December 19, 2025

UN Report Shows Gaza Food Supplies Improving but 100,000 in Catastrophic Condition

UN-backed experts say food supplies in Gaza have improved since the ceasefire, but 100,000 people still face severe hunger. Half a million live in famine-hit areas. Israel denies the report’s claims. The situation remains highly fragile with risks if violence resumes.

December 19, 2025

Ukraine Strikes Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker with Drones in Mediterranean Sea

Ukraine launched a drone attack on a Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker near Libya, marking its first such strike in the Mediterranean. The tanker suffered critical damage, disrupting Russia’s sanctions-evading oil exports.

December 19, 2025

ED Seizes ₹19 Crore Cash, Gold, Silver in Donkey Route Illegal Immigration Probe

The Enforcement Directorate seized ₹4.68 crore cash, gold and silver bars worth over ₹14 crore from 13 locations in Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi. This is part of a money laundering case linked to illegal immigration to the US via the dangerous Donkey Route.

December 19, 2025

TikTok Strikes US Deal with Oracle to Secure Future Amid Security Concerns

TikTok has made a major joint venture deal with Oracle and others to secure its US operations, ending years of uncertainty and addressing political concerns over data and security.

December 19, 2025

South Africa Denies US Claims After Refugee Centre Raid Sparks Diplomatic Tensions

South Africa rejects US accusations of harassing American officials during a raid on a refugee centre processing Afrikaner applications. The US warns of 'severe consequences', but Pretoria insists it respects data security and law.