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UN Slams World’s ‘Apathy’ in Launching Aid Appeal for 2026
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The United Nations on Monday hit out at global “apathy” over widespread suffering as it launched its 2026 appeal for humanitarian assistance, which is limited in scope as aid operations confront major funding cuts.
Benin's President Condemns A Foiled Coup Bid, Says Mutineers Are 'Fleeing'
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Benin President Patrice Talon on Sunday condemned an attempted coup that was foiled by the country's army in his first public comments since sporadic gunfire was heard in parts of the administrative capital, Cotonou.
Australian Bushfires Raze Homes in Two States; Firefighter Dies
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An Australian firefighter was killed overnight after he was struck by a tree while trying to control a bushfire that had destroyed homes and burnt large swathes of bushland north of Sydney, authorities said on Monday.
70% of Germans Unhappy with Government: Poll
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – More than two-thirds of Germans are dissatisfied with Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s government, a recent survey suggests.
Cambodian Military Again Opens Fire on the Border with Thailand: Army
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Cambodian armed forces have again opened fire on the border with Thailand, where the situation remains tense, according to a statement from the 2nd Army Area of the Thai Army.
UN Environment Assembly Opens in Kenya with Call to Safeguard Planetary Health
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) opened on Monday in Nairobi, the Kenyan capital, amid calls for a lasting solution to mounting threats facing the planet.
China, Russia Hold Third Joint Anti-Missile Drills on Russian Territory
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – China and Russia held their third round of joint anti-missile drills on Russian territory in early December, China's defense ministry said late on Saturday.
At Least 20 Homes Destroyed in Australia's NSW Bushfires
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The number of homes destroyed in bushfires in the Australian state of New South Wales (NSW) had increased to 20, including 16 in the Central Coast and four in the Mid North Coast.
US Democrats Pan Trump’s New National Security Strategy
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Several prominent congressional Democrats on Saturday slammed the Trump administration’s national security strategy (NSS), saying it favors US President Trump’s business interests and weakens US influence abroad.
Venezuela Swears In 5,600 New Troops amid US Military Build-Up
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Venezuelan army swore in 5,600 new soldiers on Saturday, as the United States cranked up military pressure on the oil-producing country.
Musk Slams EU over Fine on Social Media X
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – US tech billionaire Elon Musk on Saturday blasted the European Union (EU) for a fine slapped on his social media platform X for violating transparency rules, warning that his response would target the officials responsible for the penalty.
Incident at London's Heathrow Airport Causes Disruptions
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Multiple people were reported to be assaulted at a multi-story car park at Terminal 3 of London's Heathrow Airport on Sunday morning, said the Metropolitan Police.
Disappearance of ‘Russian Threat’ from US National Security Strategy Positive: Kremlin
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The change of the US national security strategy by the administration of US President Donald Trump, where Russia is not mentioned as a "direct threat," is a positive step, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.
Fire Kills 23 in Arpora, India’s Goa
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – At least 23 people were killed in a fire at a popular nightclub in the west Indian state of Goa, chief minister Pramod Sawant and other officials said early Sunday.
Indonesians Climb over Logs in Walk to Aid Center As Flood Deaths Rise over 900
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Residents in the Indonesian region of Aceh Tamiang climbed over slippery logs and walked for about an hour on Saturday to get aid, as the death toll from floods and landslides that hit Sumatra island this month rose to more than 900 people.
India, Russia Agree to Expand Trade, Defense Ties despite US Pressure
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi agreed to expand bilateral trade and strengthen defense cooperation.
Youth-Led Protests Sweep Germany As Merz Moves to Revive Conscription
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Thousands of demonstrators have marched in cities across Germany to protest Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s plan to overhaul the country’s military service system, accusing the government of laying the groundwork for forced mobilization.
Hot Winds Fan Dozens of Bushfires across Eastern Australia
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Dozens of bushfires burned along Australia’s eastern seaboard on Saturday, destroying several houses as a blistering heatwave set in.
