukraine) (Al Arabiya)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

Major Trends

A six-story apartment building collapses in Waili, Cairo, Egypt killing eight people and injuring three others.

A six-story apartment building collapses in Waili, Cairo, Egypt killing eight people and injuring three others. (U..S. News & World Report)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

Economy / Jobs / Business

At least 65 people are killed and hundreds of others are injured in Rapid Support Forces artillery shelling on a market in Karary District, Khartoum State, Suda

At least 65 people are killed and hundreds of others are injured in Rapid Support Forces artillery shelling on a market in Karary District, Khartoum State, Sudan. (Anadolu Agency) (Sudan Tribune)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

Economy / Jobs / Business

Battle of Khartoum At least 65 people are killed and hundreds of others are injured in Rapid Support Forces artillery shelling on a market in Karary District, K

Battle of Khartoum At least 65 people are killed and hundreds of others are injured in Rapid Support Forces artillery shelling on a market in Karary District, Khartoum State, Sudan. (Anadolu Agency) (Sudan Tribune)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

War / Conflict / Security

Deir ez-Zor offensive The Military Operations Command says that its forces have taken full control of Deir ez-Zor following days of clashes with the Syrian Demo

Deir ez-Zor offensive The Military Operations Command says that its forces have taken full control of Deir ez-Zor following days of clashes with the Syrian Democratic Forces. (Trend News Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

Major Trends

Eastern Syria insurgency The Islamic State summarily executes 54 Syrian Army soldiers captured near Al-Sukhnah, Homs Governorate.

Eastern Syria insurgency The Islamic State summarily executes 54 Syrian Army soldiers captured near Al-Sukhnah, Homs Governorate. (SOHR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

Major Trends

Filipino singer Sofronio Vasquez wins the 26th season of The Voice, becoming the first Filipino and Asian contestant to win a season of the show.

Filipino singer Sofronio Vasquez wins the 26th season of The Voice, becoming the first Filipino and Asian contestant to win a season of the show. (MSN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

Major Trends

Insurgency in Balochistan One Pakistani soldier and 15 separatist militants are killed in an operation in Zhob District, Balochistan, Pakistan (Arab News)

Insurgency in Balochistan One Pakistani soldier and 15 separatist militants are killed in an operation in Zhob District, Balochistan, Pakistan (Arab News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

Health / Disasters

Israeli blockade of the Gaza Strip The United Nations reports that humanitarian aid has been blocked from entering the Gaza Strip for at least 66 days, leaving

Israeli blockade of the Gaza Strip The United Nations reports that humanitarian aid has been blocked from entering the Gaza Strip for at least 66 days, leaving at least 65,000 Palestinians without food, water, electricity, and healthcare. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

Major Trends

One Pakistani soldier and 15 separatist militants are killed in an operation in Zhob District, Balochistan, Pakistan (Arab News)

One Pakistani soldier and 15 separatist militants are killed in an operation in Zhob District, Balochistan, Pakistan (Arab News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

Major Trends

Pro-Turkish factions impose a siege on several neighborhoods in Manbij, prompting humanitarian concerns of potential massacres and kidnappings.

Pro-Turkish factions impose a siege on several neighborhoods in Manbij, prompting humanitarian concerns of potential massacres and kidnappings. (SOHR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

War / Conflict / Security

Qatar, Turkey, Egypt, Iran, and Saudi Arabia condemn Israel's actions in Syria and the United Nations special envoy for Syria calls on Israel to stop its milita

Qatar, Turkey, Egypt, Iran, and Saudi Arabia condemn Israel's actions in Syria and the United Nations special envoy for Syria calls on Israel to stop its military movements and bombardments inside Syria. (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

War / Conflict / Security

Regional security sources report that Israeli troops have reached the city of Qatana in Rif Dimashq Governorate, 10 km into Syrian territory and 25 km southwest

Regional security sources report that Israeli troops have reached the city of Qatana in Rif Dimashq Governorate, 10 km into Syrian territory and 25 km southwest of Damascus. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

War / Conflict / Security

Southern front of the Russian invasion of Ukraine A Russian missile strike on a private clinic in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, kills four civilians and injures 20 oth

Southern front of the Russian invasion of Ukraine A Russian missile strike on a private clinic in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, kills four civilians and injures 20 others. (Interfax Ukraine) (Al Arabiya)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

Major Trends

The Islamic State summarily executes 54 Syrian Army soldiers captured near Al-Sukhnah, Homs Governorate.

