Drop Site Daily: December 8, 2025
Heglig is Sudan’s largest oil field and also the main processing facility for neighbouring South Sudan’s oil exports.
Heglig is Sudan’s largest oil field and also the main processing facility for neighbouring South Sudan’s oil exports.
Sudan Doctors Network says two of the victims were pregnant and calls for immediate action to protect Sudanese women.
A drone attack by the RSF and its allied al-Hilou group on a preschool in Sudan has killed more than 100 people.
The RSF accused Sudan’s army of the attack on a vital corridor for aid and Sudanese fleeing the war.
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Pakistan News: Pakistan grapples with escalating unrest following a significant crackdown on the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP). Authorities detained hundreds and
Protestors from the hardline military-linked religious party Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan were killed by Pakistani security forces during a rare demonstration.
The far-right group, long known for blasphemy protests, is at risk of being banned by the Punjab government.
Violence erupted in Pakistan as security forces clashed with Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) supporters during a protest march aimed at supporting Palestinians. The confrontation resulted in at least five deaths, including a police officer, and numerous injuries. , Asia, Times Now
The protests by Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan, which began against the killings in Gaza by Israel, turned violent as the agitators clashed with police. It paralysed life in Islamabad and Rawalpindi for a second day.
The march, staged to protest Israeli airstrikes in Gaza and push the government on pro-Palestinian demands, saw violent clashes with a police official and many protesters being killed and injured.
![Locals look at the remains of charred vehicles following violent clashes between police personnel and anti-Israel protesters from the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) party in Muridke on October 13, 2025. [Photo by ARIF ALI/AFP via Getty Images]](https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-2240391596-1.jpg)
Jets and air defense systems were involved in the response, Warsaw said.
Putin is launching more devastating strikes on Ukraine.
Power blackouts, public chaos and loss of communication with space were all thrown at troops in seven days
A mouthpiece for Vladimir Putin said Europe needs to be 'punished'.
With France going through major government instability and facing an alarmingly high public debt, and with Europe struggling to find its diplomatic feet as the US pursues talks to end the war in Ukraine,…
Germany’s president has laid a wreath at Coventry Cathedral in central England.
Putin's ambassador to London accuses UK of 'Agatha Christie' staging the novichok crimes, that killed Dawn Sturgess, and says Russia is ready for war 'right now'.
While hailing "significant progress" in peace efforts, U.S. Ambassador to NATO Matt Whitaker acknowledged that Trump could decide to "step away" if he sees there is "no deal to be had."
President Donald Trump is claiming Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy “ hasn’t read” a U.S-authored peace proposal aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war.
Group 13 operates the Magura family of drones, which Ukraine credits with multiple strikes on Russian ships
Oil steadied as traders monitored India’s buying of Russian crude and Ukrainian attacks on its neighbor’s energy infrastructure.
These are the key developments from day 1,383 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
A top Ukrainian sea-drone commander says more complex attacks on Russian forces are expected next year as Kyiv’s uncrewed fleet continues to restrict the once-dominant Black Sea navy
A top Ukrainian sea-drone commander says more complex attacks on Russian forces are expected next year as Kyiv’s uncrewed fleet continues to restrict the once-dominant Black Sea navy.
Injured Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood ruled out of rest of Ashes series
— Guardian Australia (@australia.theguardian.com) 2025-12-09T01:26:34.827Z
School materials emblazoned with the Shell logo are shaping how children as young as 10 learn about climate change.
— Euronews (@euronews.com) 2025-12-09T01:23:28.000Z
Trump says survivors of scrutinized U.S. strike were trying to right boat before 2nd missile was fired
— Toronto Star (@thestar.com) 2025-12-09T01:22:09.930Z
Japan’s relations with China have been on the rocks. Japanese officials are bracing for more economic warfare. Compared with 2010, this time they are better prepared
— The Economist (@economist.com) 2025-12-09T01:20:07.334Z
U.S. President Donald Trump has granted Nvidia permission to ship its H200 artificial intelligence chip to China in exchange for a 25% surcharge.
— The Japan Times (@japantimes.co.jp) 2025-12-09T01:18:09.849Z
NSW fires: arson squad investigating whether bushfire that destroyed 16 homes was deliberately lit
— Guardian Australia (@australia.theguardian.com) 2025-12-09T01:05:35Z
‘It feels as if I’m working for the ATO – except for the pay’: test case could put brakes on tax office outsourcing
— Guardian Australia (@australia.theguardian.com) 2025-12-09T01:05:34.933Z
Donald Trump had reasonable concerns about how Joe Biden’s relatives enriched themselves through his service. Yet his own family is making the “Biden crime family” look small-time
— The Economist (@economist.com) 2025-12-09T01:01:08Z
High number of bear attacks possible in 2027 due to expected poor nut harvest
— The Japan Times (@japantimes.co.jp) 2025-12-09T01:01:04.351Z
Katayama urges lawmakers to cooperate to pass supplementary budget bill
— The Japan Times (@japantimes.co.jp) 2025-12-09T01:01:04.350Z
Thailand launches airstrikes on Cambodia as border tensions reignite
— The Japan Times (@japantimes.co.jp) 2025-12-09T01:01:04.349Z
Japan and China trade barbs over radar lock-on as row shows no signs of abating
— The Japan Times (@japantimes.co.jp) 2025-12-09T01:01:04.348Z
Today's top headlines:
— The Japan Times (@japantimes.co.jp) 2025-12-09T01:01:04.347Z
You’re one of the stubborn ones who refuse to let climate change fall off the radar — even when governments backslide, the news media obfuscate and the Big Fossils throw their weight around. www.nationalobserver.com/2025/12/07/o...
— Canada's National Observer (@nationalobserver.com) 2025-12-09T00:59:46.128Z
Despite new data showing that complete gender parity in decision-making is still far from a reality, Spain and Ireland have made the most progress in the past 10 years.
— Euronews (@euronews.com) 2025-12-09T00:57:52.000Z
US President Donald Trump says he has reached an agreement with President Xi Jinping to allow American chip giant Nvidia to export advanced artificial intelligence chips to China 🇺🇸 🇨🇳 u.afp.com/S7NL
— AFP News Agency (@en.afp.com) 2025-12-09T00:55:01.342Z
Jose Berrios wasn't happy being left off the Blue Jays' World Series roster. His situation hasn't gotten any better #Opinion from @gregorchisholm.bsky.social
— Toronto Star (@thestar.com) 2025-12-09T00:40:58.331Z
Caribbean countries, which are particularly vulnerable to the impact of climate change, accept generous offers to build infrastructure knowing full well that it leaves them in hock to China, one analyst says
— The Economist (@economist.com) 2025-12-09T00:40:21Z
Amazing architecture: Frank Gehry's most iconic designs
— Euronews (@euronews.com) 2025-12-09T00:34:39.000Z
The textile industry in the Bingo region in the eastern part of Hiroshima Prefecture has survived thanks to business leaders' innovations and quality that has stood the test of time. 👉 ebx.sh/iKCL8i
— The Japan Times (@japantimes.co.jp) 2025-12-09T00:30:51.999Z