December 11, 2025
US
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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The day began with continued focus on President Trump's economic policies, including his 'hoax' claims about affordability. However, media attention quickly shifted to the US seizure of an oil tanker off Venezuela's coast, an action Caracas condemned as 'international piracy,' dominating headlines throughout the morning and early afternoon. Concurrently, reports emerged of a new lawsuit against Trump over boat strikes, building on previous days' military action discussions.
By early evening, the Senate's rejection of competing healthcare bills became a major development, signaling that Obamacare subsidies were set to expire, leading to rising costs for millions. This legislative failure was widely covered, highlighting the political stalemate. Later in the evening, a significant setback for President Trump occurred when the Indiana Senate rejected a Republican-drawn redistricting plan, a rare defiance from within his own party.
By early evening, the Senate's rejection of competing healthcare bills became a major development, signaling that Obamacare subsidies were set to expire, leading to rising costs for millions. This legislative failure was widely covered, highlighting the political stalemate. Later in the evening, a significant setback for President Trump occurred when the Indiana Senate rejected a Republican-drawn redistricting plan, a rare defiance from within his own party.
Israel
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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The day's dominant story was the release of newly uncovered footage showing six hostages, later murdered by Hamas, lighting Hanukkah candles in captivity. This emotional video became a central focus across Israeli media throughout the afternoon and evening.
Concurrently, Storm Byron wreaked havoc nationwide. Morning reports highlighted its peak, bringing strong winds and floods. By early afternoon, widespread flooding in Yavne led to emergency declarations and numerous rescues, with two girls injured by a falling tree in Rishon LeZion. Later, a Netanya man was found dead from hypothermia, and road closures became widespread.
Earlier, the Bank of Israel issued a critical report against the conscription law, citing its deficiencies and ineffective economic sanctions, a topic that garnered significant attention in the morning.
Concurrently, Storm Byron wreaked havoc nationwide. Morning reports highlighted its peak, bringing strong winds and floods. By early afternoon, widespread flooding in Yavne led to emergency declarations and numerous rescues, with two girls injured by a falling tree in Rishon LeZion. Later, a Netanya man was found dead from hypothermia, and road closures became widespread.
Earlier, the Bank of Israel issued a critical report against the conscription law, citing its deficiencies and ineffective economic sanctions, a topic that garnered significant attention in the morning.
Germany
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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The day's dominant narrative revolved around the significant policy shift concerning the future of internal combustion engines. Early reports indicated a potential agreement to scrap the EU ban on these engines, with the Bild and merkur.de highlighting the development in the early afternoon, shifting from earlier domestic policy discussions on the heating law and Bürgergeld.
By late afternoon and evening, multiple sources, including merkur.de, FAZ, and Welt, confirmed the reversal of the controversial EU plan. Concurrently, Donald Trump's vision for Europe and potential alliances, including his aim to challenge the EU, gained increasing traction throughout the day, building on previous days' discussions of his anti-EU stance. The AfD's growing local political influence and a delegation visit to the USA also continued to be reported.
By late afternoon and evening, multiple sources, including merkur.de, FAZ, and Welt, confirmed the reversal of the controversial EU plan. Concurrently, Donald Trump's vision for Europe and potential alliances, including his aim to challenge the EU, gained increasing traction throughout the day, building on previous days' discussions of his anti-EU stance. The AfD's growing local political influence and a delegation visit to the USA also continued to be reported.
France
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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The media on December 11th focused heavily on the war in Ukraine. In the morning, discussions revolved around a potential peace agreement between the Kremlin and Ukraine, with Vladimir Trump affirming "strong words" with Europeans. By late morning and early afternoon, it was reported that a "proposition" regarding territorial concessions Ukraine was ready to make had been submitted to Donald Trump. Volodymyr Zelensky was noted to be considering a referendum or election on the eastern territories.
