Major events in today's world

Here are some of the major world news updates for today:

Afghanistan:

Pakistan carried out an airstrike in Afghanistan’s Paktika province, killing 46 civilians. This has escalated tensions between the two countries.

Ukraine-Russia Conflict:

On Christmas Day, Russia launched an attack targeting Ukraine’s energy facilities. U.S. President Joe Biden condemned the attack and announced additional military aid for Ukraine.

Kazakhstan Plane Crash:

An Azerbaijan Airlines flight crashed in Kazakhstan, killing 38 people. A video has emerged showing passengers using oxygen masks before the crash.

Palestine-Israel Conflict:

Over 45,000 people, mostly women and children, have died in Israeli attacks on Gaza. Severe shortages of humanitarian aid and essential supplies have worsened the crisis.

Canada’s Immigration Policy Change:

Canada has decided to reduce the number of foreign immigrants. In 2025, the target will be 395,000, and in 2026, it will be reduced to 380,000. This change may impact Indian job seekers.

AI Summit in France:

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in an AI summit in France, discussing the growth and applications of artificial intelligence. He also expressed pride in hosting the next AI summit in India.

Starlink in Bhutan:

Elon Musk’s SpaceX has launched Starlink satellite internet services in Bhutan, offering download speeds between 25 Mbps and 110 Mbps.

Terror Attack in Congo:

In Ituri province, Congo, a terrorist attack killed 55 civilians, and several villages were set on fire.

Tallest Water Buffalo in Thailand:

A three-year-old water buffalo in Thailand, measuring 6 feet 8 inches, has set a Guinness World Record for the tallest of its kind.

Iran-Israel Tensions:

Israel is in discussions with the U.S. about launching an attack on Iran’s oil facilities. A former Israeli Prime Minister has urged an immediate strike on Iran.

Boat Accident in Congo:

A boat capsized in eastern Congo, killing 78 people. Many are missing, and the death toll is expected to rise.

Hurricane Helen in the U.S.:

Hurricane Helen has hit the southeastern U.S., killing over 200 people. Power outages have affected homes and businesses.

Picasso Painting in Italy:

A painting found in the trash in Italy in 1962 has now been identified as an original artwork by Pablo Picasso, valued at approximately ₹500 crore (around $60 million).

Bangladesh Politics:

Speculation is rising about whether Sheikh Hasina will return as Prime Minister of Bangladesh. Analysts believe Donald Trump’s potential victory could impact the country’s political landscape.