The US Special Prosecutor has withdrawn the appeal in the case against Alec Baldwin over the death of cameraman Galina Hutchins. The actor's lawyers confirmed that the incident was a tragedy, but their client did not commit a crime.
The Pentagon has signed a contract with Williams International to expand production of gas turbine engines for missiles. The project includes the production of Harpoon, JASSM, LRASM and Tomahawk for the needs of the United States and Ukraine.
Honda and Nissan have signed an agreement to create a joint holding company that will go public in 2026. The combined company will become the third largest automaker in the world after Toyota and Volkswagen.
Polish President Andrzej Duda expressed support for Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili and her European aspirations. He supported holding new parliamentary elections in Georgia in accordance with OSCE recommendations.
The Kilauea volcano in Hawaii has resumed its activity. The eruption is limited to the territory of the national park, but volcanic smog can pose a threat to populated areas.
The trial of Ryan Root, a suspect in the attempted assassination of Donald Trump in Florida, has been postponed until September 2025. Judge Eileen Cannon rejected the defense's request for a one-year delay as excessive.
Bill Clinton, 78, was hospitalized at Georgetown Medical Center due to high fever and infection. The former US president's condition is stable, there is no threat to his life.
The Romanian Parliament approved a new government headed by Marcel Ciolacu, who received 240 votes in favor. The cabinet includes 16 people from three pro-European parties.
“Russian Railways cuts its investment program by 30% due to rising borrowing costs. Increased military cargo and sanctions create logistical problems in trade with China.
The Italian government approves a decree-law extending the authorization for the transfer of military equipment to Ukraine.
Anzhelika Terliuga, the silver medalist of the 2020 Olympics, became a mother. On December 21, the athlete gave birth to a daughter named Nicole.
The HACC imposed a 60-day arrest as a measure of restraint on the former head of the Economic Court of Lviv Oblast. The bribery suspect was taken into custody in the courtroom with the possibility of bail in the amount of UAH 12 million.
The President of Ukraine met with representatives of the All-Ukrainian Council of Churches and Religious Organizations on the eve of Christmas and Hanukkah. He thanked them for their support of the Ukrainian people and discussed countering Russian influence through the church.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed that the country was behind the elimination of Ismail Haniyeh in Iran. He also warned of similar actions against Yemeni Houthi leaders.
Over the past day, 235 combat engagements took place in various sectors of the frontline, including 46 in the Kursk sector. The enemy lost more than 200 troops in killed and 224 wounded in the Pokrovsk sector alone.
The President of Ukraine commented on the environmental disaster caused by the accident of Russian tankers in the Black Sea. Zelensky accused Russia of using 50-year-old vessels and inaction to solve the problem.
The student parliament of the Institute of Journalism of the Kyiv National University refused to cooperate with the administration until Professor Vasylenko was dismissed. The reason was his pro-Russian and sexist statements about peacekeepers and Ukrainian women.
The President instructed the Foreign Ministry to establish contacts with the new Syrian authorities. Ukraine is ready to support the food security of this country.
A specialized unit for the protection of cultural property has been created within the Armed Forces. It will include military personnel with education in culture, archeology, and museum studies.
Over the past day, the Ukrainian Armed Forces eliminated 1990 Russian occupants and destroyed 29 artillery systems. Total enemy losses since the beginning of the war have reached 776,090 people.
At Belfast Airport, an Emerald Airlines plane made a hard landing due to strong winds, breaking the front strut. Only 4 crew members were on board, and the airport was temporarily closed.
In the Vremivsk sector, Russian troops shot dead four captured Ukrainian defenders. The prosecutor's office opened a war crime investigation.
67 people, including 35 children, were killed in a stampede at three Christmas charity events in Nigeria. The tragedies occurred in Oyo and Anambra states and the capital, Abuja, due to insufficient security measures.
Strong winds in the Portuguese archipelago of Madeira caused a transportation collapse. More than 30 flights were canceled and maritime traffic with Porto Santo was suspended.
Donald Trump plans to appoint billionaire Steven Feinberg as his second in command at the Pentagon. Albright Colby, known for his tough stance on China, has been chosen as deputy for policy.
Pope Francis has called for a ceasefire on all war fronts during Christmas. The pontiff condemned the bombing of schools, hospitals and churches in Ukraine and Gaza.
Olga Kharlan was recognized by the Ukrainian Fencing Association as the greatest athlete of all time. The fencer has 6 Olympic medals, 6 World Championship gold medals and 8 European Championship gold medals.
Israeli Prime Minister announced the continuation of the fight against Yemeni Houthis after a missile attack on Tel Aviv. Netanyahu called on citizens to be resilient and compared the Houthis to terrorist organizations.
Syria's General Command has appointed two new ministers from the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham opposition group. Asaad Hassan al-Shibani became the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Markhaf Abu Qasra became the Minister of Defense.
Donald Trump has promised to launch the largest deportation operation in US history after his inauguration in 2025. The plan includes closing the borders and mass deportation of illegal migrants.