Later in the day, the focus intensified as Zelensky revealed details of a proposed US peace plan, including a demilitarized zone in Donbas. By evening, reports indicated Ukraine was prepared to accept a demilitarized zone in Donbas, signaling a major concession to end the war. Concurrently, the liquidation of the Brandt home appliance group, leading to 700 job losses, was a significant domestic story.
Later in the day, the focus intensified as Zelensky revealed details of a proposed US peace plan, including a demilitarized zone in Donbas. By evening, reports indicated Ukraine was prepared to accept a demilitarized zone in Donbas, signaling a major concession to end the war. Concurrently, the liquidation of the Brandt home appliance group, leading to 700 job losses, was a significant domestic story.
Lebanon
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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Lebanese media on December 11th focused on Speaker Nabih Berri's strong statements regarding national stability and elections. In the early afternoon, Berri publicly rebuked threats against the Lebanese people, asserting that elections would proceed without postponement or cancellation. This occurred amidst ongoing international efforts, with Saudi Arabia and Qatar working to de-escalate tensions in Lebanon, and Israeli threats targeting Dahieh and Bekaa if Hezbollah remained armed. Previously, in the morning, reports highlighted continued Israeli aggressions in southern Lebanon, including an explosion in Mays al-Jabal and a drone attack in Odaisseh. President Aoun's Omani mediation efforts for a tripartite initiative to rescue Lebanon also remained a recurring theme.
Ukraine
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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The day began with reports of Ukraine repelling 177 Russian attacks and refuting claims of Siversk's capture, alongside concerns about a growing Russian threat from Transnistria. A significant development emerged in the morning: Ukrainian media reported that SBU drones successfully halted oil production at a Lukoil platform in the Caspian Sea, marking Ukraine's first reported strike on Russian oil extraction infrastructure.
Later, discussions around potential peace talks gained prominence, with figures like Merz indicating new dynamics not seen since early 2022. By the afternoon, President Zelenskyy submitted an updated peace plan to the US, detailing a "compromise vision" for Donbas and confirming 800,000 active military personnel. The evening highlighted President Trump's reported disappointment with both sides, as Zelenskyy stated Ukrainians would decide on land concessions via referendum.
Later, discussions around potential peace talks gained prominence, with figures like Merz indicating new dynamics not seen since early 2022. By the afternoon, President Zelenskyy submitted an updated peace plan to the US, detailing a "compromise vision" for Donbas and confirming 800,000 active military personnel. The evening highlighted President Trump's reported disappointment with both sides, as Zelenskyy stated Ukrainians would decide on land concessions via referendum.
Palestine
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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Palestinian media on December 11 focused heavily on the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Morning reports highlighted extensive flooding of displaced persons' camps due to heavy rains and a polar storm, leading to submerged tents and increasing suffering. This was coupled with initial reports of an infant's death due to the cold and severe weather conditions in Khan Yunis.
Throughout the day, further reports emerged of collapsed buildings across Gaza caused by the low-pressure system and floods. Concurrently, discussions continued regarding proposals for international stabilization forces in Gaza, including the potential appointment of a US general by Trump and the possible return of Tony Blair. Later in the evening, a Euro-Med report detailed a wounded child crushed to death by an Israeli bulldozer, adding to the day's tragic reports.
Throughout the day, further reports emerged of collapsed buildings across Gaza caused by the low-pressure system and floods. Concurrently, discussions continued regarding proposals for international stabilization forces in Gaza, including the potential appointment of a US general by Trump and the possible return of Tony Blair. Later in the evening, a Euro-Med report detailed a wounded child crushed to death by an Israeli bulldozer, adding to the day's tragic reports.
UK
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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December 11th saw a widespread "super flu" crisis dominate UK headlines, with hospitalizations pushing to record levels and the NHS facing a "worst-case scenario" by midday, a development reported across Sky News, The Telegraph, and The Times. The Independent later highlighted "no peak in sight" as the H3N2 strain ripped through the NHS, with Starmer calling doctors' unions "irresponsible" for strikes amid the crisis.
