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Nicolás Maduro has been inaugurated for the third time as president of Venezuela amidst accusations of a coup and election fraud.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expressed strong reaction against France's backing of the PKK/YPG affiliated administration in northern Syria.

A 7-year-old child in Belgium was killed in an attack by five Alaska-Malamute dogs, a kind of sled dog, while his mother watched helplessly.

A woman gave birth to a baby girl on a crowded migrant boat en route from Africa to the Canary Islands, and both the mother and the baby were taken to safety in Arrecife on the island of Lanzarote.

The PKK/YPG-backed illegitimate administration in northern Syria is seeking support from the US and France as Turkey threatens a military operation if no agreement is reached with Damascus. Calls have been made to deploy military forces to secure the border.

The Russian Orthodox Church has been a long-time ally of Vladimir Putin, supporting his actions in Ukraine.

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

The Turkish Naval Forces' domestic production-based large armament programs have spurred the Greek Naval Forces into action. A 12-year armament program including the purchase of new warships and the modernization of existing warships until 2037 has been prepared.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced that they are very close to reaching a ceasefire agreement in Gaza while negotiations between Israel and Hamas continue.

Spanish rescue services discovered a newborn baby on a migrant boat heading towards the Canary Islands at the start of the new year. The influx of migrant boats to the region continues, with 2,400 migrants arriving in just eight days.

Iran strongly criticizes French President Macron for labeling Iran as a major strategic and security issue in the Middle East, stating the accusations are baseless and contradictory.

The controversial figure of French far-right politics, Jean-Marie Le Pen, the founder of the National Front party, has passed away at the age of 96.

Jean-Marie Le Pen, the French politician who is considered the first successful national-populist in Europe, passed away at the age of 96. Explore his life and controversial legacy.

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.

Venezuela and Paraguay cut diplomatic ties over disagreements regarding Edmundo Gonzalez, who will be arrested upon setting foot in the country, according to officials.

Venezuelan Interior Minister, Diosdado Cabello, emphasizes that opposition leader Edmundo González Urrutia will be arrested upon setting foot on Venezuelan soil to prevent President Nicolás Maduro's inauguration.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara stated that the French forces will withdraw from the country, emphasizing the need for the people to take pride in their modernized armed forces.

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a political solution to the government crises in the country by planning to hold referendums on critical issues in 2025.

French President Emmanuel Macron admitted regret over calling for early parliamentary elections in June, stating that it resulted in more instability than peace.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has emphasized the need for Turkey-EU relations to return to the pre-Sarkozy era, highlighting the importance of a merit-based membership path for Turkey to become a more effective regional power in partnership with Europe.