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China: Driver Encounters Bear Family on Dark Road in Yunnan

A video filmed on January 10, 2026, in Yunnan Province, southwestern China, shows several Tibetan blue bears running along a dark road at night. As the car approached, the mother bear lunged at the car, hitting the right front of it. The filmer later said the car suffered only a minor scrape and that the bear was unharmed.

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China: Dog Balances Calmly on Moving E-Bike, Turning Heads in Yunnan Street

A video filmed on February 12, 2026, in Yunnan, China, shows a dog calmly standing on the shoulder of two riders traveling on an electric bike. The dog maintained its balance with surprising confidence as the bike moved along the street, drawing attention and smiles from passersby.

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US: Powerful Blizzard Hits NYC, Travel Bans Issued Across Northeast

A powerful blizzard — the first to strike the New York City area in a decade — began late Sunday night, February 22, and brought much of the U.S. Northeast to a standstill by Monday, February 23, prompting travel bans, school closures, and emergency measures. Central Park recorded 19.7 inches of snow, while parts of Long Island saw up to 31 inches. The storm produced heavy snow, fierce winds, coastal flooding risks, and widespread power outages, with states of emergency declared and millions under weather warnings across the region. This video was captured on the Manhattan side beneath the Queensboro Bridge (59th Street Bridge), along the East River, on Sunday night, February 22.

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US: Fierce Winds and Heavy Snow Batter Lake Superior Shoreline in Minnesota

A major winter storm slammed northeastern Minnesota and the North Shore on Wednesday, February 18, bringing more than two feet of snow and wind gusts near 60 mph. Heavy snowfall and strong winds shut down much of Grand Marais, while lakeshore areas along Lake Superior recorded the highest totals.

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US: Storm Slams Sierra Nevada With Heavy Snow, Travel Disrupted

Heavy snowfall continues across the Sierra Nevada, delivering significant snowpack but creating dangerous conditions. Several feet of snow have already accumulated, with some higher elevations expected to receive well over 10 feet before storms taper off next week. Strong winds and intense snowfall have triggered avalanche warnings and reduced visibility, prompting search and rescue efforts after a backcountry avalanche. Travel has been severely impacted, with whiteout conditions and intermittent closures along Interstate 80 near Donner Summit.

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US: Seahawks Hold Super Bowl Victory Parade in Downtown Seattle 4

The Seattle Seahawks held a victory parade in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, February 11, after defeating the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Sunday. The celebration route ran along 4th Avenue from Washington Street to Cedar Street, as fans gathered to honor the team’s championship.

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US: Seahawks Hold Super Bowl Victory Parade in Downtown Seattle 3

The Seattle Seahawks held a victory parade in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, February 11, after defeating the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Sunday. The celebration route ran along 4th Avenue from Washington Street to Cedar Street, as fans gathered to honor the team’s championship.

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US: Seahawks Hold Super Bowl Victory Parade in Downtown Seattle 2

The Seattle Seahawks held a victory parade in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, February 11, after defeating the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Sunday. The celebration route ran along 4th Avenue from Washington Street to Cedar Street, as fans gathered to honor the team’s championship.

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US: Seahawks Hold Super Bowl Victory Parade in Downtown Seattle

The Seattle Seahawks held a victory parade in downtown Seattle on Wednesday, February 11, after defeating the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Sunday. The celebration route ran along 4th Avenue from Washington Street to Cedar Street, as fans gathered to honor the team’s championship.

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Japan: Tokyo Sees Significant Snow Accumulation Amid Widespread Winter Storm 7

A cold air mass brought widespread snow to much of Japan starting Saturday, February 7, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue warnings and advisories nationwide as heavy snow continued along the Sea of Japan coast. As of Sunday, over 3 cm of snow accumulation was reported in Tokyo, covering streets throughout the capital. This video shows the Tokyo Disney Resort area around Maihama Station.

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Japan: Tokyo Sees Significant Snow Accumulation Amid Widespread Winter Storm 6

A cold air mass brought widespread snow to much of Japan starting Saturday, February 7, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue warnings and advisories nationwide as heavy snow continued along the Sea of Japan coast. As of Sunday, over 3 cm of snow accumulation was reported in Tokyo, covering streets throughout the capital.

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Japan: Tokyo Sees Significant Snow Accumulation Amid Widespread Winter Storm 5

A cold air mass brought widespread snow to much of Japan starting Saturday, February 7, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue warnings and advisories nationwide as heavy snow continued along the Sea of Japan coast. As of Sunday, over 3 cm of snow accumulation was reported in Tokyo, covering streets throughout the capital.

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Japan: Tokyo Sees Significant Snow Accumulation Amid Widespread Winter Storm 4

A cold air mass brought widespread snow to much of Japan starting Saturday, February 7, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue warnings and advisories nationwide as heavy snow continued along the Sea of Japan coast. As of Sunday, over 3 cm of snow accumulation was reported in Tokyo, covering streets throughout the capital.

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Japan: Tokyo Sees Significant Snow Accumulation Amid Widespread Winter Storm 3

A cold air mass brought widespread snow to much of Japan starting Saturday, February 7, prompting the Japan Meteorological Agency to issue warnings and advisories nationwide as heavy snow continued along the Sea of Japan coast. As of Sunday, over 3 cm of snow accumulation was reported in Tokyo, covering streets throughout the capital.

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China: Penguins Race at Harbin Winter Attraction, Drawing Crowds

On December 21, 2025, in Harbin, Heilongjiang, a video showed penguins racing at Poseidon Ocean World during its Ice and Snow Fairy Tale Season. Wearing numbered outfits, the penguins waddled along a set course as visitors watched and filmed. The playful event quickly drew crowds and became a popular winter attraction.