Concurrently, warnings of potential war with Russia intensified. Nato urged Europe to prepare for conflict on a scale endured by previous generations, a message reiterated by various outlets throughout the afternoon and evening. This coincided with the US seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker, an action some US lawmakers feared could escalate into war, further contributing to a sense of growing international tension.
Concurrently, warnings of potential war with Russia intensified. Nato urged Europe to prepare for conflict on a scale endured by previous generations, a message reiterated by various outlets throughout the afternoon and evening. This coincided with the US seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker, an action some US lawmakers feared could escalate into war, further contributing to a sense of growing international tension.
Iran
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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The day's significant development centered on the US seizure of an oil tanker near Venezuela, which was reported to be involved in transferring sanctioned Iranian and Venezuelan oil. Iranian media, including Tasnim News English, denounced this as 'piracy,' a sentiment echoed by BBC Persian and Radio Farda, noting its connection to Iran's 'shadow fleet.'
Concurrently, Supreme Leader Khamenei's statements emphasizing the Islamic Republic's progress despite shortcomings and the nation's resilience against enemy efforts to alter its identity received widespread coverage. President Pezeshkian's efforts to boost trade with Kazakhstan, including calls for removing banking obstacles and signing cooperation accords, also featured prominently. Discussions continued regarding the 'Justidad' draft for post-Islamic Republic justice and US Congressional efforts for free internet access for Iranians.
Concurrently, Supreme Leader Khamenei's statements emphasizing the Islamic Republic's progress despite shortcomings and the nation's resilience against enemy efforts to alter its identity received widespread coverage. President Pezeshkian's efforts to boost trade with Kazakhstan, including calls for removing banking obstacles and signing cooperation accords, also featured prominently. Discussions continued regarding the 'Justidad' draft for post-Islamic Republic justice and US Congressional efforts for free internet access for Iranians.
Russia
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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Russian media on December 11 initially focused on Ukraine's response to Trump's peace plan, alongside domestic economic successes with record revenues for fast-growing companies. Morning reports then shifted to extensive Ukrainian drone attacks across Russian regions, causing disruptions in Moscow airports, and concurrent reports of the Russian army taking control of Lyman.
The mid-day narrative centered on discussions of a potential G7 alternative involving Russia and the exclusion of Russian troop withdrawal from a US peace plan. The afternoon saw widespread reporting on the capture of Seversk in the DPR, with multiple outlets confirming its full control by Russian forces.
Later in the day, the primary focus became Zelensky's reported consideration of a referendum on withdrawing troops from Donbas and ceding territories, discussed in the context of Russian military advances.
The mid-day narrative centered on discussions of a potential G7 alternative involving Russia and the exclusion of Russian troop withdrawal from a US peace plan. The afternoon saw widespread reporting on the capture of Seversk in the DPR, with multiple outlets confirming its full control by Russian forces.
Later in the day, the primary focus became Zelensky's reported consideration of a referendum on withdrawing troops from Donbas and ceding territories, discussed in the context of Russian military advances.
Italy
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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The day's editorial focus began with continued reporting on Sophie Kinsella's passing from brain cancer, although this narrative began to recede by late morning. The Russia-Ukraine conflict quickly regained prominence, with Lavrov's statements on new peace proposals and Ukraine's NATO membership being widely reported.
Later in the day, the conflict intensified as the main narrative, with discussions on Putin's advances and Rutte's warning that NATO was Moscow's next target. This culminated in Zelensky's claims of US pressure for a Ukrainian withdrawal from Donbass and a demilitarized zone, alongside his call for a referendum on the disputed territories.
Later in the day, the conflict intensified as the main narrative, with discussions on Putin's advances and Rutte's warning that NATO was Moscow's next target. This culminated in Zelensky's claims of US pressure for a Ukrainian withdrawal from Donbass and a demilitarized zone, alongside his call for a referendum on the disputed territories.
