Shoigu Sounds Alarm on Japan’s Military Buildup, Calls for Global Vigilance
Russian Security Council chief Sergei Shoigu warns of Japan’s military shift, urging the global community to stay vigilant amid concerns over growing militarism.
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CMG Unveils ‘Galloping Steed’ Theme for 2026 Spring Festival Gala
China Media Group has revealed the theme and logo for its 2026 Spring Festival Gala: ‘Galloping Steed, Onward Unstoppable,’ embodying the Year of the Horse’s spirit of forward momentum.
Trump says Russia’s size gives it the upper hand, disputes NATO promise
In a December POLITICO interview, Donald Trump said Russia’s size gives it an advantage in the Ukraine conflict and disputed any promise of NATO membership for Kyiv.
11 Killed in Renewed Thai-Cambodia Border Clashes
At least 11 people have died in renewed Thai-Cambodia border clashes, casting doubt on a fragile ceasefire and raising regional stability concerns.
US Publishes Footage of Oil Tanker Seizure Near Venezuela
On Dec. 10, US President Donald Trump announced the seizure of a large oil tanker near Venezuela, citing “sufficient cause”. AG Pam Bondi later released declassified footage.
Fed Cuts Rates a Sixth Time, Signals Higher Bar Ahead
On December 10, 2025, the U.S. Fed cut rates by 25 basis points, the third straight monthly cut and sixth since September 2024, but cautioned that future easing will face a higher bar.
China’s Jiutian Heavy-Lift Drone Debuts for Civilian Missions
The Jiutian heavy-lift drone completed its maiden flight on December 11 in Shaanxi Province on the Chinese mainland, showcasing 12-hour endurance and 6-ton payload for diverse civilian missions.
Experts Warn Japan’s Post-War Peace Pledge at Risk
International experts warn Japan’s moves to reinterpret its post-war pacifist pledge risk a return to militarism and destabilizing the region.
Trump calls Europe “decaying” and “weak”
In a recent Politico interview, President Trump called Europe “decaying” and “weak”, criticizing its immigration policy and handling of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
WWII Enslavement: Comfort Women & Forced Labor
Japan’s WWII expansion relied on the enslavement of at least 400,000 comfort women and millions of forced laborers across Asia. Survivor accounts demand recognition and justice.