The city of El-Obeid faced a total power blackout on Sunday following a drone strike targeting its main power station. The Sudanese Electricity Company confirmed that the attack caused a massive fire in the generator hall, knocking the facility offline. This escalation comes as the Sudanese Army and Joint Forces make strategic gains in the "Kazgail" axis, attempting to clear a supply route to the besieged city of "Dilling," which is currently grappling with severe famine and

Following the high-stakes U.S. military operation "Southern Spear" that led to the capture of Nicolas Maduro, Venezuela’s Supreme Court has appointed Vice President Delcy Rodríguez as acting president. While Caracas labels Maduro’s detention a "kidnapping by foreign aggression," President Donald Trump revealed that Secretary of State Marco Rubio has already established a direct line with Rodriguez. Trump described her as "ready to do what is necessary," signaling a pragmatic

President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Sunday that Russia marked the first week of 2026 with a massive aerial campaign, deploying over 1,000 drones and 1,070 glide bombs against Ukraine. Speaking at a high-level security meeting in Kyiv, Zelensky emphasized that while diplomacy is the priority, Ukraine remains prepared to defend itself should Moscow block a just peace. He called on allies for "predictable" military aid to force Russia toward the negotiating table. On the d

The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated on Wednesday that it is "closely monitoring with concern" the rapidly evolving situation in Yemen. Reaffirming its commitment to the unity and territorial integrity of Yemen, Paris emphasized its respect for the authority of the Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) and the legitimate government. France called for a diplomatic solution in line with the UN Security Council’s recent declarations to prevent further regional instabili

Syria’s Interior Minister, Anas Khattab, issued a stern "final warning" on Wednesday to the remnants of the former regime, cautioning against further attempts to spread chaos, killing, or sabotage. Khattab emphasized a paradigm shift in the nation’s security philosophy, stating that the mission is now "to protect citizens, not terrify them." He asserted that the state remains the sole guarantor of safety and rights, vowing zero tolerance for those undermining national stabili

The appearance of Egypt’s newest Rafale F4.1 in French skies marks a strategic milestone in Middle Eastern airpower. Israeli military outlets, including Natziv  and Israel Defense , report that the F4.1 standard transforms the jet into a "Combat Network Hub." Key features causing alarm include the "Scorpion" helmet, which allows "eye-steering" weapon targeting, and the upgraded "SPECTRA" electronic warfare suite, giving the jet "semi-stealth" capabilities. Furthermore, its ab

The Horn of Africa has reached a strategic breaking point following revelations of Israel's intent to establish military bases in the breakaway region of "Somaliland." This move has forged an unlikely alignment between Cairo and Beijing. Egypt views the Israeli presence as a direct threat to Suez Canal maritime security and a leverage point in the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) dispute. Meanwhile, China identifies this expansion as a sabotage of its "Belt and Road Ini

Russia’s General Staff announced Wednesday that President Vladimir Putin has ordered the expansion of the "buffer zone" in Ukraine's Sumy and Kharkiv regions starting in 2026. This move aims to push Ukrainian forces further from the Russian border. Simultaneously, Major General Alexander Romaninkov detailed a "terrorist attack" involving 91 long-range drones that targeted Putin’s residence in Novgorod between December 28-29. Moscow claims the drones were launched from Sumy an

A report by the Times of Israel  reveals that President Donald Trump is intentionally lavishing praise on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in public to keep their significant disagreements private. This calculated strategy aims to project a "united front," making Netanyahu more inclined to comply with U.S. requests, specifically the transition to Phase 2 of the Gaza peace plan. This phase involves establishing a post-war governing body to replace Hamas and fully reopening th

According to an Axios  report, President Donald Trump and his top aides pressed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to alter Israel's policies in the occupied West Bank during their Mar-a-Lago summit on Monday. The White House reportedly warned that violent escalation in the territory could derail the implementation of the Gaza ceasefire and stifle efforts to expand the Abraham Accords—a key priority for Trump’s current term. During the discussions, which included Secretary of

