Russia Strikes Ukraine as Tensions Rise Over ATACMS Missile Authorization

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, migrant caravans are accelerating their journeys through Mexico, driven by fears of impending anti-immigration policies. Many migrants are rushing to reach the U.S. border before potential restrictions are implemented, while concerns about safety and humanitarian conditions continue to rise.

Four ETA members face trial for a failed bombing attempt on journalists in 2000, while families of imprisoned Venezuelan opposition leaders demand visitation rights.

Five sisters in Gaza, led by 15-year-old Alaa, struggle to survive as orphans after losing their father in the ongoing conflict.

The Biden administration has authorized Ukraine to use ATACMS missiles against targets in Russia, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. This decision has led to heightened tensions, with Russia warning of potential nuclear responses.

Pro-Palestinian student protests at US universities are facing increasing repression, with accusations of bias and discrimination against activists.

The 8th Sheikh Tamim Anti-Corruption Award ceremony was held in Costa Rica, honoring global efforts in combating corruption.

The Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani International Anti-Corruption Excellence Award ceremony took place in Costa Rica, honoring global efforts in combating corruption.

China is expanding its security presence in Africa through private security contractors to protect its investments, reflecting its strategic goals under the Belt and Road Initiative.

Admiral Sam Paparo warns that ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East are depleting US air defense stocks, impacting the US's ability to respond to threats, particularly from China. Ukraine continues to seek increased military support from allies, urging against appeasement of Russia as the conflict escalates.

Recent military operations by Israeli forces in Jenin have resulted in the deaths of five Palestinians, with reports of significant violence and humanitarian concerns in the region.

The U.S. has reacted to Russia's revised nuclear doctrine, which lowers the threshold for nuclear weapon use, while authorizing Ukraine to use long-range missiles against Russian targets, amidst ongoing tensions in the region.