Taiwan’s coast guard detained the Chinese crew of a Togolese-registered vessel suspected of cutting an undersea fiber optic cable linking Taiwan and Penghu. The ship, Hong Tai 168, had been loitering near the cable before the cut was confirmed. Taiwan diverted communications to other cables, avoiding service disruption. Officials classify the incident as potential “gray zone” activity by China. The event follows tensions over the U.S. … Continue reading Taiwan coast guard detains Chinese-crewed vessel suspected of cutting undersea cable

Iran has placed its defense systems around nuclear sites on high alert amid fears of an Israeli and U.S. attack, deploying additional air defense launchers. U.S. intelligence has warned that Israel may strike Iran’s nuclear facilities this year, intensifying Iranian preparations. Iran, weakened by past Israeli strikes, is fortifying sites and pressuring Russia for S-400 missile systems. IRGC aerospace commander General Amir Ali Hajizadeh announced … Continue reading Iran on ‘high alert’ amid fears of attack on nuclear sites

A 37-year-old Algerian-born man on France’s terrorism watchlist carried out a stabbing attack in Mulhouse, killing a 69-year-old Portuguese man and wounding several others, including police officers. The suspect, who shouted “Allahu Akbar” during the attack, was arrested at the scene. President Emmanuel Macron called it an “Islamist terrorist act” and vowed to continue fighting terrorism. French authorities had attempted to deport the suspect, but … Continue reading Macron says deadly knife attack in eastern France an ‘Islamist terror act’

French fugitive Mohamed Amra, who staged a deadly prison escape in May 2023, was arrested in Romania, along with 10 alleged accomplices. Amra, 30, fled after being sentenced for burglary and was under investigation for violent crimes linked to Marseille’s organized crime. His escape, which killed two guards, led to an international manhunt. Nicknamed “La Mouche” (The Fly), Amra was suspected of running drug operations … Continue reading Notorious fugitive known as “The Fly” arrested after deadly prison escape in France

Israel deployed tanks to the West Bank for the first time since 2002, with officials preparing for an extended military presence to combat terrorism in refugee camps. Defense Minister Israel Katz said troops would remain for at least a year, preventing displaced Palestinians from returning. The Palestinian foreign ministry condemned the move as an escalation. This comes as a ceasefire with Hamas remains in place, … Continue reading Israel moves tanks into West Bank for first time since 2002

Ukrainian amputee soldiers are returning to the front lines to fight Russia, with many brigades having at least one amputee back on duty. President Zelensky revealed 380,000 Ukrainian personnel have been wounded, 46,000 killed, and tens of thousands are missing. Soldiers like Andrii Rubliuk, who lost both arms and a leg, and Maksym Vysotskyi, who lost a leg to a landmine, have rejoined the fight. … Continue reading Ukrainian amputee soldiers returning to the front line

Pope Francis remains in critical but stable condition with early kidney failure, pneumonia, and a complex lung infection, the Vatican said Sunday. While alert and responsive, he continues receiving high-flow oxygen and treatment for anemia. Doctors warn his condition is fragile due to age and pre-existing lung disease, but no signs of sepsis have been reported. Prayers have poured in globally, with Cardinal Timothy Dolan … Continue reading Pope Francis in critical condition with early kidney failure

Former U.S. President Donald Trump appeared to soften his stance on relocating Gaza’s population, saying he was only recommending the idea, not enforcing it. His initial proposal, which suggested U.S. control over Gaza and pressuring Egypt and Jordan to accept displaced Palestinians, faced rejection from both countries. Trump acknowledged their opposition but defended his plan as viable, NDTV has reported. His remarks came as Arab … Continue reading Trump says he will ‘recommend’ rather than force Gaza expulsion plan

Chinese warships conducting exercises off Australia’s east coast issued surprise warnings to airliners over the Tasman Sea, alerting them to a live-fire drill. Australian authorities, unaware of the exercise, only learned about it from commercial pilots. Flights from Sydney to New Zealand diverted but were not in danger. Australian officials criticized China for the lack of prior notice, while China defended the drill as legal … Continue reading China issued ‘disconcerting’ warning of live-fire exercises to planes flying above, Australia says

Pope Francis, 88, remains hospitalized with pneumonia and chronic bronchitis but is in stable condition, doctors said Friday. He is receiving oxygen as needed and responding well to treatment for a bacterial and viral lung infection. There are no signs of sepsis, a major concern. The Vatican reported slight improvement in his condition, with his heart functioning well, Fox News has reported. He is expected … Continue reading Pope Francis is ‘fine,’ condition not life-threatening, doctors say

Hamas released six more hostages in Gaza as part of a ceasefire deal, including four kidnapped during the October 7 attack on Israel and two Israeli men held since 2014 and 2015. In exchange, 602 Palestinian prisoners will be freed later Saturday, including 50 serving life sentences. This marks the final hostage release in the deal’s first phase, with negotiations ongoing for the next stage … Continue reading Six Israeli hostages freed ahead of Palestinian prisoner release

A 19-year-old Syrian refugee stabbed a Spanish tourist at Berlin’s Holocaust Memorial, intending “to kill Jews,” German authorities said. The victim, wounded in the throat, survived after emergency surgery. The suspect, arrested hours later with bloodstained clothes, had planned the attack for weeks. The incident adds to a series of violent attacks by refugees ahead of Sunday’s key election, where immigration has become a major … Continue reading Berlin Stabbing Extends Chain of Attacks Ahead of German Election

