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ReutersTrump calls for immediate Ukraine ceasefire, Kyiv and Moscow cite conditions
PARIS (Reuters) -U.S. President-elect Donald Trump called on Sunday for an immediate ceasefire and negotiations between Ukraine and Russia to end "the madness", prompting Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskiy and the Kremlin to list their conditions. Trump made his comments just hours after meeting Zelenskiy in Paris for their first face-to-face talks since Trump won last month's U.S. election. Trump has vowed to bring about a negotiated end to the conflict, but so far has not provided details.
- Malay Mail
After Zahid cracks open door, Khairy says never left Umno ‘in my heart’
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 7 — Former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin said he did accept offers to join other political outfit...
- Malay Mail
Health minister vows thorough probe on MO’s alleged assault on Perak doctor
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 7 — Allegations that a doctor was assaulted by a medical assistant at a hospital in Perak will be exha...
- The Telegraph
How Oct 7 led to the fall of Syria – and the retreat of Iran
They must be cursing the memory of Yahya Sinwar in Tehran’s corridors of power.
- The Guardian
Who are the Syrian rebels who have captured Damascus – explained in 30 seconds
The rebels are led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, or HTS, along with an umbrella group of Turkish-backed Syrian militias called the Syrian National Army
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Trump calls for immediate ceasefire in Ukraine and says a US withdrawal from NATO is possible
Donald Trump on Sunday pushed Russian leader Vladimir Putin to act to reach an immediate ceasefire with Ukraine, describing it as part of his active efforts as president-elect to end the war despite being weeks from taking office. “Zelenskyy and Ukraine would like to make a deal and stop the madness," Trump wrote on social media, referring to Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. In a television interview that aired Sunday, Trump also said he would be open to reducing military aid to Ukraine and pulling the United States out of NATO.
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Truong My Lan: Vietnamese tycoon in a race to repay $9 billion to avoid execution
Property tycoon Truong My Lan was one of Vietnam’s richest businesswomen. She amassed an eye-wateringly valuable portfolio of luxury homes, hotels and commercial properties all over the country and abroad – allegedly by effectively turning a major bank into her own personal ATM.
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South Korea president escapes impeachment over martial law fiasco
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol escaped impeachment Saturday over his brief declaration of martial law, after lawmakers from his ruling party boycotted a vote despite huge protests outside parliament."I will impeach Yoon Suk Yeol, who has become the worst risk for South Korea, at any cost," opposition leader Lee Jae-myung said.
- INSIDER
Syrians celebrate around the world, world readers react, as rebels topple Assad
Russia's state news is reporting that the deposed Syrian leader Bashar Assad is in Moscow, where he's been granted asylum.
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Two wars changed Syria’s fortune. What comes next is impossible to know
The swiftly changing fate of Bashar al-Assad was not really made in Syria, but in southern Beirut and Donetsk.
- The Independent
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky reveals frontline losses as Trump calls for immediate ceasefire
US president-elect Trump meets with Zelensky at reopening of Notre Dame cathedral in Paris
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Video of military police officer throwing man off bridge sparks anger in Brazil
A military police officer has been arrested in Brazil after a video emerged of him throwing a civilian over a bridge in Sao Paulo on Monday, sparking protests in the city.
- Malay Mail
Zahid: BN cannot count on past glory, moving from race-based politics to focus on issues closer to voters’ hearts
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 7 — Barisan Nasional (BN) will move from race-based to needs-based politics, its chairman Datuk Seri A...
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Donald Trump, On ‘Meet The Press,’ Again Pledges To Pardon January 6th Rioters, Says Liz Cheney And Other Committee Members “Should Go To Jail”
In his first sit-down interview since winning the presidential election, Donald Trump told NBC News’ Meet the Press that he still plans to pardon those convicted for their role in storming the Capitol on January 6, 2021, while he said that the members of committee tasked with investigating it “should go to jail.” “Honestly, they …
- The Telegraph
Are Ukrainians ready to give up land in exchange for peace?
Stopped on the streets of Lviv, a middle-aged man in a black windbreaker opened up about Ukraine’s prospects for peace.
- The Telegraph
South Korea’s ex-defence minister arrested over alleged role in martial law
Police have arrested South Korea’s former defence minister Kim Yong-hyun over his role in last week’s martial law declaration that plunged the country into political turmoil.
- The Independent
Brian Cox shares plans to avoid the US after Donald Trump victory
‘We’re in for a pretty rough old four years coming up,’ ‘Succession’ star said
- The Telegraph
‘I went to university with rebel leader Jolani – I wonder if he has really turned his back on jihad’
In 2004, a newly ascended Bashar al-Assad, eager to shield his regime from the blowback of the American invasion of Iraq, encouraged young Syrians and Muslims to cross into Iraq to resist the US occupation.
- The Independent
Trump calls for Putin to reach ‘immediate ceasefire’ deal with Ukraine as Syrian government falls
Incoming US leader says there was ‘no reason’ for Putin to back Assad ‘in the first place’
- The Independent
Trump trolls Jill Biden as he hawks new perfume: ‘A fragrance your enemies can’t resist’
Trump also met with Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky while in Paris