North Korea conducted multiple weapons tests this week, including a tactical ballistic missile with a cluster-bomb warhead and an electromagnetic weapon system, according to state media. The tests, overseen by military officials, also involved carbon fiber bombs and a mobile short-range anti-aircraft missile system. South Korea reported that several missiles were launched over two days, prompting an emergency security meeting. The missile tested, known as … Continue reading North Korea tests military assets including ballistic missile

Australia’s most decorated living veteran, Ben Roberts-Smith, did not seek bail after facing war crime murder charges in a Sydney court. He has been charged with two counts of war crime murder and three counts of aiding or abetting such crimes related to incidents in Afghanistan. The allegations stem from a 2020 military report that found evidence Australian special forces unlawfully killed civilians and prisoners. … Continue reading Decorated Australian veteran remains behind bars on Afghan war crime charges

A pastor, Cheryl Bartley, has been charged with gross negligence manslaughter following a baptism ceremony death in Birmingham. The victim, Robert Smith, 61, drowned during the ceremony in Erdington in October 2023. The Crown Prosecution Service said there is sufficient evidence to bring the case to court after working with police investigators. Bartley is scheduled to appear before Birmingham Magistrates’ Court in May, the Mirror … Continue reading Pastor charged with drowning someone to death during baptism

Israeli airstrikes hit residential areas in Beirut shortly after a U.S.-Israel ceasefire was announced, as Israel clarified the deal does not apply to its conflict with Hezbollah. The Israeli military launched over 100 strikes within minutes across Beirut, southern Lebanon, and the Bekaa Valley, killing at least 254 people, with the highest toll in the capital. Entire neighborhoods were struck, causing widespread destruction, fires, and … Continue reading Apocalyptic scenes in Beirut after Israel bombs 100 times in 10 minutes

President Donald Trump announced he would suspend planned U.S. attacks on Iranian infrastructure for two weeks, contingent on Iran agreeing to open the Strait of Hormuz. He described the pause as part of a potential “double-sided ceasefire” and said it followed discussions with Pakistani leaders. The announcement came shortly before a deadline he had set for Iran to comply, which had raised global concerns and … Continue reading Trump-Iran agree to two-week ceasefire

Russian artillery and aerial attacks across Ukraine killed nine people, including a child, in multiple strikes on Tuesday, officials said. The attacks included shelling in Kherson that killed four people and a drone strike on a passenger bus in Nikopol that killed four more and injured several others. Ukrainian officials described the strikes as deliberate terror and warned of worsening conditions in frontline areas. Meanwhile, … Continue reading Two children among 13 dead in fresh Ukraine, Russia strikes

An Iran-backed Iraqi group, Kataeb Hezbollah, released U.S. journalist Shelly Kittleson a week after she was kidnapped in Baghdad. The group said her release was conditional on her leaving Iraq immediately and described it as a one-time gesture. The announcement came shortly before a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran following over a month of conflict. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed … Continue reading Iraqi armed group releases US journalist

North Korea launched several ballistic missiles toward the sea off its east coast on Wednesday, following a similar suspected launch the previous day. The missiles traveled about 240 km, and South Korean and U.S. authorities are analyzing the tests. South Korea condemned the launches as provocations that violate U.N. Security Council resolutions and held an emergency security meeting. Officials said Tuesday’s launch may have failed … Continue reading North Korea fires ballistic missiles as Pyongyang dismisses Seoul’s diplomacy hopes

Russia and China vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, despite most members voting in favor. The vote came just hours before President Donald Trump’s deadline for Iran to stop threatening the key waterway or face potential U.S. strikes. The resolution had already been weakened to focus only on defensive measures and remove authorization for military force in an … Continue reading Russia, China veto UN resolution aimed at reopening Strait of Hormuz

China has reserved five areas of airspace off its northeast coast for 40 days, from March 27 to May 6, without explaining why. Such restrictions are typically linked to military drills, but no exercises have been announced, and drills by the People’s Liberation Army usually last only a few days. The restricted zones, issued as aviation notices called Notams, span about 340 miles from the … Continue reading China restricts airspace for 40 days in signal of intense military activity

Bangladesh is running an emergency measles-rubella vaccination campaign with support from World Health Organization, UNICEF, and the Gavi to contain an outbreak that has killed more than 100 children in less than a month. The initial effort is targeting children aged 6 months to 5 years in high-risk districts, with plans to expand nationwide in phases. Health officials report over 900 confirmed cases among thousands … Continue reading Bangladesh conducts emergency measles vaccinations as outbreak kills more than 100 children

An Italian mafia boss, Roberto Mazzarella, was arrested at a luxury villa on the Amalfi Coast after being a fugitive for over a year, police said. He is accused of involvement in a 2000 murder in Naples linked to organized crime. Authorities reported he was found with his family and did not resist arrest during the operation. Police also seized cash and luxury watches during … Continue reading Fugitive Italian mafia boss wanted for murder arrested at luxury villa

