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Taiwan shaken by 6.6 magnitude earthquake

Taiwan shaken by 6.6 magnitude earthquake

Early reports show no major casualties, residents urged to follow safety protocols as aftershocks continue

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Thailand, Cambodia halt fighting which killed dozens over 20 days
27.12.2025

Thailand, Cambodia halt fighting which killed dozens over 20 days

Both sides commit to halting all armed hostilities and pledge to avoid unprovoked fire, troop advances, announces Cambodian Prime Minister's office

South Korea moves to allow public access to North Korea's primary newspaper
26.12.2025

South Korea moves to allow public access to North Korea's primary newspaper

Reclassification of Rodong Sinmun would let citizens read printed edition of North Korean daily as Seoul adjusts media rules

Thailand, Cambodia move towards final ceasefire talks over weekend
26.12.2025

Thailand, Cambodia move towards final ceasefire talks over weekend

Defense chiefs to discuss joint statement on possible ceasefire under framework of Kuala Lumpur peace deal

Russia, Kazakhstan adjusting new date for 1st Soyuz-5 rocket launch
26.12.2025

Russia, Kazakhstan adjusting new date for 1st Soyuz-5 rocket launch

Russia and its partner Kazakhstan conducting additional checks of both onboard systems and ground equipment, after which launch date will be set, says Roscosmos

Lawmakers approve motion to begin impeachment of Taiwan leader Lai
26.12.2025

Lawmakers approve motion to begin impeachment of Taiwan leader Lai

60 lawmakers vote in favor of motion, meaning Taiwan leader could be asked to defend his position before legislature