Trump says he will nominate former George Soros money manager Scott Bessent to lead the Treasury Department
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump says he will nominate former George Soros money manager Scott Bessent to lead the Treasury Department.
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Malay MailAfter 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...
- Reuters
Trump 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
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.
- Associated Press
Trump calls for immediate cease-fire 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 cease-fire with Ukraine, describing it as part of his active efforts as president-elect to end the war despite being weeks from taking office. “Zelensky and Ukraine would like to make a deal," 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.
- 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
- CNN
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.
- AFP News
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.
- 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
- CNN
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.
- CNN
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.
- Deadline
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 …
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Rebels declare end of Assad rule in Syria
Islamist-led rebels declared that they have taken Damascus in a lightning offensive on Sunday, sending President Bashar al-Assad fleeing and ending five decades of Baath rule in Syria.The president's reported departure comes less than two weeks since the Islamist Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group launched its campaign challenging more than five decades of rule by the Assad family.
- 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 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 Telegraph
Investors dump French debt as political crisis grows
Investors are dumping French debt in favour of Spanish and even Italian bonds as the deepening political crisis in Paris scares off money managers.
- The Independent
Trump talks ending Ukraine war with Zelensky in ‘good and productive’ first in-person meeting since US election
Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky says the pair talked for peace in a discussion at the reopening of Notre Dame cathedral in Paris that was ‘good and productive’
- Sky News
Who are the Syrian rebels claiming control of Damascus?
Rebel forces claim to have taken control of the Syrian capital after storming through the country in less than two weeks. According to reports, authoritarian ruler Bashar al Assad has fled Damascus on a plane headed to an unknown destination, ending his 24-year rule. The initial assault on regime forces, which began in the northern city of Aleppo last week, was carried out by a variety of Mr Assad's opponents.
- Storyful
Prince William and Trump Meet in Paris Following Notre-Dame Reopening
The Prince of Wales met with US President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday, December 7, while visiting France for the ceremonial reopening of Notre-Dame cathedral.The two joined other world leaders in Paris to mark the restoration of the world-famous landmark, which was damaged by a fire five years ago.Video from Trump’s Deputy Director of Communications Margo Martin shows the pair shaking hands as they greet one another. Afterwards, the pair held a sit-down meeting at the British Embassy, according to reports. Credit: Margo Martin via Storyful
- The Guardian
‘It brings back a sense of belonging’: Bakhmut was destroyed by Russia – but the town lives on through its newspaper
Vpered, saved from destruction by intrepid editor Svitlana Ovcharenko, still gives hope and voice to a community in Ukraine