Riot police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse violent clashes during a protest in Geneva against the G7 summit, held ahead of meetings involving leaders including U.S. President Donald Trump. The demonstration, which drew about 20,000 people, was largely peaceful but was disrupted by a smaller group of masked “Black Bloc” activists who threw objects, set a car on fire, and smashed windows. … Continue reading Protesters in Geneva clash with police ahead of the G7 summit in nearby France

A 30-year-old Yemeni adventurer known as “The Spider-Man of Yemen,” Al-Qaqa Ibn Antar, died after falling into a volcanic crater while climbing without safety equipment. Antar lost his grip while scaling the steep walls of the Hardah Dam crater in southern Yemen and fell approximately 393 feet into the crater. Rescue teams conducted a difficult four-hour operation before recovering his body from about 100 feet … Continue reading ‘Spider-Man of Yemen’ dies in fall while climbing volcanic crater

The UK Ministry of Defence announced that Royal Marine Commandos seized the tanker SMYRTOS in the English Channel, marking the UK’s first independently led operation against Russia’s so-called shadow fleet. The vessel is suspected of helping Russia evade sanctions by transporting fuel and generating revenue to support its war in Ukraine. British officials said the operation, conducted with French coordination, dealt a significant blow to … Continue reading UK seizes suspected Russian shadow fleet tanker

Switzerland has rejected a proposal backed by the right-wing Swiss People’s Party to cap the country’s population at 10 million, with nearly 55% voting against it. Opponents argued that the measure could jeopardize Switzerland’s free movement agreement with the European Union, threatening access to the EU market and worsening labor shortages in key sectors such as healthcare, tourism, and care services. Supporters claimed a population … Continue reading Swiss voters reject 10 million population cap

President Donald Trump announced that the United States and Iran have reached a ceasefire agreement, a claim later confirmed by Iran’s deputy foreign minister. The deal is intended to immediately end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, allowing toll-free shipping and the restoration of oil flows through the region. Trump described the agreement as a major step toward regional peace and suggested that a … Continue reading US-Iran ‘peace deal’ announced; Trump says Strait of Hormuz reopening

Hong Kong authorities have charged seven individuals and two construction-related companies over a deadly apartment fire that killed 168 people in November 2025. The suspects face 25 charges, including manslaughter, conspiracy to defraud, money laundering, tax evasion, and attempting to obstruct justice. The companies involved were linked to renovation work being carried out at Wang Fuk Court when the fire occurred. Among those charged are … Continue reading Hong Kong charges 7 people and 2 firms over massive fire that killed 168

At least 12 people were killed and nine injured when more than 10 gunmen carried out a late-night shooting in an informal settlement near Johannesburg, South Africa. Police said the attackers arrived in a minibus, opened fire at multiple locations, and then fled the scene. Authorities suspect the massacre may be linked to organized criminal gangs involved in illegal mining or other illicit activities, although … Continue reading Mass shooting by multiple attackers leaves at least dozen dead, 9 wounded in South Africa

Pakistan carried out airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan on Wednesday, escalating months of cross-border conflict between the two neighbors. Afghanistan’s Taliban government said the strikes killed 13 civilians, including 11 children, while Pakistan said it targeted militant hideouts and killed 26 militants. The attacks ended more than a month of relative calm following repeated clashes and failed peace talks. Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of sheltering the Pakistani … Continue reading Pakistani airstrikes kill at least 13 in Afghanistan, Taliban says

Three Indian sailors were killed in a U.S. airstrike on the Palau-flagged tanker Settebello, which Washington said violated its blockade on Iranian oil exports. The U.S. military stated that it targeted the vessel’s engine room after the crew repeatedly ignored instructions from American forces. India confirmed the deaths, lodged a strong protest with the U.S., and summoned the U.S. deputy chief of mission. The incident … Continue reading 3 Indian sailors killed in U.S. strike on oil tanker, minister says

Police used water cannon to disperse around 300 rioters in Northern Ireland during a second night of anti-immigration unrest near Newtownabbey. Protesters burned vehicles, built barricades, and threw bricks and petrol bombs, while smaller disturbances were also reported in Derry and Coleraine. The violence followed a knife attack in north Belfast, although several planned protests failed to materialize and a demonstration at Stormont remained peaceful. … Continue reading Police use water cannon against rioters in Northern Ireland