Iran announces deal to purchase Russian fighter jets

According to state media reports, Iran has completed negotiations to procure Sukhoi Su-35 fighter jets from Russia, indicating a strengthening of defense collaboration between the two nations. Iran’s air force, impacted by economic sanctions, possesses an outdated fleet of planes and has encountered difficulties in obtaining replacement components to maintain its military aircraft, as reported by Breitbart News. In a communication to the United Nations, … Continue reading Iran announces deal to purchase Russian fighter jets

Italy predicts up to 680,000 migrants could cross the sea from Libya

According to a lawmaker from Premier Giorgia Meloni’s far-right party, intelligence reports suggest that almost 700,000 migrants are present in Libya, waiting for an opportunity to embark on a sea journey towards Italy. However, a UN migration official has dismissed this figure, claiming it to be unreliable. In an interview with Tgcom24, Tommaso Foti, who serves as the lower parliamentary house whip for the Brothers … Continue reading Italy predicts up to 680,000 migrants could cross the sea from Libya

Suspected extremists kill at least 19 people in Congo

Authorities reported on Sunday that rebels in eastern Congo had killed a minimum of 19 individuals and set ablaze a health center and several houses. Carly Nzanzu, the ex-governor of North Kivu province, stated in an interview with state media that armed individuals, believed to be members of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) militia that has connections to the Islamic State group, assaulted civilians in … Continue reading Suspected extremists kill at least 19 people in Congo

North Korea launches missiles from sub as US and S. Korea hold drills

On Monday, the South Korean and U.S. armed forces commenced their most extensive joint military maneuvers in years, while North Korea claimed to have conducted a trial of submarine-launched cruise missiles in what seems to be a demonstration against the exercises that it perceives as a mock invasion. The missile tests carried out by North Korea on Sunday suggest that the nation is inclined to … Continue reading North Korea launches missiles from sub as US and S. Korea hold drills

Power Supply Restored as Ukraine Recovers from Russian Barrage

Officials reported on Friday that the majority of power supply in Ukraine’s capital has been restored, following the country’s prompt and resolute response to the recent Russian missile and drone attack aimed at crucial infrastructure. As has been the case since early October, the Russian military employed a well-known tactic on Thursday, launching attacks on Ukraine from a distance, while the ground battles in the … Continue reading Power Supply Restored as Ukraine Recovers from Russian Barrage

Arch-rivals Iran and Saudi Arabia agree to revive ties

Iran and Saudi Arabia, who have been regional adversaries for a long time, have declared their intention to restore diplomatic ties and re-establish embassies in each other’s countries after negotiations led by China in Beijing. Both governments made the announcement through their respective state media agencies. “As a result of the talks, Iran and Saudi Arabia agreed to resume diplomatic relations and re-open embassies … … Continue reading Arch-rivals Iran and Saudi Arabia agree to revive ties

Hours after West Bank raid, three injured in Tel Aviv shooting incident

Late on Thursday, a Palestinian gunman fired on a bustling street in central Tel Aviv, injuring three people before being shot and killed, according to Israeli authorities. The shooting followed an Israeli military operation in the occupied West Bank earlier in the day that resulted in the deaths of three Palestinian militants, the Associated Press reported. These events are the most recent instances of the … Continue reading Hours after West Bank raid, three injured in Tel Aviv shooting incident

3 Greek rail officials accused of involvement in fatal train crash that killed 57 are charged

As demonstrations persisted and the government pledged to revamp rail safety, three additional Greek rail officials were charged on Thursday in connection with a train accident that resulted in the deaths of 57 individuals. According to a senior official involved in the investigation who spoke to the Associated Press on the condition of anonymity due to judicial policy, two station managers and a supervisor were … Continue reading 3 Greek rail officials accused of involvement in fatal train crash that killed 57 are charged

Massive protests prompt Georgia to repeal foreign agents law

On Thursday, Georgia’s ruling party announced that it would retract proposed legislation that had the potential to stifle dissent and limit media freedom, which had drawn criticism from opponents and resulted in tens of thousands of protesters swarming the capital. Many had expressed concerns that the proposed law would introduce Russian-style repression in the country, the Associated Press reported. The proposed legislation would have mandated … Continue reading Massive protests prompt Georgia to repeal foreign agents law

