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For the second time in a night, Russia reports downing missiles and drones over Belgorod region
Russia's Defense Ministry says it successfully intercepted four missiles and two drones over Belgorod Oblast on January 17 using regular air defense systems.
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On January 17, the world celebrates Children's Invention Day, recognizing the achievements of young inventors in history. This day is also known for the filing of the first patent for a cable car in the United States in 1871.
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China's population has been declining for the second year in a row, falling by 2. 08 million people to 1.40967 billion in 2023, which could negatively affect future economic growth.
Ukrainian troops shoot down 11 drones during night attack on Odesa region
The Ukrainian military shot down 11 drones during a night attack in Odesa region. Debris and a blast wave from several drones damaged buildings and cars, injuring three people.
ISW explains why Belarus included nuclear weapons in its military doctrine
Belarus has included a clause in its military doctrine on the use of nuclear weapons, which reflects Russia's deployment of such weapons on its territory, according to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW). However, the likelihood of a nuclear escalation remains extremely low.
US intercepts Iranian weapons for Houthis off the coast of Somalia
The U. S. Navy intercepted a ship off the coast of Somalia that was suspected of carrying Iranian weapons for the Yemeni Houthis. The threatening ship was seized and sunk; the fate of the 14 crew members is being established.
EU adds Hamas leader to terrorist list
The EU has added Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, to its terrorist list. This designation blocks all his funds and assets in the EU.
Number of victims of drone attack in Odesa rises to three
Three people were injured in a drone attack in Odesa, including a woman and a girl, the regional military administration reports. A total of 130 civilians had to be urgently evacuated from the affected building.
Scholz: Germany will provide Ukraine with military aid worth more than 7 billion euros
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, after a telephone conversation with U. S. President Joe Biden, announced more than seven billion euros in military aid to Ukraine in 2024. This assistance is part of a joint effort to continue providing financial, humanitarian and military support to Ukraine.
The US wants to add Houthis to the list of international terrorist organizations
The United States is considering adding the Yemeni Houthi group to the list of international terrorist organizations because of their attacks on merchant ships in the Red Sea.