Six severed heads were discovered on a road in Tlaxcala, central Mexico, in an area normally considered peaceful and far from cartel hotspots. A blanket left at the scene carried a warning to rival gangs, allegedly signed by “La Barredora,” a little-known group, though its involvement remains unclear. Authorities confirmed the victims were men and have launched an investigation, while federal officials have yet to … Continue reading Six severed heads found on Mexico street with ominous message

Russia launched one of its largest aerial assaults of the war, firing over 570 drones and 40 missiles mainly at western Ukraine, far from the front lines. A strike hit Flex Ltd, a Texas-based electronics manufacturer in Mukachevo, killing one person, injuring 15, and sparking a major fire with 600 workers inside. Ukraine called the attack deliberate targeting of civilian businesses, noting it followed earlier … Continue reading Russia bombs US factory in Ukraine in one of war’s largest attacks

Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, also known as Mo Chara from Irish rap group Kneecap, appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court seeking to dismiss a terrorism charge for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag during a London concert in November. Prosecutors say the charge was filed within the legal time limit, while his lawyers argue it came a day late. Supporters rallied outside the court with Irish and … Continue reading Member of Irish rap band Kneecap appears at UK court on ‘terrorism’ charge

Human Rights Watch reports that M23 rebels killed at least 140 people in eastern DR Congo’s Rutshuru area in July, with total deaths possibly exceeding 300. Witnesses said the Rwanda-backed group executed civilians, including women and children, using guns and machetes, and forced mass burials or left bodies uncollected. The massacre occurred during M23’s campaign against the Hutu FDLR militia, despite ongoing peace efforts brokered … Continue reading DR Congo rebels killed 140 civilians despite peace process, rights group says

French authorities are investigating the death of 46-year-old livestreamer Raphael Graven, known as Jean Pormanove, who regularly appeared on Kick broadcasts showing him being assaulted and humiliated. He died during a live stream in Contes, near Nice, prompting prosecutors to order an autopsy and open a criminal inquiry. Junior minister Clara Chappaz condemned the violence as “absolutely horrific” and said Kick must answer for its … Continue reading French streamer dies live online after months of apparent mistreatment

Israel has called up 60,000 reservists ahead of a planned ground offensive to seize all of Gaza City, with five divisions expected to take part. Defence Minister Israel Katz approved the operation, which aims to defeat Hamas and secure the release of hostages, though only 20 are believed to still be alive. Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians are expected to be ordered south, raising international … Continue reading Israel calls up 60,000 reservists ahead of planned Gaza City offensive

NATO scrambled fighter jets overnight after heavy Russian strikes on Ukraine targeted oil facilities and port infrastructure in Izmail, near the Romanian border, less than a mile from Alliance territory. The Romanian Air Force confirmed that German Typhoon jets were deployed to monitor the situation, though no drones entered NATO airspace. This marks the second such response in three days. The bombardments, which injured civilians … Continue reading NATO scrambles war planes as Russia launches strikes less 1 mile from border