Dozens of people were killed in a wave of Israeli air and artillery strikes across southern and eastern Lebanon, which Lebanon’s health ministry said left at least 31 dead, including children. Israel said it struck more than 100 Hezbollah targets, marking one of the heaviest bombardments since a US-brokered ceasefire in April. The escalation followed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s pledge to intensify military operations … Continue reading Dozens killed in Lebanon as Israel intensifies strikes

Rescuers in central Laos are searching for seven people trapped in a cave after flash flooding blocked the exit last week. The group had entered the cave in Xaisomboun province on May 19 to search for gold when heavy rain caused dangerous conditions. One person escaped and alerted authorities, but the status of the remaining individuals is still unknown. Thai rescue teams have joined local … Continue reading Rescuers race to reach 7 trapped in a Laos cave after flash floods block exit

The US said it carried out new self-defense strikes in southern Iran targeting missile sites and boats suspected of laying mines, according to US Central Command. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claimed it had shot down a US drone and engaged other aircraft, while warning it reserves the right to retaliate for ceasefire violations. The strikes reportedly occurred near Bandar Abbas, a strategic port near the Strait … Continue reading US launches new strikes on Iran, targeting missile sites and boats

According to reports, the United States is planning to reduce military assets assigned to NATO, including fighter jets, warships, and submarines, in the event of a European crisis. A Pentagon envoy reportedly told NATO officials that US fighter jet contributions would be cut by about one-third and that destroyers would be withdrawn from NATO force commitments. Submarines are also expected to be removed from the … Continue reading Secret NATO ultimatum sparks panic as US pulls jets, bombers and submarines from Europe

Cambodia has enacted a new conscription law requiring men aged 18 to 25 to serve two years in the military, with penalties for evasion of up to five years in prison. The law replaces a 2006 statute that was never enforced and includes provisions for voluntary service for women and exemptions for certain groups like monks and people with disabilities. It was signed into effect … Continue reading Cambodia’s new conscription law takes effect in wake of conflict with Thailand

Nineteen Australian women and children linked to the Islamic State group are returning from Syrian detention camps, with flights arriving in Sydney and Melbourne. Australian officials said some may face criminal charges, warning that anyone involved in crimes will face prosecution. The government stressed it provided no assistance for the return and has long-standing security plans to monitor and manage returnees. Earlier this month, several … Continue reading 19 Australian women and children linked to Islamic State group set to return from Syria

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the military to intensify strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, saying Israel would continue and escalate its campaign despite a recent ceasefire extension. Soon after his statement, Israeli forces launched attacks on Hezbollah-related sites in the Bekaa Valley and other areas. The escalation reportedly triggered people to flee Beirut’s southern suburbs, a Hezbollah stronghold, while Lebanon was marking Liberation Day. … Continue reading Israel to intensify Lebanon offensive to ‘crush’ Hezbollah

Russia has warned it will carry out a “series of systematic strikes” on defense-related facilities in Kyiv in response to a Ukrainian drone attack in the occupied Luhansk region that reportedly killed at least 18 people. Moscow said the attack on Starobilsk was “the last straw” and accused Ukraine of targeting civilians and committing terrorism. Russian officials said the planned strikes will focus on sites … Continue reading Russia warns foreigners to leave Kyiv as it prepares ‘systematic strikes’

The U.S. military said it carried out limited “self-defense” strikes in southern Iran, targeting missile launch sites and mine-laying boats while maintaining restraint during an ongoing ceasefire. At the same time, President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran were progressing and proposed that several countries, including Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, join the Abraham Accords as part of a broader peace agreement. The proposal has drawn … Continue reading US military says it carried out ‘self-defense’ strikes in Iran

Attacks on Ebola treatment facilities in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo are increasing as health officials warn the outbreak could worsen in both the DRC and Uganda. Several health centers and medical tents have been stormed or set on fire by angry residents, often sparked by disputes over the handling of bodies under strict burial protocols. Aid groups say the violence is driven by … Continue reading Attacks on Ebola centres intensify in eastern DRC amid outbreak fears

Turkish police stormed the headquarters of the main opposition CHP party on Sunday, using tear gas and rubber bullets against supporters gathered outside during a tense standoff. The raid followed a court decision that nullified the election of party leader Özgür Özel and sought to reinstate former leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu. The CHP has rejected the ruling as politically motivated, saying it is part of a … Continue reading Turkish police storm offices of main opposition party, firing tear gas and rubber bullets

A suicide bomber detonated an explosives-laden vehicle near a railway track in Quetta, Pakistan, as a passenger train passed, killing at least 23 people and injuring more than 70. The blast overturned and set fire to two train cars and caused heavy damage to nearby buildings and vehicles in the area. Authorities said many of the wounded were in critical condition, and hospitals in Quetta … Continue reading Suicide bombing near a railway track in southwest Pakistan kills at least 23 people

A nine-story building under construction collapsed early Sunday in Angeles City north of Manila after a severe thunderstorm, leaving at least 21 people missing. Rescue teams reported hearing voices from beneath the rubble as they searched for survivors, while 24 workers were rescued or escaped safely. More than 100 responders, including police and firefighters, used their hands and sniffer dogs to navigate the unstable debris … Continue reading 9-story building under construction in the Philippines collapses; 21 missing

Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Kyiv early Sunday, causing fires, widespread damage, and hours of explosions across the city. Ukrainian officials said at least two people were killed and 77 injured, with damage reported in every district and several cultural sites affected, including the destruction of the Chernobyl museum. Ukraine’s air force said Russia used 600 drones and 90 missiles, including … Continue reading Russia pounds Kyiv in powerful drone and missile attack

A 39-year-old spearfisher was killed in a shark attack on Sunday at Kennedy Shoal on the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland, Australia. The man, from Cairns, was diving with friends when he suffered a fatal head injury during the attack. He was transported by boat to Hull Heads, where paramedics confirmed his injuries were unsurvivable. Witnesses had reported bull sharks in the area before the … Continue reading Spearfisher mauled in Australia’s second fatal shark attack in a week

Prisoners at Barinas prison in western Venezuela protested from the prison roof on Sunday, burning mattresses and demanding the removal of the prison director. Inmates accused guards and prison staff of opening fire on unarmed prisoners during what they described as a peaceful protest, leaving several wounded. Videos shared by a local prison rights NGO showed injured prisoners and included claims of poor treatment, including … Continue reading Venezuelan inmates take to prison roof to protest shootings, abuse

Russia joined several major energy producers and emitters in voting against a UN General Assembly resolution calling for stronger global action on climate change. The vote passed 141–8 with 28 abstentions and supported an International Court of Justice advisory opinion stating that failure to meet climate obligations could be unlawful and may require reparations. Alongside Russia, countries such as the United States, Iran, Saudi Arabia, … Continue reading Russia Joins U.S. and Iran in Voting Against UN Climate Change Resolution

British Defence Secretary John Healey said Russian fighter jets carried out two dangerous encounters with an unarmed RAF Rivet Joint spy plane over the Black Sea in mid-April. In one incident, a Russian Su-27 flew within six metres of the aircraft and made repeated close passes, while a Su-35 later came close enough to trigger the plane’s emergency systems and disable autopilot. The RAF aircraft … Continue reading Russian jet causes ‘dangerous’ near miss after flying close to RAF spy plane

Russia and Belarus announced that nuclear munitions had been delivered to field storage sites in Belarus as part of large-scale joint nuclear exercises. The drills, involving 64,000 troops and extensive military equipment, come amid heightened tensions with NATO and repeated drone incidents in the Baltic region. Belarus said video footage showed missiles and military vehicles involved in the deployment, including the nuclear-capable Iskander-M missile system. … Continue reading Russia delivers nuclear warheads to Belarus as NATO tensions spike

President Donald Trump announced plans to send 5,000 additional U.S. troops to Poland, citing his relationship with newly elected Polish President Karol Nawrocki. The announcement appeared to reverse a recent Pentagon decision to halt the deployment of a 4,200-member Army brigade to Poland. U.S. and Polish officials have not clarified which troops will be sent, when they will arrive, or whether the delayed brigade will … Continue reading In apparent reversal, Trump says he’s sending 5,000 troops to Poland

A record 274 climbers reached the summit of Mount Everest from Nepal in a single day after clear weather followed a delayed climbing season caused by ice fall risks. Most climbers were assisted by Sherpa guides and used bottled oxygen, while Ecuadorian climber Marcelo Segovia climbed independently without oxygen. The large number of climbers led to reports of queues and slow movement near the summit, … Continue reading Record 274 climbers summit Everest from Nepalese side in single day

Russia said on May 21 that it would continue supporting Cuba despite increased US pressure and sanctions on the island nation. The statement came after the US announced murder charges against former Cuban president Raul Castro, escalating its campaign against Cuba. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova pledged strong support for the Cuban people during what she called a difficult period. She condemned US actions … Continue reading Russia says it will support Cuba as US tightens the ‘noose’

Russia on Tuesday began large-scale nuclear forces drills involving tens of thousands of troops, missile systems, aircraft, ships, and submarines. The exercises included simulated launches of nuclear-capable ballistic and cruise missiles and focused on preparing for the use of nuclear forces under perceived threats. Officials said the drills also involved coordination with Belarus, which hosts Russian nuclear weapons, including advanced missile systems. The exercises come … Continue reading Russia holds massive drills of its nuclear forces

A British court sentenced truck driver Jakub Jan Konkel to 13½ years in prison for smuggling cocaine hidden in a shipment of Skims clothing. Border officials stopped Konkel in Essex in September while he was transporting 28 pallets of legitimate apparel from the Netherlands. Authorities found 90 kilograms of cocaine, worth about £7 million ($9.4 million), concealed in a specially modified compartment in the truck. … Continue reading UK police find cocaine worth $9.3 million stashed in a shipment of Kim Kardashian brand underwear

Three NATO countries coordinated to shoot down a Ukrainian drone that entered Estonian airspace on Tuesday, marking a rare aerial incident over EU territory. NATO officials said the operation demonstrated the alliance’s integrated defense system, with a Romanian F-16 destroying the drone under Latvian coordination. Ukraine and Estonia said the drone had likely been redirected by Russian electronic warfare, including GPS jamming and spoofing. Baltic … Continue reading Romania shoots down Ukrainian drone flying over Estonia