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The announced meeting is the latest development in an extensive U.S.-led diplomatic push to end the nearly four-year Russia-Ukraine war.

Although officials did not say which group was targeted, security analysts said the target is most likely the Lakurawa group, an IS-affiliated jihadi group.

President Donald Trump says he launched a "powerful and deadly" U.S. strike against Islamic State forces in Nigeria, after spending weeks accusing the government there of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians in the West African country.

A powerful storm continues to batter California, triggering mudslides, severe flooding and multiple evacuations. It's a record-setting Christmas Day for rain and officials are warning travelers to reconsider holiday travel plans as dangerous conditions may only get worse. William Brangham reports.

In our news wrap Thursday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he had a "very good conversation" with U.S. negotiators about the draft plan aimed at ending the war with Russia, Pope Leo condemned the treatment of Palestinians in Gaza and called for an end to all wars around the world and one Powerball player in Arkansas is having a very merry Christmas having won the $1.8 billion jackpot.

For our podcast, "Settle In," Amna Nawaz spoke with Irin Carmon, the journalist behind the book "The Notorious RBG," as well as a new book about pregnancy in America. "Unbearable" follows the stories of five women in New York and Alabama as they navigate a new landscape following the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

This Christmas, many children welcomed a familiar visitor – a jolly man in a red suit and a sleigh full of gifts. But the bearded figure Americans recognize today as Santa Claus is a relatively modern creation, shaped over centuries by folklore, art and evolving tradition. Stephanie Sy reports. And a warning for parents and younger viewers: this story contains some spoilers about Santa Claus.

At the beginning of this year, the community of Altadena was one of several devastated by wildfires in California. Gina Clayton-Johnson, the founder of Essie Justice Group, lost her home and some irreplaceable family treasures. She shares her Brief But Spectacular take on putting the pieces back together.

A beloved symbol of the holiday season, The Rockettes are celebrating a big anniversary. Founded in 1925, the famous dance company is marking 100 years on stage. Julia Griffin reports.

Syrian security forces have also launched operations against IS in recent days, including two raids on the outskirts of Damascus, the Syrian capital.

See how Christians around the world are celebrating Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Residents around burn scar zones from the Airport Fire in Orange County are under evacuation orders.

Over the years, Bakri made several films that spanned the spectrum of Palestinian experiences.

Organizers say that made it the second-largest in U.S. history and the largest Powerball prize of 2025.

Leo called for "justice, peace and stability" in Lebanon, the Palestinian territories, Israel and Syria, prayers for "the tormented people of Ukraine," and "peace and consolation" for victims of wars, injustice, political stability, religious persecution and terrorism.

Ukraine's president has floated a possible compromise to a key Russian demand that Kyiv give up territory in eastern Ukraine. Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal could address one of the main sticking points that have bogged down U.S.-led negotiations, but Moscow has given no indication whether it might agree. Nick Schifrin reports.

In our news wrap Wednesday, the Department of Justice says it's discovered over a million more documents possibly related to Jeffrey Epstein, an explosion in Moscow killed three people, investigators are searching for what caused a massive explosion at a Philadelphia-area nursing home and a powerful storm is slamming Southern California on the eve of what could be the wettest Christmas in years.

As the year ends, The 19th takes a look at how the conservative policy wishlist for President Donald Trump's second term affected women and LGBTQ+ Americans.

For her series, America at a Crossroads, Judy Woodruff has been traveling the country and talking with grassroots groups that are working on solutions to our nation's deep divides. For her last piece of the year, she reports from New Hampshire on how some believe the answer to many of our challenges may begin right at home.

Thousands flocked to Bethlehem's Manger Square on Christmas Eve, the spot where Christians believe Jesus was born. It's in the occupied West Bank, and celebrations were canceled over the last two years because of the Israel-Hamas war. Producer Karl Bostic looks at what life is like for Palestinians who live there.