Iran

Parasta Ahmadi was arrested after a video of her concert was published, where she performed without a hijab. The artist was detained in the city of Sari, and two musicians from her band were also arrested in Tehran.

Iran has passed a law that toughens penalties for women for violating the dress code and “indecency. ” Violators face corporal punishment, fines, prison terms, and restrictions on education and employment.

The Israel Defense Forces said it could strike Iran's nuclear facilities after weakening its allies in the region. The Israeli Air Force is increasing its readiness for potential strikes despite Iran's denial of developing nuclear weapons.

U. S. lawmakers have instructed the heads of intelligence agencies to submit a report on the consequences of a possible cessation of assistance to Ukraine. The report is to assess the impact on the course of the war and threats from potential US adversaries.

Two US Navy destroyers successfully defended merchant ships from a Houthi missile and drone attack in the Gulf of Aden. The attack took place on December 9-10, there were no casualties or injuries.

The Israeli Prime Minister declared the inalienable nature of the Golan Heights from Israel after the fall of the Assad regime in Syria. Netanyahu stressed the strategic importance of the region and thanked the United States for recognizing the annexation.

Iranian officials have confirmed direct contacts with groups in Syria's new leadership. Tehran is seeking to maintain its influence in the region after the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.

In the autumn months, Russia launched more than 6,000 drones and missiles against Ukraine, which is three times more than in the previous quarter. Ukraine successfully intercepts 93% of drones, but needs more air defense systems to protect against ballistic missiles.

Israeli ground forces crossed the Demilitarized Zone on the border with Syria for the first time since 1973. The military took control of Mount Hermon and other strategic positions to protect the border.

The Israeli military attacked a Research Center in Damascus, where Iranian long-range missiles were allegedly being developed. The headquarters of Customs and military intelligence in the Kafr Souza area was also shelled.

Rebels seized Damascus and the presidential palace, and Bashar al-Assad fled the capital. EU foreign policy chief Kaya Kallas called The Fall of the Assad regime evidence of the weakness of Russia and Iran.

After meeting with Zelensky in Paris, Trump announced the need for a cease-fire and the start of negotiations. According to him, Ukraine is ready to conclude an agreement on ending the war.

Arab countries, Iran, Turkey and russia have called for a peaceful settlement of the conflict in Syria. The foreign ministers stressed the need for a diplomatic solution to the crisis to ensure regional security.

The rebels broke through the defenses and entered the suburbs of Homs, advancing 30 km from Damascus. In a week, they captured several major cities, including Aleppo, Hama and Deir ez-Zor.

The European Commission has warned Georgia about the possible suspension of the visa-free regime due to non-compliance with the conditions. The country needs to repeal restrictive laws and harmonize its visa policy with the EU.

Asma Assad and her three children went to Russia while the Syrian President himself remains in the country. The rebels have captured large areas and are approaching Homs, where thousands of people are being evacuated.

Iran has begun evacuating Quds Special Forces commanders and diplomats from Syria due to a large-scale rebel offensive. This shows the weakening of Iranian influence in the region and its ability to support the Assad regime.

Frankenburg Technologies will start testing its own anti-aircraft missiles in Ukraine in 2024. The missiles use IS for guidance and can shoot down targets at an altitude of up to 2 km.

Rebels have driven government forces out of the city of Hama, paving the way for an offensive in southern Syria. This weakens the position of Assad and his allies from Russia and Iran in the region.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga has declared his rejection of new agreements such as the Minsk agreements. Russia is seeking to create a world of zones of influence and dictate new rules by force.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine categorically rejects the accusations of the Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to the UN regarding the involvement of the Main Intelligence Directorate in supporting the rebels in Syria. The Ministry emphasizes that it is Russia and Iran that are responsible for the deterioration of the security situation in the region.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that there is an exchange of military assistance between the Russian Federation and the DPRK. Russia is receiving troops and weapons, while in return it is helping the DPRK develop its missile and nuclear programs.

Up to 750,000 tons of contraband fuel oil pass through Iraq every month, bringing Iran and its allies about. 1 billion a year. The scheme intensified after Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani came to power in 2022.

the Russian military contingent in Syria is suffering significant losses and is retreating chaotically after the success of the opposition. Moscow has suspended rotations and plans to send mercenaries from the "African Corps".

Mark Rutte warned Trump about the threat to the United States from the alliance of China, Iran and the DPRK in the event of a peace agreement unfavorable for Ukraine. The NATO Secretary General pointed out the risks of the transfer of missile technology between these countries.

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry expresses concern about the aggravation of the situation in Syria, where the war has been going on for 13 years. The conflict has resulted in numerous civilian casualties and poses a threat to regional security.

Putin discussed with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian the aggravation of the situation in Syria. Opposition forces are moving south of the country, fighting is underway in the cities of Hama, Homs and Suwayda.

The Iranian Air Force received the first two Su-35 sen fighters in a closed ceremony in Russia. The planes were transported to Tehran on an AN-124-100, and the total order was increased to 50 units.

The president explained that the request for the introduction of Allied troops will lead to the loss of half of the support of partners. The EU is currently only considering sending military instructors.

Riyadh abandoned an ambitious defense treaty with the United States in exchange for normalizing relations with Israel. Instead, Saudi Arabia is pushing for a more modest agreement on military cooperation.