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Global News Briefs – December 29, 2025
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A roundup of international news events as of December 29, 2025, at 02:52:34 UTC.
Gaza Ceasefire Violations
Media authorities in Gaza report that Israeli occupation forces committed 969 violations of the ceasefire agreement over the past 80 days.These violations have resulted in the deaths of 418 Palestinians and injuries to 1,141 others. The Gaza strip continues to experiance a severe humanitarian crisis.
The ongoing humanitarian situation in Gaza is dire, with limited access to essential resources like food, water, and medical supplies. Further details on the specific nature of the ceasefire violations are currently unavailable, but reports suggest they include incursions into Gazan territory, restrictions on movement, and attacks on civilians. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) provides ongoing updates on the situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territory.
Iran Launches Satellites
Iran successfully launched three research satellites into Earth orbit using the Soyuz satellite carrier from the Russian Vostochny space base. This launch marks a significant step in Iran’s space program.
The satellites are intended for research purposes, though specific details about thier payloads and objectives have not been publicly released.Space.com provides background on Iran’s space program and its ambitions.
Putin and Trump Discuss Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump held a phone conversation to discuss developments in the Ukrainian crisis. The discussion focused on potential pathways to de-escalation.
President Trump stated that his discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky have yielded progress in negotiations toward a settlement of the Russian-Ukrainian war. though, he acknowledged that the status of Ukrainian territories remains a significant point of contention. The White House website is the official source for statements from President Trump.