A suspected World War II shell exploded beneath a stilt house in Indonesia’s Papua region, killing five people and injuring nearly 20 others. The powerful blast destroyed nine homes, sent flames and smoke into the air, and left three people missing. Police believe the explosion was caused by an old bomb or mortar left over from World War II, though investigations are ongoing. Authorities are … Continue reading Suspected World War II bomb explodes in Indonesia, killing 5 people

Rescue teams in Laos are searching for two people believed trapped in a flooded cave for nearly two weeks after heavy rain blocked the main entrance. Five of the seven originally trapped villagers have already been rescued, while efforts continue in Xaisomboun province. Teams from Laos, Thailand, and several other countries are pumping water out and searching for alternative entrances, including dry passages and air … Continue reading Rescuers search for alternative route to reach 2 missing in a flooded Laos cave

The French Navy boarded an oil tanker suspected of violating international sanctions while sailing from Russia in the Atlantic Ocean. French President Emmanuel Macron said the operation, supported by partners including the United Kingdom, followed international maritime law. Authorities said the vessel was suspected of flying a false flag, and document checks confirmed irregularities. Acting at the request of prosecutors, the ship was diverted after … Continue reading France’s Macron says French Navy boarded Russia-linked oil tanker

The United States said it bombed Iranian radar and drone sites after Iran shot down an American drone, prompting Iran to claim it launched a retaliatory strike while Kuwait reported incoming fire. Although a ceasefire remains in place, repeated attacks between the two sides continue to threaten peace efforts. Officials from both countries are still negotiating, but uncertainty remains over how close they are to … Continue reading US bombs Iranian military sites and Kuwait is hit by drone and missile fire

A pirate-themed party boat sank in Akvaryum Bay, Türkiye, shortly after leaving Marmaris on Friday. The vessel, Big Boss Diamond, was carrying 148 people, including 20 children, when it began taking on water and started leaning to one side. Passengers were forced to jump into the sea and wait for rescue crews as nearby tourists captured the incident on video. Rescue teams safely brought all … Continue reading Pirate-themed party boat sinks, forcing passengers, including children, to jump into sea

Israeli forces seized the 12th-century Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon during their deepest incursion into the country in 26 years, despite an existing ceasefire. The castle, previously occupied by Israel from 1982 to 2000, is seen as a symbol of Israel’s long and costly involvement in Lebanon. Analysts say the site offers limited military value because Hezbollah mainly relies on drones rather than ground forces. … Continue reading Israel seizes Crusader castle in Lebanon

The U.S. military said it carried out another strike on Saturday against a boat in the eastern Pacific accused of drug smuggling, killing three men. U.S. Southern Command described the vessel as involved in narco-trafficking and linked to a designated terrorist organization, though it provided no evidence. The strike is part of an ongoing campaign targeting suspected drug-smuggling boats in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific. … Continue reading US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 3 in the eastern Pacific Ocean 

Ukrainian drones targeted energy and industrial sites across several Russian regions in an intensified infrastructure strike campaign. Ukraine confirmed attacks on the Saratov oil refinery and the Lazarevo oil-pumping station in the Kirov region, while denying claims it struck the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. Russian officials also reported drone strikes in the Rostov, Voronezh, and Belgorod regions, where three civilians were injured. In Russian-controlled Crimea, … Continue reading Ukrainian drone attacks hit multiple Russian targets, including refinery

A powerful explosion at a building storing mining explosives in northeastern Myanmar killed more than 45 people and injured around 70 others on Sunday. The blast occurred in Kaungtup village near the Chinese border, an area controlled by the Ta’ang National Liberation Army (TNLA). Rescue workers reported dozens of deaths, including children, while more than 100 nearby homes were damaged. The TNLA said gelignite explosives … Continue reading Blast at building storing explosives in Myanmar kills more than 45 people

More than 1,100 suspected Ebola cases are under investigation in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, with 263 confirmed cases and 43 deaths reported so far. Africa CDC director Jean Kaseya called for faster action and criticized Africa’s reliance on external funding to manage outbreaks. A $319 million regional response plan has been adopted by the health ministers of DR Congo, Uganda, and South … Continue reading Africa CDC Says Over 1,100 Suspected Ebola Cases In DR Congo And Uganda