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Zelenskiy says he will hold talks with European leaders after Trump meeting
KYIV, Dec 27 (Reuters) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday he would hold talks with European leaders after meeting U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday, as Kyiv pushes for a stronger position to prevent Russia from prolonging the war in Ukraine.Zelenskiy said he had spoken wi...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
Jeffrey Holland, next in line to lead Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, dies at 85
Dec 27 (Reuters) - Jeffrey R. Holland, who was next in line to lead the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, died at 85 on Saturday from complications associated with kidney disease, the church said.Holland was a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, the faith's governing body. Lo...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
Ice hockey-Hockey Canada apologises for handshake oversight after win over Czechia
Dec 27 (Reuters) - Hockey Canada issued an apology on Saturday after its players skipped the post-game handshakes following an emotionally charged 7-5 win over Czechia at the IIHF World Junior Championship.It is customary for teams to shake hands following games at the World Juniors, but Canada skat...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
WRAPUP 6-Russian drones, missiles pound Ukraine ahead of Zelenskiy-Trump meeting
Overnight attack kills two, injures 46Poland temporarily closes two airportsZelenskiy stops in Canada en route to meet TrumpRussian official sees 'turning point' in talks to end fighting KYIV, Dec 27 (Reuters) - Russia attacked Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine with hundreds of missiles and...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
Jeffrey Holland, next in line to lead the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, dies at 85
Dec 27 (Reuters) - Jeffrey R. Holland, who was next in line to lead the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, died at 85 on Saturday from complications associated with kidney disease, the church said.Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
Senvest Capital Announces Passing Of CEO And Chairman Victor Mashaal
Dec 27 (Reuters) - Senvest Capital Inc SEC.TO:SENVEST CAPITAL INC. ANNOUNCES DEATH OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARDSENVEST CAPITAL INC - ANNOUNCES PASSING OF CEO AND CHAIRMAN VICTOR MASHAALSENVEST CAPITAL INC - RICHARD MASHAAL AND GEORGE MALIKOTSIS TO ASSUME CEO DUTIES INTERIMSEN...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
Canada to provide $2.5 billion in economic aid for Ukraine, prime minister says
Dec 27 (Reuters) - Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Saturday announced an additional $2.5 billion of economic aid for Ukraine.The assistance will help Ukraine unlock financing from the International Monetary Fund, Carney said during an appearance with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, w...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
Alpine skiing-Austrian Scheib claims home win in giant slalom in Semmering
Dec 27 (Reuters) - Austria's Julia Scheib turned a bumpy ride into her third World Cup giant slalom victory of the season on home snow in Semmering on Saturday after leader Alice Robinson crashed out of contention.Chasing her first back-to-back giant slalom triumph, Scheib found herself trailing...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
Thailand and Cambodia halt fierce border conflict with second ceasefire
Ceasefire holding after taking effect at 0500 GMTRenewed border clashes have killed at least 101 peopleBoth militaries to maintain direct communication - Thai defence ministerPrevious truce to halt July fighting brokered by TrumpBorder disputes date back more than a centuryBy Panu Wongcha-um BANG...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
On his way to the US, Zelenskiy hopes compromise can be found
Dec 27 (Reuters) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday he was on his way to the U.S. for talks with President Donald Trump in Florida, where he said he hoped to find a compromise over a peace framework to end Russia's war.In audio messages sent to reporters, Zelenskiy said s...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
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Here are the top stories and upcoming coverage plans for Reuters text service as of 11 a.m. GMT/ 6 a.m. ET. For a full schedule of news and events, go to our editorial calendar on Reuters Connect or on Media Express.TOP STORIES GLOBALUSA-TRUMP/NIGERIA-AIRSTRIKESU.S.-backed airstrikes in Nige...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
Army chief says Switzerland can't defend itself from full-scale attack
ZURICH, Dec 27 (Reuters) - Switzerland cannot defend itself against a full-scale attack and must boost military spending given rising risks from Russia, the head of its armed forces said.The country is prepared for attacks by "non-state actors" on critical infrastructure and for cyber attack...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
Zelenskiy says Russia attacked Ukraine with nearly 500 drones and 40 missiles overnight
Dec 27 (Reuters) - Russia attacked Ukraine with nearly 500 drones and 40 missiles overnight, targeting energy and civilian infrastructure, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday."If Russia turns even the Christmas and New Year period into a time of destroyed homes and burned ap...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
A third of Kyiv without heat after Russian attack, minister says
KYIV, Dec 27 (Reuters) - A third of Kyiv has been left without heating after a vast overnight Russian attack, Ukraine's foreign minister Andrii Sybiha said on Saturday."Russia’s only response to peace efforts is brutal attacks using hundreds of drones and missiles against Kyiv and other citi...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
Thailand and Cambodia halt fierce border conflict with second ceasefire
Ceasefire holding after taking effect at 0500 GMTRenewed border clashes have killed at least 101 peopleBoth militaries to maintain direct communication - Thai defence ministerPrevious truce to halt July fighting brokered by TrumpBorder disputes date back more than a centuryBy Panu Wongcha-um BANG...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
U.S.-backed airstrikes in Nigeria hit two ISIS-linked camps, government says
By Ben Ezeamalu and Camillus Eboh LAGOS, Dec 27 (Reuters) - U.S.-backed air strikes in Nigeria hit two Islamic State-linked camps in the Bauni forest of Sokoto State, targeting foreign fighters infiltrating from the Sahel, the Nigerian government said.The strikes carried out on Thursday were appr...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
EU Commission's Von der Leyen to participate in call with Zelenskiy, Trump and European leaders
BRUSSELS, Dec 27 (Reuters) - European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will join a call on Saturday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, U.S. President Donald Trump and other European leaders, a commission spokesperson told Reuters.Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
China revises aviation law to regulate drones, tighten safety rules
BEIJING, Dec 27 (Reuters) - China passed a revised law that for the first time formally regulates unmanned aircraft, a move set to reshape the country's fast-growing drone and low-altitude economy sectors, according to state media on Saturday.The Standing Committee of the National People's C...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
Ukrainian capital Kyiv under massive Russian attack, officials say
Dec 27 (Reuters) - The Ukrainian capital Kyiv came under a massive Russian attack early on Saturday, with explosions sounding in the city, air defences in operation and the Ukrainian military saying missiles were being deployed.The Russian action took place two days before a meeting Ukrainian Presid...Reuters
Sat, Dec 27
