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Brussels, Dec. 24 (Xinhua) — The European Commission on Wednesday strongly condemned the United States' decision to impose entry restrictions on five European figures, including former EU Commissioner Thierry Breton, warning that it would act "swiftly and decisively" if necessary to protect the EU's regulatory autonomy.

"Freedom of speech is a fundamental right in Europe and a core value shared with the United States that applies throughout the democratic world," a European Commission spokesperson told Xinhua.

The official representative stressed that the European Union is an “open, rules-based single market” and retains the sovereign right to regulate economic activity in accordance with its democratic values and international obligations.

He said the EU's digital rules were designed to ensure a "safe, fair and equal competitive environment for all companies" and were applied fairly and without discrimination.

The European Commission has requested clarification from the US authorities and continues to address the issue, the official representative added.

The US State Department issued a statement on Tuesday announcing visa restrictions on five EU and UK citizens, saying they were involved in censoring content on US social media.

US Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy Sarah Rogers later revealed the names of the five individuals on the social media platform X, including T. Breton, whom she called the "mastermind behind the Digital Services Act." –0–

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Moscow, December 24 (Xinhua) – Russia has unequivocally reaffirmed its commitment to the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and independence of the Syrian Arab Republic, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shibani met in Moscow on Wednesday to discuss bilateral issues, the situation in the region, and practical steps to ensure the key issue of Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

“I believe that the key significance of this visit is that Russia has unconditionally confirmed its commitment to the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and independence of the Syrian Arab Republic,” Lavrov said.

"An agreement in principle has been reached on how to develop our trade and economic ties to mutual benefit, building on the foundation laid in previous decades," he emphasized.

"Today, Syrian-Russian relations are entering a new phase," said A. H. al-Shibani. He noted that the new Syria "seeks to establish balanced relations with all states." –0–

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Tokyo, December 24 (Xinhua) — A water leak containing radioactive tritium occurred Tuesday at the shut-down Fugen Nuclear Power Plant in Fukui Prefecture, central Japan. The incident raises the possibility that several workers may have been exposed to radiation, local media reported.

According to Hokuriku Broadcasting, tritium levels in one of the rooms increased during dismantling work. Decommissioning work is currently ongoing at the decommissioned nuclear facility.

The report said no environmental impacts were recorded. –0–

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UNITED NATIONS, December 24 (Xinhua) — The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Tuesday adopted a resolution extending the mandate of the African Union (AU) Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) for another year, until December 31, 2026.

Resolution 2809, adopted unanimously by the 15 members of the Security Council, also reaffirms the tasks of AUSSOM as set out in Resolution 2767 of December 2024, which authorized AUSSOM for an initial period of 12 months.

In accordance with Resolution 2809, AU Member States will continue to deploy up to 11,826 uniformed personnel, including 680 police officers, to AUSSOM for the authorized period.

The document emphasizes the need for additional support for AUSSOM and the Somali security forces so that Somalia can strengthen the fight against al-Shabaab and strengthen peace and security in the country and the region. The resolution also urges traditional and emerging donors to support the mission by providing the necessary funding to fully implement its mandate.

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BEIJING, Dec. 24 (Xinhua) — China will provide financial support for the high-quality development of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, according to a document jointly issued by eight government departments including the People's Bank of China (PBOC) and the National Development and Reform Commission.

The document proposes 21 specific support measures aimed at fully utilising the core financing and settlement functions.

This corridor connects the Silk Road Economic Belt in the north and the 21st-Century Maritime Silk Road in the south, coordinating its activities with the Yangtze River Economic Belt, defining its key strategic role in the architecture of coordinated regional development. Since its pilot launch in 2017, it has become a strategic route linking China's hinterland with markets in ASEAN countries and elsewhere.

Efforts will be made to create a digital financial services platform and improve the system of financial openness and cooperation, the document says.

It notes that these measures will help to form a new architecture of openness to the outside world, linking land and sea routes and covering both the eastern and western regions of the country. -0-

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Moscow, December 24 (Xinhua) — Russia will formulate its position and intends to continue negotiations with the United States through existing channels following the results of the visit to Miami by Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian President's Special Representative for Investment and Economic Cooperation with Foreign Countries and head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF). This was announced to reporters by Dmitry Peskov, the Russian President's press secretary.

"We now intend to formulate our future position based on the information received by the head of state and continue our contacts in the very near future through the existing channels that are currently operational," said D. Peskov.

According to him, the Kremlin considers it inappropriate to publicly disclose the specific documents and agreements K. Dmitriev brought from Miami. "We continue to believe, even at this stage, that it is highly inappropriate to conduct any communication through the media," the Kremlin spokesman noted.

He also declined to comment on reports about Kyiv's proposed plan for settling the Ukrainian conflict. "I've already answered this question, so I don't see the point in repeating myself," the Kremlin spokesman said, responding to a request to comment on the 20-point plan published in the media.

