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The Chinese government placed sanctions on seven U.S. companies in response to the United States announcing assistance to Taiwan.

In his annual Christmas Day message, King Charles III reflected on the timeless teachings of Jesus Christ, highlighting the importance of compassion, service, and unity. Addressing the British Commonwealth, the King honored the sacrifices of military veterans, particularly those from D-Day, and expressed gratitude for healthcare workers who supported him and his family through health challenges.

President Joe Biden signed a bill officially making the bald eagle the U.S. national bird.

The United States announced that it is investigating China's semiconductor industry.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has recently signaled a shift in his approach to the war with Russia, emphasizing the importance of diplomatic solutions to end the conflict.

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides appointed a special representative for religious freedoms and protection of minorities in the Middle East.

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced Monday that the country has received $1.1 billion in financial assistance from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated Monday that significant progress has been made in ongoing hostage negotiations with Hamas, although the timeline for achieving concrete results remains uncertain

A guided U.S. missile cruiser mistakenly shot down a U.S. fighter jet over the Red Sea.

Ukrainian drones struck a major Russian fuel depot in the Oryol region for the second time in just over a week, according to local Russian officials.