18 Palestinians killed as 46 buildings collapse across Gaza
Palestine (Washington Insider) – At least 18 Palestinians have died in Gaza due to 46 building collapses caused by previous Israeli bombardments since the October 10 ceasefire. Israel continues blocking aid; UN calls for urgent relief. As Press TV…
Uber & Lyft partner with Baidu to launch Robotaxis in the UK
UK (Washington Insider) – Uber and Lyft will test Baidu’s Apollo robotaxis in the UK in 2026, starting with dozens of vehicles. London’s Vision Zero plan and Waymo, WeRide, also expand autonomous trials globally. As International The News reported,…
Qatar & U.S. hold 7th dialogue to support Syria stability
Qatar (Washington Insider) – Qatar and the United States held their 7th Strategic Dialogue in Washington with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman and Marco Rubio, focusing on Syria’s stability, regional security, counterterrorism, and economic…
Gaza Civil Defence recovers 94 Palestinian bodies from rubble
Palestine (Washington Insider) – The Gaza Civil Defence, with the ministries of health and religious endowments, recovered 94 bodies in central Gaza City and moved thousands to cemeteries amid ongoing destruction and rescue challenges. As Ramzi…
Lebanon reports 1st phase of Hezbollah disarmament nears end
Lebanon (Washington Insider) – Lebanon is close to completing Hezbollah’s disarmament south of the Litani River, per a U.S.-backed ceasefire. PM Nawaf Salam and Simon Karam oversee efforts amid Israeli concerns and civilian returns. As Jazeera News…
Iran executes Agil Keshavarz for Mossad spying
Iran (Washington Insider) – Iran executed Agil Keshavarz, a 27-year-old architecture student, after a Supreme Court conviction for spying for Israel and carrying out Mossad operations, amid rising Iran–Israel tensions. As Nissan Tazur reported on…
Israeli settlers attack Palestinian vehicles in central West Bank
Palestine (Washington Insider) – On Saturday, Dec 20, 2025, Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian vehicles in Ein Yabroud, Ramallah. Israeli forces were present. Israel also closed all Jericho entrances, causing heavy traffic and confusion; no…
Russia hits Pivdennyi Port and Dniester bridge in Odesa region
Russia (Washington Insider) – Russia intensified drone and missile attacks on Ukraine’s Pivdennyi port and Dniester bridge, killing 8, injuring 30; Putin vows Black Sea blockade, while Mykyta highlights civilian resilience. As AAJ News reported,…
Qatar Rail reports 4.92 million passengers on Metro and Tram
Qatar (Washington Insider) – Qatar Rail reported 4.92 million passengers on Doha Metro and Lusail Tram during FIFA Arab Cup and Intercontinental Cup 2025 (Dec 1–18), highlighting key stations: DECC, Lusail QNB, Msheireb. As Fareeha Imtiaz reported…
Egypt FM Abdelatty highlights Egypt-Russia partnership 2025
Egypt (Washington Insider) – Egypt’s Foreign Minister Bad Abdelatty spoke at the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum in Cairo on Dec 20, 2025, emphasising Egypt-Russia-Africa cooperation, UN-based reforms, Action Plans 2023–2026 and 2026–2029, and…
