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Megan Fox's ex-husband has spoken out harshly about Machine Gun Kelly after their breakup. Brian Austin Green said that the 30-year-old musician “needs to grow up” and said that he wants the best for Megan.

American actor Bryan Austin Green has spoken out sharply against Machine Gun Kelly after he dumped pregnant Megan Fox, writes UNN with reference to Daily Mail.

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Megan Fox's ex-husband Brian Austin Green, during an interview with TMZ , said that MGK was immature and said that he should grow up.Interestingly, Brian himself had not even heard that his ex-wife Megan Fox had divorced MGK a few weeks after they announced that they were expecting their first child.

“I didn't even know… I had no idea,” Brian said when asked about his reaction to the breakup.

When the interviewer mentioned the reports that Megan had allegedly broken up with MGK after she found correspondence with other women on his phone, the actor's first thought was MGK's age.

How old is he? He's in his 30s, isn't he?

He asked the interviewer.

When asked if the musician had “many” affairs while dating his ex-fiancée, Brian said he had “no idea” but he believed MGK was too old for such alleged behavior.

But at the age of 30? Like, I don't know, I need to grow up

– he continued, noting that his ex-wife is pregnant with a child by this pop-punk rocker.

Brian went on to clarify that he simply wants “the best” for both Meghan and her unborn child, as well as their three children. However, when asked if he hoped that Meghan and MGK would remain separate, he responded coyly that he hoped for the “best outcome” for Meghan and their children, whatever that might be.

Brian and Meghan started dating in 2004, when he was 30 and she was just 18. Two years later, the couple got engaged, but then broke off the engagement in 2009 to get engaged again in June 2010. And just a few days later, they were married in Hawaii.

However, the marriage was not easy, and they announced their divorce in 2015. But in 2016, they reconciled, but they had to wait until 2019 to officially reject their divorce petition. In 2020, their marriage did break down, then they separated for good, and their divorce was finalized the following year.

After breaking up with Megan, Bryan has been dating Australian professional dancer Sharna Burgess since late 2020.

In June 2022, the couple had a son, Zane, who is now two years old. Bryan also has an older son, 22-year-old Cassius, from his relationship and engagement to his Beverly Hills, 90210 co-star Vanessa Marcil. They called off their engagement and divorced in 2003, a year after Cassius was born.

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American singer Selena Gomez got engaged to producer Benny Blanco. The couple, who have been publicly together since December 2023, have a history of collaboration on several hits.

Ukraine's Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko has reported that Russian forces launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine's energy sector on the morning of 13 December.

Source: Halushchenko on Facebook; Ukrenergo, Ukraine’s state-owned electricity transmission operator, on Telegram

Quote from Halushchenko: "The enemy continues their terror. The energy sector all over Ukraine is under a large-scale attack yet again. Power engineers are taking all necessary measures to minimise the impact on the power grid.

The damage caused [by the bombardment] will be determined as soon as the security situation allows."

Details: Ukrenergo reported that more power outages will occur due to the large-scale missile attack on energy facilities.

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China accuses the Philippines of violating its borders in the South China Sea with the support of the United States, which threatens regional peace. China vows to defend its territory but remains open to dialogue.

Today, December 25, Chinese state media accused the Philippines of regularly violating China's borders in the South China Sea. This was reported by UNN with reference to Reuters.

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Chinese media emphasize that the Philippines relies on US support to constantly provoke China, and this "extremely dangerous" behavior is seriously damaging regional peace and stability.

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In addition, China's People's Daily stated that Washington often uses its defense treaty with Manila to "intimidate" China, openly supporting the Philippines' violation of Chinese sovereignty and "inflating security concerns."

Against the backdrop of such statements in the media, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said that China is ready to resolutely defend its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests.

Nevertheless, the door of dialogue with China remains open. We are ready to work with the Philippines to properly address maritime issues through negotiations and consultations

– the Chinese official emphasized.

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The deterioration of bilateral relations coincides with Manila's moves to strengthen military relations with Japan and the United States, its former colonial power and defense ally for seven decades.

Also this month, the United States sent a warship to the disputed area, where China and the Philippines have had several naval confrontations.