Japan
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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Japanese media on December 11 primarily focused on the government's supplementary budget bill. Early reports indicated the bill was expected to pass the Lower House in the afternoon, with support from Komeito and the Democratic Party for the People. By late morning, TBS News and NHK News confirmed its passage through the House of Representatives. Coverage highlighted the inclusion of economic measures and a 3,000 yen food inflation countermeasure, though its specific application remained ambiguous. Concurrently, the Nobel Prize award ceremony for Shimon Sakaguchi and Susumu Kitagawa remained a recurring theme throughout the day, with various outlets reporting on the medal conferral and subsequent press conference. Other notable developments included TSMC's consideration of producing advanced 4-nanometer AI chips in Kumamoto.
Netherlands
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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The political discussions around a minority cabinet continued to feature in the morning headlines, with Jesse Klaver reiterating his opposition due to concerns about instability. Meanwhile, reports also covered an ongoing debate regarding demonstration rights, with researchers arguing against curtailment despite recent protests.
Later in the morning and early afternoon, significant coverage focused on the appeals process for the Peter R. de Vries murder trial, which resulted in lengthy sentences but no life imprisonment for the perpetrators. Concurrently, NATO chief Mark Rutte's strong warnings about Russia emerged as a dominant theme, stating that "We are Russia's next target" and urging Europe to prepare for war. This escalated throughout the afternoon and evening, becoming the most consistently highlighted story across various news outlets, with Zelensky also noting that territorial concessions to Russia would require a referendum.
Later in the morning and early afternoon, significant coverage focused on the appeals process for the Peter R. de Vries murder trial, which resulted in lengthy sentences but no life imprisonment for the perpetrators. Concurrently, NATO chief Mark Rutte's strong warnings about Russia emerged as a dominant theme, stating that "We are Russia's next target" and urging Europe to prepare for war. This escalated throughout the afternoon and evening, becoming the most consistently highlighted story across various news outlets, with Zelensky also noting that territorial concessions to Russia would require a referendum.
India
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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The Luthra brothers, owners of the Goa nightclub, remained a prominent story throughout the day following their detention in Thailand. Early reports detailed their detention and the process for their return to India. By late morning and early afternoon, developments indicated their anticipatory bail plea was rejected by a Delhi court, with authorities emphasizing they had no business in Thailand and fled to escape arrest. This intensified discussions around their extradition and the legal complexities involved, including potential delays due to passport cancellations requiring emergency travel certificates.
Concurrently, PM Modi's phone call with US President Donald Trump gained significant attention in the early afternoon, focusing on bilateral relations, trade, energy, and defense, especially amidst ongoing tariff tensions. This diplomatic engagement followed closely after Russian President Putin's recent visit to India. Additionally, the Election Commission extended the SIR deadline in six states, and IndiGo continued to address flight chaos with compensation offers.
Concurrently, PM Modi's phone call with US President Donald Trump gained significant attention in the early afternoon, focusing on bilateral relations, trade, energy, and defense, especially amidst ongoing tariff tensions. This diplomatic engagement followed closely after Russian President Putin's recent visit to India. Additionally, the Election Commission extended the SIR deadline in six states, and IndiGo continued to address flight chaos with compensation offers.
Poland
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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The day began with a sustained focus on Poland's entanglement in Chinese propaganda, followed by reports of US forces seizing a tanker. Mid-morning saw a brief, unusual editorial turn to peculiar Advent calendars, but this was quickly overshadowed. By early afternoon, Polish media shifted significantly to international security, highlighting a stark warning from the NATO chief about a potential war on a scale comparable to previous generations, a significant return to geopolitical anxieties. Later in the afternoon, domestic political tensions emerged with the Defense Minister rejecting presidential statements. The evening concluded with a new security concern involving an 'invisible' unit detected before President Zelensky's landing, shifting focus back to international and regional security events.
Spain
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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The day's editorial focus initially centered on María Corina Machado's arrival in Oslo to accept the Nobel Peace Prize. Following her daughter's acceptance speech, Machado gave press conferences, reiterating hopes for a free Venezuela and claiming the country had been "invaded by Russian agents."
