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North Korea’s leader slams US-Seoul nuclear submarine deal as ‘offensive act’

North Korea’s leader slams US-Seoul nuclear submarine deal as ‘offensive act’

Kim Jong Un makes remarks during his inspection of an ‘8,700-ton nuclear-powered strategic guided missile submarine’ under construction

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Security guarantees, EU entry: Zelenskyy outlines revised peace plan to end Russia-Ukraine war
24.12.2025

Security guarantees, EU entry: Zelenskyy outlines revised peace plan to end Russia-Ukraine war

Ukrainian president says Kyiv expects Moscow's comments on proposal later Wednesday, expresses readiness for a meeting with US counterpart to 'resolve sensitive issues'

Magnitude 6 earthquake jolts Taiwan: USGS
24.12.2025

Magnitude 6 earthquake jolts Taiwan: USGS

No immediate reports of damage

South Korea holds 2nd military drill under Lee administration near disputed islands with Japan
24.12.2025

South Korea holds 2nd military drill under Lee administration near disputed islands with Japan

Exercise done near disputed islands known as Takeshima in Japan, Dokdo in South Korea

Japan slams new illegal Israeli settlements in occupied West Bank
24.12.2025

Japan slams new illegal Israeli settlements in occupied West Bank

Tokyo urges Tel Aviv to ‘take appropriate measures promptly’ to prevent settler violence against Palestinians

Japan to provide $53M in aid to Syria as bilateral ties restored
24.12.2025

Japan to provide $53M in aid to Syria as bilateral ties restored

Tokyo intends to support inclusive, peaceful, and stable transition by Syrian government, says official