Israelis staged nationwide protests Tuesday demanding the release of hostages and an end to the Gaza war, blocking roads and planning a mass rally in Tel Aviv. Families of hostages accused the government of waging a war without clear objectives. Meanwhile, Israeli shelling hit Gaza City and nearby towns overnight, forcing more residents to flee as Israel prepares a new offensive. Local health officials said … Continue reading Israeli protesters hold day of disruption to demand Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal

Australia has expelled Iran’s ambassador and three officials, giving them seven days to leave, after accusing Tehran of directing antisemitic arson attacks in Sydney and Melbourne. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called the incidents, linked by intelligence to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), “dangerous acts of aggression” aimed at sowing discord. Australia has withdrawn its diplomats from Tehran, suspended embassy operations, and warned citizens against … Continue reading Australia accuses Iran of directing antisemitic attacks on cafe and synagogue

Venezuela has deployed 15,000 troops, along with drones, aircraft, and river security, to its border with Colombia to combat drug trafficking, Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello announced, citing the seizure of 53 tonnes of drugs this year. The move follows U.S. accusations that President Nicolás Maduro and Cabello are tied to drug cartels, with Washington offering rewards of up to $50 million for Maduro’s capture. Maduro … Continue reading Venezuela Sends 15,000 Troops to Border as US Warships Approach

Ukrainian drone strikes on Russia’s Kursk region overnight sparked a fire at a nuclear plant, damaging a transformer but causing no injuries or radiation leaks, officials said. The attack, coinciding with Ukraine’s Independence Day, also hit power facilities, while separate drone debris ignited a blaze at the Ust-Luga fuel port in Leningrad region. Russia claimed to have intercepted 95 Ukrainian drones, while Ukraine reported downing … Continue reading Russia says Ukrainian drones hit nuclear power plant during Independence Day strikes

Protests erupted across the UK on Saturday against the use of hotels to house asylum seekers, with counter-demonstrations by antiracism groups leading to clashes and arrests. The rallies followed a High Court ruling blocking a hotel in Essex from hosting asylum seekers after local opposition. Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government, facing record-high asylum applications and Channel crossings, says it will appeal the decision while pledging … Continue reading Scuffles, arrests as protesters across UK rally against asylum hotels

Vietnam evacuated tens of thousands, shut schools, and closed airports as Typhoon Kajiki — the strongest storm to hit the country this year — approached landfall Monday with winds up to 166 kph (103 mph). Authorities warned of destructive winds, storm surges, flash floods, and landslides, particularly in low-lying coastal areas. More than 40,000 people had already been moved to safety, with plans to evacuate … Continue reading Thousands evacuated, flights canceled as Vietnam braces for Typhoon Kajiki to make landfall

At least 20 Palestinians, including medical staff, four journalists, and an aid worker, were killed in Israeli strikes on the Nasser Hospital compound in southern Gaza on Monday, according to hospital officials and Gaza’s health ministry. The IDF confirmed the strike, saying it would launch an inquiry and expressed regret for civilian casualties. Nasser is the only functioning hospital in southern Gaza, making the attack … Continue reading 20 Palestinians, including 4 journalists, killed in IDF strike on Gaza hospital