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North Koreans die in droves even as Russia unleashes firepower on Ukraine

Ukraine’s defence held the frontline against assaults over Christmas, but air defences remained vulnerable.

Al Jazeera

Injured North Korean soldier captured by Ukraine has died, says South Korea

First of Kim Jong-un’s soldiers to be taken was detained in Kursk region of Russia, according to Ukrainian reports

The Guardian - UK

Several Wounded N.Korean Soldiers Died After Being Captured By Ukraine: Zelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday that "several" wounded North Korean soldiers died after being captured by Ukrainian forces, as he accused Russia of throwing them into battle with "minimal protection".

International Business Times

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Crude Oil Rallies as Weekly EIA Inventories Fall

February WTI crude oil (CLG25 ) Friday closed up +0.98 (+1.41%), and February RBOB gasoline (RBG25 ) closed up +0.0139 (+0.71%). Crude oil and gasoline prices Friday rallied moderately, with crude posting a 1-week high. Crude found support Friday from a weaker dollar. Crude also has support on this week’s...

Barchart

Burning Faces and Outdated Gear: Shocking Claims About North Korean Troops in Ukraine Conflict

A little-known unit of the Ukrainian armed forces that calls itself "Khorne Group" have posted what they claim is footage of North Korean troops on the frontline.

International Business Times UK

Russia Willing To Negotiate Peace In Ukraine With US Involvement

Russia expresses willingness for peace talks with the U.S. to address the conflict in Ukraine, amid casualties and infrastructure damage.

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Slovakia Says Ready To Host Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks

Slovakia on Friday confirmed its readiness to host peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, despite Kyiv's accusation that it is playing into the hands of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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The Guardian view on arms control: essential to prevent the total devastation of nuclear war

Editorial: Over the holidays, this column will explore next year’s urgent issues. Today we look at why an unqualified belief in nuclear deterrence can’t keep us safe

The Guardian - UK

Crude Prices Supported by Dollar Weakness Ahead of Weekly EIA Report

February WTI crude oil (CLG25 ) today is up +0.70 (+1.01%), and February RBOB gasoline (RBG25 ) is up +0.0102 (+0.52%). Crude oil and gasoline prices today are moderately higher due to a weaker dollar. Crude also has carryover support from Tuesday when the API reported that weekly US crude...

Barchart

As Trump returns to the White House, and Putin’s forces advance – what next for Ukraine in 2025?

IN FOCUS: Ukraine is facing an array of issues heading into 2025, underscored by anxiety about what the re-election of Donald Trump could mean for the country’s future. Tom Watling speaks to politicians, military experts and aid workers to discover what next year could hold

The Independent UK

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,037

Here are the key developments on the 1,037th day of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Al Jazeera

Can Europe switch to a ‘wartime mindset’? Take it from us in Ukraine: here is what that means

Buy a power bank and write a will. You’ll need a ‘bug-out bag’ packed and ready to go. In Kyiv, we’ve learned how to survive Russia’s hybrid warfare, says writer Oleksandr Mykhed

The Guardian - UK

Friday briefing: Will Trump 2.0 turn America into an autocracy?

In today’s newsletter: Pulitzer prize-winning journalist Anne Applebaum says the president-elect won’t transform into a dictator – but he could set in motion an unstoppable democratic decline

The Guardian - UK

N. Korean Soldier Captured In Russia-Ukraine War: Seoul

South Korea's spy agency said Friday it had confirmed that a North Korean soldier sent to back Russia's war against Ukraine had been captured by Ukrainian forces.

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The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Nato condemns possible sabotage of Baltic Sea cables

Nato chief Mark Rutte criticises all attacks on critical infrastructure; Putin says Slovakia has offered to be ‘platform’ for any peace talks. What we know on day 1,038

Barchart

Crude Prices Close Lower on Soft US Labor Market News

February WTI crude oil (CLG25 ) Thursday closed down -0.48 (-0.68%), and February RBOB gasoline (RBG25 ) closed down -0.0119 (-0.60%). Crude oil and gasoline prices Thursday gave up an early advance and closed moderately lower. Crude prices retreated after Thursday's report on weekly US jobless claims showed US continuing...

Barchart

Crude Prices Slightly Higher on Dollar Weakness and a Decline in API Stockpiles

February WTI crude oil (CLG25 ) today is up +0.05 (+0.07%), and February RBOB gasoline (RBG25 ) is down -0.0068 (-0.35%). Crude oil and gasoline prices today are mixed. A weaker dollar today is supportive of energy prices. Crude also garnered some support today after the API reported late Tuesday...

Latin Times

Azerbaijan Mourns 38 Killed In Plane Crash In Kazakhstan

The Embraer 190 aircraft was supposed to fly northwest from the Azerbaijani capital Baku to the city of Grozny in Chechnya in southern Russia, but instead diverted far off course across the Caspian Sea. It crashed Wednesday near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan.

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Al Jazeera

Azerbaijan observes day of mourning for air crash victims

An investigation is under way into the cause of the crash that killed 38 of 67 people on board the Embraer 190 aircraft.

The Independent UK

Putin reacts to Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash at CSI summit

Vladimir Putin has expressed his condolences to the victims of the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash in Aktau, Kazakhstan.

Evening Standard

Azerbaijan Airlines flight was 'downed by Russian air defence system'

An Azerbaijan Airlines plane crashed on Christmas Day, raising speculation of a Russian missile strike

The Guardian - UK

Support for Ukraine ‘until it wins’ falls sharply in western Europe, poll finds

YouGov survey finds negotiated end to war with Russia is preferred option in four out of seven countries

International Business Times

Azerbaijani Jet Crashes In Kazakhstan, Killing 38

The Embraer 190 aircraft that was supposed to fly northwest from the Azerbaijani capital Baku to the city of Grozny in Chechnya in southern Russia, but instead flew across the Caspian Sea and went down near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan.

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Terrifying Christmas Day Plane Crash Fireball Caught On Camera Claims Over 40 Lives: “Lord Help!”

A plane crashed in a ball of fire on Christmas Day in western Kazakhstan, and more than 40 passengers are feared to be dead. The post Terrifying Christmas Day Plane Crash Fireball Caught On Camera Claims Over 40 Lives: “Lord Help!” first appeared on Bored Panda.

The Independent UK

‘I have to be here. My family understands’: Christmas on the frontline with Ukraine’s drone brigade

ON THE GROUND: In the forests near Kharkiv, Askold Krushelnycky speaks to soldiers spending Christmas fighting a hi-tech battle against Vladimir Putin’s forces

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