US president-elect Donald Trump is calling for an immediate ceasefire and negotiations between Ukraine and Russia to “end the madness” after a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Paris. Trump took to social media platform Truth Social to urge for peace, stating that Kyiv had lost 400,000 soldiers and that negotiations should begin. Ukrainian President Zelensky responded, emphasizing the need for effective guarantees for peace as Ukrainians desire peace more than anything.
In other news, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has fled Syria and received asylum in Russia after a rebel advance seized control of Damascus. Assad’s departure raises questions about the future of Syria and the region, as thousands of Syrians took to the streets in celebration. Meanwhile, battles continue in Ukraine, with Russian forces taking control of the settlement of Blahodatne in the eastern region, and Ukrainian naval drones striking Russian-controlled gas platforms in Crimea.
As the conflict intensifies, Ukrainian children living on the frontlines are receiving support through volunteer groups called “Reindeer”, who bring holiday magic by fulfilling their wishes for gifts. However, scientists warn of the rise of “extremely pathogenic” multi-drug resistant bacteria in Ukraine, posing a threat to public health. Despite the challenges, Ukraine confirms a second delivery of F-16 fighter jets from Denmark, reinforcing their air defense against Russian aggression.
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