British authorities are investigating two likely state-sponsored plots involving mostly Iranian nationals, with eight arrests made across the UK. Three suspects were detained under a national security law for alleged ties to a foreign power. One plot appears to involve a planned terror attack on a specific site, though details remain undisclosed. The UK has faced 20 Iran-backed plots since 2022, often targeting dissidents, journalists, … Continue reading U.K. probing possible link between two suspected state-sponsored Iranian plots

The Israeli military has begun calling up tens of thousands of reservists to expand its operations in Gaza, aiming to defeat Hamas and secure the release of 59 remaining hostages. The renewed offensive, approved by Israel’s security cabinet, will target new areas and destroy Hamas infrastructure. Critics question Prime Minister Netanyahu’s goals, citing failed negotiations and the lack of a post-war plan. Aid agencies warn … Continue reading Israeli army starts calling up reservists for planned expansion to Gaza offensive

Thirteen miners in Peru were found dead after being kidnapped by a criminal gang trying to seize control of a gold mine owned by Poderosa in Pataz province. The miners had been sent to confront illegal miners but were taken hostage and later executed. The incident highlights a growing wave of violence and criminal activity targeting mining operations in Peru. Poderosa, which employs 8,000 people, … Continue reading Peru kidnapping leaves 13 dead in gold mine

Houthi rebels launched a ballistic missile at Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport, injuring at least eight people and marking a major escalation in regional tensions. The missile struck a grove near the airport’s access road despite Israeli attempts to intercept it. The airport briefly halted operations but reopened shortly after. Israeli leaders, including Defense Minister Israel Katz and former Defense Minister Benny Gantz, blamed Iran for … Continue reading Houthi rebels blitz Israel’s busiest airport with ballistic missile

Yemen’s Houthi rebels claim a U.S. airstrike hit a prison holding African migrants in Saada, killing at least 68 and injuring 47. The U.S. military has not confirmed the strike but said it’s assessing the reports. The alleged attack comes amid continued U.S. operations against the Houthis and has sparked renewed scrutiny of “Operation Rough Rider” and the Pentagon’s lack of transparency about airstrikes, CNN … Continue reading Yemen’s Houthis claim dozens killed in alleged US airstrike on prison holding African migrants

Amid rising tensions with India, authorities in Pakistan-administered Kashmir have urged residents near the Line of Control to stockpile food and essentials for two months, following deadly cross-border violence. The move comes after India blamed Pakistan for a shooting in Indian-administered Kashmir that killed 26 civilians, a charge Islamabad denies. Both nuclear-armed countries have exchanged gunfire for eight nights and taken retaliatory diplomatic actions, France … Continue reading Pakistani Kashmir orders residents to stockpile food as tensions with India escalate

Activists from the Freedom Flotilla Coalition say their ship The Conscience was hit by drones in international waters near Malta early Friday, with the group accusing Israel of the attack. The vessel, aiming to challenge Israel’s blockade of Gaza, had planned to carry humanitarian aid and included climate activist Greta Thunberg among its supporters. A fire broke out on board, but all 16 people aboard were reported … Continue reading Activists say ship aiming to sail to Gaza was attacked by drones

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Chile and Argentina early Friday, prompting tsunami fears and the evacuation of thousands from Chile’s southern coast and Antarctic bases. No damage or casualties were reported. Authorities later lifted the tsunami warning, though they urged continued caution. The quake triggered over a dozen aftershocks and briefly disrupted daily life in coastal areas, including school closures and … Continue reading 7.4 magnitude quake off Chile’s far south briefly triggers tsunami alert

Israel launched airstrikes near Syria’s presidential palace early Friday, warning against Syrian military moves toward Druze villages in the south. The strikes followed deadly clashes near Damascus between pro-government forces and Druze fighters. Later Friday, intense Israeli airstrikes hit several areas of Damascus and central Syria. Syria condemned the attacks as a violation of its sovereignty. The strikes came amid criticism from the Druze spiritual … Continue reading Israeli military strikes near Syria’s presidential palace after warning over sectarian attacks

North Korea and Russia have begun building their first road bridge over the Tumen River, marking a major step in strengthening their growing alliance. The 1-kilometer bridge, expected to take 1.5 years to complete, aims to boost tourism, trade, and travel between the two nations. Ties have deepened significantly, with North Korea reportedly sending 15,000 troops and ammunition to support Russia’s war in Ukraine, in … Continue reading North Korea and Russia begin building their first road link

Kai-Ji Adam Lo, the man accused of driving into a crowded Filipino cultural festival in Vancouver and killing 11 people, was under mental health care and on “extended leave” at the time of the attack. Authorities say he had a history of mental health issues but was not flagged as a safety risk. The crash, which injured over two dozen others, occurred Saturday night and … Continue reading Suspect in Vancouver vehicle attack that killed 11 was on ‘extended leave’ from mental health care

Spain’s massive blackout on Monday was partly caused by its electricity grid’s inability to handle a surge in solar power, experts say. Around 55% of supply came from solar when 15GW of generation dropped in five seconds, triggering widespread outages in Spain and Portugal. Analysts blamed a lack of firm backup power from fossil fuels or nuclear sources and poor grid management. Some suggested either … Continue reading Spain and Portugal blackout blamed on solar power dependency

