The US has designated two Ecuadorian gangs as foreign terrorist organizations, part of the Trump administration’s broader push against Latin American cartels. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the move in Quito, saying Washington intends to “wage war” on such groups. The step follows a US strike on Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua, raising regional concerns over expanded military action, the Associated Press has reported. On … Continue reading US designates 2 more gangs in Latin America as foreign terrorist groups

In the past week, Ukraine has escalated deep drone strikes on Russian oil refineries, knocking out up to 21% of refining capacity and worsening Moscow’s fuel shortages, forcing it to extend a petroleum export ban. Russia responded with massive missile and drone attacks on Kyiv, killing 26. Ukrainian forces continue to defend key eastern cities such as Pokrovsk and Lyman, while Russia redeploys elite units … Continue reading Ukraine knocks out Russian refineries as Russia kills dozens in Kyiv

At a Paris summit, Western allies led by France and the UK pledged to provide Ukraine with security guarantees, including a potential “reassurance force” after any ceasefire. French President Emmanuel Macron said 26 allies were prepared to commit troops, though details remain unclear. Russian President Vladimir Putin rejected the plan, warning that foreign forces in Ukraine would be “legitimate targets” and insisting Moscow should act … Continue reading Putin rejects Western security in Ukraine, warning troops would be target

A series of powerful earthquakes, including a 6.2-magnitude tremor on Thursday, have devastated eastern Afghanistan, raising the death toll from Sunday’s quake to over 2,200. Entire villages in Kunar province were destroyed, with nearly all homes damaged, leaving tens of thousands homeless. Rescue efforts are hampered by landslides, rough terrain, and severe shortages of aid, as international support has dwindled since the Taliban takeover. Aid … Continue reading Third earthquake hits Afghanistan as death toll rises above 2,200

The US Defense Department said two Venezuelan fighter jets flew close to the guided-missile destroyer Jason Dunham in international waters, calling the move “highly provocative” and warning Caracas not to interfere with US counter-narcotics operations. Venezuela has not commented on the incident, instead highlighting President Nicolás Maduro’s activation of the National Militia amid rising tensions. Washington accuses Maduro of ties to drug cartels and has deployed warships … Continue reading Pentagon warns Venezuela after claiming military aircraft flew by Navy vessel

Recent investigations reveal that safeguards in physician-assisted suicide laws are frequently ignored, challenging claims that such measures can be tightly controlled. In U.S. states where assisted suicide is legal, oversight is weak, rules are routinely violated, and regulations are being loosened, creating “suicide tourism” destinations. Canada’s medical assistance in dying (MAID) program illustrates the extreme outcome, with euthanasia now accounting for 1 in 20 deaths … Continue reading In Canada, ‘medical aid in dying’ becomes leading cause of death

At least 60 people have died after a boat carrying over 100 passengers capsized in Niger State, Nigeria, while heading to Dugga for a condolence visit. Authorities said the accident was caused by overloading and a collision with a submerged tree stump. Women and children made up the majority of the victims, and rescue operations are ongoing to locate missing passengers, Al-Jazeera has reported. Boat … Continue reading At least 60 dead after boat sinks in Nigeria, officials say