India and France partner to produce advanced defense systems locally, advancing India’s self-reliance.

Nicki Minaj warned of Christian persecution in Nigeria and U.S. religious freedom threats at AmericaFest 2025.

A U.S. lawmaker backs the Block the Bombs Act, seeking to halt arms sales over Gaza's civilian casualties, drawing parallels to Vietnam.

Veteran Bangladesh war hero and former Air Force chief Air Vice Marshal AK Khandkar died at 95 on December 20, 2025.

Kenya’s defense secretary visited troops in Somalia, reaffirming support for peacekeeping and the 2029 handover to Somali forces.

Zanu-PF won Zimbabwe’s Nkulumane by-election on Dec. 20, 2025, reclaiming the seat after over 20 years amid low turnout and vote-buying allegations.

Singapore will block 41,800 ineligible foreigners from boarding flights starting Jan. 2026.

Greece sees record tourism in 2025, with 31.6 million visitors through September, up 4% from 2024.

UK pub owners are banning MPs over tax and cost concerns, warning 2,000 could close by 2026 despite government aid.

New York ends 100-foot rule, making homeowners pay full cost for new gas connections.