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A Falcon 50 private jet carrying Libya’s Chief of General Staff, Muhammad Ali al-Haddad, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ankara on its way to Tripoli. The aircraft disappeared from radar minutes into the flight, prompting a search operation. Turkish rescuers later found the wreckage.
According to early reports, the jet suffered an electrical failure soon after takeoff. The crew issued a distress signal and began dumping fuel while attempting to return to the airport.
Zelensky: “We feel that America wants to reach a final agreement. Ukraine remains in full cooperation and constant contact. We’ve never been, and won’t be, a barrier to peace.”
Two Russian BM-21 "Grad" multiple launch rocket systems were destroyed in a single strike. Wait for the boom.
Germany’s far-right AfD is under fire for using parliamentary requests to gather data potentially useful to Moscow, Politico reports. MP Ringo Mühlmann asked for details on drone defenses, infrastructure, and arms transit routes to Ukraine. Critics warn that, even if answers aren’t classified, the pattern poses risks to Germany’s and NATO’s security.
Ukraine’s Air Force showed the upgraded Buk air defense system in action under the FrankenSAM program, combining non-standard parts into new, effective SAM systems. This version alongside Mirage 2000-5F and F-16's fighter jets helped repel Russia’s massive missile and drone attack, setting a record for interceptions.
🔥Ukraine’s SBU claimed it destroyed Russia’s only Il-38N maritime patrol aircraft over the Black Sea just before the submarine attack in Novorossiysk. The $24M plane was the only one capable of detecting underwater drones like the Sub Sea Baby en route to target. Its elimination cleared the path for a successful strike.
The protective shell over Chornobyl’s 4th reactor is now at risk. After a recent drone attack, hundreds of damages have been recorded, according to plant director Serhiy Tarakanov. “Even a minor strike nearby could collapse the sarcophagus,” he warned. Full restoration may take 3-4 years.
Just miles from the Russian border, Finnish border guards are training for a worst-case scenario, CNN reports. Drills north of the Arctic Circle include deep-snow movement, forest patrols, and combat readiness in case of invasion, showing Finland’s serious approach to defense.
Serbia has extended its gas deal with Russia until March 31, 2026, President Vučić confirmed, ensuring energy stability through winter. Talks are also underway for Hungary’s MOL to acquire Gazprom’s stake in NIS, Serbia’s sanctioned oil firm. Vučić says Belgrade supports the deal, aiming to finalize it by January 15.