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Kerch Strait Oil Spill Kills 32 Dolphins

A fuel oil spill from two damaged tankers in the Kerch Strait has resulted in the deaths of 32 dolphins, with an additional 29 cetaceans found dead, possibly prior to the spill; over 96,000 tons of contaminated materials have been removed from shorelines.

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Life Below Water
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Syria's New Leader: A Facade of Moderation Masks Concerning Intentions

Following his takeover of Damascus on December 8th, Ahmed al-Charaa (formerly Abou Mohammed al-Joulani) has adopted a diplomatic facade, promising minority rights and appointing women to high positions, while simultaneously attempting to Islamize the education system and appointing individuals with ...

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Iran and Russia Formalize Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement

Iran and Russia will formalize a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement on January 17 in Moscow, encompassing defense, trade, and energy cooperation to counter Western influence and sanctions, involving projects like the North-South Transport Corridor and increased Russian investment in Iran'...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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UK MPs Urge Transfer of Frozen Russian Assets to Ukraine

British MPs are calling for the UK government to transfer \$300 billion in frozen Russian assets to Ukraine, arguing that this is necessary to hold Russia accountable and prevent future conflicts, despite legal hurdles.

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Reduced Inequality
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US Sanctions Cripple Syria's Imports Amid Regime Change

Syria's new Islamist government faces a potential catastrophe due to US sanctions preventing imports of essential goods like fuel and wheat, despite international willingness to trade, leaving the country with only a few months' supply.

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Zero Hunger
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Syria's Post-Rebellion Economy: Devastation and Struggle for Survival

Following the rebel takeover of Damascus, daily life has resumed, though the Syrian economy remains devastated by over a decade of war, stringent international sanctions, and hyperinflation, leaving 90% of Syrians in poverty and the per capita income at roughly \$1,000.

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US Grants Six-Month Syria Sanctions Waiver for Essential Services

The US issued a six-month sanctions waiver for Syria to ensure access to essential services like electricity, water, and sanitation, while continuing to monitor Islamist rebel groups and linking future sanctions relief to political progress.

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U.S. Adds Dozens of Chinese Firms to Military-Linked List

The U.S. Department of Defense added 134 Chinese companies, including Tencent, SenseTime, and CATL, to its list of companies with ties to the Chinese military, prompting stock declines and official denials from the affected companies, who plan to appeal the decision.

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US to Sanction Tankers Transporting Russian Oil Above Price Cap

The Biden administration is imposing new sanctions on tankers transporting Russian oil above the $60 per barrel price cap, targeting the "shadow fleet" used to circumvent sanctions, aiming to further restrict Russia's oil revenue and hinder its war effort in Ukraine.

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Climate Action
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Syria Sanctions: Hindered Recovery and Humanitarian Crisis

Western sanctions on Syria, initially targeting the al-Assad regime, now hinder the country's recovery and humanitarian aid efforts, raising concerns about long-term stability and the potential for increased instability.

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No Poverty
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Armenia's Trade with UAE Explodes Amidst Russian Sanctions

Armenia's trade with the UAE skyrocketed to nearly $5 billion in the first nine months of 2024, a more than sixfold increase from 2023, mainly due to Armenian re-exports of Russian gold and other goods, facilitated by the UAE's lack of sanctions against Russia.

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Finnish Court Rejects Release of Oil Tanker Suspected of Baltic Sea Cable Damage

A Finnish court rejected the release of the Eagle S oil tanker, suspected of damaging an undersea power line and telecom cables in the Baltic Sea last week, while carrying 35,000 tonnes of Russian oil; the incident raises concerns about sanctions evasion and is prompting international cooperation.

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Responsible Consumption and Production

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