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Trump Warns Escalation
- U.S. President Donald Trump warned December 11, 2025 that the Ukraine-Russia war could escalate into a "third world war," citing 25,000 deaths.
- Trump urged action, frustrated by slow peace negotiations.
- After an ISIS attack in Syria, Trump said there would be serious retaliation for two U.S. service members and one civilian killed.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reinforced the U.S. commitment to retaliate against those targeting Americans while Syria operations continue.
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