Review of Major Events in 2024
worldwide December 31, 2024 06:00A look back at the key events that shaped 2024, from political uprisings to natural disasters.
A look back at the key events that shaped 2024, from political uprisings to natural disasters.
Former Russian international footballer Aleksej Boegaev, who played in the 2004 UEFA European Championship, has been reported dead in the ongoing war with Ukraine.
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.
Hezbollah co-founder Fuad Shukr was killed in an Israeli airstrike, just after marrying four women in secret ceremonies. The airstrikes also targeted other Hezbollah leaders, according to reports.
Multiple world leaders have expressed their condolences on the passing of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, praising his commitment to peace, security, and advocacy for the vulnerable.
According to the New York Times, Israel is facing difficulties in dealing with the Houthi threat, which it has neglected for years. The group is reportedly prepared to escalate its attacks further.
President Joe Biden announces a national day of mourning for the late Jimmy Carter.
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.
Former US President Jimmy Carter, the Nobel Prize winner, has passed away at the age of 100. Carter, who served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981, is known for his efforts in diplomacy and his tenure as a peanut farmer before entering politics.
Several plane crashes have been reported in South Korea, Canada, and Norway with varying casualties. The causes of the accidents are still under investigation.
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.
According to a recent report by the New York Times, Israel has been applying engagement rules that ignore civilian casualties in its attacks on Gaza since October 2023.
The damage to energy and communication cables under the Baltic Sea has intensified discussions of 'hybrid warfare' in the region.
Latest developments in the Middle East as Houthis target an Israeli airbase and defected Syrian military officers return to Syria.
Panama President Jose Raul Mulino stated that they will not negotiate with the US regarding the status of the Panama Canal, emphasizing that it belongs to Panama.
Slovakia threatens Ukraine over gas transit, causing concerns in Europe. The possibility of gas supply disruption between the two countries raises alarms.
Russian energy giant Gazprom announced that it will stop natural gas supplies to Moldova as of January 1, 2025, due to unpaid bills.
An Israeli newspaper alleges that the Israeli intelligence service has been communicating with the deposed Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad via WhatsApp under the code name 'Musa'. The communication was reportedly established to coordinate airstrikes in Syria targeting Iranian and Hezbollah forces.
Russian foreign intelligence service accuses the Anglo-Saxon alliance of planning to attack Russian bases in Syria to create chaos.
Israeli soldiers set fire to Kemal Advan Hospital in northern Gaza under the pretext of Hamas members, leaving it unusable. Staff and patients were stripped half-naked and interrogated during the attack.
The latest developments in Syria, Lebanon, Israel, and the UK are covered in this news report. From visa issues to healthcare reforms, the region is witnessing significant changes.
An airplane traveling from St. John's to Halifax in Canada caught fire on its left side during landing at Halifax International Airport, causing a panic among passengers.
Syria's new leader Ahmed Shara made significant statements in an interview, emphasizing that the country will not allow PKK/YPG to become a base.
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has died at the age of 100 in his home in Plains, Georgia. Carter, known for his post-presidential humanitarian work, left a lasting legacy that surpassed his presidency.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has rejected Donald Trump's plan for peace in Ukraine, stating the dissatisfaction of the Kremlin with the proposals.
A plane that crashed in Kazakhstan this week was damaged by ground fire, according to President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan.
The conflict in Ukraine brings robotic warfare into the spotlight as drones and unmanned ground systems play a significant role in the battlefield.