US, European, and Chinese firms display their products at an arms fair in Hanoi as Vietnam aims to reduce its reliance on Russian arms.

China's oil consumption is set to peak by 2027, as diesel and gasoline demand weaken, according to state refining giant Sinopec.

Iconic Australian cartoonist Michael Leunig has died at the age of 79. Leunig's death was announced on Instagram, accompanied by one of his works. Tributes flooded in following the announcement.

Debris from interceptors fired at an incoming Houthi missile is found outside the Knesset in Jerusalem. The IDF is investigating the incidents.

Israel has launched airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen in response to attacks on Israel. The strikes killed nine people and targeted ports and energy infrastructure.

Saudi Arabia is considering a bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games, and Juan Antonio Samaranch, the favorite to become the next president of the International Olympic Committee, supports the idea of taking the Games to the Middle East.

Yoav Gallant's wife reveals that their daughter was the first to inform him of the Hamas assault on southern Israel in 2023. She also discusses the demonstrations outside their home and Gallant's support for a ceasefire in Gaza.

Ukraine's President Zelensky urges EU-US unity to 'save' Ukraine and stop Putin. EU leaders discuss strengthening Kyiv's position and the EU's own position for Trump's second term. Talks also address the collapse of Assad's rule in Syria and the EU's stance on embracing the new authorities.

NGO Monitor criticizes Human Rights Watch report accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza, calling it 'pseudo report' and 'hate propaganda'

Russian President Vladimir Putin will address the nation in his end-of-year speech, discussing domestic and global issues, including Russia's war in Ukraine and potentially sending a message to the incoming US administration.

IDF Arabic spox. Avichay Adraee hits back at Houthi leader on X

The Gaza ceasefire deal is being delayed over demands for hostage lists, according to Hamas sources. Negotiations in Doha are progressing well, but there are still hurdles ahead.