Russia and India sign multi billion weapons deals in New Delhi
In New Delhi, Russia and India signed weapons deals totaling about 2.9 billion dollars. A 1.6 billion contract covers 42 Sukhoi Su-30 fighters to be license built in India and 1.3 billion for 71 Mil Mi-17 helicopters. Putin and Singh touted stronger military and technical cooperation amid regional security talks.
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Gaza rockets and war laws under review by HRW
Human Rights Watch said Gaza militants violated laws of war by launching hundreds of rockets at Israeli civilians during the eight day fighting. The Israeli military reported 1,500 rockets fired at Israel, including strikes from Gaza into Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, killing three Israeli civilians and wounding dozens while Israeli assaults killed 169 Palestinians.
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Policewoman kills US adviser in Kabul
An Afghan policewoman and mother of four shot and killed a US contractor in a high security Kabul compound outside the police headquarters near the governor’s office, courts and prison. She held a police license to carry a weapon.
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Bethlehem Christmas Celebrations Highlight Statehood Joy
Christians from around the world fill Manger Square in Bethlehem to mark Jesus birth as the UN recognizes a Palestinian state. Latin Patriarch Fouad Twal says freedom path remains long but celebrations are doubly joyful, amid barrier walls and eased crossing restrictions.
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Chile street dogs join protests as mascots and companions
In Santiago Chile stray dogs roam with students and workers on daily demonstrations pressuring for education reform and wealth redistribution. Blacky the mutt has become a visual mascot as police deploy water cannons and tear gas, while volunteers and officers note dogs drift between protesters and authorities.
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Police shutdown in New Delhi to halt India protests
Police and paramilitary forces blocked central New Delhi streets to end a week of demonstrations over a brutal bus gang rape. Authorities pledged tough action to curb crimes against women as traffic froze and a small protest near parliament pressed for security assurances. The Dec 16 assault sparked nationwide outrage and left the victim in critical condition.
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