Iran executed six inmates on Saturday accused of carrying out attacks in the southwest of the country on behalf of Israel, amid what activists say is the highest wave of executions in decades. The men were alleged to have killed police and security forces and carried out bombings around Khorramshahr in Khuzestan province. Kurdish human rights group Hengaw identified the men as Arab political prisoners … Continue reading Iran executes 6 death-row inmates it alleges carried out attacks on behalf of Israel

A 60-year-old man was arrested in Sydney, Australia, after allegedly firing 50–100 bullets at random passersby and vehicles on Sunday evening, injuring 20 people. The shooting occurred in Croydon Park, a suburb of Inner West, with one victim in serious condition and others treated for shrapnel or shattered glass injuries. Police arrested the suspect in a unit above a business and seized two rifles; he … Continue reading Gunman fired up to 100 bullets on busy Sydney street at random, injuring 20

Georgia’s Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze accused the opposition of attempting to overthrow his government on Sunday, following his ruling Georgian Dream party’s claimed landslide win in local elections boycotted by major rivals. Tens of thousands had protested in Tbilisi against the government’s policies and what they see as a shift toward Moscow, with rallies ongoing since Georgia halted EU membership talks last November. The protests … Continue reading Georgia’s PM says protesters want to topple his government, vows further crackdown

A mosque in Peacehaven, near Brighton, UK, was set on fire Saturday night in a suspected arson attack while two men in their 60s were inside. The attackers, wearing balaclavas, reportedly tried to force the door open, poured gasoline on the steps, and set it ablaze, though no one was physically harmed. The fire damaged the mosque’s entrance and a vehicle belonging to the mosque … Continue reading UK mosque set ablaze with two people inside

Hurricane Priscilla formed in the Pacific off southwestern Mexico, bringing heavy rain and gusty winds to coastal areas, the National Hurricane Center reported Sunday. Priscilla’s maximum sustained winds reached 75 mph (120 kph), and it was located about 285 miles (460 km) south-southwest of Cabo Corrientes, moving north-northwest at 3 mph (6 kph). Coastal swells are creating life-threatening surf and rip currents, with flash flooding … Continue reading Hurricane Priscilla forms in the Pacific Ocean off the southwestern coast of Mexico

The UK Home Office announced plans to give British police greater powers to control repeated protests, following the arrest of nearly 500 pro-Palestinian activists in central London on Saturday. Demonstrators had gathered in Trafalgar Square to support the banned group Palestine Action, despite calls to cancel the protest after a recent synagogue attack in Manchester. The expanded powers would allow senior officers to relocate or … Continue reading UK police to get sweeping powers to curb protests

Explosions and heavy gunfire erupted near Somalia’s presidential palace on Saturday as al-Qaida-linked al-Shabab militants attacked Godka Jilacow prison, which also houses the regional intelligence unit. The assault occurred just hours after the federal government lifted long-standing roadblocks in Mogadishu, intended to protect key sites. Residents reported smoke and gunfire, with the city’s calm shattered after months of relative security. Al-Shabab claimed responsibility, saying it … Continue reading Militants attack major prison in Mogadishu hours after roadblocks lifted

Tens of thousands protested across Europe after Israel intercepted a flotilla of over 40 ships carrying aid to Gaza. In Spain, organizers said more than 300,000 people marched in Barcelona, while police estimated around 70,000, and demonstrations also took place in Madrid. Italy saw continued protests in Rome, with organizers claiming 1 million participants following the Colosseum, part of a broader national movement supporting Palestinians … Continue reading From Rome to Barcelona: Thousands attend pro-Palestinian demos

Chinese authorities have rescued 350 hikers from blizzard conditions on the Tibetan side of Mount Everest, with over 200 more at camps expected to be evacuated in groups to Qudang, CCTV reported. Earlier, Jimu News said roughly 1,000 climbers were trapped just below base camp at about 4,900 meters (16,076 feet). Rescue efforts have been slowed by heavy snow and strong winds, and tents have … Continue reading Blizzard strands hundreds of climbers on Mount Everest

Negotiators have arrived in Cairo ahead of Monday talks focused on releasing hostages held by Hamas in Gaza and advancing a broader ceasefire, as Israeli strikes killed 63 people in the past 24 hours. The discussions will address the first phase of president Donald Trump’s plan, which involves Hamas freeing 48 hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held in Israel, with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff … Continue reading Israel continues Gaza bombardment as Trump plan negotiators arrive in Cairo