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Former Pentagon official Stephen Bryen discloses Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's plan regarding Russia ahead of a meeting in Germany.

French Defense Ministry confirms reports of Ukrainian soldiers deserting after receiving training in France, while emphasizing that these soldiers are still under the command of the Ukrainian army.

Charlie Hebdo, the French satirical weekly magazine, commemorates the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attack that shook the world and ignited discussions on freedom of speech.

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere expressed concern over Elon Musk's direct involvement in the political affairs of other countries, stating that it is worrying for a person with such wide social media reach and massive economic resources to interfere in internal matters of other nations.

European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, have raised alarms over the direct involvement of Elon Musk in elections and internal affairs of different countries.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz criticizes Elon Musk for his political interference and advises not to feed the trolls.

US President Joe Biden made a blunder by confusing the date of his first meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Biden claimed he has known Putin for 47 years, which is not accurate.

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy is facing trial over allegations of illegal financing from the former leader of Libya, Muammar Gaddafi.

The number of people killed in the attack on a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany on December 20 has risen to 6, as reported. The investigation into the attack carried out by Saudi Arabian-born doctor Taleb al-Abdulmohsen is ongoing.

A sixth person has died following the attack on the Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg.

The influencer, Attalah Younes, caused outrage in Germany by sharing a video of himself shooting a firework into a child's bedroom.

Hamas is accused of approving a list of 34 hostages demanded by Israel as negotiations for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip continue. Meanwhile, tensions between Israel and Lebanon remain high following multiple alleged violations of a ceasefire agreement.

Hamas is claimed to have approved the list of 34 Israeli hostages demanded by Israel in the context of a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, as negotiations between Israel and Hamas continue.

Germany is considering sending back Syrian refugees who do not have a job and do not speak German, according to German Ministers Nancy Faeser and Annalena Baerbock.

Germany is under the influence of heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures, leading to the cancellation of 120 flights at Frankfurt Airport. The cancellations were due to the cleaning of runways and low visibility.

The leader of the Christian Democratic Union in Germany, Friedrich Merz, suggests that the law facilitating the transition to German citizenship should be revised.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz dismisses Elon Musk's recent remarks, emphasizing the strength of German democracy.

European ministers from Germany and France met with the leader of the transitional government, Ahmad al-Sha'ar, in Damascus to discuss the post-regime change scenario in Syria.

US Special Forces military member Matthew Livelsberger committed suicide by shooting himself in the head before the explosion outside Trump Hotel in Las Vegas.

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.

The number of injured in the attack in the German city of Maagdenburg has been revised from 235 to 299, according to the regional Ministry of Interior. Among the injured are twelve individuals with non-German or dual nationality. The attack resulted in five fatalities, with the death toll remaining unchanged. Nearly 1 million euros have been raised for the victims of the attack.

Elon Musk's recent comments and support for the pro-Russian AfD party in Germany have sparked backlash and controversy.

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

Russia's Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman, Maria Zakharova, stated that the flow of Russian gas to Europe via Ukraine has been stopped, blaming the US for prioritizing its own economy.

In several cities including the capital Paris, a wave of arson attacks occurred in France. The Ministry of Interior reported that nearly 1000 vehicles were set on fire and over 400 people were arrested.

France welcomed the year 2025 with celebrations marred by car burnings and arrests in several cities, including the capital Paris.

At least 15 people have died in New Orleans following an attack in the city center. The perpetrator, identified as a former US Army IT specialist, was shot dead by the police. The FBI found an ISIS flag in his vehicle.

A tragic incident at New Year's celebrations in Germany led to the death of 5 people and injuries to numerous others. The accidents involving fireworks in several regions across the country caused a sense of mourning and concern.

Following the termination of the cooperation agreement between Chad and France, French military forces will leave the country by January 31, 2025.

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