Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Russia suffering heavy losses

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in an interview published Monday that the notion that Russia was winning the nearly two-year-old war was only a "feeling" and that Moscow was still suffering heavy battlefield losses, Reuters reports.

Israel begins strategic troop withdrawal from gaza, shifting focus in the conflict

In a significant development, Israel has initiated the withdrawal of some troops from the Gaza Strip, marking the beginning of the third phase of the ongoing conflict.

Visa-free: Kosovo takes a big step towards Europe

Kosovo citizens officially gained visa-free entry to the European Union on January 1, 2024, marking a significant milestone in the nation's international relations.

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.