The Islamic State summarily executes 54 Syrian Army soldiers captured near Al-Sukhnah, Homs Governorate. (SOHR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

War / Conflict / Security

The Military Operations Command says that its forces have taken full control of Deir ez-Zor following days of clashes with the Syrian Democratic Forces.

The Military Operations Command says that its forces have taken full control of Deir ez-Zor following days of clashes with the Syrian Democratic Forces. (Trend News Agency)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

War / Conflict / Security

The SOHR reports that the Free Syrian Army-affiliated Dawn of Freedom Brigades performed a field execution of dozens of injured pro-Kurdish Manbij Military Coun

The SOHR reports that the Free Syrian Army-affiliated Dawn of Freedom Brigades performed a field execution of dozens of injured pro-Kurdish Manbij Military Council soldiers who had been receiving hospital treatment. (SOHR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

10

Health / Disasters

The United Nations reports that humanitarian aid has been blocked from entering the Gaza Strip for at least 66 days, leaving at least 65,000 Palestinians withou

The United Nations reports that humanitarian aid has been blocked from entering the Gaza Strip for at least 66 days, leaving at least 65,000 Palestinians without food, water, electricity, and healthcare. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 10, 2024

Dec

11

Politics / Government

Somali Civil War Constitutional crisis in Somalia 2024 Jubaland presidential election Battle of Ras Kamboni Somali forces launch a failed attack on Jubaland reg

Somali Civil War Constitutional crisis in Somalia 2024 Jubaland presidential election Battle of Ras Kamboni Somali forces launch a failed attack on Jubaland regional forces, with Jubaland capturing hundreds of Somali soldiers and claiming to have fully taken over Ras Kamboni, Lower Juba, Somalia. (Reuters) (Idil News) (Garowe Online)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Politics / Government

2024 Jubaland presidential election Battle of Ras Kamboni Somali forces launch a failed attack on Jubaland regional forces, with Jubaland capturing hundreds of

2024 Jubaland presidential election Battle of Ras Kamboni Somali forces launch a failed attack on Jubaland regional forces, with Jubaland capturing hundreds of Somali soldiers and claiming to have fully taken over Ras Kamboni, Lower Juba, Somalia. (Reuters) (Idil News) (Garowe Online)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Politics / Government

Constitutional crisis in Somalia 2024 Jubaland presidential election Battle of Ras Kamboni Somali forces launch a failed attack on Jubaland regional forces, wit

Constitutional crisis in Somalia 2024 Jubaland presidential election Battle of Ras Kamboni Somali forces launch a failed attack on Jubaland regional forces, with Jubaland capturing hundreds of Somali soldiers and claiming to have fully taken over Ras Kamboni, Lower Juba, Somalia. (Reuters) (Idil News) (Garowe Online)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Politics / Government

Armed men raid and set fire to the tomb of former president Hafez al-Assad and also conduct attacks on other tombs and graves in Qardaha District, Latakia Gover

Armed men raid and set fire to the tomb of former president Hafez al-Assad and also conduct attacks on other tombs and graves in Qardaha District, Latakia Governorate, Syria. (SOHR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Politics / Government

Fall of the Assad regime Armed men raid and set fire to the tomb of former president Hafez al-Assad and also conduct attacks on other tombs and graves in Qardah

Fall of the Assad regime Armed men raid and set fire to the tomb of former president Hafez al-Assad and also conduct attacks on other tombs and graves in Qardaha District, Latakia Governorate, Syria. (SOHR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Economy / Jobs / Business