"All the key parameters of the Russian side's position are well known to our colleagues from the United States," D. Peskov emphasized. He was commenting on the statement by US Permanent Representative to NATO Matthew Whitaker that the ball is in Russia's court in the Ukraine negotiations.

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UNITED NATIONS, Dec. 24 (Xinhua) — China's Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations Sun Lei on Tuesday called for the resumption of talks on the Iranian nuclear issue.

"China calls on relevant parties to strengthen their sense of urgency, demonstrate responsibility, promptly resume negotiations, and strive to achieve consensus and results," the Chinese representative said.

"Force and confrontation will not solve the problem. All parties must remain calm and exercise restraint, pursuing diplomacy and dialogue to properly resolve differences and avoid a return to the vicious cycle of sanctions, pressure, and escalation," he said.

"The United States must take its responsibilities seriously, demonstrate political sincerity, make a clear commitment not to use force against Iran, and actively resume negotiations with it. The UK, France, and Germany (the E3) must abandon their 'microphone diplomacy', play a constructive role in easing tensions and overcoming differences, and translate their stated commitment to a diplomatic solution into concrete actions," Sun Lei added.

Despite the unfair treatment, Iran has repeatedly reaffirmed the peaceful nature of its nuclear program, emphasized that it has no intention of developing nuclear weapons, and actively engaged with all parties to find solutions. China calls on relevant countries to attach great importance to Iran's sincerity and positive efforts, rather than resorting to unilateral pressure and destructive actions.

As a permanent member of the UN Security Council and a signatory to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, China has always played a constructive role in resolving the Iranian nuclear issue and actively promoted peace and negotiations. China will continue to cooperate with all parties, making unremitting efforts to promote an early resumption of negotiations, advance the political settlement of the Iranian nuclear issue, uphold the international non-proliferation regime, and strengthen peace and stability in the Middle East, he noted.

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Caracas, December 24 (Xinhua) — Venezuela's National Assembly (parliament) on Tuesday approved a bill to protect freedom of navigation and trade from piracy, blockades, and other illegal international actions. The measure comes after the United States seized ships carrying Venezuelan oil in the Caribbean.

Following the vote, National Assembly Speaker Jorge Rodriguez announced the passage of the law.

The document was adopted during an extraordinary session and urgently following the United States' detention of vessels transporting Venezuelan oil. The law provides for penalties of up to 20 years in prison for inciting or financing acts of piracy or blockade.

The law aims to protect Venezuela's trade and political relations from what authorities say are threats from the United States.

On Monday, the National Assembly approved the bill in its first reading. It was proposed by Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro as part of his efforts to protect national sovereignty.

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Rio de Janeiro, December 24 (Xinhua) – The year 2025 is "ending well" for Brazil, and the increase in US tariffs on Brazilian goods has been "insignificant" for the country's economy. This was stated by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Tuesday, speaking about the country's domestic situation and relations with Washington.

"The year is ending well. Food prices are falling, and people can once again afford to buy the more expensive goods. Even the tariffs imposed by the US on Brazil turned out to be insignificant," the Brazilian leader said.

He emphasized that Brazil's economy has demonstrated adaptability and resilience in the face of Washington's new trade policies and the geopolitical and trade tensions they create.

The President emphasized the gradual increase in the population's purchasing power, especially after the fall in food prices, which is a key issue for low-income families.

According to L.I. Lula da Silva, this process contributes to a more positive perception of the socio-economic situation in Brazil as the end of the year approaches. –0–

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Minsk, December 24 (Xinhua) — Dialogue between Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko and US President Donald Trump continues, and new proposals have been received from the American side. This was announced on Wednesday by Ivan Tertel, Chairman of the State Security Committee (KGB) of Belarus. The corresponding information was published by Belta on the same day.

I. Tertel noted that on the morning of December 24, he briefed the Belarusian president on the American side's new proposals, taking into account Belarus's position aimed at achieving a peaceful resolution of all disputes, particularly regarding Ukraine. He added that numerous global and regional issues, as well as bilateral relations, are being discussed with the American side.

I. Tertel also noted that relations with the United States are being built based on Belarus's interests. "And here we see a new approach from the new US presidential administration. It's constructive. Indeed, the US president and his team are doing a lot around the world and in our region to stabilize the situation," the Belarusian KGB chairman stated.

He also emphasized that there are many opponents of this process, especially in Europe, where they are waiting for the situation in the United States to change. The Belarusian side has relevant information confirming this. "Our American colleagues have also been informed of this and are aware of it," said I. Tertel.

At the same time, the Belarusian KGB Chairman is positive about the ongoing negotiations between the two countries. "I am confident that a positive result will be achieved, and I assure you, we will hear good news in this regard in due course," I. Tertel concluded.

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