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Iran war widens to Red Sea and Caspian despite pause in US strikes
The armed conflict involving Iran has expanded into the Red Sea and Caspian Sea despite a temporary halt in U.S. airstrikes, drawing in Ukraine and threatening vital energy infrastructure.
Berlin police name suspect in fatal Pride van attack and manhunt
Berlin authorities launched a city-wide manhunt after a minivan drove into a crowd at an LGBTQ+ festival, leaving one person dead and 16 injured.
Berlin Pride van attack leaves one dead and 16 injured
A white minivan plowed into a crowd gathered for Berlin Pride near Tiergarten park, leaving one person dead and at least 16 others injured.
Berlin police say 1 killed, several injured after car drove into crowd
Berlin police launched an intensive manhunt after a white minivan drove into a crowd near the Christopher Street Day Pride festival, leaving one person dead and several injured.
Dharmendra Pradhan resigns following youth protests over NEET paper leak
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has stepped down following widespread youth protests over NEET exam irregularities, leading to celebrations at Jantar Mantar as Pralhad Joshi takes charge.
India Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns after mass student protests
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has resigned following weeks of nationwide youth demonstrations over examination paper leaks.
Houthis claim missile strike on southern Saudi Arabia
Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed a missile attack on the southern Saudi Arabian city of Jizan, sparking fires near a Saudi Aramco refinery.
Spain and France Evacuate 200,000 People Due to Severe Wildfires
Massive wildfires in southwestern France and central Spain have forced the emergency evacuation of approximately 200,000 residents and tourists amid extreme heat.
Wildfires: More than 200,000 people flee or lock down as blazes sweep France and Spain
Massive wildfires across France and Spain have forced hundreds of thousands of people to evacuate or lock down as national emergency declarations are issued.
Russian missile strike on Kyiv arms exhibition kills 10 people
Ukrainian authorities have launched an investigation into the organizers of a military training ground event following a deadly Russian missile strike. The attack occurred during an intensification of long-range operations between Russian and Ukrainian forces.
Hong Wang and Yu Deng become first Chinese mathematicians to win Fields Medal
Wang and Deng are the first two Chinese scholars to be simultaneously honored with the Fields Medal, which recognizes researchers under the age of 40.
US military hits Iran for 13th consecutive night amid shipping tensions
Brent crude oil prices rose above 100 U.S. Dollars per barrel as the U.S. implemented a naval blockade following attacks on commercial tankers in the region.
Sonam Wangchuk ends hunger strike as youth protests continue against minister
Sonam Wangchuk has concluded his 26-day hunger strike, though protests demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan continue nationwide. Demonstrators are seeking accountability following the leakage of medical entrance exam papers.
Houthis attack Saudi oil tankers as US intensifies strikes on Iran
Houthi militants struck Saudi-flagged vessels amid an intensifying military conflict between the United States and Iran. This escalation has caused Brent crude prices to reach $100 per barrel.
US military conducts 12th consecutive night of airstrikes against Iran
US forces are conducting a sustained campaign against Iranian military sites following the collapse of a ceasefire. The conflict has expanded to include retaliatory strikes in Kuwait and Jordan, impacting energy prices and shipping routes.
Rubio, Lavrov hold Ukraine talks on ASEAN sidelines in Manila
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held bilateral talks on the sidelines of the ASEAN summit in Manila. The discussion focused on the war in Ukraine, diplomatic missions, and space agency cooperation.
France passes law banning social media for children under 15
France has become the first EU member to approve legislation banning social media access for children under 15, aiming to mitigate potential developmental risks.
Daniel Siad, Epstein associate under rape investigation, found dead in Paris
The 69-year-old recruiter was found dead at his home in Colombes while French authorities continue their probe into the Epstein human trafficking network. Lawyers representing victims have expressed frustration regarding the pace of the investigation following his death.
Miliband urges calm as Trump threatens to bomb Iranian bridges and power plants
The U.S. has threatened to strike Iranian infrastructure in response to maritime incidents, as the UK urges both parties to exercise restraint.
Mamdani acknowledges lack of authority to arrest Netanyahu, urges federal action
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani has walked back campaign pledges to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, acknowledging that his office lacks the legal jurisdiction to enforce ICC warrants.