Three Russian warships arrived in Cuban waters on Saturday, marking Moscow’s second naval visit to Cuba in two months, reflecting deepening ties between the two nations. The naval group, comprising a training ship, patrol frigate, and refueling tanker, will remain docked in Havana’s port until Tuesday. This visit follows a recent squadron visit, which included a nuclear-powered submarine, as part of military exercises in mid-June. … Continue reading In show of growing ties, Russian warships make new visit to Cuban waters

Russian President Vladimir Putin warned the United States against deploying long-range missiles in Germany, stating that Russia would station similar missiles within striking distance of the West. The U.S. plans to deploy these missiles in Germany from 2026, including SM-6, Tomahawk cruise missiles, and developmental hypersonic weapons. During a speech in St. Petersburg on Russian Navy Day, Putin cautioned that such U.S. actions could provoke … Continue reading Putin warns the United States of Cold War-style missile crisis

On July 28, thousands attended funeral ceremonies for the 12 children and teenagers killed in a rocket strike in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, as Israel vowed swift retaliation against the Hezbollah militia in Lebanon. Hezbollah denied responsibility for the attack on Majdal Shams, the deadliest in Israel or Israeli-annexed territory since the start of the Gaza conflict, which now threatens to escalate into a wider … Continue reading Israel says Hezbollah rocket kills 12 at football ground, vows response

The U.S. will establish a new military command in Japan to enhance security ties as part of efforts to strengthen alliances in Asia amid China’s military buildup, top American and Japanese officials announced Sunday. This command, initially led by a three-star general, will coordinate operations with Japan, plan joint exercises, and participate in defense if needed, placing U.S. warfighting capabilities under a headquarters in Japan … Continue reading USA Launches Tokyo Military Command to Counter Beijing

Labour has taken a significant step in changing the UK’s Middle East policy by dropping its opposition to an international arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, despite U.S. pressure. Downing Street announced it would not challenge the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court (ICC), where Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan seeks a warrant against Netanyahu. This move increases the likelihood of the ICC granting … Continue reading Britain drops its challenge to ICC arrest warrants for Israeli leaders

A fast-moving wildfire in the Canadian Rockies forced 25,000 people to evacuate, devastating nearly half of Jasper overnight. Flames higher than treetops caused extensive damage, though no injuries were reported due to the earlier evacuation. Jasper Mayor Richard Ireland expressed deep sympathy for the community, acknowledging the destruction. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith estimated 30% to 50% of structures were damaged or destroyed, highlighting the significant … Continue reading Fast-moving wildfire in the Canadian Rockies ravages the picturesque resort town of Jasper

On Thursday, two Sinaloa cartel leaders, Joaquin Guzman Lopez and Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, were arrested in the United States. Guzman Lopez, son of notorious cartel boss Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman, orchestrated their arrest by luring Zambada to the US under the pretense of examining land in Mexico. Upon landing in El Paso, Texas, federal agents arrested them. This operation, exploiting a rift within the … Continue reading US operation to capture Sinaloa cartel leaders had the help of one of the captured men

Lithuania is planning a mass evacuation of civilians in case of war, according to the Interior Ministry, as NATO members adopt measures against potential Russian attacks. The Baltic States—Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia—signed a January agreement to create a common defense line with anti-mobility infrastructure to bolster NATO’s eastern border with Russia and Belarus. Lithuania’s Interior Ministry stated preparations to relocate a quarter of its 2.6 … Continue reading NATO Nation Preparing Mass Evacuation Plans for Russian Invasion

Finland suspects a Russian ship violated its territorial waters in the eastern Gulf of Finland, the latest in a series of border breaches by Moscow. The incident, under investigation by the Finnish Border Guard, occurred Friday afternoon with no vessel details provided. These territorial violations are part of hybrid warfare tactics, intended to pressure governments and scare citizens, and have increased since Russia’s invasion of … Continue reading Finland Says Russia Ship Sailed Into Its Waters in Territorial Breach

Relentless rain drenched the northern Philippines, causing flooding in Manila and landslides in mountainous areas as Typhoon Gaemi intensified the seasonal monsoon. In the densely populated capital, rescuers were deployed to evacuate residents from low-lying homes as streets turned into rivers. People used small boats and shopping trolleys to navigate thigh-deep water. Government offices were shut, classes suspended, and over 70 flights canceled. Peachy de … Continue reading Streets turn into rivers as Typhoon Gaemi sweeps over Philippines

A small passenger plane belonging to Nepal’s Saurya Airlines crashed and caught fire while taking off from Kathmandu on Wednesday, killing 18 people and leaving one survivor, the captain, who is receiving treatment at a hospital. The CRJ-200 aircraft, carrying 17 technicians and two crew members, was heading for maintenance at Nepal’s new Pokhara airport. Among the deceased were 18 Nepali citizens and one Yemeni … Continue reading Plane crash at Nepal’s Kathmandu airport kills 18; captain survives

Rescue teams discovered another body at a Jose Cuervo tequila distillery in Mexico on Wednesday, bringing the death toll to six following an explosion and fire the previous day. Two workers were injured. The local civil defense reported that the latest body was found in a waste area where large containers had collapsed. The explosion occurred during maintenance work, as stated by the company on … Continue reading Death toll reaches 6 in Mexican tequila distillery blast

