Top world news stories as of December 24, 2025, include escalating U.S. pressure on Venezuela condemned by Russia and China at the UN, Sudan’s peace plan amid its humanitarian crisis, and progress in Ukraine-Russia peace talks.
Americas and U.S. Foreign Policy
- Russia and China condemned U.S. actions against Venezuela at a UN Security Council meeting, including oil vessel seizures and bombings of alleged drug boats; the Trump administration plans maximum sanctions on Maduro to push regime change, while Venezuela enacts anti-piracy laws.[1][2]
- U.S. pressure on Venezuela is described by analysts as incentivizing Maduro to step down amid military actions in the Caribbean and Pacific.[3]
Middle East and Israel-Gaza
- Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz vowed Israel will never leave Gaza and suggested military outposts in the north, later walking back full resettlement comments.[1]
- An Israeli Golani Brigade officer was lightly wounded by an explosive in Rafah during operations against Hamas infrastructure.[4]
- Gaza’s Christian community prepares for Christmas amid a ceasefire, celebrating a “new beginning” at the damaged Holy Family Church after two years of war; thousands revive traditions in Bethlehem’s Manger Square.[3]
Ukraine-Russia Conflict
- Ukraine’s Zelenskyy stated a peace deal is “much closer” after revealing a 20-point U.S.-negotiated plan under Moscow review; U.S.-Ukraine consensus reached on key issues, though territorial disputes persist.[3]
- Ukrainian forces block Russian advances near Huliaipole using infantry and drones; recent massive Russian strikes with 635 drones and 38 missiles caused power cuts, with most intercepted.[3]
Africa
- Sudan’s prime minister presented a UN-monitored peace plan for ceasefire and Rapid Support Forces withdrawal amid the world’s worst humanitarian crisis since 2023; ongoing fighting includes army recapture of a North Kordofan town and a measles outbreak in Darfur.[1][2]
- South African police arrested 11 after a pub shooting killed 10.[3]
- Guinea’s junta leader is favored to win the first election since the 2021 coup.[3]
- Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger plan joint large-scale operations against extremists.[3]
Europe and Russia
- An explosion in Moscow killed three, including two police officers, days after a car bomb killed a general.[3]
- South Korean lawmakers passed a bill imposing heavy penalties on media for false information, despite censorship concerns.[3]
Other Notable Developments
- Yemen’s government and Houthis agreed to release 2,900 detainees in the war’s largest exchange.[3]
- Thailand and Cambodia to resume ceasefire talks after border clashes.[7]
- Libya’s military chief and four others died in a plane crash in Turkey.[3]
These stories reflect reports from major outlets like Democracy Now, ABC News, and others, focusing on conflicts, diplomacy, and humanitarian issues.[1][2][3]
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