Local media reports six fatalities in shooting at Jehovah’s Witness center in Hamburg

Police report multiple fatalities after a fatal shooting at a Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Hamburg on Thursday evening, CNN reported. At least six people are dead and seven people injured, CNN affiliate RTL/NTV reported. Hamburg police stated that the attack took place in the northern German city at approximately 9 p.m. local time (3 p.m. ET) and involves one or more unidentified attackers. … Continue reading Local media reports six fatalities in shooting at Jehovah’s Witness center in Hamburg

Moscow fires barrage of hypersonic missiles, piercing Ukrainian air defenses

On Thursday, over 80 Russian missiles, accompanied by a handful of exploding drones, bombarded residential structures and vital infrastructure throughout Ukraine, resulting in the death of six individuals and leaving hundreds of thousands without power or heating. The most significant assault of its kind in three weeks endangered Europe’s most extensive nuclear power plant by disconnecting it from the power grid for almost half a … Continue reading Moscow fires barrage of hypersonic missiles, piercing Ukrainian air defenses

Russians warned to take anti-radiation pills and find shelter in another hack

Residents of eastern Russia were once again the victims of a TV and radio hack, which appeared to imply that they were under nuclear attack. This marks the third instance in just over two weeks where media outlets in the country have transmitted fake alerts, the Metro reported. On February 22, a fabricated civil defense siren was broadcast, claiming that an “air raid alert” was … Continue reading Russians warned to take anti-radiation pills and find shelter in another hack

Cartel says sorry; 5 assassins tied up, dumped in street, apology note left

Narcotics leaders have tied up and left in the street five assassins belonging to the Gulf Cartel who abducted four Americans and murdered two of them, the Daily Mail reported. On Wednesday night, the suspects were apprehended in the heart of the border city Matamoros, along with a truck that was employed during the kidnapping. As they were arrested, the suspects could be seen smirking … Continue reading Cartel says sorry; 5 assassins tied up, dumped in street, apology note left

Taiwan Suspects Beijing of Cutting Internet Cables to Island

Chen Yu-lin, the owner of a bed and breakfast, has had to inform his guests in the last month that he was unable to offer them internet access. Residents of Matsu, an outlying island of Taiwan located closer to neighboring China, have had to deal with challenges such as paying their electricity bills, scheduling doctor appointments, and receiving packages. Matsu’s population of 14,000 relies on … Continue reading Taiwan Suspects Beijing of Cutting Internet Cables to Island

Wagner Group Claims Progress in Bakhmut as Fighting Continues in Eastern Ukraine

The eastern district of Bakhmut has been claimed by Russia’s Wagner paramilitary organization, following the withdrawal of Ukrainian defenders to positions on the western bank of the river that runs through the city in recent days. Russia’s current offensive is primarily focused on the small city of Bakhmut in eastern Ukraine, with the goal of capturing additional territory. The Wagner forces have taken the lead … Continue reading Wagner Group Claims Progress in Bakhmut as Fighting Continues in Eastern Ukraine

Dozens of girls rushed to hospital after playing with Ouija board

Following their use of an Ouija board at Galeras Educational Institution in Colombia, a group of girls were swiftly taken to a hospital as they lost consciousness. In total, 28 students were affected by the incident, the Sun reported. The students were admitted to the hospital due to symptoms such as fainting, anxiety, and others. The school’s directors and worried teachers went along with the … Continue reading Dozens of girls rushed to hospital after playing with Ouija board

Mexico’s Military Surveillance Sparks Concerns of a “Militarized State”

Documents reveal that Mexico’s military monitored a human rights activist and journalists who were investigating allegations of soldiers shooting innocent people, demonstrating that the military unlawfully employed surveillance technologies against non-military personnel. For years, the government has been mired in a scandal involving the use of advanced spyware against individuals who challenge Mexico’s leadership, the New York Times reported. However, surveillance specialists claim that this … Continue reading Mexico’s Military Surveillance Sparks Concerns of a “Militarized State”

