Sudan has accused Ethiopia and the United Arab Emirates of involvement in recent drone attacks, warning it will not remain silent. The government recalled its ambassador from Ethiopia, alleging drones launched from Ethiopian territory struck Khartoum International Airport and disrupted operations. Ethiopia denied the claims as baseless and accused Sudan of backing the Tigray People’s Liberation Front, which also rejected any ties to Sudan. The … Continue reading Sudan accuses Ethiopia, UAE of being behind recent drone attacks

Counter-terrorism police in London are investigating a suspected arson attack at a disused former synagogue in Tower Hamlets, possibly linked to an Iran-backed campaign. The fire caused minor damage, and CCTV showed two hooded individuals deliberately starting it early Tuesday morning. The building, once the East London Central Synagogue, has previously been targeted with antisemitic graffiti and holds cultural significance for the Jewish community. Authorities … Continue reading Police investigate suspected arson attack at former synagogue in east London

At least 26 people were killed and over 80 injured in widespread Russian drone and missile attacks across Ukraine just before a planned ceasefire. Strikes hit multiple cities including Kramatorsk, Zaporizhzhia, Chernihiv, and Dnipro, causing significant casualties and damage. Overnight attacks on gas facilities in Poltava and Kharkiv regions killed five workers and rescuers and disrupted energy supplies to thousands. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized … Continue reading Russian attacks kill 26 in Ukraine before Kyiv-announced ceasefire

An explosion at a fireworks plant in Changsha, Hunan province in central China killed at least 21 people and injured 61 others, according to state media. The blast occurred on Monday afternoon and caused significant damage, with aerial footage showing collapsed structures and lingering smoke at the site. Around 500 rescuers were deployed, and nearby residents were evacuated due to risks from stored explosives. Authorities … Continue reading An explosion at a fireworks plant in China kills at least 21 people, state media says

A petition seeking a referendum on Alberta separating from Canada was formally submitted on Monday, with organizers claiming they gathered over 300,000 signatures—well above the required threshold. The proposal reflects long-standing “western alienation,” with supporters arguing Alberta is unfairly treated by federal decision-makers in Ottawa. However, court challenges from Indigenous First Nations have paused verification of signatures, with opponents arguing independence could violate treaty rights … Continue reading Alberta separatists submit petition for independence referendum

A magnitude-5.6 earthquake struck southern Mexico on Monday morning, according to the country’s National Seismological Institute. The shaking prompted alarm systems to activate in Mexico City, leading to brief evacuations in some areas. Authorities did not immediately report any major damage or significant injuries. The quake was felt across parts of southern Mexico and the capital region, NBC 5 News has reported. Officials continued to … Continue reading Southern Mexico rattled by 5.6-magnitude earthquake

A driver in Leipzig, Germany, drove into pedestrians in a central shopping area on Monday, killing two people and seriously injuring two others. About 20 additional people were also affected, according to local fire officials. Police detained the suspect at the scene after he stopped the vehicle himself. Authorities identified him as a 33-year-old German citizen and said the incident is believed to be isolated, … Continue reading A driver plows into people in a shopping area in Germany, killing 2

A fragile U.S.–Iran ceasefire appeared close to collapse after Iranian drones and missiles struck the United Arab Emirates and U.S. forces reportedly sank Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump warned Iran of severe retaliation if it targets U.S. ships and claimed additional attacks, including on a South Korean vessel, while suggesting allied support for protecting shipping routes. The escalation drove global … Continue reading Iran attacks UAE; U.S. says it sank boats in Strait of Hormuz