For reference

China considers almost the entire South China Sea to be its territory. Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam also claim part of the sea area. In 2016

The International Court of Arbitration in The Hague has recognized some of China's claims as illegal. However, China does not recognize this decision.

In this regard, incidents between Chinese and Philippine vessels in the region occur regularly. The United States has repeatedly emphasized that it will defend the Philippines in the event of an armed attack under the 1951 Mutual Defense Treaty.

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China will continue military pressure on the Philippines amid a sovereignty dispute in the South China Sea. This was stated by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi after a conversation with his Philippine counterpart.

Russian forces attacked Kyiv with drones on the evening of 12 December. Debris of a UAV fell in the Pechersk district of Ukraine’s capital.

Source: Kyiv City Military Administration

Quote: "As a result of the Russian drone attack on Kyiv, debris has been recorded falling in the Pechersk district of the capital. Early reports indicate it fell in an open area, with no fire or casualties."

Details: An air-raid warning remains in effect in Kyiv due to the drone attack by the Russian forces. City authorities have urged residents to stay in safe locations until the all-clear is given.

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NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte warned of Russia's intentions to destroy Ukraine and start a long-lasting confrontation with Europe. He called for increased defense spending and preparation for possible drone attacks.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin is interested in the destruction of Ukraine and a prolonged confrontation with Europe. This was reported by The Washington Post, according to UNN.

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It is noted that Mark Rutte called on Europeans to put pressure on their governments to increase defense spending.

Time to move to wartime thinking

– said the NATO Secretary General.

According to him, people should prepare for the prospect that Russia may try to use “swarms of drones” in Europe, as it had a deadly effect in Ukraine.

Putin is “trying to suppress our freedom and way of life,” Rutte added. The former Dutch prime minister listed Russia's attacks on Georgia in 2008, the annexation of Ukraine's Crimean peninsula in 2014, and the full-scale invasion launched almost three years ago.

How many more warning signs do we need? We should be deeply concerned. I know I am. Russia is preparing for a long-term confrontation. With Ukraine and with us.

– said Mark Rutte.

The NATO chief noted that defense spending in Europe has risen sharply, and 23 allies are expected to reach NATO's goal of allocating 2% of GDP to their military budgets. But he added: “I can tell you that we will need much more than 2%.

Rutte listed a number of recent “hostile actions” by Russia against NATO allies, including cyberattacks, assassinations, an explosion at a Czech munitions depot, jamming radar in the Baltic region to disrupt air traffic, and “using migrants as weapons” to destabilize Europe.

Rutte called on governments to give the defense industry “the large orders and long-term contracts it needs to produce more and better capabilities quickly.” He urged the industry to increase production of drone defense and other new military tactics.

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Mark Rutte explainedthat if Russia wins, it will become stronger both territorially and militarily, which will pose a direct threat to the West. He emphasized the importance of Ukraine's victory, especially given North Korea's interference.

Kakha Kaladze, Tbilisi Mayor and Secretary-General of Georgia’s ruling Georgian Dream party, has announced that the country’s main Christmas tree will be lit on 14 December, coinciding with the presidential election that the opposition has already declared illegitimate.

Source: European Pravda, citing SOVA, Georgian media outlet

Details: The Tbilisi authorities decided to install the Christmas tree near the parliament building on Rustaveli Avenue, a location that has been the site of protests since late November against the government’s decision to abandon its EU integration course.

Initially, workers were unable to fully assemble the tree due to protesters gathering nearby. Demonstrators later decorated the structure with flags of Georgia, the EU, Ukraine and the US, as well as with photos of Georgian media workers injured during dispersals. Municipal workers subsequently removed these decorations to continue the assembly, but protesters reinstated them.

Kaladze has now announced that the tree lighting ceremony will take place on Saturday, 14 December. "Of course, children will experience a true celebration and have a joyful time; all the necessary conditions will be created for this," the mayor said.

Quote from the mayor: "Unfortunately, both domestically and abroad, there are certain forces that, in recent days, have been trying to stir unrest in the country. However, I want to address our citizens and assure them that peace, development and all necessary steps towards the EU integration of our country will be ensured. So, let’s light the capital's main Christmas tree together and focus on the victories of our homeland."

