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Sydney Welcomes 2026 with Spectacular Fireworks Display – In Pictures. AI-Generated.
Sydney kicked off 2026 in style! As the clock struck midnight on December 31, 2025, the city’s skyline exploded with color, light, and life during its world-famous New Year’s Eve fireworks display. Sydney Harbour, with the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge as the backdrop, transformed into a dazzling canvas, creating unforgettable memories for locals and visitors alike.
By Aarif Lashariabout a month ago in The Swamp
Sydney Welcomes 2026 with Spectacular Fireworks Display – In Pictures
Sydney kicked off 2026 in style! As the clock struck midnight on December 31, 2025, the city’s skyline exploded with color, light, and life during its world-famous New Year’s Eve fireworks display. Sydney Harbour, with the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge as the backdrop, transformed into a dazzling canvas, creating unforgettable memories for locals and visitors alike.
By Aarif Lashariabout a month ago in The Swamp
Hamas Announces Death of Long‑Time Spokesperson. AI-Generated.
In a major update from the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict, Palestinian militant group Hamas has confirmed the death of its long-serving military spokesperson, widely known as Abu Obeida. The announcement, made on December 29, 2025, comes months after Israel reportedly killed him in an airstrike on Gaza City. This confirmation sheds light on one of the most recognizable faces of Hamas’s military communications.
By Aarif Lashariabout a month ago in The Swamp
🇬🇳 Guinea Junta Chief Wins Presidential Election by Landslide — What It Means for the Country. AI-Generated.
Guinea’s political landscape has undergone a dramatic shift as General Mamady Doumbouya, the country’s junta leader, has won the presidential election by a landslide, according to provisional results released on December 30, 2025. The election, held on December 28, marked the first presidential vote since Doumbouya led a military coup in 2021 that ousted then-President Alpha Condé. The outcome—endorsing Doumbouya with 86.72 % of the vote—raises important questions about democratic transition, political freedoms, and Guinea’s future direction. �
By Aarif Lashariabout a month ago in The Swamp
Kosovo Prime Minister Wins Snap Election to End Political Deadlock. AI-Generated.
In a dramatic turn for one of Europe’s youngest nations, Kosovo’s Prime Minister Albin Kurti and his Vetevendosje (Self‑Determination) party have secured a decisive victory in the country’s snap parliamentary election, potentially ending a year‑long political deadlock that had paralyzed the government and stalled crucial reforms. The result marks a significant moment for Kosovo’s domestic politics and its aspirations on the European stage. �
By Aarif Lashariabout a month ago in The Swamp
U.S. Offers Ukraine 15‑Year Security Guarantee as Part of Peace Plan, Zelenskyy Says. AI-Generated.
In a pivotal development that could reshape the trajectory of the nearly four‑year war in Ukraine, the United States has offered Kyiv a 15‑year security guarantee as part of a proposed peace plan, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced this week. The proposal, discussed during high‑level talks between Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump at Mar‑a‑Lago in Florida, marks one of the most significant diplomatic initiatives since Russia’s full‑scale invasion began in February 2022. �
By Aarif Lashariabout a month ago in The Swamp
Israel’s Horn of Africa Gamble Raises Tension with Arab and Muslim Rivals. AI-Generated.
In late December 2025, Israel made a dramatic and unprecedented diplomatic move by becoming the first country to formally recognize Somaliland as an independent sovereign state.* This decision has sent shockwaves through the Horn of Africa and the broader Arab and Muslim world, reigniting long‑standing geopolitical tensions and raising questions about strategic motives, regional stability, and the future of international alliances. �
By Aarif Lashariabout a month ago in 01
How Are China’s New War Games Around Taiwan Different From Earlier Drills?. AI-Generated.
China’s recent war games around Taiwan have captured global attention, not because military drills in the region are new, but because these exercises look and feel fundamentally different from earlier ones. While Beijing has conducted drills near Taiwan for decades, the latest maneuvers suggest a strategic shift—one that raises fresh concerns about regional stability and the future of cross-strait relations.
By Aarif Lashariabout a month ago in The Swamp
GUN HORROR: Brit, 29, Shot Dead in Popular Spanish Holiday Hotspot as Bullet-Riddled Body Found Near Resort. AI-Generated.
A peaceful Spanish holiday destination has been thrust into the international spotlight after the brutal killing of a 29-year-old British national. What should have been another quiet day near a popular resort area instead turned into a scene of gun horror, as authorities discovered the man’s bullet-riddled body inside a residence close to the tourist hotspot.
By Aarif Lashariabout a month ago in The Swamp
Trump News at a Glance: Progress but No Breakthrough in Ukraine Peace Talks. AI-Generated.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is once again at the center of global attention as developments around Ukraine peace talks show signs of movement—but fall well short of a breakthrough. Recent statements and behind-the-scenes discussions have fueled cautious optimism among diplomats and political observers, yet the path to ending the war remains uncertain.
By Aarif Lashariabout a month ago in Blush
Possible Oreshnik Deployment in Belarus: Why Europe Is Watching Closely. AI-Generated.
The phrase “possible Oreshnik deployment in Belarus” has rapidly moved from obscure military discussions into mainstream geopolitical debate. As reports, satellite imagery, and official statements continue to emerge, the issue is increasingly viewed as a potential turning point for European security. Whether fully confirmed or still unfolding, the prospect of Russia positioning the Oreshnik missile system on Belarusian soil has raised serious concerns across NATO capitals and beyond.
By Aarif Lashariabout a month ago in The Swamp
Volodymyr Zelenskyy Calls for 50-Year U.S. Security Guarantee for Ukraine Amid Uncertain Peace Prospects. AI-Generated.
As diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine continue, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made a powerful and far-reaching request: a 50-year security guarantee from the United States. The proposal comes at a time when talks between Kyiv and Washington appear more optimistic on the surface, yet offer little concrete evidence that peace is close.
By Aarif Lashariabout a month ago in The Swamp
