Salwan Momika, who had performed multiple Quran burnings in Sweden, was shot and killed near Stockholm. The incident led to postponement in a trial where he was a defendant. Five individuals have been arrested on suspicion of murder, and authorities are investigating connections to potential foreign influences.
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US President Trump had a "constructive" call with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy about a potential ceasefire with Russia. They discussed the US taking control of Ukrainian power plants to safeguard infrastructure. Trump proposed American ownership as the best protection. The leaders also talked about monitoring a ceasefire and additional missile defense for Ukraine. Continued US intelligence support was reaffirmed despite stalled ceasefire negotiations.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held talks with US President-elect Donald Trump and current President Joe Biden after a landmark ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas. Netanyahu expressed gratitude for their roles in securing the release of hostages and pledged continued efforts to free all captives. Both leaders reaffirmed
Frenchman Serge Atlaoui, on Indonesia's death row since 2007 for drug offenses, was released and transferred to France on humanitarian grounds due to illness. Arrested in 2005, he denied being a trafficker, claiming he was installing machinery in a suspected acrylic factory. Initially sentenced to life, it was later changed to death. His return follows a France-Indonesia agreement, amid Jakarta’s recent releases of high-profile detainees.
Sarah Wynn-Williams, a former Facebook director, has made serious allegations against Meta's top executives, including claims of sexual misconduct and unethical practices. Williams accuses Sheryl Sandberg of inappropriate behavior and Mark Zuckerberg of unethical dealings with Beijing. Meta refutes these claims, labeling them as outdated and previously addressed. Meta said since Williams was fired in 2017, she has been paid by anti-Facebook activists.
Noushin Faraji, a former Fox Sports hairstylist, has filed a lawsuit alleging sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior by network executives and host Skip Bayless. Faraji claims Bayless made unwanted advances and propositions, while her complaints were met with retaliation. The suit seeks damages and highlights a toxic work culture at Fox.
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Mike Benz, a former state department official, has sparked controversy with his claims about USAID's operations, gaining attention from influential figures like Elon Musk. Benz alleges that USAID is a front for intelligence activities, leading Musk to criticize the agency. Benz's past, linked to alt-right ideologies, further fuels the debate.
Russia's foreign minister, Sergei Lavrov, stated that Moscow sees no value in a weak ceasefire that would merely freeze the conflict in Ukraine. Instead, Russia seeks a legally binding peace deal to ensure long-term security for itself and its neighbours, preventing any future violations.