Gaza war Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip Siege of North Gaza At least 29 people are killed in Israeli airstrikes on civilian areas in Beit Lahia, North Gaza

Gaza war Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip Siege of North Gaza At least 29 people are killed in Israeli airstrikes on civilian areas in Beit Lahia, North Gaza Governorate, Gaza. (Al Jazeera) An Israeli boy is killed and three others are injured by a Palestinian gunman attack on a bus in Al-Khader, West Bank. (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Politics / Government

Military aid to Ukraine during the Russo-Ukrainian War United States and the Russo-Ukrainian War The United States Department of State approves a $266.4 million

Military aid to Ukraine during the Russo-Ukrainian War United States and the Russo-Ukrainian War The United States Department of State approves a $266.4 million sale of F-16 maintenance equipment to Ukraine. (Ukrainska Pravda) (DSCA) (Newsweek) The Parliament of Canada approves the allocation of CA$764 million (US$587 million) in military aid to Ukraine. (Ukrainska Pravda)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Politics / Government

Russo-Ukrainian War Military aid to Ukraine during the Russo-Ukrainian War United States and the Russo-Ukrainian War The United States Department of State appro

Russo-Ukrainian War Military aid to Ukraine during the Russo-Ukrainian War United States and the Russo-Ukrainian War The United States Department of State approves a $266.4 million sale of F-16 maintenance equipment to Ukraine. (Ukrainska Pravda) (DSCA) (Newsweek) The Parliament of Canada approves the allocation of CA$764 million (US$587 million) in military aid to Ukraine. (Ukrainska Pravda)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Politics / Government

2024 United Kingdom farmers' protests Hundreds of tractors block Whitehall, City of Westminster, England in protest of Labour government changes to the agricult

2024 United Kingdom farmers' protests Hundreds of tractors block Whitehall, City of Westminster, England in protest of Labour government changes to the agricultural inheritance tax. (The Independent)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Economy / Jobs / Business

An Israeli boy is killed and three others are injured by a Palestinian gunman attack on a bus in Al-Khader, West Bank.

An Israeli boy is killed and three others are injured by a Palestinian gunman attack on a bus in Al-Khader, West Bank. (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

War / Conflict / Security

Battle of Ras Kamboni Somali forces launch a failed attack on Jubaland regional forces, with Jubaland capturing hundreds of Somali soldiers and claiming to have

Battle of Ras Kamboni Somali forces launch a failed attack on Jubaland regional forces, with Jubaland capturing hundreds of Somali soldiers and claiming to have fully taken over Ras Kamboni, Lower Juba, Somalia. (Reuters) (Idil News) (Garowe Online)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Politics / Government

Environmental issues in Iran Iran announces that all government offices, universities, and schools in Tehran province will be closed for two days due to severe

Environmental issues in Iran Iran announces that all government offices, universities, and schools in Tehran province will be closed for two days due to severe air pollution. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Politics / Government

Hundreds of tractors block Whitehall, City of Westminster, England in protest of Labour government changes to the agricultural inheritance tax.

Hundreds of tractors block Whitehall, City of Westminster, England in protest of Labour government changes to the agricultural inheritance tax. (The Independent)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Politics / Government

Iran announces that all government offices, universities, and schools in Tehran province will be closed for two days due to severe air pollution.

Iran announces that all government offices, universities, and schools in Tehran province will be closed for two days due to severe air pollution. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Immigration / Law / Policy

Jailed former national defense minister Kim Yong-hyun, who allegedly helped President Yoon Suk Yeol impose martial law, attempts suicide while in custody.

