Tensions between China and Taiwan escalated as the Chinese navy forcefully boarded a Taiwanese fishing vessel, according to Chinese media. The incident occurred near the Kinmen islands in the Taiwan Strait, just 10 km from the Chinese mainland. Despite Taiwan’s exclusion zone around Kinmen, which bans Chinese vessels, Beijing does not officially recognize it. The Taiwanese vessel, Dajinman No. 88, was fishing for yellow croakers … Continue reading War fears explode as ‘China commandeers Taiwanese ship’ sparking crisis

North Korea test-fired two ballistic missiles on Monday, with one possibly experiencing an abnormal flight, according to South Korea’s military. This occurred a day after North Korea vowed “offensive and overwhelming” responses to a new U.S. military drill with South Korea and Japan. The missiles were launched 10 minutes apart from Jangyon in southeastern North Korea. The first missile flew 370 miles, while the second … Continue reading North Korea test-launches 2 ballistic missiles, South Korea says

Palestinian armed groups in Gaza launched about 20 rockets towards Israeli border communities, marking the heaviest attack in months. Some projectiles were intercepted, and others landed in southern Israel without causing injuries. The Israeli military responded with artillery fire. Palestinian Islamic Jihad claimed responsibility, citing Israeli “crimes.” The attack coincided with intense fighting in Shejaiya, Gaza, and the death of an Israeli soldier in Rafah, … Continue reading Rocket barrage launched at Israel as battle rages in Gaza City

Thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jewish men protested in Jerusalem on Sunday night against mandatory military conscription, following a Supreme Court ruling that the military must draft religious students. Demonstrators, many in black clothing, gathered outside a yeshiva to hear rabbis speak against the draft in Yiddish. They carried banners and posters with anti-draft slogans, declaring their refusal to enlist. The ruling, which ended exemptions for ultra-Orthodox … Continue reading Ultra-Orthodox Israeli Men Protest Against Military Draft Order

The Ukrainian Prosecutor General’s Office reported that a group of people were detained in Kyiv on suspicion of planning a coup. Police exposed a group of pseudo-activists preparing provocations in the capital, leading to charges against four citizens for distributing materials calling for the violent overthrow of Ukraine’s government. Two individuals were remanded in custody. Investigators revealed that from May to June, the group spread … Continue reading Ukraine Thwarts Alleged Coup Scheme, Officials Say

Several US military bases in Europe were put on heightened alert over the weekend due to concerns about a possible terrorist attack against US installations or personnel. The US European Command headquarters in Stuttgart, Germany, raised its Force Protection Condition (FPCON) to “Charlie,” the second-highest alert level, indicating a likely threat of terrorist action. Similar alerts were issued for other US military installations in Germany, … Continue reading US army bases issue alert over terror attack in Europe

On Wednesday, armored vehicles rammed the doors of Bolivia’s government palace in what President Luis Arce called a coup attempt. Led by a top general vowing to “restore democracy,” the troops appeared to take control of the government but retreated within three hours. President Arce vowed to stand firm, named a new army commander, and ordered the troops to stand down. The soldiers withdrew, and … Continue reading Coup attempt feared in Bolivia as troops pour into streets

At its upcoming 75th anniversary summit in Washington, NATO will offer Ukraine a new headquarters to manage military assistance, signaling the alliance’s long-term commitment to Ukraine’s security and serving as a “bridge” to eventual membership. President Volodymyr Zelensky had hoped for membership negotiations, but NATO will instead announce the establishment of a mission in Germany to coordinate aid for Ukraine. This move aims to demonstrate … Continue reading NATO Will Offer Ukraine ‘Bridge’ to Membership

A U.S. Embassy staffer was found dead in Kyiv, Ukraine, according to local media reports. The unnamed attaché’s body was discovered on Tuesday at the Hilton Hotel, with sources indicating no signs of violence. The U.S. State Department confirmed the death, stating it was due to natural causes and unrelated to foul play. This incident occurs amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, during which the U.S. … Continue reading US Diplomat Found Dead in Kyiv Hotel

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange returned to Australia on a charter jet, raising a celebratory fist as supporters cheered. This followed his guilty plea to obtaining and publishing U.S. military secrets in a deal with Justice Department prosecutors, concluding a long legal saga. Assange credited Australian government intervention with saving his life in a call to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Upon arrival, he embraced his wife … Continue reading Assange welcomed home in Australia a free man after Biden deal

The trial of Evan Gershkovich, an American journalist accused of espionage in Russia, began on Wednesday behind closed doors. U.S. officials have criticized the Kremlin for using the case for political purposes. The trial in Sverdlovsk Regional Court in Yekaterinburg marks the first presentation of evidence against the Wall Street Journal reporter, who is accused of working for the CIA. The case has been widely … Continue reading Russia starts secret trial for WSJ Gershkovich on spy charges

Israel’s Supreme Court unanimously ruled that the military must begin drafting ultra-Orthodox men for compulsory service, ending a decades-old system of broad exemptions. This landmark decision could destabilize Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition as Israel continues its conflict in Gaza. The ruling addresses longstanding criticism that the exemption system was discriminatory, creating a divide within the Jewish majority over military service responsibilities, the Associated Press … Continue reading Israel’s high court orders army to draft ultra-Orthodox

