Iran executed 29-year-old graduate student Erfan Shakourzadeh on espionage charges, accusing him of collaborating with the CIA and Israel’s Mossad during a period of heightened tensions with the United States and Israel. Rights groups said the elite aerospace engineering student from Tehran’s Iran University of Science and Technology was tortured, held in solitary confinement, and forced to give false confessions before his execution. In messages … Continue reading Iran hangs grad student accused of spying for the CIA and Israel’s intel agency

Israel’s Knesset passed a bipartisan law to create a special military tribunal for roughly 300 Palestinian attackers captured during the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led invasion, with the vote passing 93-0. The tribunal would prosecute suspects for crimes including genocide, terrorism, harming Israeli sovereignty, and assisting an enemy during wartime, with genocide convictions carrying the possibility of the death penalty. Supporters described the legislation as a … Continue reading Knesset passes law establishing military tribunal to try October 7 perpetrators

A report from The Wall Street Journal claims that Israel secretly established a military base in Iraq’s Anbar desert before its conflict with Iran, intended to support air operations and potential rescue missions. The base allegedly hosted special forces and search-and-rescue units, and was meant to assist if Israeli aircraft were downed inside Iran. It was reportedly discovered after a local shepherd noticed unusual military … Continue reading Report: shepherd uncovers alleged secret Israeli base in Iraqi desert

North Korea has revised its constitution to mandate an automatic nuclear missile strike if leader Kim Jong Un is killed or its nuclear command system is threatened. The change was reportedly made after the US-Israeli strikes that killed Iranian leaders, which North Korea viewed as a warning about “decapitation” attacks. Experts say the revision strengthens and formalizes an existing policy by placing it directly into … Continue reading North Korean constitution now requires nuclear missile strike if Kim Jong Un is killed by foreign power

Indonesian police arrested more than 300 foreign nationals in Jakarta during a major raid on an alleged online gambling operation linked to over 70 betting websites. Most of those detained were from Vietnam and China, while others came from several Southeast Asian countries, and many were accused of overstaying visitor visas. Authorities said the group operated in an organized structure with roles such as customer … Continue reading Indonesian police arrest 321 foreigners in an operation to crack down on banned online gambling

At least 21 police officers were killed in northwestern Pakistan after a suicide car bombing and armed assault targeted a police post in Bannu district near the Afghan border. The attack was claimed by the militant alliance Ittehad-ul-Mujahideen Pakistan, which reportedly used an explosives-filled vehicle, gunmen, and drones during the assault. The powerful explosion destroyed much of the checkpoint, leaving rubble, burned vehicles, and widespread … Continue reading Car bomb attack and ambush in northwest Pakistan kill at least 21 police

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warned they would attack US bases and ships in the Middle East if Iranian tankers are targeted again, following recent clashes in the Gulf of Oman. The threat came after US forces struck two Iranian tankers that Washington said violated its blockade, while Iran claimed its navy retaliated. Tensions also rose near Qatar after a cargo ship caught fire from an unknown … Continue reading Iran threatens US sites in Middle East if tankers come under fire

Rescuers on Indonesia’s Halmahera island recovered the bodies of two Singaporean hikers who were trapped after Mount Dukono erupted on Friday. The men, aged 30 and 27, were found near the body of an Indonesian female hiker close to the volcano’s crater. Rescue efforts were slowed by thick volcanic debris, dangerous terrain, and ongoing eruptions that continued to release ash and hot material. The three … Continue reading Bodies retrieved from Indonesian volcano after eruption kills 3 hikers

Israel indicted a Jewish man for allegedly attacking a Catholic nun near Jerusalem’s Old City in what authorities described as a religiously motivated assault. The incident, captured on video, sparked international condemnation and added to concerns about rising harassment and violence against Christians and religious symbols in the region. Recent controversies have included Israeli soldiers damaging Christian statues in Lebanon and restrictions on Christian worship access in Jerusalem … Continue reading Israel indicts Jewish man accused of attacking Christian nun in Jerusalem

China criticized Japan after Japanese forces fired a Type 88 anti-ship missile during joint military exercises with the US and the Philippines, calling it Japan’s first overseas “offensive missile” test since World War II. China accused Japan of abandoning its pacifist stance and accelerating “remilitarisation,” warning that growing military cooperation and weapons deployments threaten regional stability. Chinese officials also linked Japan’s actions to unresolved historical tensions from its wartime aggression in Asia and … Continue reading China condemns Japan’s first overseas ‘offensive missile’ test since WWII

