## After Syria, world must realise that Russia can be defeated – Polish PM

Authored by pravda.com.ua

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has linked the fall of the Syrian regime to the possibility of defeating Russia and its allies.

Details: Tusk’s tweet was his first comment on the unprecedented events in Syria that have led to the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad’s regime.

Quote: "The events in Syria have made the world realise once again, or at least they should, that even the most cruel regime may fall and that Russia and its allies can be defeated.".

Syrian rebels announced they had taken control of Damascus on 8 December, signalling the end of over two decades of Bashar al-Assad’s rule.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis also believes the events in Syria demonstrate that Russia can be defeated in Ukraine.

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs Kaja Kallas reacted to the toppling of Assad’s regime in Syria, highlighting it as evidence of the weakness of Russia and Iran.

Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala stated that Assad’s reliance on Russia has failed. »

### Travel ban for South Korea president Yoon after martial law attempt

Authored by bbc.com

Travel ban on S Korea president after martial law attempt.

South Korean authorities have imposed a travel ban on President Yoon Suk Yeol, who is under investigation for his short-lived martial law declaration last Tuesday.

Former Defence Minister Kim Yong-hyun, who reportedly proposed the martial law declaration to Yoon, was arrested on Sunday. »

### V.A. Officials Resign After Breitbart Report of Staff Orgy at Tennessee Veterans Hospital

Authored by shorenewsnetwork.com

A bargaining unit biomedical employee at the facility has been accused of engaging in sexual relationships with at least 32 female colleagues, congressional investigators told Breitbart News.

The resignations come as pressure mounts on the Department of Veterans Affairs to address the allegations and hold those involved accountable.

The investigation remains ongoing, with federal officials declining to comment further on specific personnel actions or the scope of the misconduct. »

### Ubisoft revises loyalty program to allow discounts on pre-orders and new games, too

Authored by eurogamer.net

Ubisoft has revised its loyalty program, allowing players to "exchange units on a wider selection of products".

If you're interested in signing up, don't forget that new Ubisoft accounts start with 100 units, which is enough for a 20% discount on your first Ubisoft Store purchase.

ICYMI, Ubisoft is continuing its talks with Chinese giant Tencent over a possible buyout deal that would take the Assassin's Creed maker private. »

### Tears of joy and sadness as ‘disappeared’ Syrians emerge from Assad’s prisons

Authored by theguardian.com

Many emerged frail and emaciated into the bright December sunlight, greeted by weeping family members who had no idea they were still alive.

Many Syrians were over the years brusquely informed by authorities that their relatives had been executed, sometimes years earlier.

“Some of them have a small hope, a window of hope, that their children will be alive. »

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