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The death toll in Gaza has risen to 71,384 as of January 4, 2026, with 171,251 injured. Since the ceasefire agreement came into effect, 418 people have been killed and another 1,171 injured.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei called on security forces to brutally suppress protests, calling the demonstrators "rioters. " According to human rights activists, the death toll has risen to 15 people.
The US special operation in Caracas and the detention of Nicolás Maduro caused a resonant reaction from world leaders. The international community was divided in its assessment of the legality of Washington's actions, from full support to harsh condemnation.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will hold a telephone conversation with Donald Trump regarding the peace process in Ukraine and the Palestinian issue. The Turkish leader is also in contact with Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders on these issues.
In Iran, demonstrations caused by the deteriorating economic situation have spread to rural provinces, claiming the lives of at least seven people. These deaths may indicate increased measures by the Iranian authorities in response to the protests.
143 Israeli judges, including all current and former court presidents, have expressed concern for the safety of Supreme Court President Yitzhak Amit. This follows threats against him from Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, who called Amit a "cruel, predatory totalitarian."
In Somalia, the military, with international support, eliminated militants of the "Al-Shabaab" group.
A 23-year-old Ukrainian was detained at Okęcie Airport with a device that jams air communication frequencies. He was taken into custody after suspicious behavior and refusal to explain himself.
Finnish police detained the cargo ship "Fitburg", which was en route from St. Petersburg to Israel. It is suspected of sabotaging an underwater telecommunications cable between Helsinki and Estonia.
The American president hopes to move to the second phase of the peace plan for the Gaza Strip "very quickly. "
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The radical Palestinian group Hamas has confirmed the death of five leaders, including Mohammed al-Sinwar and Abu Obeida. This occurred during Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip. Hamas revealed Abu Obeida's real name for the first time as Hudhayfa Samir Abdullah al-Kahlout.
Oil prices were little changed on Tuesday, with Brent futures down 2 cents to $61. 92 and WTI down 5 cents to $58.03. This followed a 2% rise.
The US Department of Defense has signed an $8. 6 billion contract with Boeing to supply 25 new F-15 fighter jets to the Israeli Air Force, with an option to purchase 25 more aircraft. Work under the contract, which is part of the Foreign Military Sales program, is expected to be completed by the end of 2035.
US President Donald Trump stated that the reconstruction of Gaza would begin "very soon" during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He called Gaza a "tough place" and promised to rectify the situation.
The US President said that if Iran tries to rebuild its forces, and if it does, the US will kick its ass. However, the American leader hopes that this will not happen.
US President Donald Trump stated that Hamas must disarm before transitioning to the second phase of the ceasefire. This is a key condition for further agreements, despite the existing ceasefire agreement since October.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet with US President Donald Trump in Florida to discuss a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. The meeting comes amid fears of renewed regional fighting and criticism from Arab partners regarding Israeli strikes.
The European Union has called for the preservation of Somalia's unity and territorial integrity after Israel officially recognized the breakaway region of Somaliland as an independent state. This decision has provoked a strong reaction from African and Middle Eastern countries and international organizations.
Nine people have been arrested in Italy on suspicion of collecting 7 million euros under the guise of humanitarian aid, which was actually transferred to Hamas militants. More than 70% of the donations went to finance Hamas' military wing and support the families of terrorists.
Israel has become the first state to recognize Somaliland's independence since its de facto secession from Somalia in 1991. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signed a joint declaration with the region's president, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi.
Iranian forces seized a foreign oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, carrying approximately 4 million liters of smuggled fuel. 16 foreign crew members were detained, their nationalities were not disclosed.
The Israel Defense Forces eliminated Hussein Mahmoud Marshad al-Jawari, a serviceman of the Iranian Quds Force, in Lebanon. He was involved in planning attacks from Syria and Lebanon.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced preparations for a response after the explosion incident in Rafah, which injured an IDF officer. Hamas denies involvement, claiming the explosion was caused by old ammunition.
Thousands gathered in Manger Square in Bethlehem on Christmas Eve, where the giant Christmas tree has returned. Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa opened the celebrations, calling for a "Christmas full of light" despite the consequences of the war in the region.
The draw for the group stage of the 2026/2027 Nations League will take place on February 12, 2026, in Brussels. The Ukrainian national team will compete in League B.
The US and Iran exchanged remarks at the UN Security Council regarding the resumption of nuclear talks. Washington is ready for direct negotiations, but Tehran rejects conditions related to uranium enrichment.
The Israeli Ministry of Defense denied the government's intentions to restore civilian settlements in the Gaza Strip, stating that the military presence would be purely for security purposes. This position contradicts the "Trump Plan" for the withdrawal of Israeli troops from the enclave.
Former aide to Israeli Prime Minister Eli Feldstein stated that after the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack, Benjamin Netanyahu sought ways to avoid responsibility. According to Feldstein, Netanyahu instructed him to develop a strategy to neutralize media criticism regarding security failures.
Swedish activist Greta Thunberg has been released on bail after being arrested at a pro-Palestinian protest in London. She was detained for holding a sign in support of Palestine Action, which the British government considers a terrorist organization.