Syria has begun its first public trial of officials linked to former president Bashar al-Assad, marking a major step in post-war accountability. Atef Najib, a former security chief and Assad’s cousin, is facing charges over abuses that helped spark the 2011 uprising. The case centers on the arrest and torture of teenagers in Daraa, which triggered protests that led to the Syrian Civil War. Assad … Continue reading Syria’s first public trial of Assad-era officials opens in Damascus

At least 20 people were killed and dozens injured in a bus bombing in southwestern Colombia, officials confirmed. The attack occurred on the Pan-American Highway in Cajibio, with victims including 15 women and five men. Regional governor Octavio Guzmán said 36 people were injured, including minors, some in critical condition. Authorities blamed dissident groups linked to the former Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, calling the … Continue reading Death toll from bus bombing in southwest Colombia rises to 20

Israeli airstrikes killed 14 people and wounded dozens in Lebanon, according to the health ministry, as tensions continue despite a ceasefire. Israel Defense Forces said it targeted Hezbollah fighters and infrastructure, accusing the group of violating the truce. Residents in several towns were warned to evacuate as clashes intensified beyond the buffer zone. Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would continue acting to ensure its security, while … Continue reading Israeli strikes kill 14 in Lebanon, Israel warns residents to leave towns beyond ‘buffer zone’

Mali’s defence minister, Sadio Camara, was killed after a suicide car bombing targeted his residence in Kati, followed by a firefight. The attack was part of a series of coordinated assaults carried out by Islamist militants linked to al-Qaida, including the regional group Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin. The government confirmed multiple civilian and military casualties but did not release an official death toll. The attacks … Continue reading Mali defence minister killed amid flurry of insurgent attacks

A fire broke out early Sunday at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, a base currently used by the US military. Emergency crews responded quickly, and images showed significant damage, including a collapsed roof. Officials confirmed no injuries and no damage to RAF aircraft, though the status of US equipment is unclear. The fire occurred in an unoccupied, disused building and was likely caused by faulty wiring, … Continue reading Huge blaze at UK base used by US bombers

Two trains collided head-on in Denmark near Hillerød, just north-west of Copenhagen, injuring at least 18 people and leaving five in critical condition. The crash occurred early Thursday morning at a level crossing, sending both trains heavily damaged and scattering debris, including shattered glass. All 37 passengers were evacuated, with some flown to hospital by military helicopter. Authorities have launched an investigation into possible causes, … Continue reading Head-on train collision near Copenhagen leaves five critically injured

Prince Harry made an unannounced visit to Kyiv to show support for Ukraine as the war with Russia continues into its fifth year. He said it was important not to lose sight of Ukraine’s role in defending Europe despite global attention shifting elsewhere. During the trip, he is attending a security conference in the capital. He is also expected to visit the HALO Trust and … Continue reading Prince Harry visits Kyiv in a show of support

The UK and France have agreed on a new deal in which the UK will fund 200 French officers to detain and deport migrants attempting to cross the Channel. A detention site in Dunkirk will target people from 10 high-risk countries, with deportations to home nations deemed safe or to other EU countries they passed through. The plan is backed by a £162 million package, … Continue reading UK to pay for French officers to deport asylum seekers from war-torn countries