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Syria's new leadership made its first official foreign visit to Saudi Arabia, aiming to establish a new chapter in Syria-Saudi relations.

According to a news report in The Sun, the deposed Syrian leader Bashar Assad was reportedly the target of an assassination attempt. Assad, who fled to Russia with his family and is currently in exile in Moscow after the fall of the regime, reportedly fell ill last Sunday.

Two seemingly unrelated but strangely connected attacks in New Orleans and Las Vegas have caught the attention of the public in the United States.

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 Syrian official claimed that the country's de facto leader, Ahmed Eshara, held positive talks with PKK/YPG delegates, with both sides agreeing to continue dialogue for the future.

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.

KKTC President Tatar stated that 2024 was a year of recovery for KKTC despite attacks by Greek Cypriots in the fields of economy, tourism, and education.

Recent news reveals that Russia has officially halted natural gas shipments to Europe through Ukraine, sparking fears of an energy crisis in the continent. The situation has put Turkey in focus as a key route for gas flow.

Israeli state television Kan claims that Hamas requested a temporary ceasefire in Gaza to prepare the list of prisoners' demands, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that conflicts in Gaza will resume after a ceasefire deal with Hamas.

The upcoming year of 2025 is set to bring new challenges and opportunities on the global stage. From geopolitical shifts to technological advancements, a wide range of topics will shape the agenda for the year ahead.

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

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan had a phone call with Palestinian Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammed Mustafa to discuss the importance of achieving a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been successful in the geopolitical arena, particularly in Syria, Libya, and Nagorno-Karabach.

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.

A powerful geomagnetic storm is expected to hit the Earth following a solar flare, with effects projected to be seen between December 31st at 05:00 and January 1st at 06:00 (Turkey time).

Houthis launched a ballistic missile towards Israel, causing sirens to wail and sending millions to shelters. Meanwhile, Kuwait's Foreign Minister declared a solidarity message with Syria during a visit to Damascus.

A look back at the key events that shaped 2024, from political uprisings to natural disasters.

The main suspect in a criminal case, Dominique Pelicot, has accepted a 20-year prison sentence, whereas seventeen other convicted individuals have decided to appeal against their verdicts.

Around 800,000 people in the southeast of France are experiencing a loss of mobile phone services and limited television reception due to a suspected act of sabotage on a communication tower near Lyon.

Following the overthrow of the Assad regime in Syria, the temporary government has appointed Deputy Central Bank President Maysaa Sabrine as the President of the Central Bank, making her the first woman to hold this position.

The leader of the new government in Syria, Ahmed Shara, met with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha in the capital city of Damascus.

Ahmed es-Shera, the new leader of Syria, stated that the country will not allow itself to become a 'attack base for the terrorist organization PKK/YPG'.

Israeli media reveals new details about the assassination attempt on Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran.

According to Israel's state television KAN, the terrorist organization PKK/YPG, which occupies northeastern Syria, is seeking assistance from Israel to persuade the US administration to stay in the region in case of a possible withdrawal of American forces. An unnamed PKK/YPG terrorist, speaking to KAN, mentioned that political support from Israel on international platforms could be a turning point for PKK/YPG and Israel relations.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved a law that allows for the suspension of any ban relating to the activities of a terrorist organization, including the removal of the Taliban from the terror list. The law, which does not mention any specific terrorist organization, was signed by Putin.

Latest developments in the Middle East as Houthis target an Israeli airbase and defected Syrian military officers return to Syria.