Jailed former national defense minister Kim Yong-hyun, who allegedly helped President Yoon Suk Yeol impose martial law, attempts suicide while in custody. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

War / Conflict / Security

Sectarianism and minorities in the Syrian civil war The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights urges Syria's military leadership to prevent ongoing sectarian riots

Sectarianism and minorities in the Syrian civil war The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights urges Syria's military leadership to prevent ongoing sectarian riots, looting, and assaults on civilians from armed groups. (SOHR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

War / Conflict / Security

Somali forces launch a failed attack on Jubaland regional forces, with Jubaland capturing hundreds of Somali soldiers and claiming to have fully taken over Ras

Somali forces launch a failed attack on Jubaland regional forces, with Jubaland capturing hundreds of Somali soldiers and claiming to have fully taken over Ras Kamboni, Lower Juba, Somalia. (Reuters) (Idil News) (Garowe Online)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

War / Conflict / Security

Sudanese civil war Amnesty International reports that Sudan is currently facing the worst humanitarian crisis in the world, with over 30 million people at risk

Sudanese civil war Amnesty International reports that Sudan is currently facing the worst humanitarian crisis in the world, with over 30 million people at risk or in need of humanitarian aid. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Politics / Government

The Parliament of Canada approves the allocation of CA$764 million (US$587 million) in military aid to Ukraine.

The Parliament of Canada approves the allocation of CA$764 million (US$587 million) in military aid to Ukraine. (Ukrainska Pravda)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Politics / Government

The Swiss Federal Assembly elects Karin Keller-Sutter, currently a Federal Councillor, as President for 2025.

The Swiss Federal Assembly elects Karin Keller-Sutter, currently a Federal Councillor, as President for 2025. (Swissinfo)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

War / Conflict / Security

United States and the Russo-Ukrainian War The United States Department of State approves a $266.4 million sale of F-16 maintenance equipment to Ukraine.

United States and the Russo-Ukrainian War The United States Department of State approves a $266.4 million sale of F-16 maintenance equipment to Ukraine. (Ukrainska Pravda) (DSCA) (Newsweek)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Sports

2034 FIFA World Cup FIFA announces that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 FIFA World Cup.

2034 FIFA World Cup FIFA announces that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 FIFA World Cup. (Khaleej Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Immigration / Law / Policy

Afghanistan's acting Minister of Refugee and Repatriation Khalil Haqqani and five other people are killed in a suicide bombing at the Ministry's headquarters in

Afghanistan's acting Minister of Refugee and Repatriation Khalil Haqqani and five other people are killed in a suicide bombing at the Ministry's headquarters in Kabul, Afghanistan. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Major Trends

Amnesty International reports that Sudan is currently facing the worst humanitarian crisis in the world, with over 30 million people at risk or in need of human

Amnesty International reports that Sudan is currently facing the worst humanitarian crisis in the world, with over 30 million people at risk or in need of humanitarian aid. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

War / Conflict / Security

At least 29 people are killed in Israeli airstrikes on civilian areas in Beit Lahia, North Gaza Governorate, Gaza.

At least 29 people are killed in Israeli airstrikes on civilian areas in Beit Lahia, North Gaza Governorate, Gaza. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Sports

FIFA announces that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 FIFA World Cup.

FIFA announces that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 FIFA World Cup. (Khaleej Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

War / Conflict / Security

Five civilians are killed in Israeli airstrikes in Ainata, Bint Jbeil, and Beit Lif, Lebanon, despite the agreed ceasefire with Hezbollah.

Five civilians are killed in Israeli airstrikes in Ainata, Bint Jbeil, and Beit Lif, Lebanon, despite the agreed ceasefire with Hezbollah. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Immigration / Law / Policy

Forty-four people are presumed dead from drowning when a boat carrying refugees from Sierra Leone capsizes on its way from Sfax, Tunisia, to Europe.

Forty-four people are presumed dead from drowning when a boat carrying refugees from Sierra Leone capsizes on its way from Sfax, Tunisia, to Europe. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Major Trends

Haitian crisis Toussaint Louverture International Airport in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, reopens after it was closed in November when a Spirit Airlines aircraft was

Haitian crisis Toussaint Louverture International Airport in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, reopens after it was closed in November when a Spirit Airlines aircraft was struck by gunfire. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Immigration / Law / Policy

Islamic State–Taliban conflict Afghanistan's acting Minister of Refugee and Repatriation Khalil Haqqani and five other people are killed in a suicide bombing at

