Ukraine denies Russian capture of key town near Donetsk
“For nine years, the armed forces of Ukraine have made a powerful fortified area, which is connected by underground passages. Each street has its own well-fortified and fairly well-protected structures from all attacks, both from the air and artillery, long-term firing points, complex underground communication systems. Source: BBC News
Israel Gaza war: UN says no let-up in Israeli air strikes in Gaza
“When I say that there were strikes again today and casualties arriving, some of those strikes were in areas that people have been told to evacuate to, which, again goes back to the refrain that, I think, I am so sick of saying: that there is no safe place in Gaza,” she said. Source: BBC […]
The Papers: 'All is Fergiven' and 'Tories face new Farage threat'
Tuesday’s Boxing Day front pages feature a range of images of the Royal Family at Sandringham. Source: BBC News
Plane held over trafficking fears lands in India
The plane, carrying about 300 Indian nationals, was held in France over suspected human trafficking. Source: BBC News
Israel-Gaza war: Netanyahu vows to intensify campaign
Israel’s prime minister says fighting will “deepen” in the days ahead, after visiting troops in Gaza. Source: BBC News
Israeli strike in Syria kills Iranian commander, Iran says
Seyyed Razi Mousavi, a key member of the Revolutionary Guards, died in an Israeli strike, Iran says. Source: BBC News
In pictures: Hundreds take part in Christmas Day sea dips in Suffolk
Swimmers – many dressed in festive costumers – raised money for charity in Felixstowe and Lowestoft. Source: BBC News
King’s Christmas message: Charles focuses on shared values in time of conflict
“So on this Christmas Day, my heart and my thanks go to all who are serving one another; all who are caring for our common home; and all who see and seek the good of others, not least the friend we do not yet know. In this way, we bring out the best in ourselves,” […]
Ukraine war: The frontline city Russia could seize again
People in Kupiansk say they “live in fear of death” as Ukrainian troops run low on ammunition. Source: BBC News
Premier League 2023 quiz: 20 teams, 240 questions – test your knowledge of the year
How much can you remember about Premier League clubs in 2023? It’s time to cast your mind back over the past 12 months and put your knowledge to the test with our bumper quiz. There is a question for every month of the year for the 20 sides in this season’s top flight. Keep a […]