Russia has heightened tensions in the Middle East by urging Iran to minimize civilian casualties in its response to Israel’s alleged assassination of a Hamas leader, rather than advising against escalation. This pragmatic approach reflects Putin’s interest in the safety of the 1.2 million Russian and former Soviet émigrés in Israel. Putin asked Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to respond cautiously to Israel, which … Continue reading Putin urges Iran to avoid civilian casualties in Israel retaliation while arming Tehran

Elon Musk labeled Prime Minister Keir Starmer as “two-tier Keir,” referencing unequal police treatment of British protesters and minority groups. Downing Street dismissed Musk’s comments, previously condemning his civil war remarks as baseless. Labour MPs have been advised not to engage in online debates about recent violent protests, focusing instead on promoting unity. Ministers, including Shabana Mahmood, refuted claims of biased policing, The Guardian has … Continue reading Elon Musk calls PM ‘two-tier Keir’ over police response to UK riots

Seven U.S. personnel were injured in a suspected rocket attack on U.S. and Coalition forces at Al-Assad Air Base in western Iraq. The injured include five U.S. service members and two U.S. contractors, all of whom are in stable condition. Five are being treated at the air base, while two have been evacuated for further care. Two rockets were confirmed to have been launched at … Continue reading 7 US personnel injured in rocket attack on Iraqi base, officials say

North Korea delivered 250 nuclear-capable missile launchers to frontline military units, with leader Kim Jong Un advocating for the continued expansion of the country’s nuclear program to counter U.S. threats. Kim’s intent to deploy battlefield nuclear weapons along the South Korean border and authorize preemptive nuclear strikes has raised global concerns. The launchers, produced by North Korean munitions factories, are designed to fire tactical ballistic … Continue reading North Korean leader marks the delivery of 250 nuclear-capable missile launchers to frontline units

Mali has cut diplomatic ties with Ukraine after Ukraine supplied intelligence to Malian rebels who ambushed Wagner Group forces in July. Malian government spokesman Colonel Abdoulaye Maiga condemned Ukraine’s actions, stating that Mali has always advocated for a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Ukraine’s Security Service representative Andriy Yusov confirmed providing intelligence that enabled the successful operation against Russian forces, CNN has reported. The … Continue reading Mali severs diplomatic relations with Ukraine for providing intelligence to rebels for Wagner ambush

The U.S. has handed over its last military base in Niger, Airbase 201 in Agadez, to local authorities, following the earlier withdrawal from Airbase 101 in Niamey. The U.S. Department of Defense and Niger’s Ministry of Defense confirmed this in a joint statement. American troops have until September 15 to complete their withdrawal, with around two dozen remaining for administrative tasks at the U.S. embassy. … Continue reading US hands over the last military base in Niger to the ruling junta

Individuals arrested in connection with last week’s nationwide riots have appeared in court. The unrest began in Southport following the fatal stabbing of three girls, and spread to various cities, fueled by far-right misinformation online. Among those in court was a 14-year-old boy from Liverpool, who admitted to violent disorder. He was part of a group that set off fireworks towards the public and police … Continue reading First group of people involved in riots appear in court – with one swearing as he was taken away

The United Nations has fired nine employees of its agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, after an investigation found they “may have been involved” in the October 7 Hamas attack on southern Israel. UN spokesperson Farhan Haq stated that there was sufficient information to justify the terminations, though further corroboration is needed. The investigation initially looked into 19 UNRWA employees, finding evidence insufficient for 10 of … Continue reading UN says nine employees ‘may have been involved’ in October 7 Hamas attack

Travel to and from Sicily is disrupted due to a volcanic eruption from Mount Etna. Catania International Airport has delayed, cancelled, and diverted some flights because of smoke affecting visibility. Nearby towns are covered in volcanic ash. Passengers should check airline apps, websites, and social media for updates, and monitor their email for any changes to their flights. Some flights are being rerouted to other … Continue reading Mount Etna volcanic eruption disrupts flights at Catania international airport

Israeli airstrikes on two Gaza schools on Sunday killed over 30 people, amid rising Middle East tensions and fears of a broader conflict between Israel and Iran. The strikes targeted Hassan Salama and Nasser schools, where thousands of displaced Gazans were sheltering, leaving at least 30 dead and 16 missing. This escalation follows Israel’s killing of Hamas leaders in Tehran and Beirut, prompting Iranian threats … Continue reading Dozens killed in strikes in Gaza while Tel Aviv-area stabbing leaves 2 dead

Ukraine unveiled its newly arrived F-16 fighter jets, showcased by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who emphasized their importance in enhancing the country’s defense against Russia. During Air Forces Day, Zelenskyy, with two F-16s on display and two flying overhead, expressed gratitude for the jets and highlighted Ukraine’s efforts to gain support from neighboring countries to defend against Russian missiles. Despite concerns about escalation, Zelenskyy proposed a … Continue reading Ukraine’s Zelenskyy displays newly arrived F-16 fighter jets to combat Russia

At least 91 people, including 13 police officers, have been killed, and dozens injured in Bangladesh as police clashed with tens of thousands of protesters demanding Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation. The violence erupted in Dhaka and other regions, with police using tear gas and stun grenades. An attack on police occurred at Enayetpur police station, with unknown assailants. Protests, which began in July over … Continue reading At least 90 killed as Bangladesh protesters renew call for Hasina to quit