Israel’s military is investigating a soldier photographed smoking and placing a cigarette in the mouth of a Virgin Mary statue in a Christian village in southern Lebanon. The incident followed another case in which an Israeli soldier damaged a statue of Jesus, leading to international criticism and military punishment. Lebanese religious leaders and Catholic representatives condemned the acts as disrespectful, intolerant, and offensive to a peaceful … Continue reading Israeli military investigates soldier’s act against Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon

Three Australian women returning from Syrian detention camps were arrested on terrorism and slavery-related charges linked to their alleged involvement with the Islamic State group. The women, along with nine children, arrived in Australia after spending years in Syria’s Roj Camp, where authorities say investigations into possible war crimes and extremist activities have been ongoing for over a decade. Two women face charges connected to slavery offenses, … Continue reading 3 Australian women returning from Syria are arrested on suspicion of slavery

The US military said it struck Iranian military targets after Iran allegedly attacked US warships with missiles, drones, and small boats, though Iran claimed Washington started the conflict. The exchange threatened a fragile ceasefire that had paused weeks of US-Israeli attacks and Iranian retaliation across the Middle East. President Donald Trump insisted the ceasefire remained in place but warned of harsher action if Iran refused to agree … Continue reading USA, Iran trade fire in Strait of Hormuz; Each claims other shot first

The U.S. military carried out another strike on a suspected drug-trafficking vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing three men, according to United States Southern Command. The strike followed a similar attack in the Caribbean a day earlier and is part of the Trump administration’s expanding anti-“narcoterrorism” campaign in Latin America, which the Pentagon says has killed at least 190 people since September. U.S. officials claim … Continue reading 3 killed in latest U.S. strike on suspected drug boat in eastern Pacific

A 13-year-old student admitted to carrying out a shooting at the public school Instituto Sao Jose in Rio Branco, leaving two female staff members dead and two others injured. Authorities said the teenager used a gun belonging to a legal guardian, and local media reported the weapon belonged to the suspect’s stepfather, who was also detained. The injured victims, including a student and another staff … Continue reading School shooting in Brazil leaves 2 women dead; 13-year-old student detained

France has deployed its carrier strike group, led by the Charles de Gaulle, to the Red Sea as tensions rise over control of the Strait of Hormuz. French officials said the mission is part of preparations for a possible international operation to secure safe maritime transit and reduce the economic impact of ongoing blockades by the U.S. and Iran. The deployment follows renewed exchanges of … Continue reading France moves aircraft carrier to Red Sea for Strait of Hormuz mission

Israeli airstrikes hit Beirut’s southern suburbs, targeting the Ghobeiri area in what Israel said was an operation against Hezbollah commander Malek Balou of the Radwan Force. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the attack, saying Israel would continue targeting those responsible for attacks on Israeli communities and soldiers. Lebanese state media reported a loud explosion and significant damage in the predominantly Shia neighborhood. Hezbollah has … Continue reading Israel bombs Beirut’s southern suburb as it targets Hezbollah commander

A hantavirus outbreak aboard the Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius has left three people dead and at least nine suspected or confirmed cases reported across several countries. Three infected passengers and crew members were evacuated for treatment in the Netherlands, while health authorities in Europe, South Africa, and the U.S. continue monitoring possible contacts. The ship, carrying about 150 passengers, is heading to the Canary … Continue reading 3 evacuated from hantavirus cruise ship as Spain says it will dock in Canary Islands

At least 23 Chadian soldiers were killed and 26 injured in a Boko Haram attack on a military post in the Lake Chad region, according to the armed forces. The assault targeted a base on Barka Tolorom island and was later repelled, with the military saying many attackers were also killed. President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno condemned the attack and vowed to continue fighting the … Continue reading Boko Haram attack kills 23 soldiers in Chad’s Lake Chad region

Four activists from Palestine Action were convicted of criminal damage after breaking into an Elbit Systems defense factory in Bristol and destroying equipment. The group said the attack aimed to disrupt weapons production they believed would be used in conflict. The incident involved a van crashing through the factory gates, followed by coordinated vandalism that caused about £1 million in damage. One activist was also … Continue reading Palestine Action activists convicted in UK for break-in at Israeli defense factory

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