Islamic State–Taliban conflict Afghanistan's acting Minister of Refugee and Repatriation Khalil Haqqani and five other people are killed in a suicide bombing at the Ministry's headquarters in Kabul, Afghanistan. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

War / Conflict / Security

Israel–Hezbollah conflict Five civilians are killed in Israeli airstrikes in Ainata, Bint Jbeil, and Beit Lif, Lebanon, despite the agreed ceasefire with Hezbol

Israel–Hezbollah conflict Five civilians are killed in Israeli airstrikes in Ainata, Bint Jbeil, and Beit Lif, Lebanon, despite the agreed ceasefire with Hezbollah. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

War / Conflict / Security

Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip Siege of North Gaza At least 29 people are killed in Israeli airstrikes on civilian areas in Beit Lahia, North Gaza Governora

Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip Siege of North Gaza At least 29 people are killed in Israeli airstrikes on civilian areas in Beit Lahia, North Gaza Governorate, Gaza. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Major Trends

One person is killed in a fire and explosion at a residential high-rise apartment building in Shenzhen, China.

One person is killed in a fire and explosion at a residential high-rise apartment building in Shenzhen, China. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

War / Conflict / Security

Siege of North Gaza At least 29 people are killed in Israeli airstrikes on civilian areas in Beit Lahia, North Gaza Governorate, Gaza.

Siege of North Gaza At least 29 people are killed in Israeli airstrikes on civilian areas in Beit Lahia, North Gaza Governorate, Gaza. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

War / Conflict / Security

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights urges Syria's military leadership to prevent ongoing sectarian riots, looting, and assaults on civilians from armed grou

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights urges Syria's military leadership to prevent ongoing sectarian riots, looting, and assaults on civilians from armed groups. (SOHR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

11

Major Trends

Toussaint Louverture International Airport in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, reopens after it was closed in November when a Spirit Airlines aircraft was struck by gunfi

Toussaint Louverture International Airport in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, reopens after it was closed in November when a Spirit Airlines aircraft was struck by gunfire. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 11, 2024

Dec

12

Politics / Government

The Venezuelan government releases 103 prisoners who were arrested during the protests against the results of the disputed presidential election in July.

The Venezuelan government releases 103 prisoners who were arrested during the protests against the results of the disputed presidential election in July. (Al Jazeera) (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

12

War / Conflict / Security

2024 Kobani clashes Turkish military forces and the pro-Turkish Dawn of Freedom Operations Room launch an attack with tanks and drones against the Tishrin Dam o

2024 Kobani clashes Turkish military forces and the pro-Turkish Dawn of Freedom Operations Room launch an attack with tanks and drones against the Tishrin Dam on the Euphrates river, which the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights warns could trigger a dam failure and a severe humanitarian crisis. (SOHR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

12

Immigration / Law / Policy

Gaza war Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip December 2024 Nuseirat refugee camp attack At least 33 Palestinians are killed and 50 others are injured in an Israe

Gaza war Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip December 2024 Nuseirat refugee camp attack At least 33 Palestinians are killed and 50 others are injured in an Israeli airstrike on the Nuseirat refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip. (AP) (Euronews) Fifteen people are killed in Israeli airstrikes while guarding humanitarian aid convoys near Rafah and Khan Younis, Gaza. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

12

Politics / Government

Syrian peace process The Syrian transitional government announces that the constitution and parliament will be suspended during the three-month transitional per

Syrian peace process The Syrian transitional government announces that the constitution and parliament will be suspended during the three-month transitional period. (Al Arabiya)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

12

Politics / Government

The Syrian transitional government announces that the constitution and parliament will be suspended during the three-month transitional period.

The Syrian transitional government announces that the constitution and parliament will be suspended during the three-month transitional period. (Al Arabiya)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

12

War / Conflict / Security

Turkish military forces and the pro-Turkish Dawn of Freedom Operations Room launch an attack with tanks and drones against the Tishrin Dam on the Euphrates rive

Turkish military forces and the pro-Turkish Dawn of Freedom Operations Room launch an attack with tanks and drones against the Tishrin Dam on the Euphrates river, which the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights warns could trigger a dam failure and a severe humanitarian crisis. (SOHR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

12

War / Conflict / Security

Astro Bot wins Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024.

