Israel withdraws thousands of Gaza troops signaling new phase
The Israeli military confirms a multi-brigade pullout from Gaza in coming weeks. The move, tied to a shift toward a lower intensity campaign against Hamas, follows Supreme Court rulings on Netanyahu reforms and amid international pressure over civilian harm.
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Israel Supreme Court overturns key part of Netanyahu plan
Israel's Supreme Court struck down a July law that barred judges from overruling government decisions deemed unreasonable. The 8-7 ruling cited severe harm to Israel as a democratic state. Justice Minister Yariv Levin denounced the decision, calling for unity for the soldiers at the front.
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Iran deploys destroyer to Red Sea after U S sinks Houthi boats
Iran sends the Alborz destroyer through Bab El Mandeb toward the Red Sea after the U S destroyed three Houthi boats. The move heightens risk in a volatile channel that handles about 12 percent of global commerce and challenges a U S led maritime task force. Authorities say the action follows U S attacks on Houthi targets amid broader Iran Yemen Israel Gaza tensions.
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Israel presses toward control of northern Gaza amid ongoing battles
Israel nears authority over most of northern Gaza signaling reduced ground presence while heavy fighting persists in southern Gaza where Hamas remains capable. The war after the Oct 7 attack has killed over 21 900 in Gaza and displaced about 85 percent of its population.
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Russia launches record 90 drones at Ukraine on New Year
Russia fired a record ninety Shahed drones at Ukraine during New Year hours. President Vladimir Putin vowed intensified strikes while stressing military targets only, after Belgorod death toll rose to 25 with over a hundred wounded.
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Tense Quake Strikes Western Japan Killing Several
A series of powerful earthquakes hit western Japan with at least four confirmed deaths in Ishikawa and injuries reported as aftershocks followed a magnitude 7.6 event. Residents were urged to avoid damaged homes while rescue crews, including the military, battled fires and searched for victims.
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Kim Jong Un vows three more satellites and drones in 2024
North Korea leader Kim Jong Un pledged to launch three additional military spy satellites, produce more nuclear material, and field attack drones in 2024. He called for overwhelming war readiness as US threats escalate. The remarks were made at a Workers’ Party meeting outlining next year’s state goals.
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