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German employers in Berlin protest for significant changes as the government revises economic growth forecast downwards.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan addresses Turkey-Azerbaijan-Uzbekistan Trilateral Meeting, emphasizing regional cooperation and economic partnerships.

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko wins seventh term with 87.6% of the votes amid controversy.

North Korea tests strategic cruise missiles from sea to land, hitting targets 1500 km away.

The Thai capital is facing severe smog with air quality at its lowest levels, prompting school closures and health concerns.

Two Patriot missile defense systems in Poland will be fully operational on Monday.

Thailand becomes the first country in Southeast Asia to legalize same-sex marriage, marking a historic milestone for LGBT rights.

At least 24 people confirmed dead due to landslides caused by heavy rainfall in Java and Bali.

20 people have lost their lives in an armed clash between former FARC members in rural Colombia.

Italy's national debt has reached a record high of over €3 trillion, making it one of the highest in the world.

Open Doors organization has reported a rise in persecution and discrimination against Christians, with an increase of 15 million individuals facing such challenges compared to the previous year.

Two trams collided in Strasbourg, France, resulting in 68 people injured. The cause of the collision is currently unknown.

A storm hitting the US caused more than 3,000 flights to be canceled, with five runways at Atlanta International Airport closed for 2 hours.

A high-ranking Iranian general criticizes the Russian military, highlighting the growing cracks in the alliance between Iran and Russia.

Authorities in the US state of Florida have issued a warning to residents about falling iguanas due to the cold temperatures

Israel's concerns over Turkey's growing influence in the region have led to a special security meeting led by Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz.

The incoming US president has escalated pressure on Panama and Greenland, both NATO allies, by hinting at potential annexation plans. Read more on telegraaf.nl.

Dutch Minister of Economic Affairs, Dirk Beljaarts, shares insights on trade prospects with the US as President-elect Donald Trump threatens the EU with a trade war.

Antonio Torchia, the mayor of Belcastro in Italy, has announced a ban on falling severely ill in the village, where most residents are over 65 years old. This unusual measure aims to draw attention to the challenges faced by the local healthcare system.

Learn about the polar vortex phenomenon, its impact in the US, and the possibility of it affecting the Netherlands.

Israeli sources claim that Israel is ready to strike Iran's nuclear facilities with no objection from elected president Trump. Palestinian Red Crescent reported civilian casualties in Israeli attacks.

A heavy winter storm is sweeping through central and eastern parts of the United States, bringing temperatures as low as minus 18 degrees and snow levels of more than half a meter. Millions of Americans are affected by the extreme winter weather.

A 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck in the Central American country of El Salvador, according to reports. The President of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, stated that there have been no reports of casualties or damage.

Officials in the United States are warning of a cold weather wave that could affect millions of people. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts the coldest snowfall of the past 10 years, with freezing temperatures expected to impact around 62 million people.

Intense snowfall in the UK has turned the streets white and forced flight cancellations. The Meteorological Office issues second-degree warnings for most of Wales due to heavy snowfall.

The new congestion fee system for vehicles in the US has been implemented in New York for the first time to tackle traffic congestion.

The US is expected to be hit by severe winter conditions, including heavy snow, dangerous ice, rain, and severe thunderstorms affecting approximately 62 million people starting from today. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) warns that this could be the most severe snowfall in the last 10 years.

Israeli military continues its attacks in Gaza Strip, causing casualties and targeting hospitals and refugee camps.

A prisoner in Arles prison in southern France has taken a prison employee and 4 healthcare workers hostage. The Minister of Justice, Gerald Darmanin, has announced that all resources are being mobilized to deal with the situation.

A record number of migrants arrived at the Canary Islands in 2024, with notable numbers coming from Pakistan and Bangladesh. Spain has become a key entry point to Europe alongside Italy.