Conflicts & Security

BBC

December 14, 2025

German Youth Resist Military Service Plans Amid Defense Reforms

Young Germans stage protests against new voluntary military service proposals as Berlin seeks to strengthen national defense capabilities following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

#Germany #military-service #NATO

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The New York Times

December 13, 2025

Germany Accuses Russia of Escalating Hybrid Warfare Campaign

German foreign ministry formally accuses Russia of orchestrating sabotage operations, cyberattacks, and disinformation campaigns, marking a significant diplomatic escalation.

#hybrid-warfare #germany-russia-relations #cybersecurity

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Al Jazeera

December 13, 2025

VR Technology Provides Mental Relief for Gaza's War-Injured Children

Virtual reality headsets are being used to help traumatized Palestinian children in Gaza escape the harsh realities of ongoing conflict and find psychological respite.

#Gaza conflict #virtual reality therapy #Palestinian children

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BBC

December 13, 2025

China's Military-Style Teen Schools Face Abuse Allegations

BBC investigation reveals systematic deception and abuse at Chinese institutions designed to reform 'rebellious' teenagers through military-style discipline.

#China #human-rights #education-policy

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Deutsche Welle

December 13, 2025

IS Gunman Kills US Personnel in Syria After Assad's Fall

Two US service members and a civilian were killed by an Islamic State gunman in central Syria, marking the first deadly attack since Assad's ouster.

#Syria #ISIS #US military

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Al Jazeera

December 13, 2025

Myanmar Military Defends Hospital Bombing That Killed Dozens

Myanmar's military justifies deadly hospital attack claiming armed groups used facility, as UN warns strike may constitute war crime.

#Myanmar #war crimes #hospital bombing

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The Guardian

December 13, 2025

Colombian ELN Rebels Launch Military Drills After Trump Cocaine Threats

Colombia's ELN guerrilla group orders civilians to stay indoors during three-day military exercises, responding to Trump's threats against cocaine-producing nations.

#Colombia #ELN #Trump

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BBC

December 13, 2025

US Proposes Special Economic Zone in Ukraine's War-Torn Zaporizhzhia

President Zelensky reveals US plans for economic reconstruction zone in frontline Zaporizhzhia region, while nuclear plant control remains disputed in peace negotiations.

#ukraine-war #zaporizhzhia #us-foreign-policy

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France 24

December 13, 2025

US Accuses Rwanda of Driving DRC Towards War as M23 Violence Escalates

The United States has accused Rwanda of leading the region towards war as M23 rebels backed by Kigali killed over 400 civilians in eastern DRC, defying a US-brokered peace deal.

#Rwanda #DRC #M23

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The Guardian

December 13, 2025

Burkina Faso Releases 11 Nigerian Troops After Diplomatic Tensions

Burkina Faso releases 11 Nigerian military personnel after their cargo plane made an unauthorized emergency landing, highlighting growing regional tensions in West Africa.

#Burkina Faso #Nigeria #West Africa

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France 24

December 12, 2025

Denmark Warns: US-Europe Rift Benefits Russia and China

Danish intelligence warns of unprecedented external threats as transatlantic divisions risk empowering adversaries. Experts debate Trump's perception versus European reality.

#NATO #transatlantic-relations #Denmark

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The New York Times

December 12, 2025

M23 Rebels Capture Uvira as Congo Peace Deal Crumbles

M23 rebels seize strategic Uvira city in eastern Congo, undermining recent US-brokered peace efforts and escalating regional tensions.

#M23 #Congo #Africa

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