Russia claims its forces have advanced to the edge of Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region amid intensified fighting and growing tensions over stalled peace talks and the return of war dead. Moscow has seized over 190 square km of northeastern Ukraine in recent weeks and continues pushing west from Donetsk. Ukraine says its forces are holding the line and accused Russia of playing politics with prisoner and … Continue reading Russia advances to east-central Ukrainian region amid row over dead soldiers

A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck central Colombia early Sunday near Paratebueno, southeast of Bogotá.  No casualties were reported. The quake was followed by smaller tremors, and authorities are assessing the impact. People in Bogotá felt the shaking, but early reports indicate no damage, ABC News has reported. Colombia is located in the seismically active Pacific Ring of Fire. Written by B.C. Begley Continue reading 6.3 magnitude earthquake hits central Colombia, no casualties reported

Israel has vowed to block the “Madleen” aid ship from reaching Gaza, calling it a media stunt. The vessel, part of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, aims to challenge Israel’s blockade. Israeli officials warn the attempt is unlawful and undermines humanitarian efforts, CNN has reported. Despite limited aid recently allowed into Gaza, humanitarian groups warn of worsening famine and crisis conditions. Written by B.C. Begley Continue reading Israel intercepts Gaza-bound aid ship, detaining Greta Thunberg and other prominent activists

Colombian presidential candidate and senator Miguel Uribe Turbay remains in critical condition after being shot three times—twice in the head—during a campaign event in Bogotá. A 15-year-old suspect was arrested at the scene with a firearm. Uribe, a right-wing critic of President Gustavo Petro, was rushed into surgery and remains in intensive care. Leaders across Colombia and abroad condemned the attack as a threat to … Continue reading Colombia presidential hopeful shot in head at rally

The Wagner Group has announced its withdrawal from Mali, claiming it has completed its mission of fighting Islamist militants alongside the Malian military since 2021. The exit coincides with renewed jihadist attacks in the region, including deadly assaults on military bases in Boulikessi, Timbuktu, and Mahou. Despite Wagner’s departure, Russia will maintain a presence in Mali through Africa Corps, a rival mercenary group. Wagner’s exit … Continue reading Wagner to withdraw from Mali after ‘completing mission’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that Israel is arming anti-Hamas militias in southern Gaza, a move he defended as a way to protect Israeli soldiers. The revelation follows a leak by former defense minister Avigdor Lieberman and has sparked political backlash within Israel. Meanwhile, Gaza faces worsening humanitarian conditions, with the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation halting aid distribution due to security concerns and deadly incidents … Continue reading Israel arming Gaza militias fighting Hamas, Netanyahu says

Israel has recovered the body of Thai national Nattapong Pinta, who was taken hostage during the Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023. The 35-year-old agricultural worker was likely killed early in his captivity, and his body was retrieved in a special operation in Rafah, Gaza. He is believed to be the last Thai hostage from the attack, during which 1,200 people were killed and 251 … Continue reading Body of Thai hostage recovered from Gaza, Israel says