Conflicts & Security

Deutsche Welle

December 01, 2025

Russian Language Persists in Kyiv Schools Despite Ukraine War

Despite ongoing conflict and Ukrainization efforts, Russian remains common in Kyiv school playgrounds, revealing complex linguistic and cultural dynamics.

#Ukraine #Russia #language-policy

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France 24

December 01, 2025

Deadly Floods Kill 1,000+ Across Asia as Military Mobilizes

Over 1,000 people have died from severe flooding across four Asian nations, prompting military deployment in Sri Lanka and Indonesia for rescue operations.

#Southeast Asia #natural disasters #climate security

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The Guardian

December 01, 2025

UK Seeks Erasmus Return as Brexit Relations Warm with Brussels

Britain aims to rejoin EU's Erasmus student exchange program by 2027, signaling improved post-Brexit relations despite previous claims the scheme lacked value.

#Brexit #UK-EU-relations #Erasmus-program

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BBC

December 01, 2025

West Bank Settler Violence Hits Record High, Dividing Israeli Society

UN reports over 260 settler attacks in October alone injured Palestinians and damaged property, creating unprecedented internal tensions within Israeli society over West Bank policies.

#Israel #Palestine #West Bank

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Al Jazeera

December 01, 2025

Gaza Students Return to Class After Two Years of War at University

Palestinian students resume in-person classes at Gaza's Islamic University after two years of conflict, marking a significant step toward educational recovery in the besieged territory.

#Gaza #Palestine #education

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BBC

December 01, 2025

Deadly Israeli Strike in Syria Kills 13 in Deadliest Raid This Year

Israel's military operation in southern Syria's Beit Jinn village killed 13 people, marking the deadliest raid in months and escalating regional tensions.

#Israel #Syria #Middle East

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Deutsche Welle

December 01, 2025

Germany Warns of Food Security Crisis as Minister Calls for Preparedness

German farming minister raises urgent concerns about national food security vulnerabilities, calling for enhanced emergency preparedness measures amid global supply chain uncertainties.

#food security #Germany #European Union

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Al Jazeera

December 01, 2025

Venezuela Denounces Trump's Airspace Warning Amid Rising Tensions

Venezuela strongly condemns Trump's declaration that its airspace should be considered closed, escalating diplomatic tensions between the two nations.

#Venezuela #Donald Trump #geopolitics

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The New York Times

December 01, 2025

Trump Team Meets Ukraine Officials After Russia Peace Plan Controversy

Top Trump administration officials meet Ukrainian representatives in Florida following backlash over Russian-influenced peace proposal.

#Ukraine #Trump administration #Russia conflict

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France 24

December 01, 2025

Global Arms Sales Hit Record $679B as Wars Fuel Military Spending

World's top 100 arms manufacturers achieved unprecedented $679 billion in sales, driven by conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza despite production challenges.

#arms-sales #defense-industry #ukraine-war

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BBC

December 01, 2025

WWI-Era Toxic Compound Used Against Georgian Protesters - BBC Report

BBC investigation reveals Georgian authorities likely used camite, a World War I-era toxic chemical compound, against anti-government demonstrators in recent protests.

#Georgia #human rights #chemical weapons

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Deutsche Welle

December 01, 2025

Germany Battles Rising Youth Extremism Crisis Across Political Spectrum

Young Germans increasingly turn to religious and right-wing extremism, prompting urgent government action to counter radicalization trends threatening social stability.

#Germany #extremism #youth-radicalization

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