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the first weapons tests from a new 5,000-ton destroyer, the Choe Hyon, including a supersonic cruise missile, as part of a push to modernize and nuclearize the country’s navy. The tests, conducted earlier this week, also featured anti-aircraft and strategic cruise missiles. Kim called for an aggressive defense posture and the development of a blue-water navy, ABC News has … Continue reading Kim Jong Un oversees missile tests on new North Korean warship

Wildfires near Jerusalem have prompted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to declare a national emergency, warning the flames could reach the city. High temperatures and strong winds have fueled the worst fires in a decade, injuring at least 23 people and forcing evacuations from multiple communities. The military, firefighters, and rescue teams are working to contain the blazes, with international aid requested. Authorities suspect arson … Continue reading Israel wildfires spread near Jerusalem, drawing national emergency declaration

A man has pleaded guilty to terrorism charges in Russia, admitting he was paid by Ukraine’s security service to kill Lt. Gen. Yaroslav Moskalik in a car bombing near Moscow. Moskalik is the second senior Russian officer killed in such an attack in four months. In December, Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov was also killed by a bomb in an incident Ukraine later claimed responsibility for, … Continue reading Suspect in killing of Russian general pleads guilty and claims he was paid by Ukraine

Palestinian officials report that over 52,000 people have been killed in Gaza since Israel resumed its offensive in March, ending a ceasefire with Hamas. Israel, which controls about half of Gaza and has encircled Rafah, has blocked food and medical imports for nearly two months, worsening a humanitarian crisis. Aid groups warn of imminent shortages and widespread malnutrition. Israel says its actions aim to pressure … Continue reading Death toll in Gaza rises to 52,000, Israel continues offensive

Global military spending surged by nearly 10% in 2024—the largest annual increase since the Cold War—driven by ongoing wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, according to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). Total global spending reached over $2.7 trillion, with the U.S. remaining the top spender at $997 billion. Russia’s spending jumped 38% to $149 billion, while Ukraine’s rose modestly … Continue reading Global powers boost military budgets by record percent

At least 22 people were killed and three others injured after a fire broke out at a restaurant in Liaoning, northern China, on Tuesday afternoon, according to state media. The blaze started around 12:25 p.m. local time in a multi-story building. Images from the scene showed intense flames erupting from windows and doors. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, ABC News has … Continue reading 22 people killed, 3 injured in restaurant fire in China

Four former pro-democracy lawmakers in Hong Kong—Claudia Mo, Kwok Ka-ki, Jeremy Tam, and Gary Fan—were released from prison after serving part of their sentences under the National Security Law. They had been jailed for over three years after pleading guilty to subversion for organizing an unofficial opposition primary. Their release accounts for time served since their 2021 arrests, the BBC has reported. The case was … Continue reading Hong Kong frees four pro-democracy lawmakers who completed jail terms

Three people were killed in a shooting at a hair salon in central Uppsala, Sweden, just before the city’s Walpurgis spring festival. The shooter fled on a scooter and remains at large, prompting a major police search involving helicopters and temporarily halted train services. The motive and identities of the victims are unknown, the BBC has reported. The incident comes amid growing concern over rising … Continue reading Three people killed after shooting in Sweden

Pakistani soldiers fired at Indian positions along the Kashmir border for a second night, the Indian military said Saturday, amid rising tensions after a deadly attack killed 26 people, mostly Indian tourists. India blamed Pakistan for backing the assault, which was claimed by a little-known group, Kashmir Resistance. Pakistan denies involvement. No casualties were reported in the cross-border fire. The attack, one of the worst … Continue reading Indian military says Pakistani troops fired at positions along the border in disputed Kashmir

A US Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet fell overboard from the USS Harry S. Truman in the Red Sea during towing operations, reportedly after the ship made a hard turn to evade fire from Yemen’s Houthi rebels. All crew are accounted for, with one sailor sustaining a minor injury after jumping from the jet before it went overboard. The $60 million aircraft has sunk, and an investigation is … Continue reading US Navy loses $60 million jet at sea after it fell overboard from aircraft carrier

Power has been mostly restored across Spain and Portugal after a massive blackout Monday disrupted daily life, halted transport, and caused chaos across the Iberian Peninsula and parts of France. While 99% of Spain and most of Portugal have electricity again, transport disruptions are expected to continue. Authorities are still investigating the cause, with Spain reporting a sudden loss of 15 gigawatts—about 60% of national … Continue reading Power mostly restored as Spain and Portugal grapple with fallout of massive outage

After a militant attack killed 26 people in India-administered Kashmir, Indian authorities detained at least 1,500 people and destroyed several homes linked to suspected militants. India blamed Pakistan for backing the attackers, escalating tensions between the two nuclear-armed nations. Pakistan denied involvement and called for a neutral investigation, NPR has reported. Kashmiri residents and lawmakers accused Indian security forces of demolishing homes without due process, … Continue reading Homes destroyed and 1,500 detained in Kashmir as India cracks down following attacks

A suspect has been charged with eight counts of second-degree murder after allegedly driving an SUV into a crowd at a Filipino heritage festival in Vancouver, killing at least 11 and injuring dozens. The suspect, Kai-Ji Adam Lo, 30, was arrested at the scene and has a history of mental health issues. Authorities say there is no sign of terrorism. The tragedy, described as “the … Continue reading Suspect charged with murder over Vancouver Filipino festival car ramming