A swarm of over 12,000 small earthquakes has struck near Greece’s Santorini island since late January, raising concerns about a potential larger quake. Authorities have declared a state of emergency, deploying rescue crews and putting the coast guard and navy on standby. Thousands have left the island, schools are closed, and extra medical teams have been sent. Scientists are monitoring the situation closely but remain … Continue reading Several thousand earthquakes detected near Greece’s island of Santorini

Israel’s security cabinet fully supports President Donald Trump’s ultimatum that Hamas release all hostages by noon on Saturday or face renewed military action. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that if Hamas fails to comply, the ceasefire will end, and the IDF will resume intense combat. Trump emphasized that hostages must be released “all at once” and reiterated that Israel could override the ceasefire. Hamas claims … Continue reading Israeli cabinet backs Trump’s demand for Hamas to release all hostages by Saturday deadline

Marc Fogel, a 63-year-old American teacher held in Russia for 3½ years over medical cannabis possession, returned to the U.S. on Tuesday. Fogel, sentenced to 14 years, was released following negotiations led by President Donald Trump. He landed in Maryland and met Trump at the White House, expressing gratitude. Officials suggested his release could aid Trump’s efforts for a Ukraine ceasefire. It remains unclear what … Continue reading Marc Fogel, American teacher held in Russia for 3 years, back in U.S. after release

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he would offer to swap territory with Russia in potential peace talks but stressed that Europe alone cannot support Kyiv’s war effort without U.S. backing. Zelensky will meet U.S. Vice President JD Vance at the Munich Security Conference as Washington pushes for an end to the nearly three-year war. Trump, eager for a deal, is sending envoy Keith Kellogg to … Continue reading Ukraine Prepared To Offer Territory Swap With Russia

Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania have officially disconnected from Russia’s electricity grid and joined the EU network, marking the end of their energy dependence on Moscow. The move, planned since 2007, was accelerated after Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. EU chief Ursula von der Leyen called it a historic moment of “freedom from threats.” NATO has launched the Baltic Sentry patrol amid concerns over Russian sabotage … Continue reading Baltic states unplug from Russia and join EU power grid

Israel has completed its withdrawal from the Netzarim Corridor in Gaza as part of a ceasefire agreement with Hamas. Hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians are returning north despite ongoing destruction. The ceasefire has led to the release of 16 Israeli hostages and 183 Palestinian prisoners, with negotiations for further phases ongoing. Meanwhile, Israeli forces killed three Palestinians near the Gaza border and a pregnant … Continue reading Israel completes withdrawal from key road dividing Gaza as part of ceasefire deal

Sudan’s military plans to form a technocratic wartime government after recapturing Khartoum, military sources told Reuters. The army has regained ground against the RSF, which has retreated amid intensified air and ground attacks. Army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan ruled out a Ramadan ceasefire unless the RSF halts its campaign in Darfur. The war, which began in April 2023, has displaced over 12 million people and … Continue reading Sudan to form new government after regaining Khartoum 

A bartender in Vietnam was arrested for making toxic liquor that killed a British and South African couple in January. The couple was found dead in a resort villa in Hoi An with no signs of violence. Police say bartender Le Tan Gia used 70% medical alcohol to make limoncello, leading to fatal methanol poisoning, CBS News has reported. The case remains under investigation. Written … Continue reading Bartender in Vietnam arrested over tourist couple’s deaths linked to tainted alcohol

An 11-year-old girl was found murdered in a forest south of Paris over the weekend, sparking shock and a major investigation. She had been missing since leaving school Friday and was discovered stabbed multiple times in the Essonne region. A couple was briefly detained but later released, Barron’s has reported. Authorities deployed 120 officers to search for clues, while Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau expressed national … Continue reading Shock In France Over Murder Of Schoolgirl Aged 11

Hamas released three Israeli hostages as part of a ceasefire deal, while Israel freed 183 Palestinian prisoners. The hostages, Eli Sharabi, Ohad Ben Ami, and Or Levy, were handed to the Red Cross before reuniting with their families. Concerns arose over their frail condition, with Israeli leaders condemning Hamas’ treatment. Palestinian prisoners were welcomed with celebrations in Ramallah, with reports that many required medical care. … Continue reading Hostages freed and prisoners released in latest Israeli ceasefire exchange

Sudan’s military claims it has regained nearly all of Khartoum North in its push to reclaim the capital from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Recent advances include recapturing Kafouri, a key RSF base, and securing most of Gezira State. Amnesty International warns of potential reprisals, citing reports of targeted killings and detentions. The RSF has allegedly detained medical workers and volunteers, Al-Jazeera has reported. The … Continue reading Sudan army claims major advances against RSF in greater Khartoum