NATO continues its largest combat drills of 2025 in Romania amid uncertainty over U.S. commitments under President Trump. The Steadfast Dart 2025 exercises involve 10,000 troops from nine nations, testing NATO’s rapid deployment abilities near Ukraine. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s calls for Europe to take the lead on security have raised concerns about a reduced American military presence. Analysts warn this could weaken NATO’s eastern flank … Continue reading NATO holds large-scale combat drills as the US stance on Europe shifts under Trump

The U.S. Air Force launched a Minuteman III ICBM early Wednesday from Vandenberg Space Force Base to demonstrate nuclear deterrence capabilities. The unarmed missile traveled 4,200 miles to a Pacific test range at 15,000 mph. The Air Force emphasized the launch was a routine test, not a response to global events. The Minuteman III, capable of carrying nuclear warheads, will be replaced by the LGM-35A … Continue reading US launches unarmed nuclear missile to show  ‘readiness’ amid fears of WWIII

More than 30 people were killed in a bus crash on a mountain road in southwestern Bolivia, with 14 others injured, including four children. The bus plunged nearly 800 meters into a ravine between the cities of Potosí and Oruro. Authorities believe speeding may have caused the crash, as the driver reportedly lost control. This is the deadliest road accident in Bolivia this year, the … Continue reading Bus crash in Bolivia kills at least 30 people

Russia launched a massive drone attack on Ukraine overnight, sending 176 drones across six directions. Ukraine’s air force downed 103 drones, with another 67 lost due to interference. The strike caused damage in several regions, including a high-rise in Kirovohrad and a large fire in Kyiv. The attack occurred as Russian negotiators prepared for peace talks with U.S. officials in Saudi Arabia. Ukraine, not invited … Continue reading Russia launches massive drone strike on Ukraine as it begins talks with US

A 55-year-old Canadian woman lost both her hands in a shark attack while vacationing in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The woman, in hip-deep water with her husband, was bitten by a seven-foot bull shark that first bumped her legs, then bit her thigh and severed both hands when she tried to protect herself. Her husband managed to fight off the shark, allowing her to … Continue reading Bull shark bites off both hands of woman on beach ‘after she tried to take its picture’

Hamas announced it will release the bodies of four Israeli hostages, including the Bibas children, Kfir and Ariel, on Thursday, and six living hostages on Saturday, instead of the expected three. The Israeli government confirmed an agreement had been reached in Cairo, also noting four additional slain hostages would be handed over next week. Israel is expected to release Palestinian prisoners in exchange. The announcement … Continue reading Hamas says it will release bodies of four hostages, including Bibas children

Pope Francis, 88, remains hospitalized with a complex respiratory infection, prompting the Vatican to cancel his audiences through the weekend. His illness raises concerns about the upcoming Holy Year events, expected to draw 30 million pilgrims. The pope, who has a history of lung issues, was admitted after worsening bronchitis and is receiving treatment at Rome’s Gemelli hospital. While he continues working from the hospital, … Continue reading Vatican cancels more Holy Year events as pope remains hospitalized

The U.S. has expanded secret CIA drone flights over Mexico to locate fentanyl labs as part of the Trump administration’s intensified campaign against drug cartels. The program, which began under Biden, does not authorize airstrikes, but intelligence is shared with Mexican officials. Meanwhile, the U.S. military has increased surveillance along the border, deploying analysts and reconnaissance aircraft. Mexico has expressed concerns over sovereignty but continues … Continue reading CIA Expands Secret Drone Flights Over Mexico

The U.S. and Russia have agreed to work toward ending the war in Ukraine and improving diplomatic and economic ties, signaling a major shift in U.S. policy under President Trump. After talks between U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, both sides outlined three goals: restoring embassy staffing, creating a team to support Ukraine peace talks, and exploring closer cooperation. … Continue reading Russia and the US agree to work towards improving ties and ending the Ukraine war

US military volunteers fighting for Ukraine have condemned Donald Trump over his reported peace talks with Vladimir Putin, rejecting his concessions on NATO and occupied Ukrainian territory. Many former US troops, who have fought alongside Ukraine since 2022, view Trump’s stance as undermining their sacrifices. Some, like Ryan O’Leary and Charles Carter, expressed outrage in harsh terms, accusing Trump of siding with Putin. Alex Drueke, … Continue reading Ukraine’s US veterans rail against peace plan

A Delta Air Lines jet flipped upside down while landing at Toronto’s Pearson Airport amid strong winds and blowing snow, but all 80 people on board survived with only minor injuries. The flight from Minneapolis landed at 2:15 p.m., and while communications on approach were normal, the cause of the crash remains unclear. Video showed the Mitsubishi CRJ-900LR overturned with its fuselage intact as emergency … Continue reading Delta jet flips upside down on a snowy Toronto runway

A Syrian asylum seeker suspected of a deadly stabbing in Villach, Austria, is believed to be an Islamic State follower radicalized online. The attack killed a 14-year-old boy and injured five others. Authorities found an IS flag in the suspect’s home and said he had sworn allegiance to the group. The incident follows a foiled IS-linked attack in Vienna and a deadly car attack in … Continue reading Man who stabbed five people in Austria is suspected Islamist, minister says

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels seized the administrative office in Bukavu, Congo’s second-largest city, after government forces fled. Residents were seen cheering the rebels, though parts of the city remained deserted. The rebels, supported by 4,000 Rwandan troops, are expanding beyond past conflicts, now seeking political power. Congo’s President Tshisekedi claimed Bukavu remains under government control, despite no signs of Congolese forces. The fighting, linked to ethnic … Continue reading Rwanda-backed rebels take second major city in Congo