Israel investigates Hamas-led massacre: Unprecedented legal proceedings

In a significant post-conflict development, Israel is investigating the massacre carried out on October 7, 2023, by the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas and its affiliated factions.

EU helm shifts: Belgium prioritises Ukraine, future, and unity

Belgium officially took over the rotating presidency of the European Union at midnight today, marking the 13th time the nation has held the mantle, as reported by digi24.ro.

China reiterates reunification, Taiwan holds firm before elections

Chinese President Xi Jinping's New Year's address affirmed Beijing's unwavering commitment to "inevitable" reunification with Taiwan, marking a firmer tone just weeks before Taiwan's crucial presidential and parliamentary elections.

Amid global tensions, NATO pledges european security

Acknowledging ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, NATO Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoană characterised 2023 as a "difficult year."

Iohannis emphasizes Romania's resilience despite challenges in 2023

President Klaus Iohannis acknowledged the significant challenges and uncertainties that Romania will face in 2023 during his annual New Year's address.

Germany braces for more floods: Scholz visits impacted communities

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visited flood-impacted areas in Lower Saxony on Sunday, underscoring the ongoing threat posed by heavy rains that have swept across several regions for a week.

Night aerial assault: Ukrainian response halts 21 Russian attack drones

In a swift and determined response, the Ukrainian military reported the destruction of 21 out of 49 attack drones launched by Russia in the overnight aerial attack, as announced by Kiev's air forces on Sunday morning.

Schengen soars: Air & Sea travel free in Bulgaria & Romania

Europe's free movement zone is set to take flight in 2024, as Bulgaria and Romania prepare to join the Schengen area for air and sea travel, according to a European Council’s statement.

Poland finds no Russian rocket parts after airspace breach

Poland ended a ground search on Saturday after finding no parts of a suspected Russian rocket which it said had violated the country's airspace on Friday morning, the Polish army said, Reuters reports.

Increased security measures in Europe on New Year's Eve. France raises helicopters and drones

Europe prepares to welcome 2024 with increased security measures. Police officers will patrol through European capitals where very strict controls will be imposed. The authorities say that the measures were taken preventively to avoid incidents related to terrorism, especially in the context of the war between Israel and Hamas, reports Digi24.ro.

Russia shoots down 32 Ukrainian drones, officials report

Thirty-two Ukrainian drones were shot down over Russia, Moscow officials reported, a day after an 18-hour aerial barrage across Ukraine killed at least 32 civilians, The Guardian reports.

Zelensky appears in Avdiivka, meets troops on front line

President Volodymyr Zelensky posted a video on Friday, Dec. 29, while standing in front of a sign saying “Avdiivka is Ukraine.” The video was filmed on what appears to be the entry road into the embattled town at risk of being encircled from three sides, Kyiv Post reports.