Five Metropolitan Police officers were injured after a police boat carrying armed officers crashed into Westminster Bridge while responding to an emergency on the River Thames. Three officers were thrown into the water and rescued by nearby boaters, while all five were taken to the hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. No members of the public were hurt in the incident. Witnesses said the boat … Continue reading Five UK officers hurt as police boat strikes bridge

At least 15 people were killed and around 100 injured in Russian attacks across Ukraine, including a ballistic missile strike on a drone technology exhibition near Kyiv. Russia said it targeted the event because it involved Ukraine’s defense industry, while Ukrainian officials condemned the attack and launched an investigation into the event’s security. Additional Russian strikes killed civilians in eastern and northern Ukraine, while President … Continue reading Ten killed in Russian attack on drone exhibition near Kyiv

The U.S. military carried out a 13th straight night of airstrikes on Iran as tensions in the Middle East continued to escalate. President Donald Trump warned Iran and the Houthi rebels of severe military consequences if attacks on Saudi vessels in the Red Sea continue. The U.S. is also increasing its military presence in the region by deploying more aircraft, bombers, and medical personnel. Although … Continue reading U.S. carries out more strikes as Trump threatens Iran, Houthis with “major military punishment”

More than 100,000 people were evacuated as massive wildfires spread across southwest France and central Spain amid extreme heat and strong winds. France ordered the evacuation of the Cap Ferret peninsula, while Spain declared its first-ever national wildfire emergency as multiple blazes merged near Madrid. Officials in both countries requested European Union assistance as the fires overwhelmed emergency responders. The fires have destroyed thousands of … Continue reading Tens of thousands flee fires in France, blazes merge outside Madrid

Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), was removed from office after member states voted that he committed serious misconduct related to sexual misconduct allegations, which he denies. His removal comes as the ICC faces mounting pressure from the United States, which has launched a campaign to weaken the court through sanctions and diplomatic efforts. Khan’s lawyers argue he was denied … Continue reading ICC chief prosecutor removed from post over sexual misconduct allegations

Ukraine’s new commander-in-chief, Mykhailo Drapatyi, said President Volodymyr Zelensky has directed him to intensify offensive operations and modernize the country’s armed forces. Drapatyi replaced Oleksandr Syrskyi after Zelensky dismissed him following days of public protests over recent military leadership changes. The leadership shake-up was sparked by the removal of former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who was widely credited with advancing Ukraine’s drone warfare capabilities. Drapatyi … Continue reading Zelensky tasks new army chief with stepping up offensive operations

The U.S. military said it carried out its 11th straight night of airstrikes against Iran, targeting military facilities to reduce Iran’s ability to threaten shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. According to U.S. Central Command, the strikes hit operations centers, drone storage sites, aircraft hangars, maritime assets, and logistics infrastructure. Iranian media reported explosions near Tehran, Bushehr, Sirik, Tabriz, and parts of Khuzestan province, although … Continue reading US attacks Iran for 11th consecutive night

Austria has officially opened Adolf Hitler’s birthplace in Braunau am Inn as a police station to prevent it from becoming a gathering place for Nazi sympathizers. The building was extensively renovated at a cost of about €20 million, while a memorial stone outside remains to honor the victims of fascism and the Holocaust. Austrian officials said the project reflects the country’s commitment to confronting its … Continue reading Hitler’s birthplace in Austria reopens as a police station to deter Nazi pilgrimages