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President Volodymyr Zelensky struggles to address the mobilization issues in Ukraine as mass desertions continue to be a major challenge.

Three skiers have died in an avalanche in Trasquera, Italy, while two others were injured and taken to the hospital. In a separate incident, two skiers lost their lives in Val d'Isère, France, after being buried under the snow while skiing off-piste.

Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has called Vladimir Putin 'a f***ing idiot' for believing he can restore the Russian empire. Johnson's remarks came during an interview where he discussed the threat posed by Putin's Russia to neighboring countries that were once part of the USSR.

Two people have died and several others were injured in a bus accident in eastern Germany. The Flixbus was traveling from Berlin to the Polish city of Szczecin when it overturned on a snowy highway.

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.

Israeli President Herzog faced protests during his surprise visit to Cyprus, following the new developments in Syria. Herzog's visit to Cyprus comes as Israel, together with Cyprus and Greece, is looking to counter Turkey's influence in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Israel's plan to divide Syria into canton regions was revealed in a special security meeting with Turkey, eliciting concerns about Turkey's rising naval power and military advancements.

Greece shows concern over Turkey's increasing naval power and military capabilities with the 'Blue Homeland 2025' naval exercise.

The history and importance of Greenland for the USA, from Nazi occupation to China's growing influence in the region.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog is paying a surprise visit to the Greek Cypriot administration today to discuss bilateral relations, regional dynamics, and concerns about Syria and Turkey.

Learn about the possible splitting of Africa into two continents, the ongoing rift process, and the geological implications.

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

Turkey showcases its military strength for ten days with a massive exercise involving naval, land, and air forces in three seas. Greek media view it as a provocation, raising tensions between the two countries.

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.

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.

Israel is reportedly planning to construct a new canal connecting the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea to rival Egypt's Suez Canal.

Israel is reportedly planning to build a canal connecting the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea, as a rival to Egypt's Suez Canal.

Recent developments in the Middle East indicate a potential peace process between Israel and Hamas, with negotiations aiming for a ceasefire and withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza.

Turkey's upcoming military exercise named 'Blue Homeland 2025' has raised concerns in Greece even before it started.

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.

A chain reaction accident involving 95 vehicles occurred in Kazakhstan as a result of a snowstorm. Authorities reported that 11 people were injured in the accident caused by severe snowstorm in the northern and eastern regions of Kazakhstan.

Mass desertion in a Ukrainian brigade trained by France; '1700 soldiers fled'

Germany faced chaos and unrest on New Year's Eve with incidents of violence reported in several cities.

North Korea aims to attract Russian tourists to its newly built beach resort in an effort to boost tourism in the repressive dictatorship.

Azerbaijan Airlines cancels flights to seven Russian cities following the crash of one of its planes in Kazakhstan. The incident has raised suspicions of accidental downing by Russian air defense forces.

A Russian cargo ship has sunk in the Mediterranean Sea after an explosion onboard. Two crew members of the sunken Ursa Major are missing.

Russian scientists have discovered a remarkably well-preserved baby mammoth in eastern Siberia.

The escape of Syrian dictator Bashar Al-Assad to Moscow was meticulously planned, ensuring his safety and comfort upon arrival in Russia.

A series of targeted assassinations in Russia have been carried out against individuals labeled as 'war criminals and collaborators' by Ukraine, with a recent high-profile hit resulting in casualties in Moscow.

An 11-year-old girl has been identified as the sole survivor of a sunken migrant boat off Lampedusa, Italy. The girl, believed to be from Sierra Leone, was rescued by rescue workers and brought to safety on the Italian island.