Anti-immigration protests in England continued for the fifth day on Saturday, with hundreds surrounding a suspected migrant hotel in Rotherham, setting it on fire and clashing with police. The unrest followed the killing of three British girls in Southport by an alleged Rwandan-heritage teenager. The Holiday Inn Express in Rotherham, previously targeted for housing asylum seekers, was attacked, with rioters throwing objects at police and … Continue reading England Anti-Migration Rioters Storm ‘Migrant Hotel’

U.S. President Joe Biden announced that the U.S. military is redeploying forces in the Middle East to protect Israel from potential attacks by Iran and its proxy forces. This decision follows a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during which Biden also urged for de-escalation of regional tensions and a ceasefire in Gaza. The discussions come amid concerns that Iran and allied militant … Continue reading US redeploying forces to protect Israel from Iran retaliation

Police in Nigeria are on high alert and may seek military assistance after protests turned violent in several cities, resulting in at least three deaths, according to the inspector general of police. Amnesty International’s Nigeria director, Isa Sanusi, reported a higher death toll of 14, based on independent verification from witnesses, victims’ families, and lawyers. While major cities like Abuja and Kano saw clashes and … Continue reading Nigerian police may seek army help after violent protests

A 49-year-old American woman, Lalita Kayi Kumar, was found chained to a tree in a forest near Sonurli village, Goa, after being held there for 40 days. Discovered by a shepherd who heard her cries, Kumar was too weak to unchain herself and had sustained multiple injuries. She alleged in a written note that her ex-husband had abandoned her to die, leaving her without food … Continue reading American woman found in Indian forest had been chained to tree for 40 days

The suspect in the Southport attack has been identified as 17-year-old Axel Muganwa Rudakubana after a judge at Liverpool Crown Court lifted reporting restrictions. Photos of the suspect from when he was younger and court sketches have also been released. In response to the attack and other violent incidents across the country, Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with police chiefs to discuss strategies to address … Continue reading Suspect in Southport stabbings named as PM announces new ‘capability’ to curb riots

The United States and Russia completed their largest post-Soviet prisoner swap, freeing two dozen individuals, including journalist Evan Gershkovich, American Paul Whelan, and dissidents like Vladimir Kara-Murza. Gershkovich, Whelan, and journalist Alsu Kurmasheva, who holds dual U.S.-Russia citizenship, returned to the U.S. for a joyful reunion with their families at Joint Base Andrews, where President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris greeted them. Despite … Continue reading US and Russia complete biggest prisoner swap in post-Soviet history

Strikes on a military graduation ceremony in eastern Sudan killed five people, the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) reported on Wednesday. General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the de facto leader of Sudan and army chief, was present but survived the attack. The SAF stated that two drone strikes targeted their base in Gebeit after a graduation event for military, air, and navy college students, leaving several others … Continue reading Top Sudanese commander survives ‘assassination’ attempt

Protesters, fueled by anger, clashed with police outside a mosque in northwest England on Tuesday, injuring over 20 officers. The unrest followed a peaceful vigil in Southport, where hundreds had gathered to mourn three girls fatally stabbed the previous day. Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the violence, which he said had hijacked the vigil. The violent crowd, believed to be supporters of the far-right English … Continue reading Protesters clash with police near the site of U.K. stabbing attack that killed 3 girls

The U.S. military sent a strong message to China by blowing up the decommissioned USS Tarawa, a 39,000-ton naval ship active from 1976 to 2009, in the Pacific. The Global Times, a Chinese state-run news outlet, claimed the exercise was clearly aimed at China, noting that the U.S. views China as its primary adversary in the Asia-Pacific region. The exercise involved dropping a bomb from … Continue reading China warning shot as USA sinks 820-foot ship with stealth explosives

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in Tehran, Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard announced Wednesday, though no one immediately claimed responsibility. Israel was quickly blamed for the assassination, having previously vowed to target Haniyeh and other Hamas leaders in response to the group’s October 7 attack on Israel, which left 1,200 dead and around 250 abducted, according to the Associated Press. Haniyeh was in Tehran for … Continue reading Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh reportedly assassinated

Hezbollah confirmed on Wednesday that Israel killed a top commander, Fouad Shukur, after a rare strike in Beirut. Shukur was reportedly in the building during Tuesday’s attack, and Hezbollah was searching the rubble to confirm his fate. The announcement followed an overnight strike in Tehran that killed Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, which Hamas and Iran attributed to Israel. The strike is part of ongoing hostilities … Continue reading Hezbollah confirms that a top commander was killed in Israeli strike in Beirut

A radical religious group led by London-based preacher Sheikh Yasser al-Habib has raised over £3 million to buy the Scottish island of Torsa and create a closed community practicing sharia law. The 271-acre island, located 20 miles south of Oban, is listed for offers over £1.5 million by Savills. Al-Habib, founder of the Mahdi Servants Union (MSU), which runs military-style training camps and a Shia … Continue reading Islamists raise £3m to buy Scottish island for new ‘homeland’

Russian forces have captured two front-line villages, Vovche and Prohres, in Ukraine’s eastern Donetsk region following relentless assaults. This advance is part of a Kremlin summer push to breach Ukrainian defenses. Ukrainian military officials confirmed the losses, attributing them to poor troop training and inadequate weaponry. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described the situation as “extremely challenging.” Meanwhile, Ukrainian attacks in Russia’s Kursk region targeted substations, … Continue reading Russia claims capture of two villages in Donetsk