Astro Bot wins Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024. (Polygon)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

12

Immigration / Law / Policy

December 2024 Nuseirat refugee camp attack At least 33 Palestinians are killed and 50 others are injured in an Israeli airstrike on the Nuseirat refugee camp in

December 2024 Nuseirat refugee camp attack At least 33 Palestinians are killed and 50 others are injured in an Israeli airstrike on the Nuseirat refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip. (AP) (Euronews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

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War / Conflict / Security

Edith Heard, biologist specialist of epigenetics and director-general of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory, is awarded the CNRS Gold Medal, France's hig

Edith Heard, biologist specialist of epigenetics and director-general of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory, is awarded the CNRS Gold Medal, France's highest research award. (CNRS - Le Journal)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

12

Politics / Government

Federal pardons in the United States U.S.

Federal pardons in the United States U.S. President Joe Biden announces pardons for 39 people convicted of non-violent offenses, and commutes the sentences of 1,500 others who had been released from prison to house arrest during the COVID-19 pandemic. It is considered the "largest single-day grant of clemency in modern history". (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

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Politics / Government

Hundreds of protesters, led by university students, gather outside the Radio Television of Serbia headquarters in Belgrade, Serbia, to protest against the state

Hundreds of protesters, led by university students, gather outside the Radio Television of Serbia headquarters in Belgrade, Serbia, to protest against the state-owned television broadcaster and President Aleksandar Vučić's administration. At least 13 people are detained by Serbian police. (AP) (BalkanInsight) (Euronews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

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Politics / Government

In Lithuania, the three-party coalition Government headed by the new appointed Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas takes over.

In Lithuania, the three-party coalition Government headed by the new appointed Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas takes over. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

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Politics / Government

In Somalia, Abdirahman Irro is sworn in as president of Somaliland.

In Somalia, Abdirahman Irro is sworn in as president of Somaliland. (Mogadishu 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

12

War / Conflict / Security

Israel and the Syrian civil war Israeli invasion of Syria (2024–present) Syrian residents of the villages of Hader, Hamidiya, and Umm Batna in Quneitra Governor

Israel and the Syrian civil war Israeli invasion of Syria (2024–present) Syrian residents of the villages of Hader, Hamidiya, and Umm Batna in Quneitra Governorate are displaced from their homes after Israeli military forces enter the villages with military vehicles. (SOHR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

12

Immigration / Law / Policy

Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip December 2024 Nuseirat refugee camp attack At least 33 Palestinians are killed and 50 others are injured in an Israeli airstr

Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip December 2024 Nuseirat refugee camp attack At least 33 Palestinians are killed and 50 others are injured in an Israeli airstrike on the Nuseirat refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip. (AP) (Euronews) Fifteen people are killed in Israeli airstrikes while guarding humanitarian aid convoys near Rafah and Khan Younis, Gaza. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

12

War / Conflict / Security

Russian intervention in the Syrian civil war Satellite images and MarineTraffic data confirm that the Russian Navy has abandoned its naval base in the port city

Russian intervention in the Syrian civil war Satellite images and MarineTraffic data confirm that the Russian Navy has abandoned its naval base in the port city of Tartus. (The Telegraph)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

12

Politics / Government

U.S.

U.S. President Joe Biden announces pardons for 39 people convicted of non-violent offenses, and commutes the sentences of 1,500 others who had been released from prison to house arrest during the COVID-19 pandemic. It is considered the "largest single-day grant of clemency in modern history". (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024

Dec

12

Major Trends

2024–25 South-West Indian Ocean cyclone season Tropical Cyclone Chido makes landfall over Agaléga, Mauritius.

2024–25 South-West Indian Ocean cyclone season Tropical Cyclone Chido makes landfall over Agaléga, Mauritius. (Crisis24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Dec 12, 2024