World News Summary 21 Jan 2024

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza continues to intensify, with a significant milestone of 25,000 deaths reported in Gaza. This tragic figure comes amidst high tensions and the Israeli rejection of a Palestinian state, suggesting a further escalation may be imminent.

A Russian-held city in Ukraine has experienced a deadly market blast, leading to 25 deaths and raising concerns about the worsening situation in the region. A total of 20 individuals were also injured in the blast, adding to the urgent call for international attention and support.

Researchers have found alarming data from Greenland, with the revelation that the country is now losing a staggering 30 million tonnes of ice every hour. This underlines the immediate threats of climate change and the need for global action.

In response to the far-right AfD party's plans to deport migrants, tens of thousands of Germans have taken to the streets in protest. The demonstrations, bearing slogans such as 'Never Again is Now', signify the public's demand to prevent the rise of far-right influence and to defend democracy.

From Japan's satellite surveillance expansion to the US Navy's new hypersonic weapons, technology and military security discussions are at the foresight in Asia. Economic reports also draw attention, with Kenya exiting a Government to Government (G2G) oil deal and the IMF granting a hefty loan to Kenya, signaling significant shifts and challenges in financial policies across the region.

Sports events like the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) continue to capture the imagination, with Mali and Tunisia's draw while Ethiopia celebrates the baptism of Jesus. These stories add a layer of cultural richness to today's news.