Morning Report by RAGE X – December 23, 2024

– Israel Claims Responsibility for Haniyeh Assassination
– Israel has taken responsibility for the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran, escalating tensions.

– Philippines Acquires U.S. Typhon Missiles
– The Philippines has decided to acquire the U.S. Typhon missile system, heightening tensions with China.

– Putin Vows Retaliation After Kazan Drone Attack
– President Putin has promised retaliation against Ukraine following a drone attack on a luxury apartment in Kazan.

– Ursa Major Cargo Ship Sinks After Explosion
– The Russian cargo ship MV Ursa Major sank off Spain’s coast after an explosion, with nuclear reactor components on board.

– Baltic Sea Cables Severed, China Denies Access
– Sweden accuses China of obstructing investigations into severed telecom cables in the Baltic Sea.

– South Korea Detects North Korean Military Movements
– South Korea’s military notes North Korea preparing to send more troops and weapons to Russia.

– Britain’s Economy Shows No Growth
– The UK’s economy reported no growth in the third quarter, signaling economic challenges.

– Panama Rejects Trump’s Canal Claim
– Panama rejects claims by U.S. President-elect Trump regarding the Panama Canal, emphasizing sovereignty.

– Belgrade Protests Over Train Station Collapse
– Protests in Belgrade follow a train station collapse, calling for better infrastructure maintenance.

– Small Plane Crashes in Brazil Tourist Town
– A small plane crashed into shops in Gramado, Brazil, disrupting a popular tourist area.