The European Union has initiated membership talks with Ukraine, a decade after Russia seized Crimea, which led to conflict between the two nations. The negotiations began at an intergovernmental conference in Luxembourg, with Moldova also starting its own membership talks shortly after. While these events mark significant progress towards EU membership, the process is expected to take years. Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, speaking via … Continue reading EU launches membership talks with Ukraine

A Russian newspaper reported on Monday that the Russian military might have shot down a U.S. surveillance drone over the Black Sea. Pravda, a Russian daily, cited the Fighterbomber Telegram channel, which has connections to the Russian Aerospace Forces, suggesting that something was downed in the area. However, media outlets have been unable to verify this claim and is awaiting comments from the U.S. Department … Continue reading Russians Claim They Shot Down US Spy Drone over Black Sea

Finland has become the first country to start vaccinating humans against bird flu, health authorities announced on Tuesday. The country will offer bird flu vaccines to certain workers with animal exposure beginning next week. Finland purchased vaccines for 10,000 people, each requiring two doses, as part of a joint EU procurement. The vaccines, produced by Australian manufacturer CSL Seqirus, will be given to individuals aged … Continue reading Finland becomes first country to start Bird flu vaccinations for humans

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was released from a British prison on Tuesday and is heading to a remote Pacific island to plead guilty to a conspiracy charge as part of a plea deal with the U.S. Justice Department. This agreement will end his yearslong legal battle over the publication of classified documents. Assange was charged with conspiracy to obtain and disclose national defense information, indicating … Continue reading Julian Assange leaves jail on his way to enter plea deal with the U.S.

The United States has sent the aircraft carrier Theodore Roosevelt to South Korea for joint military drills, demonstrating strength following the meeting between Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong-un in Pyongyang. This move came a day after South Korea summoned the Russian ambassador to protest a defense deal between Putin and Kim, which included mutual aid pledges. The South Korean navy stated the carrier’s arrival underscores … Continue reading US sends aircraft carrier to South Korea

Thousands of fighters from Iran-backed groups in the Middle East are prepared to join Hezbollah in Lebanon if the conflict with Israel escalates into a full-scale war. Almost daily skirmishes have occurred along Lebanon’s border with northern Israel since Hamas launched an attack on southern Israel in early October, igniting a war in Gaza. Tensions worsened this month after an Israeli airstrike killed a senior … Continue reading Thousands of Iran-backed fighters offer to join Hezbollah in fighting Israel

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared on Sunday that his country would not yield to any foreign power after Chinese forces injured Filipino navy personnel and damaged military boats in the South China Sea. However, he emphasized that the Philippines would never instigate a war. Marcos visited Palawan to meet and award medals to navy personnel attacked by the Chinese coast guard while delivering supplies … Continue reading Philippines says it won’t back down, but won’t start a war, after clash with Chinese Coast Guard

Six law enforcement officers and a priest were reportedly killed in coordinated attacks by gunmen in Russia’s Dagestan province. The attacks targeted a church and synagogue in Derbent and another synagogue and a police traffic stop in Makhachkala, cities 120 km apart. Twelve law enforcement officers were wounded, though it’s unclear where. Two militants were also killed. In Derbent, a priest, Father Nikolay, was killed, … Continue reading Priest and six law enforcement officers killed in attacks on synagogues and church in Russia’s Dagestan

Russia accused the United States of responsibility for a Ukrainian missile attack on the Russian-annexed Crimean peninsula, which killed at least five people, including three children, and injured 124. The Russian Defence Ministry stated that four of the five U.S.-supplied Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) missiles were intercepted, while the fifth detonated mid-air. The ministry claimed U.S. specialists set the missiles’ coordinates using spy satellite … Continue reading Russia says USA responsible for deadly Ukrainian attack on Crimea

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) reported that 22 people were killed in a shelling attack that damaged its Gaza office, surrounded by tents housing displaced Palestinians. The health ministry in the Hamas-controlled area reported 25 dead and 50 injured, attributing the shelling to Israel. Witnesses said some fatalities occurred as people tried to help those panicking after the initial bombardment. The ICRC … Continue reading At least 22 Palestinians killed in shelling near Gaza office of Red Cross, agency says

The death toll from tainted liquor in Tamil Nadu has risen to 47, with over 100 hospitalized, according to a government official on Friday. Since Wednesday, more than 150 people have needed treatment for symptoms after consuming methanol-mixed liquor in Kallakurichi district. By Friday morning, 118 people remained in hospitals. On Thursday, officials reported at least 36 deaths. Police have arrested four individuals for illicit … Continue reading Death toll from India tainted liquor tragedy rises to 47

China has threatened the death penalty for extreme cases of Taiwan independence advocacy, despite having no legal authority over Taiwan. Viewing Taiwan as part of its territory, China has expressed strong disapproval of Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te, labeling him a separatist and conducting military exercises following his inauguration. Since Lai’s election win in January, Taiwan has faced increased Chinese pressure through military actions, trade sanctions, … Continue reading China threatens death penalty for Taiwan independence ‘diehards’

Satellite images have revealed that North Korea is constructing a wall along the border with South Korea in several stages. The construction, visible at multiple points along the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), could violate the long-term truce established in 1953 between the two nations. These images, captured by Planet Labs, show at least three sections of a barrier that were not present in November 2023, indicating … Continue reading North Korea Satellite Images Show Troops Building Border ‘Wall’