December 31 Netanyahu warns of ‘eighth front’ ideological battle for American hearts and minds with Christian leaders Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns of 'eighth front' in ideological battle, telling Christian leaders that faith must confront terrorism in defense of civilization.
December 31 Russia alleges attack on Putin residence as Ukraine denies claim ahead of Trump talks Putin accused Ukraine of launching drone attacks on his residence, derailing momentum on Zelenskyy's peace plan as Russia threatens to harden its position.
December 31 Putin vows victory in Ukraine in New Year’s address amid Trump-backed peace talks Russian President Vladimir Putin's defiant New Year's message contrasts sharply with President Donald Trump's diplomatic push as Ukraine-Russia war approaches fourth year.
December 31 Putin residence drone attack dismissed as implausible as Ukraine accusations mount Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence allegedly targeted by Ukrainian drones, but drone expert Cameron Chell says the claims lack credibility due to tactical impossibilities.
December 31 Ukraine–Russia at a crossroads: How the war evolved in 2025 and what comes next President Donald Trump engaged Ukraine, Russian leaders throughout 2025 in unprecedented diplomatic push to end the war, including Alaska summit and Mar-a-Lago meetings.
December 31 ISIS exploiting Syria’s chaos as US strikes expose growing threat Despite years of defeat claims, ISIS adapts and persists in Syria's chaos, prompting major U.S. military response and raising containment questions.
December 30 Anti-Iran regime protests grow across country as Trump admin boosts demonstrators offering support U.S. officials voice support for Iranian demonstrators as protests intensify following currency crisis, with reports of tear gas and security crackdowns.
December 29 Zelenskyy says peace deal is close after Trump meeting but territory remains sticking point Ukraine's Zelenskyy says peace talks with Russia are 'very close' but territorial disputes remain the key sticking point after recent Trump meeting.
December 28 Hamas builds new terror regime in Gaza, recruiting teens amid problematic election Hamas is recruiting teenage fighters during Gaza ceasefire after Israeli forces withdrew in October. This as national security analyst Professor Kobi Michael warns about growing militant control.
December 28 Trump, Zelenskyy say Ukraine peace deal close but 'thorny issues' remain after Florida talks President Trump and Zelenskyy report major breakthrough in Ukraine peace talks, with 90% of comprehensive plan agreed upon despite ongoing territorial disputes with Russia.