Ukrainian Foreign Minister Sybiha:

We were disappointed and concerned to see the statements by Emirati, Indian, and Pakistani sides expressing their concerns regarding the attack that never happened.

No such attack happened.

Estonia's Foreign Intelligence Service chief Kaupo Rosin says Russia shows no intent to attack Baltic states or NATO at this time.

Estonia says Russia “respects NATO” and avoids escalation.

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NEW: UAE says it was surprised and disappointed by the Saudi-led air strike in Yemen, urging restraint and warning against escalation.

UAE claimed Mukalla shipment carried no weapons while also rejecting allegations over Yemen.

Lithuania is preparing key bridges near its borders with Belarus and Russia for demolition.

Authorities seek to avoid “war hysteria”.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected a munitions factory producing 600mm KN-25 rocket systems, calling them a “strategic attack means” and urging mass production.

Their range is assessed at 380–400 km.

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Polish Prime Minister Tusk:

Peace in Ukraine could be achieved within weeks, but it remains only a hope—not a certainty.

Mike Pompeo says that political agreement should never excuse anti-Zionism and says Republicans must confront it even when it comes from friends or allies.

“‘Joe’s my friend… and I don’t want to make Joe mad’ — no good. That’s insufficient.”

Polish Prime Minister Tusk:

The United States has declared its readiness to participate in security guarantees for Ukraine after concluding peace.

This includes, for example, the presence of American troops on the border or on the line of contact between Ukraine and Russia.

NOW: Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud meets with Turkish President Erdogan in Türkiye.

Former Israeli Defence Minister Avigdor Lieberman:

What happened in Syria? We replaced the Assad regime with an Al-Qaeda regime. Instead of Iranians, the Turks arrived and are installing equipment.

No one asked us about supplying F-35s to Türkiye.

Together with the Turkish arrival in Gaza, this has dramatically changed the regional balance of power.

Therefore, the government must be replaced as soon as possible.

BREAKING: UAE’s Defense Ministry says it ended the mission of its counterterrorism units in Yemen “voluntarily.”

Mali: The army says it conducted four airstrikes to disrupt a planned ambush on fuel tanker convoys along the Bamako–Bougouni road.

UAE MoD says "limited coordination teams may remain as needed, in line with commitments to security and stability in the region."

Just eight hours ago, Saudi Arabia urged the UAE to withdraw all its forces from Yemen within 24 hours and halt military and financial support to Yemeni factions.

Zelensky:

Rustem Umerov has just reported on an agreement with national security advisers of the countries of the Coalition of the Willing to hold a meeting in the very near future. We are planning it for January 3 in Ukraine.

Shortly after that, we will move to discussions at the level of leaders—such meetings are necessary. We are planning January 6 in France.

Turkish President Erdogan:

Despite various acts of sabotage by those who do not want Somalia to get back on its feet, there has been a significant improvement in security in Somalia.

Through the training and equipment support we provided to the Somali National Army at the Turkish Military Training Centre, we demonstrated our solidarity with Somalia in its fight against terrorism.

We are pleased to note that the Somali Army has achieved significant successes in its fight against terrorism in recent times.

Turkish President Erdogan:

Our seismic research vessel, Oruç Reis, conducted research activities in Somali waters for nine months. These studies, carried out over an area of 4,465 square kilometres, marked a first in the country's history.

At this stage, we plan to commence drilling activities in 2026. These activities will make significant contributions to the welfare of the Somali people.

Furthermore, Türkiye has added two new deep-sea drilling vessels to its fleet, one of which will operate off the coast of Somalia.