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Israel strikes military targets inside Syria and occupies a demilitarized border area, claiming threats to its security following the fall of the Assad regime. The president of South Korea is impeached and more than a dozen African countries elected new leaders this year. Right-wing ideologies are resurgent in Europe. President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Communications Commission has taken aim at big tech and China’s influence on U.S. communications. Plus, the unique role of social media in discussing the news.
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It’s all diplomatic hands on deck in the Middle East as Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Jordan Thursday for talks with Jordanian and Turkish officials about the fall of the Syrian regime, and top Biden aides are pushing for a ceasefire in Gaza. A look at how U.S. foreign assistance is allocated and where it goes, French President Emanuel Macron is in Poland for meeting about security in Ukraine. Plus, what is "birthright citizenship" and what would happen if President-elect Donald Trump follows through with his plan to eliminate it?
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VOA is on the ground in Damascus as security and political concerns following the Assad regime’s fall still linger. Donald Trump has signaled a hands-off approach to Syria when he takes office, but how realistic is that? Russia is planning on using its hypersonic missile in Ukraine again and the International Court of Justice hears from island nations who say climate change is an existential threat.
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The Kremlin was a key supporter of Bashar al-Assad in his government's brutal attempts to defeat rebels, and that memory may make it difficult for Moscow to regain its foothold in Syria. Meanwhile, a Turkish-backed Syrian militia is moving against Kurdish forces in Syria. The corruption trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is back on in Israel. A look at the woman nominated to be the next U.S. Ambassador to the U.N., and the implications of President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to shut the U.S. Department of Education.
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A multifaceted look at Syria, the day after Bashar Assad fled to Russia. Rebels are celebrating in Damascus; politicians are eager in Istanbul, and the U.S. readies for many possibilities. In Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks of diplomacy, and BRICS countries are thinking about a new currency to replace the dollar. Plus, it’s the end of an era for Taylor Swift.
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Bashar Assad the longtime, iron-fisted ruler of Syria, has fled the country as rebels capture Damascus. The civil war lasted nearly 14 years, but what comes next is still uncertain. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump met with French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Paris. A look at trade tariffs: who benefits and who loses? Plus, the latest from South Korea, and the manhunt in New York for the suspect in the killing of the CEO of a large health insurance company
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A new report by rights group Amnesty International says that Israel is committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. Widespread protests in Tbilisi as Georgia’s ruling party withdraws its EU bid; in neighboring Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy imposes sanctions on Georgian leaders, saying they are surrendering Georgia to Russia. Turkish-backed Syrian rebels’ victories are threatening to increase tensions between Turkey, Iran, and Russia. France will soon have a new prime minister.
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Yoon Suk Yeol, the president of South Korea, faces impeachment after declaring martial law on Tuesday in an effort quell political opposition. Ukrainian diplomats are traveling the globe, trying to secure support before president-elect Donald Trump takes office. Namibia has elected its first woman president, and in the U.S., President Joe Biden faces political fallout for pardoning his son.
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South Korea’s president declares martial law, then rescinds the order. U.S. President Joe Biden is in Angola for what’s being described as the beginning of a new relationship with the continent. The success of Syrian rebels may be an opportunity for Turkey. Los Angeles is home to many undocumented migrants, and a new “sanctuary city” policy. Plus, Ukrainians are preparing for a long, cold winter as Russia continues to attack their energy infrastructure.
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In the largest escalation in the Syrian civil war in years, Syrian rebels have taken considerable ground, including most of Aleppo. The exiled Russian opposition is looking to organize a common strategy while waiting for U.S. President-elect Donald Trump to fulfill his campaign promises to end Russian President Vladimir Putin's war with Ukraine. German chancellor Olaf Scholz visits Kyiv and promises further cooperation. Trump’s conflicting views on electric vehicles and President Joe Biden’s trip to Angola. Plus, the re-opening of an iconic Parisian landmark
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Ukraine's Interior Ministry said infrastructure facilities were damaged in nine regions across the country after Russia's latest attack. Cryptocurrency investors have big hopes for the approaching presidency of Donald Trump, who campaigned this year as a champion of digital currencies. Australia approved on Thursday a ban on social media for children younger than 16 after an emotional debate that has gripped the nation and set a benchmark for jurisdictions around the world with one of the toughest regulations targeting Big Tech.
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A U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah held on its first day as thousands of Lebanese returned to their homes in southern Lebanon. Russia is facing demographic challenges as it continues its invasion of Ukraine. Following the violent dispersal of a protest in Islamabad, several protesters are dead. As Americans celebrate Thanksgiving, a look at Feed The Children’s work around the globe. Plus, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
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Israel and Hezbollah approve a deal to end the fighting between them. Russia unleashes its biggest drone attack yet on Ukraine as Moscow waits for Donald Trump to take office. Plus, a look at Trump’s pick for secretary of defense, and reaction to his controversial plan to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China.
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Special Council Jack Smith asked a judge to dismiss the charges against president-elect Donald Trump, citing the Justice Department’s policy of not indicting sitting presidents. The U.S. says it is pushing hard for a cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah and Turkey appears to be hosting Hamas officials. Plus, a look at Donald Trump's choice to lead the Environmental Protection Agency and the death toll in Sudan.
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A deal was reached at COP29 to give $300 billion to poorer countries to help them manage the effects of climate change; they say it’s not close to what's needed. Israel struck Hezbollah in Beirut; Hezbollah launched 250 shells into Israel. Business and countries around the world are preparing for Donald Trump to enact his tariff plan. Plus, a look at water in Kabul, Afghanistan: there just isn’t enough of it.
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The International Criminal Court accuses Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant of war crimes for Israel’s actions in Gaza. Russia launched a new, larger missile at a Ukrainian city. President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general withdraws from contention amid a sex scandal. Plus, a look at press freedom in Niger.
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It’s reported that Ukraine has fired British-supplied Storm Shadow long-range missiles into Russia for the first time as the U.S. and other countries close their embassies in Kyiv amid threats of a massive Russian assault. President Joe Biden and his team are hopeful that cease-fire negotiations between Israel and Hezbollah will bring at least some of the fighting to a halt. Even as he is preparing to become U.S. president again, Donald Trump still faces legal trouble in New York. Plus, what is it that motivates people to leave their home, and risk their lives moving to another country illegally?
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Ukraine uses U.S.-supplied weapons in an attack on a Russian military storage facility. Russian President Vladimir Putin updates his country’s nuclear doctrine, lowering the threshold to use nuclear weapons. A look at the G20 Summit in Rio, and COP29 in Baku. Plus, Donald Trump’s controversial pick for ambassador to Israel.
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Kyiv reacts to the news that U.S. President Joe Biden has changed his mind and will allow Ukraine to use American-supplied weapons on Russian territory. President Biden is in Brazil for the G20 as he prepares to hand power over to President-elect Donald Trump, who will take office in January with majorities in the House and Senate. Plus, a look at the President-elect's plans to use the U.S. military for mass deportations of illegal migrants.
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