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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,405
These are the key developments from day 1,405 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
China kicks off second day of military drills around Taiwan
Day two of the ‘Justice Mission 2025’ drills will include 10 hours of live-fire exercises and a simulated blockade.
UN Security Council members condemn Israel’s recognition of Somaliland
Somalia tells emergency UNSC meeting that Israel’s recognition is part of a plan to force Palestinians to relocate.
More musicians cancel Kennedy Center concerts after board votes to add Trump’s name to the building
Recent cancellations have left the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., with gaps in programming for Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.
Bangladesh’s first female prime minister Khaleda Zia dies aged 80
Zia became the country’s first female leader in 1991 after its first democratic election in 20 years.
Dangerous winter weather causes travel chaos
Thousands of flight delays are slowing travelers in the U.S. as a dangerous mix of winter weather blankets the Midwest. Slick roads led to multiple
Spanish woman who found fame for botching fresco restoration dies
Cecilia Giménez’s effort to restore the painting Ecce Homo earned the artwork the nickname “Monkey Christ”.
How growing up in war really affects an 11-year-old
Fergal Keane has met thousands of traumatised children while reporting on conflicts. Here, he researches the long-term effect on them – and what, if anything
‘No worries’: Trump downplays Chinese military drills around Taiwan
The US President has downplayed the drills which follow a US announcement of an $11bn arms sale to Taiwan.
China launches live-firing drills around Taiwan in 2nd day of exercises aimed at further isolating the island
China launched 10 hours of live-firing exercises around Taiwan on Tuesday, the second day of Beijing’s largest-ever war games around the island, aimed at swiftly
Sky News quiz of the year: Test your knowledge of 2025
From the election of a new pope to a singer blasting off into space and a president giving a huge body of water a new
Five key takeaways from Trump-Netanyahu meeting in Florida
US president and Israeli prime minister exchange flattery as Trump threatens Iran and stresses that Hamas must disarm.
At UN, Somalia slams Israel’s Somaliland recognition as ‘threat’ to peace
Somalia says it is concerned the recognition serves as a pretext for the forced relocation of Palestinians.