Nach der Amokfahrt auf dem Magdeburger Weihnachtsmarkt mit mindestens vier Toten steht die Stadt unter Schock. Einige glauben ganz schnell zu wissen, welche Motive der Todesfahrer hatte. Sie schüren Hass gegen Muslime.Jan Sternberg (Sächsische Zeitung)
The United Nations has officially documented at least 12,300 civilian deaths in Ukraine as a result of the Russian war, as well as over 27,800 injuries since February 2022. — Ukrinform.Ukrinform
State supreme court races were a major focal point in the 2024 general election. Next year’s could be just as consequential.Democracy Docket
A brief video from today's Rally For Palestine... A good turnout on a cold day, we won't go away until all crimes are paid and Palestine is free...PeerTube
Ukraine and U.S. defense chiefs had a phone call on Friday to discuss the developments on the frontlines, the prospects for continued military support from the United States, as well as preparations for the meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Grou…Ukrinform
The International Monetary Fund confirmed the outlook for Ukraine's GDP growth at 4% this year and 2.5-3.5% next year, but also predicted a significant improvement in 2026 and 2027 – to 5.3% and 4.5%, respectively. — Ukrinform.Ukrinform
The PRC's claims of their desire for peace in Ukraine are radically at odds with the actions of the Chinese side, which refrains from exerting its influence on Russia, feeds its defense industry, and offers political cover for aggression.Ukrinform
How did Sen. Tommy Tuberville's latest fight with the U.S. military turn out? About as well as the Alabama Republican's previous fights.Steve Benen (MSNBC)
A source told the Guardian the situation was reaching a critical level, expressing doubts about the air defense's ability to function effectively.Martina Sapio (The Kyiv Independent)
'Când un clovn se muta într-un palat, nu el devine rege, ci palatul devine circ' (Moliere)by WikilordEUROPE SAYS (EUROPESAYS.COM)
A military spokesperson said the drones included ground systems equipped with machine guns, and kamikaze FPV drones.The Kyiv Independent news desk (The Kyiv Independent)
Boris Pistorius has come out in favor of a reform of the debt brake in order to increase funding for military defense.Martina Sapio (The Kyiv Independent)