Hamas spokesman Abu Obeida rejected calls for the group to disarm, saying it would allow Israel to continue its war in Gaza. He argued that disarmament should not be discussed until Israel fully implements the first phase of a ceasefire plan brokered by the United States. Hamas has also told mediators it will not consider giving up its weapons without guarantees of a complete Israeli … Continue reading Hamas armed wing says disarmament demands not acceptable

Israeli forces carried out heavy airstrikes on Beirut and southern Lebanon, targeting sites linked to Hezbollah. The attacks caused widespread damage and casualties, with many civilians fleeing affected areas. Anger toward Hezbollah has been rising among Lebanese civilians following recent violence and deaths. Israel said it killed several Hezbollah members responsible for earlier attacks on its soldiers and also targeted allied militia forces, the Times … Continue reading Israel launches fresh strikes in Beirut

Australia’s most decorated living soldier, Ben Roberts-Smith, was arrested at Sydney Airport and faces five war crimes charges related to alleged murders of unarmed civilians in Afghanistan between 2009 and 2012. Authorities claim the victims were detained, unarmed, and under the control of Australian Defence Force personnel when they were killed. Prosecutors allege Roberts-Smith either carried out the killings himself or ordered subordinates to do … Continue reading Australia’s most-decorated living soldier arrested over alleged war crimes

At least three people have been killed by a falling tree in a forest near the northern German city of Flensburg, a police spokesman said on Sunday. Mass-circulation newspaper Bild reported that the accident happened on Easter Sunday at around 11 am (0900 GMT) in Satrupholm near Flensburg. The group was said to have been searching for Easter eggs. Others were injured in the incident. … Continue reading Three killed by falling tree in German forest during Easter egg hunt

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić said authorities discovered explosives near a key gas pipeline supplying Serbia and Hungary, though no suspects or motives were identified. The devices were found close to the Balkan Stream pipeline, which transports Russian gas through the region. Vučić shared the findings with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who responded by convening an emergency defense meeting. The incident comes amid wider tensions … Continue reading Explosives found near gas pipeline connecting Serbia and Hungary

Germany has conducted its largest military medical exercise in decades as part of NATO’s “Quadriga 2026” drills, simulating the evacuation of large numbers of soldiers from Lithuania to German hospitals. The exercise highlights growing concern in Europe over a potential large-scale conflict with Russia, especially following the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Officials warn current systems may be unprepared, with German hospitals already identified as lacking … Continue reading Germany preparing for all-out war by rehearsing mass evacuations

Germany has introduced new military service rules requiring men aged 17 to 45 to seek permission from the armed forces before leaving the country for more than three months. The measure is part of a broader effort to strengthen military readiness amid security concerns, particularly regarding Russia and NATO’s future. Officials say the rule is mainly intended to maintain accurate records in case of a … Continue reading German men must ask army for permission to leave country

Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iran’s infrastructure if it does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by a revised Tuesday evening deadline, while still suggesting a deal could be reached quickly. Iran has blocked the key waterway during the conflict, saying it will reopen it only after receiving compensation for war damage. The situation remains tense despite ongoing last-minute negotiations to allow safe passage for … Continue reading USA rescues downed airman from Iran

Israel’s military has threatened to destroy additional bridges in southern Lebanon, saying they are used by Hezbollah as it continues a ground invasion. Israeli forces have already targeted multiple bridges over the Litani River, with further strikes aimed at key crossings that connect the western Bekaa Valley to the rest of Lebanon. Observers warn that destroying these bridges could isolate the region and severely disrupt … Continue reading Israel threatens to destroy more Lebanon bridges as crisis mounts

President Donald Trump suggested the U.S. could seize Iran’s oil and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, arguing that more time in the war would make it possible. His remarks mark an escalation in rhetoric, though he did not explain how such a plan would be carried out. The U.S. military has indicated it is not prepared to safely escort ships through the strait, which remains … Continue reading Trump says with more time, US can ‘take the oil’ in Iran

At least eight people were killed across Ukraine in Russian missile and drone strikes, including a major attack near Kyiv that also wounded several others. Ukrainian officials say Russia is shifting tactics to increase civilian harm, including more daytime strikes and broader targeting beyond energy infrastructure. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signaled openness to an Easter truce despite the escalation, while Ukraine reported hundreds of drones and … Continue reading Russian strikes on Ukraine kill 8 as Kyiv holds door open for Easter truce

U.S. special forces have entered Iran to rescue a crew member from a downed F-15 fighter jet, reportedly the first U.S. fighter lost to enemy fire in the conflict. Two pilots ejected from the aircraft, with one successfully rescued and now receiving medical treatment. The rescue involved helicopters and refueling aircraft, which were also targeted by Iranian forces and sustained damage but returned safely. Efforts … Continue reading US special forces enter Iran to rescue jet pilot as choppers hit

Iranian forces claimed they shot down two U.S. military aircraft, an F-15 over southwestern Iran and an A-10 near the Strait of Hormuz, though U.S. officials have not confirmed the incidents. Iran said the F-15 was destroyed by air defenses, while the A-10 reportedly crashed into the Gulf, with its pilot said to be safe. One F-15 crew member was rescued, but another remains missing, … Continue reading Iran says it downed two US jets as search for one pilot continues