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New Old Government in Ireland

Ireland's two traditional major parties, the right-liberal Fianna Fáil and the conservative Fine Gael, will continue in government – but now with a group of independent members as the third party instead of the Green Party, reports news agency AFP. The agreement, which is expected to be formally finalized on January 22, means a continuation of the rotation of the position of Taoiseach – Prime Minister – that the parties have used in recent years.

New Old Government in Ireland

USA lifts state terror label from Cuba

The outgoing President of the USA, Joe Biden, is to revoke Washington's designation of Cuba as a state sponsor of terrorism. .

USA lifts state terror label from Cuba

Ukraine has launched a counteroffensive in Russia

Ukraine is now launching a surprising counteroffensive in Russian Kursk, according to Russia. The information appears to be confirmed, albeit vaguely, by Ukrainian statements.

Ukraine has launched a counteroffensive in Russia

Rebel group on the offensive in eastern Congo-Kinshasa

A Rwanda-backed rebel group is on the march in eastern Congo-Kinshasa. .

Rebel group on the offensive in eastern Congo-Kinshasa

Multiple deaths in explosion at ammunition depot

An explosion at an ammunition depot near Syria's capital Damascus is believed to have claimed over ten lives. This is reported by the British-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR).

Multiple deaths in explosion at ammunition depot

Thousands demonstrate in Georgia

Thousands of Georgians have gathered in the capital Tbilisi to demonstrate against the country's government for the twelfth day in a row. .

Thousands demonstrate in Georgia

Fifth night in a row – thousands demonstrate

Again, thousands of people have gathered on the streets of Georgia to protest against the new government's decision to freeze all talks about EU membership. It is the fifth consecutive evening, and the country's prime minister promises despite this that there will be no negotiations with the opposition.

Fifth night in a row – thousands demonstrate

Deadly Israeli Air Raid on Southern Beirut

Israeli fighter jets attack southern Beirut in raids targeting Islamist Hezbollah's strongholds. A border crossing between Lebanon and Syria was also attacked.

Deadly Israeli Air Raid on Southern Beirut

New air raids against southern Beirut

An Israeli fighter jet has attacked targets in a district of southern Beirut. The air raids were carried out shortly after the Israeli military urged residents in the areas to leave their homes in the Lebanese capital.

New air raids against southern Beirut

Panic in Beirut after new Israeli bombing wave

Dozens of buildings in Beirut have been razed and thousands of Lebanese have fled their homes in panic, as Israel has launched a new wave of airstrikes. Hospitals in the affected areas are being evacuated.

Panic in Beirut after new Israeli bombing wave

UNRWA warns of "triple tragedy"

The UN's agency for Palestinian refugees, Unrwa, is preparing for a crisis on three fronts after Israel's attacks on Lebanon have escalated. We already have Gaza and the West Bank, two areas of operation that have become active front lines, says chief Philippe Lazzarini.

UNRWA warns of "triple tragedy"

Snakebite kills every sixth minute – lack of antivenom

At least every sixth minute, a person dies from a snakebite. The problem is getting worse in the wake of climate change, according to the WHO, which warns of a shortage of antidote.

Snakebite kills every sixth minute – lack of antivenom

UN on death toll in Gaza: Dark milestone

The UN's human rights chief Volker Türk speaks of a "dark milestone for the world" after a total of over 40,000 people are now reported to have been killed in the Gaza War. The figure is disputed, but may imply that every 50th inhabitant has lost their life in the hostilities.

UN on death toll in Gaza: Dark milestone

Ukraine's large-scale offensive reaches three miles into Russia

The Ukrainian ground offensive has reached nearly three miles into Russia. The offensive is, according to Ukrainian sources, much more extensive than previously stated.

Ukraine's large-scale offensive reaches three miles into Russia

Israel launches attack on Hezbollah commander in Beirut

Israel has carried out an attack targeting a leading commander within Hezbollah in Lebanon's capital Beirut. At least three civilians have been killed and over 70 injured in the attack, according to Lebanon.

Israel launches attack on Hezbollah commander in Beirut

Israel prepares response to deadly attack

Israel's government is preparing a response to the attack on the Golan Heights where at least twelve children and young people were killed. Israeli ministers have significantly escalated their tone against Hezbollah and the concern for escalation in the region is great.

Israel prepares response to deadly attack

American journalist in court – faces 20 years

The American journalist Evan Gershkovich was in court in Russian Yekaterinburg on Wednesday – 15 months after he was arrested. He is being prosecuted on unclear grounds for espionage and risks 20 years' imprisonment.

American journalist in court – faces 20 years

Republican Leader Ciotti Ousted – Prepares to Fight

The French right-wing party Republicans' leader Éric Ciotti has been dismissed by the party during a crisis meeting. The reason is that Ciotti has opened up for direct and close cooperation with the far-right party National Rally in the forthcoming parliamentary election.

Republican Leader Ciotti Ousted – Prepares to Fight

Blinken in Israel – wants to achieve a ceasefire

The USA's Foreign Minister Antony Blinken has met Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel, during a trip where he will work to try to get a ceasefire agreement in place. .

Blinken in Israel – wants to achieve a ceasefire

Soldier wives stamped as "foreign agents"

Vladimir Putin silences critics again. A group of soldier wives, a war-critical politician, and an independent media channel are the latest victims.

Soldier wives stamped as "foreign agents"