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World News Today Live: Syrian exile and former first lady Asma al-Assad files for divorce from Bashar al-Assad, seeks to flee Moscow asylum
Syria conflict: Asma al-Assad has filed for divorce from Bashar in Russia and is about to leave Moscow, expressing dissatisfaction with life in exile. The London-born actress is keen to return to the UK, where she holds dual citizenship, amid concerns about her cancer treatment. Read the full text here
World News Today Live: Satellite images show North Korea facilitating arms flows to Russia
North Korea and Russia are deepening military cooperation, with North Korea stepping up arms supplies to Moscow for the Ukraine war and receiving much-needed cash and oil from the Kremlin in return. Read the full text here
World News Today Live: Magdeburg Christmas market massacre sparks debate on immigration and security
The attack on the Magdeburg Christmas market has sparked criticism of Germany’s security measures and calls for stronger cooperation between federal and state authorities. Additionally, political discussions regarding immigration and national security are intensifying in the lead-up to the upcoming elections. Read the full text here