Violence erupts in Paris as protesters clash with riot cops

Today, as protesters across France rallied against pension reforms, the streets of Paris were engulfed in violence, the Daily Mail reported. Amidst the industrial action that swept across the country on a day dubbed “Black Tuesday,” riot police engaged in heated confrontations with demonstrators in the capital city, resulting in running battles. The Port Royal metro station was the site of the most severe disturbance, … Continue reading Violence erupts in Paris as protesters clash with riot cops

FBI probing the ‘suspicious death’ of a woman on a Carnival cruise ship

On Sunday, the FBI issued a news release revealing that they are investigating the “suspicious death” of a female passenger who was aboard the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship, CNN reported. The FBI field office in Columbia, South Carolina reported that the woman was discovered unresponsive during the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship’s voyage to Nassau, Bahamas on February 27th. Despite the medical staff and crew’s efforts … Continue reading FBI probing the ‘suspicious death’ of a woman on a Carnival cruise ship

Two Americans among four kidnapped in Mexico after shootout, found dead.

On Tuesday, authorities revealed that two of the four American citizens who were violently abducted in Mexico during a terrifying cartel shootout caught on camera on Friday, have been discovered deceased while the remaining two were found alive. As per Tamaulipas Governor Américo Villarreal, one of the surviving Americans sustained injuries, while the other remained unscathed, the New York Post reports. One person has been … Continue reading Two Americans among four kidnapped in Mexico after shootout, found dead.

Floods Strike Malaysia Causing 4 Fatalities and 40,000 Evacuees

At least four people have lost their lives and over 40,000 individuals have been displaced due to the seasonal floods in Malaysia, prompting rescue efforts in affected regions. On Saturday, state officials in Johor confirmed several fatalities, including that of a man who was caught in a car that was carried away by surging floodwaters, CNN reported. Rescue personnel and volunteers captured footage in various … Continue reading Floods Strike Malaysia Causing 4 Fatalities and 40,000 Evacuees

China raises its military spending to $230 billion, a 7.1% increase from year earlier

Amid concerns of a possible invasion of Taiwan, China has announced its plan to increase its military budget by almost $230 billion this year, the Daily Mail reports. Premier Li Keqiang has stated that the funds are intended to “enhance military capabilities and boost combat preparedness,” as he presented a draft budget to the National People’s Congress in Beijing, as reported by the Daily Mail. … Continue reading China raises its military spending to $230 billion, a 7.1% increase from year earlier

The United States is sending bridge-launching equipment to Ukraine in anticipation of clashes in the spring

On Friday, the United States unveiled a fresh military aid bundle worth $400 million for Ukraine, which comprises armored vehicles equipped with bridge-launching capabilities. This marks the first time that such equipment has been included, enabling soldiers to traverse rivers or other obstacles while Russian and Ukrainian troops continue to hold positions on opposite banks of the Dnieper River, as reported by the Associated Press. … Continue reading The United States is sending bridge-launching equipment to Ukraine in anticipation of clashes in the spring

Russian COVID Vaccine Creator Found Strangled to Death With Belt

A prominent scientist who helped develop Russia’s COVID vaccine, Sputnik V, was killed in his apartment in Moscow on Thursday, according to the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation. Andrey Botikov, who worked as a senior researcher at the Gamaleya National Research Center for Ecology and Mathematics, was found dead in his apartment on Thursday. His death is being investigated as a murder, the committee … Continue reading Russian COVID Vaccine Creator Found Strangled to Death With Belt

Colombia protests: Seventy-nine police officers taken hostage

A police officer has died and 79 others taken hostage during protests in Colombia’s southern Caquetá province. Violence erupted on Thursday after residents blockaded the compound of the oil exploration company Emerald Energy. They were demanding its help to repair and build new roads in the area. A civilian was also killed and nine oilfield workers captured alongside the police officers. Video showed the hostages … Continue reading Colombia protests: Seventy-nine police officers taken hostage