The Biden administration continues to support Israel with arms, despite some criticism over the limited humanitarian aid access to Gaza. Meanwhile, Secretary of State Antony Blinken is urging Israel to enhance aid distribution efforts.

Shifting gears, President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Mike Huckabee as the next US ambassador to Israel. Huckabee, a well-known pro-Israel advocate, has already received a warm welcome from Israeli officials, eager to build stronger ties.

Moving to Latin America, the Venezuelan Attorney General claims the government's crackdown after the disputed 2017 elections averted a civil war. Despite allegations of excessive force, the government asserts that the actions prevented further unrest.

In other developments, the U.S. has banned flights to Haiti due to escalating gang violence, adding to the nation's already precarious political situation. This comes as Haiti's new Prime Minister takes office amidst continued chaos in the capital.

In the realm of global energy, IAEA Chief Rafael Grossi is calling for nuclear power to be included in climate funding, emphasizing its potential to boost energy security. Some countries have successfully integrated nuclear solutions, showing promising results.

Finally, in the United States, a Massachusetts Air National Guardsman is facing sentencing for leaking classified Ukraine war documents. Jack Teixeira, who admitted to sharing sensitive information online, is confronting serious legal consequences.