**”World Unites in Peaceful Celebrations Amid Global Turmoil”**

The Vatican City witnessed special prayer services on Christmas Day, with Pope Leo urging an end to the ongoing wars around the world. In his address, the Pope specifically mentioned the suffering Palestinians in Gaza and prayed for peace, justice, and stability in Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, Israel, and Ukraine. Christmas celebrations took place worldwide, with special prayer services held in churches in Syria. In Damascus, the Church Scouts organized a festive procession, while in Iraq, church bells rang out as people celebrated Christmas with fervor. In Gaza, the Palestinians also observed Christmas with special prayer services, and the church was aglow with lights. In Berlin, over 28,000 football fans gathered at the stadium to sing a special Christmas carol. In Moscow, a large crowd participated in the Christmas festival. Astronauts on the space station decorated a Christmas tree and sent their blessings to those on Earth. The iconic New York City skyscraper, the Empire State Building, was transformed into a colorful spectacle. Meanwhile, Russia successfully intercepted over 100 drones sent by Ukraine, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky declared that elections cannot be held in the current security situation. A Russian attack on Ukraine resulted in the death of one person, injuring multiple others, and causing thousands of homes to lose power. The government’s move has been criticized as brutal, especially given the recent severe cold wave in Bengaluru. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claims that Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine with 500 drones and 40 missiles. According to reports, India’s tendency to blame others is the biggest roadblock to reform and pragmatic policymaking. The state of New York has introduced a new law requiring social media platforms to display warning labels on content that may have adverse effects on young people’s mental health. Germany’s Ministry of the Interior has announced plans to deport Afghans involved in serious crimes and other nationals. A tragic incident occurred in the West Bank, where a Palestinian man was deliberately run over by an Israeli reserve soldier while praying on the roadside. Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to cooperate in the face of cybercrime and terrorism, according to a joint statement. In a heartwarming gesture, a 75-year-old Sikh woman from Fatehgarh Sahib donated her land for the construction of a mosque. Sikh and Hindu families also contributed financially to the project. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced plans to meet with US President Joe Biden in Florida to discuss a ceasefire. A UN peacekeeper was injured in an Israeli firing incident in Lebanon. The organizers of the Urs festival in Gharhi Khuda Bakhsh have prepared a 20-acre central stage for the event, deploying 8,000 police personnel for security. The federal government has imposed a ban on Adil Farooq Raja under the Anti-Terrorism Act. Last year, a 23-year-old trans woman named Anaya announced her transition on social media. Research by Cambridge University suggests that staying indoors can lead to decreased serotonin levels and increased aggressive behavior. Bollywood star Katrina Kaif has referred to her co-star Salman Khan as ‘Tiger’ and ‘Superhuman’. Actor Suniel Shetty has revealed that he rejected a 40-crore offer.