Morning Briefing: Dec. 8, 2025

Here is a rundown of all the news you need to start your Monday, including a failed coup attempt in Benin, Trump claiming that Zelenskyy did not read the latest peace proposal for ending the Russia-Ukraine war, and the US Congress planning to lift Caesar Act sanctions on Syria. Situation in Benin ‘totally under control’ after coup attempt: President The situation in Benin is “totally under control” and citizens can return to their regular activities, President Patrice Tal