Pope calls for two-state solution in Christmas address
Pope Francis urged a negotiated two-state solution to end the Israeli Palestinian conflict in his Urbi et Orbi message at St. Peter's Basilica. He cited rising tensions after President Trump recognized Jerusalem as Israel's capital and echoed calls for dialogue and coexistence within internationally recognized borders. He spoke to tens of thousands, highlighting suffering of Middle East children amid the dispute.
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Topless activist interrupted Nativity scene at Vatican
A Femen activist clad topless attempted to seize the baby Jesus statue in St. Peter’s Square two hours before Pope Francis addressed the crowd. Police detained Alisa Vinogradova after she shouted God is woman and branding her sextremist. The incident occurred amid Vatican tensions and amid Francis urging care for children harmed by war and displacement.
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Typhoon Tembin Threatens Vietnam After Philippines Toll Rises
Vietnam braces for Typhoon Tembin as authorities move more than 1 million people from low lying coastlands and prepare oil rigs and vessels for possible closure amid rising Philippine deaths and widespread floods. In the Philippines the toll exceeds 230 with many missing as rescue teams reach remote towns on Mindanao.
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North Korea fuel limits unlikely to shake regime
U N Security Council imposes tighter controls on North Korea economy after the missile test, targeting refined petroleum imports and worker repatriation. Analysts say the sanction is likely to hurt ordinary North Koreans more than curb Kim Jong Un's nuclear push, with impacts felt in nonessential sectors as supplies shrink.
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