Norway Pledges $500M in Military Aid to Ukraine
Norway will provide 5 billion kroner (~$495M) in military support to Ukraine through NATO’s Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List, supplying artillery shells, HIMARS missiles and guided bombs.
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Asia Reels from Tsunami-like Cyclones and Relentless Monsoon Rains
Deadly cyclones and relentless monsoon rains have struck Indonesia, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and more in a ‘tsunami-like’ crisis highlighting climate change risks.
China Highlights Long-Term Value of Ties With Honduras Amid Cross-Strait Outreach
China reaffirms one-China principle and long-term benefits of China-Honduras ties after a Taiwan region official’s outreach.
Japanese Lawmakers Urge PM Takaichi to Retract Taiwan Remarks
On December 2, 2025, Japanese lawmakers and scholars urged Prime Minister Takaichi to retract remarks on Taiwan, warning they undermine Japan–Chinese mainland ties and the one-China principle.
Japan Bolsters Ryukyu Defenses Amid Taiwan Region Tensions
Tokyo is fortifying the Ryukyu island chain with new missile defenses and forces, signaling a shift from its pacifist postwar stance amid rising Taiwan region tensions.
Colombia Pushes Back Against U.S. Threats: Calls for Latin American Unity
Colombia’s Foreign Ministry condemns President Trump’s recent military threat, reaffirming sovereignty and urging regional unity against external intervention in drug policy.
Pentagon Chief Denies Witnessing Controversial Caribbean Follow-Up Strike
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denies witnessing a reported follow-up strike on survivors of a drug boat in the Caribbean, citing the ‘fog of war’ amid inquiries.
UNAMA: 1.5M Afghans Living with Conflict Disabilities Amid Mine Contamination
UNAMA reports 1.5M Afghans living with conflict-related disabilities. Mine contamination covers 1,150 sq km, posing daily risks to civilians.
UN Teams Answer Gaza City Rescue Call as Winter Aid Ramps Up
UN humanitarians answered a Gaza City Civil Defense distress call this week, coordinating rescues and evacuations, while ramping up winter aid and addressing West Bank displacements.
Venezuela Rejects U.S. Court Sale of Citgo Parent
Venezuela’s vice president rejects the sale of Citgo parent company PDV Holding, calling it fraudulent after a U.S. court approved a $5.9B bid.