Concurrently, the investigation into Servinabar and Leire Díez intensified, with the detention of Antxon Alonso, a partner of Santos Cerdán, and multiple company searches, including Forestalia and Plus Ultra, the latter for alleged money laundering.
By late afternoon and evening, the 'hydrocarbons plot' emerged as a dominant story, with the UCO reporting that a million euros were allegedly used to buy the "will" of Ábalos, Aldama, and García, and Ábalos's influence on various ministries was highlighted. Separately, a member of the PSOE's federal executive committee resigned amidst new sexual harassment allegations.
Concurrently, the investigation into Servinabar and Leire Díez intensified, with the detention of Antxon Alonso, a partner of Santos Cerdán, and multiple company searches, including Forestalia and Plus Ultra, the latter for alleged money laundering.
By late afternoon and evening, the 'hydrocarbons plot' emerged as a dominant story, with the UCO reporting that a million euros were allegedly used to buy the "will" of Ábalos, Aldama, and García, and Ábalos's influence on various ministries was highlighted. Separately, a member of the PSOE's federal executive committee resigned amidst new sexual harassment allegations.
Turkey
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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The day's significant developments began with continued reporting on a large fraud case at Büyükçekmece Courthouse and an expanding child abuse scandal within the Turkish Grand National Assembly. In the morning, new images emerged in the Büyükçekmece case, and a letter from Alevis to the TBMM concerning Syria was noted.
By midday, the Central Bank announced its decision to lower the key interest rate to 38%, marking the year's final rate cut and dominating economic headlines across various outlets. Concurrently, the 'Hayata Dönüş' case prosecutor appealed the statute of limitations decision.
In the afternoon and evening, the TBMM child abuse scandal saw a significant development with an arrest being made. Separately, the investigation into the killing of a police officer in Çekmeköy during a drug operation led to the arrest of five suspects. Minister Yaşar Güler also issued a warning to PKK-affiliated groups to surrender their weapons.
By midday, the Central Bank announced its decision to lower the key interest rate to 38%, marking the year's final rate cut and dominating economic headlines across various outlets. Concurrently, the 'Hayata Dönüş' case prosecutor appealed the statute of limitations decision.
In the afternoon and evening, the TBMM child abuse scandal saw a significant development with an arrest being made. Separately, the investigation into the killing of a police officer in Çekmeköy during a drug operation led to the arrest of five suspects. Minister Yaşar Güler also issued a warning to PKK-affiliated groups to surrender their weapons.
China
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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Chinese state media heavily emphasized President Xi Jinping's economic thought throughout the morning, linking it to economic stability and resilient growth, supported by reports of a CPI pickup, stabilized PPI, and the World Bank raising China's 2025 growth forecast. This narrative culminated in extensive coverage of the Central Economic Work Conference, which set priorities for 2026. Reports in the late morning and early afternoon highlighted Xi's important speech at the conference, focusing on active macro policies and a domestic demand-led strategy. Concurrently, Beijing urged the Dutch government to facilitate a China visit for Nexperia executives, and a diplomatic stalemate persisted between China and Japan, drawing analysis from international outlets on Trump's position.
Kenya
•11.12.2025
•Thursday
•48 days ago
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Kenyan media on December 11 focused heavily on the release of the 2025 KJSEA results. Morning reports from sources like Daily Nation and Standard Media indicated candidates would receive transcripts of performance rather than exact scores. By late morning and early afternoon, numerous outlets, including Citizen, The Star, and Kenyans, detailed how learners could access their results. Concurrently, the High Court halted the Kenya-US health data pact, citing unconstitutionality and lack of public participation, a development previously foreshadowed by court challenges on December 10. Earlier in the day, the ongoing debate about election integrity continued, with Eugene Wamalwa challenging the IEBC Chair's claims of impossible election rigging.
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