The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a stern statement on Tuesday, expressing deep "regret" over Emirati pressure on Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces to conduct military operations near the Saudi border in Hadramout and Al-Mahrah. Riyadh declared these movements a "red line" and a direct threat to its national security. This escalation follows a Coalition report identifying unauthorized arms shipments from Fujairah to Al-Mukalla, which led the Coalition to c

A major diplomatic crisis has erupted following Moscow's accusation that Kyiv launched 91 drones targeting President Vladimir Putin’s official residence in Novgorod. The Kremlin labeled the strike a "terrorist attack" and informed U.S. President Donald Trump that Russia would now "re-evaluate" previous negotiation milestones. While President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed the claims as a "lie" fabricated to justify further Russian aggression, Trump expressed concern, stating th

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te struck a conciliatory tone on Tuesday, pledging that his administration would act responsibly and avoid provoking Beijing or escalating tensions. His statement came as China entered the second day of military drills simulating a blockade of the island. "We will act with responsibility, without escalating tensions or inciting conflicts," Lai posted, aiming to project stability amidst the ongoing military pressure. However, Beijing maintained it

British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah issued a formal apology on Monday for past social media posts that he described as "shocking and painful." These posts, dating back to between 2008 and 2014, surfaced following his recent return to London, sparking a political crisis for Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government. Abd El-Fattah stated that the tweets were expressions of youthful "anger and frustration" during regional crises, though he acknowledged that some were una

Egypt has launched a swift diplomatic offensive following Israel's recognition of "Somaliland." During a ministerial session of the African Union Peace and Security Council, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty called for an emergency meeting to address this development. Abdelatty condemned the Israeli move as a "flagrant violation" of international law and the AU Constitutive Act, emphasizing that Egypt stands firmly against any unilateral actions that jeopardize Somalia

According to a New York Times  analysis, 2026 is set to be the ultimate year of reckoning for Benjamin Netanyahu. The Israeli Prime Minister, known for his "procrastinate-and-survive" strategy, is now facing a perfect storm of internal and external pressures. Domestically, he is caught between the Haredi conscription crisis, which threatens his coalition, and a judiciary pushing forward with his corruption trial. Externally, tensions with the Trump administration are mounting

In a damning conclusion to a year-long investigation, Special Counsel Min Jung-ki announced on Monday that Kim Keon-hee, the wife of former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, extensively interfered in state affairs in exchange for bribes and luxury goods. The prosecution alleges that Kim leveraged her position to influence high-level government appointments. While Kim denies all wrongdoing, prosecutors have requested a 15-year prison sentence, with the first court verdict

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Monday a strategic framework for ending the war with Russia, centered on a 20-point peace plan. Zelensky emphasized that for any agreement to be viable, it must be co-signed by four key parties: Ukraine, Russia, the United States, and Europe. Furthermore, he stated that the proposal would be subject to a national referendum in Ukraine, a process that would require a ceasefire of at least 60 days to be implemented effectively

Gaza faced a dual onslaught this Monday morning as Israeli air and artillery strikes targeted multiple regions, while a severe winter storm devastated makeshift displacement camps. Military operations were concentrated in Rafah and Khan Younis in the south, the Bureij camp in the central district, and northeastern areas. Artillery shelling specifically hit the "Mawasi Rafah" region, alongside direct gunfire toward residential homes, further exacerbating the humanitarian catas

The Houthi movement in Yemen issued a stern warning late Sunday, declaring that any Israeli presence in the breakaway region of "Somaliland" will be treated as a "legitimate military target." Following Israel’s historic decision to become the first nation to recognize Somaliland’s sovereignty, Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi slammed the move as an "aggressive conspiracy" aimed at destabilizing Somalia, Yemen, and the broader Red Sea region. The group vowed to take "all po