At least 30 people are missing after a landslide struck Jinping village in Sichuan, China, burying 10 houses. Two people have been rescued, and 200 residents evacuated. President Xi Jinping has ordered an “all-out” rescue effort, with hundreds of emergency workers searching for survivors. Premier Li Qiang has called for an investigation into geological risks. Villagers reported falling rocks in the area for months. The … Continue reading At least 30 missing after China landslide

A river in a suburb of Buenos Aires, Argentina, has turned red, alarming residents. Footage and images of the Sarandí watercourse, which flows into the Río de la Plata estuary, show the sudden change in color. Local media reports indicate this is not the first time the river has changed color, raising concerns about contamination. A lifelong resident told La Nación that the river has previously turned … Continue reading River in Buenos Aires turns blood red, alarming residents

Ecuadorian police are increasingly discovering Santa Muerte altars in drug dens, as local gangs adopt the Mexican “death saint” for protection. In Duran, offerings and even alleged human sacrifices have been made to the saint, a practice linked to Mexican cartel influence. Authorities estimate six out of ten raids in 2024 uncovered such shrines, CBS News has reported. President Daniel Noboa has declared a war … Continue reading Drug gangs in Ecuador turn to “death saint” for protection and alleged human sacrifices

During a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Donald Trump announced plans for the U.S. to take over, level, and rebuild the Gaza Strip, aiming to bring stability and economic development. He suggested long-term U.S. ownership, removing unexploded weapons and creating jobs and housing. Netanyahu supported Trump’s vision, emphasizing the need to prevent future threats from Gaza, Fox News has reported. Their … Continue reading Trump says US will ‘take over’ Gaza Strip, rebuild it to stabilize Middle East

Police in Brussels are searching for two suspects who fled into metro tunnels after a shooting at Clemenceau station around 6 a.m. Wednesday. No injuries were reported. Surveillance footage showed the suspects entering public transport tunnels, prompting a search and investigation. Authorities found cartridge cases but made no arrests, and they do not believe the incident is terror-related, CNN has reported. The Clemenceau and Midi … Continue reading Belgian police chasing two suspects in metro tunnels after Brussels shooting

A mass shooting at an adult education facility in Örebro, Sweden, left 11 people dead, including the suspected shooter, making it the country’s deadliest such incident. The attack at Risbergska Skolan triggered a lockdown and evacuation, with six injured victims still hospitalized. Authorities have found no evidence of ideological motives, ABC News has reported. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson called it a tragic day for Sweden, … Continue reading 11 dead in worst mass shooting in Sweden’s history, authorities say

A swarm of earthquakes, ranging from magnitude 3 to 5, has been shaking Greece’s Santorini island every few minutes, prompting authorities to bolster emergency plans. While experts cannot determine if a larger quake is imminent, evacuation contingencies are in place, and public events, schools, and access to certain areas have been restricted. Thousands have already left the island, and additional ferry and flight services have … Continue reading Earthquakes keep rattling Greece’s volcanic island of Santorini every few minutes

Swedish prosecutors ruled out sabotage in the damage to an undersea fiber-optic cable between Sweden and Latvia. The cable was damaged on January 26, and Swedish authorities seized a Bulgarian vessel, the Vezhen, the same day. Investigators confirmed the ship caused the break but found no evidence of intentional sabotage. Prosecutors are now investigating whether other crimes contributed to the incident. The ship’s owner, Navibulgar, denied … Continue reading Sweden rules out sabotage in Baltic undersea data cable rupture and releases a ship

The United Nations warned that Russian troops have increasingly executed captured Ukrainian soldiers in recent months. Since August, the UN monitoring mission has documented 79 executions in 24 incidents by Russian forces. Mission head Danielle Bell said public figures in Russia have called for inhumane treatment of Ukrainian prisoners, encouraging unlawful behavior. Broad amnesty laws in Russia further enable these actions. The UN also recorded … Continue reading Russian Army Increasingly Killing Captured Ukrainian Soldiers, UN Says

Heavily armed gangs in Haiti have attacked the elite neighborhood of Kenscoff, killing at least 40 people. Mayor Jean Massillon blamed the Viv Ansanm gang coalition, saying gunmen are going home to home, indiscriminately opening fire. The dead include pastors, teachers, and children, with the true toll expected to be higher as authorities struggle to access certain areas. Many victims are working-class farmers, and the … Continue reading Gangs attack a neighborhood in Haiti that’s home to the country’s elite