Background: Notably, 14 December will also see the indirect presidential election take place in parliament, which the opposition has already refused to recognise. A large-scale protest near the parliament building is expected to coincide with this event on the weekend.

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The Chinese leader will not attend Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony in Washington, despite a personal invitation. China will be represented by Ambassador Xie Feng and his wife.

Chinese President Xi Jinping will not attend the inauguration ceremony of US President-elect Donald Trump in Washington, DC, where he was invited. This was reported by CBS News, according to UNN.

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It is noted that Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng and his wife will attend the event. However, it is possible that other officials from Beijing may join the ambassador, but not Xi Jinping himself.

Asked by reporters whether Xi Jinping had accepted the invitation, the new White House press secretary, Carolyn Leavitt, said she did not know, but confirmed that other world leaders had received invitations.

We have good relations with China. I have good relations with

– Donald Trump told local media.

According to CBS News, Xi's invitation was transmitted outside official diplomatic channels. It took both Beijing and the US allies by surprise. Chinese officials, accustomed to strict protocol and acutely aware of the power dynamics between the United States and China, were left bewildered by Donald Trump's intentions.

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Donald Trump has invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to his inauguration ceremony on January 20. According to the State Department, foreign leaders have never before attended a US transfer of power ceremony.

The United States will soon allocate more than US$440 million to support agriculture, reconstruction and economic activity in Ukraine.

Source: Richard Verma, US Deputy Secretary of State, during a speech at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, as reported by European Pravda

Details: In a speech focused on US assistance for Ukraine’s reconstruction, Verma announced four measures to further support Ukraine’s economy in cooperation with Congress.

The US will allocate an additional US$74.7 million to support export-oriented agriculture, enabling Ukrainian farmers and processors to play a greater role in rebuilding Ukraine’s economy.

Over US$223 million will be provided to restore Ukraine's transportation system, infrastructure and logistics.

These funds will be used for modernising border crossing points with EU countries, ports on the Black Sea and Danube, upgrading railway sections in border areas and enhancing Ukraine’s capacity to export goods to the European Union.

The US will also contribute US$35 million to the Ukraine Recovery Trust Fund to facilitate cooperation between the public and private sectors during reconstruction efforts. More than US$105 million will be allocated for "training and equipping Ukrainians for tomorrow's jobs in reconstruction and industry," Verma announced.

Background:

• The US recently announced a US$20 billion contribution to a special World Bank fund for Ukraine.
• This is part of the G7’s plan to provide €50 billion to Ukraine using Russian assets. The funds will be formally issued as loans but will be repaid using a windfall tax on profits derived from frozen Russian assets.

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Intoxicated soldiers of the terrorist country are looting while preparing to evacuate their bases in Syria. Every day, 4-5 flights are made to remove equipment, and ships are also used through the port of Tartus.

In Syria, drunken russian soldiers are looting bases in Tartus and Hmeymim in preparation for evacuation. This is reported by the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, UNN reports.

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Between the Khmeimim base and russian airfields, 4-5 flights are made daily by military transport aircraft. The purpose of these flights is to ensure the export of weapons and military equipment.

Russian ships continue to be used to transport military equipment from Syria to the port of Tartus. In particular, the ships currently in the Norwegian Sea are planning to cross the English Channel in the next few days.

In addition to these, a russian bulk carrier departing from the city of Baltiysk is heading to the Syrian port. The vessel, which departed from st. petersburg, will also be involved in the process of removing military equipment from Syria.

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Russian forces struck the border areas of Sumy Oblast 42 times on 12 December, with explosions recorded in nine hromadas. [A hromada is an administrative unit designating a village, several villages, or a town, and their adjacent territories – ed.]

Source: Sumy Oblast Military Administration

Quote: "Throughout the day, the Russians carried out 42 attacks on border areas and settlements in Sumy Oblast, with 112 explosions recorded. The areas affected were the Sumy, Khotin, Myropillia, Krasnopillia, Velyka Pysarivka, Esman, Druzhba, Seredyna-Buda and Znob-Novhorodske hromadas."

Details: In the Velyka Pysarivka hromada, a civilian vehicle was damaged as a result of the attack.

In the Sumy hromada, a Lancet-type UAV strike (one explosion) was recorded. The attack damaged a civilian vehicle and a residential building.

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