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon apologized and promised reforms after a public inquiry revealed that around 200,000 children, young people, and vulnerable adults were abused in state and religious care over the past 70 years. The report, covering 1950 to 2019, found that nearly one in three individuals in care experienced some form of abuse, potentially leading to billions in compensation claims. Luxon expressed … Continue reading New Zealand inquiry finds 200,000 children and vulnerable adults abused in care

American and Canadian warplanes intercepted two Russian and two Chinese bombers in international airspace near Alaska on Wednesday, according to the joint US-Canadian North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). NORAD reported detecting, tracking, and intercepting two Russian TU-95 and two Chinese H-6 military aircraft operating in the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone. This zone is an area where air traffic is monitored beyond national airspace … Continue reading US, Canada jets intercept China, Russia planes near Alaska

Flights to and from Catania, a city in eastern Sicily, were halted on Tuesday due to an eruption from Mount Etna, one of the world’s most active volcanoes. The eruption, which spewed hot ash and lava, led to the airport’s closure earlier this month as well. As a major hub in eastern Sicily, Catania’s airport typically handles more arrivals than Palermo, the island’s capital. Authorities … Continue reading Major airport forced to close after Mount Etna volcanic eruption

On Tuesday, Russia claimed its forces shot down 21 Ukrainian drones over occupied Crimea and the Black Sea. The attack reportedly targeted a crucial ferry crossing to the Russian-occupied peninsula, specifically the Port of Kavkaz in the Kerch Strait. Residents in the northern part of the region reported hearing several explosions. Governor Veniamin Kondratyev confirmed the drones attacked the ferry, but independent verification is pending. … Continue reading Russia claims it has destroyed dozens of Ukrainian drones in Crimea

Marine biologists have discovered cocaine in sharpnose sharks off the coast of Rio de Janeiro, marking the first instance of the drug being found in free-ranging predators. Thirteen sharks were tested, revealing high levels of cocaine and benzoylecgonine, with female sharks showing higher concentrations in their muscles than males. The study, dubbed “Cocaine Shark,” suggests a potential link between a shark’s size and its ability … Continue reading “Cocaine sharks”: Predators off coast of Brazil test positive for drug, scientists say

The U.S., Israel, and the UAE held a meeting in Abu Dhabi to discuss post-war plans for Gaza, indicating Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s acknowledgment of the need for a governance strategy after the Israel-Hamas conflict. Hosted by Emirati Foreign Minister Abdullah Bin Zayed, the meeting included U.S. representatives Brett McGurk and Tom Sullivan, and Israeli Minister for Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer along with senior defense … Continue reading U.S., Israel discuss post-Gaza war rebuild in secret talks

Rescue teams have retrieved 229 bodies following two landslides in southern Ethiopia’s Gofa zone, according to local officials. The landslides, triggered by heavy rains, occurred on Sunday evening and Monday morning. The search for survivors is ongoing, with the death toll potentially rising. Footage shows many people at the scene, digging through debris to find those trapped. The landslides have affected both adults and children, … Continue reading Ethiopia landslide rescuers pull 229 bodies from mud

Bangladesh remained without internet for a fifth day, and the government declared a public holiday on Monday as authorities kept tight control following a court order that reduced a controversial quota system for government jobs, which had sparked violent protests. Earlier, a curfew with a shoot-on-sight order was imposed, and military personnel patrolled the capital. The protests, mainly by students, demanded the end of a … Continue reading Internet is still down in Bangladesh despite apparent calm following deadly protests

The Israeli military has ordered Palestinians to leave several neighborhoods in Khan Younis, affecting 400,000 people sheltering there. The operation targets Hamas militants alleged to be using the area to launch rockets. Fierce bombardments followed the evacuation order, resulting in at least 37 deaths and 120 injuries, with more casualties expected. Thousands have been displaced multiple times, with nowhere safe in Gaza. Health officials report … Continue reading Israeli military orders evacuation of part of Gaza humanitarian zone

A gunman entered a private home for the elderly in Daruvar, Croatia, and opened fire, resulting in six deaths and six injuries, according to Croatian Radiotelevision (HRT). Five of the deceased were residents, and one was an employee. The gunman, a former military police member with a previously unregistered firearm, was later arrested near a café. Prime Minister Andrej Plenković expressed condolences and urged a … Continue reading Six killed after gunman opens fire in Croatian care home, local media reports

Before Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the possibility of a major war returning to Europe seemed unlikely to many, including Kyiv. Now, more than two years later, the idea of conscription is making a significant comeback. Several European nations have reintroduced or expanded compulsory military service in response to Moscow’s increasing threat. This move is part of a broader effort to bolster defenses, which is … Continue reading Europe turns to conscription as threat of war with Russia grows

Hundreds of migrants from around a dozen countries departed from Mexico’s southern border town of Ciudad Hidalgo on foot, aiming to reach the U.S. border. Some are hoping to arrive before the November elections, fearing that if Donald Trump wins, he will fulfill his promise to close the border to asylum-seekers. Migrants like Miguel Salazar from El Salvador worry that a new Trump administration might … Continue reading Hundreds of migrants leave Mexico in new caravan headed for US border

Flash floods in northern and southwestern China have killed at least 20 people and left dozens missing, state media reported on Saturday, following a week of heavy downpours across the country. In Shaanxi province, a bridge collapse late Friday caused several vehicles to plunge into a swollen river, killing at least 12 people and leaving over 30 missing. Initial reports indicated that 17 cars and … Continue reading Flash floods across China kill at least 20, dozens missing