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Ireland: Strong Winds Send Huge Waves Crashing Along Dublin Coast 2

Strong winds whipped up huge waves along the Dublin coast on Thursday, February 5, as severe weather accompanied by heavy rain and flooding battered Ireland.

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China: Squirrel Performs Gymnastic-Like Moves on Overhead Power Line

On February 1, 2026, in Dali, Yunnan province, southwestern China, a video showed a small squirrel struggling on an overhead power line at the Canghai Yunshang Grassland scenic area. The squirrel spun and flipped along the wire, appearing at first to perform gymnastic moves, before clinging on nervously. It eventually regained its balance and escaped safely.

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Ireland: Strong Winds Send Huge Waves Crashing Along Dublin Coast

Strong winds whipped up huge waves along the Dublin coast on Thursday, February 5, as severe weather accompanied by heavy rain and flooding battered Ireland.

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Ireland: Weather Warnings Reissued as Heavy Rain and Winds Batter Island

Strong winds whipped up huge waves along the Dublin coast on Thursday, February 5, as severe weather accompanied by heavy rain and flooding battered Ireland. Twelve counties remain under weather warnings as Ireland braces for another day of torrential rain. A Status Orange rain warning is now in effect for Dublin, Wicklow, Louth, and Waterford. The alert for Dublin and Wicklow, which began this morning, has been extended until 3 p.m. on Friday, February 6. Status Yellow warnings remain in place for several other regions, while multiple train services have been suspended until further notice due to flooding.

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Spain: River Levels Rise in Malaga as Storm Leonardo Brings Heavy Rain

Storm Leonardo has caused rapid river level rises across Málaga province, with the Guadiaro under red alert and at risk of overflowing after heavy rainfall on already saturated ground. Several other rivers, including the Genal and Guadalteba, have also reached warning levels, with localized flooding reported. This video shows Guadalmedina River on the Cotina area on Wednesday morning, February 4.

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Power outage disrupts train services in Tokyo

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows people walk along the tracks of the JR Joban Line in Tokyo on Jan. 30, 2026, as train services are disrupted following a power outage at Ueno Station.

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Power outage disrupts train services in Tokyo

People walk along the tracks of the JR Joban Line in Tokyo on Jan. 30, 2026, as train services are disrupted following a power outage at Ueno Station.

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Power outage disrupts train services in Tokyo

People walk along the tracks of the JR Joban Line in Tokyo on Jan. 30, 2026, as train services are disrupted following a power outage at Ueno Station.

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RECAP: Snow Falls in Madrid as Storm Kristin Sweeps Spain

Storm Kristin brought snow to Madrid on Wednesday, January 28, along with rain, strong winds, and cold air across much of Spain. The snowfall caused minor traffic disruptions in the capital, and authorities urged drivers to drive with caution.

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US: Ice Floes Cover NYC Rivers After Snowstorm 3

Ice floes were seen drifting along the Hudson and East rivers in New York on Tuesday, January 27, following a winter snowstorm that forced the suspension of NYC Ferry service. NYC Ferry service across all routes remained suspended for a second day on Wednesday, January 28, due to floating ice in both the East and Hudson rivers.

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Japan: Tokyo’s Beloved Panda Twins Depart for China Amid Fan Farewell

Twin giant pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, born and raised at Tokyo’s Ueno Zoo, departed for their return to China on Tuesday, January 27. As the two pandas left Ueno Zoo by truck in the afternoon, heading to Narita Airport, hundreds of fans gathered along the sidewalk near the zoo to see them off.

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Japan: Massive Crowding at Stations After Knife Scare on Saikyo Line

17-year-old boy was arrested on Friday, January 23, following reports of a man armed with a knife on a Saikyo Line train in Tokyo’s Kita Ward. While no injuries were reported, several train lines were suspended, forcing some passengers to walk along the tracks and causing massive crowding at stations as commuters were left stranded.

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[Breaking News]Power outage stops train in Japan

TOKYO, Japan, Jan. 16 Kyodo - Passengers walk along a track after a power outage halted their train between JR Tamachi Station and JR Takanawa Gateway Station in Tokyo on Jan. 16, 2026. (Kyodo)

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Power outage stops train in Japan

TOKYO, Japan, Jan. 16 Kyodo - Passengers walk along a track after a power outage halted their train between JR Tamachi Station and JR Takanawa Gateway Station in Tokyo on Jan. 16, 2026. (Kyodo)

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Japan: Strongest Cold Wave of Season Brings Heavy Snow to Wide Areas 2

A cold wave described as the strongest of the season has brought heavy snowfall to wide areas of Japan, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast. The snow is expected to persist through around Sunday, January 25.

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Japan: Strongest Cold Wave of Season Brings Heavy Snow to Wide Areas

A cold wave described as the strongest of the season has brought heavy snowfall to wide areas of Japan, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast. The snow is expected to persist through around Sunday, January 25.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions 2

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions 3

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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Japan: Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Affect Northern Regions

Snowfall and strong winds affected parts of Hokkaido and the Tohoku region on Tuesday, January 20, as a low-pressure system moved across northern Japan. Snow accumulated rapidly in some areas, while gusty winds led to reduced visibility and difficult travel conditions, particularly along the Sea of Japan coast.

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Demonstration in Support of Kurds in Syria - Iraq

Mass demonstrations swept through Erbil as a diverse crowd of women children youth and elderly citizens rallied at multiple strategic locations including the US Consulate General, the United Nations UN compound, and along the prominent Sarsahad Street. Thousands gathered to show unwavering solidarity with Rojava Northeast Syria condemning recent military escalations and urging both the US and the UN to intervene against the violence targeting Kurdish regions . Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq on January 20, 2026. Photo by Sabur/ABACAPRESS.COM