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Russia reported that a massive Ukrainian drone attack overnight killed at least six people, including an elderly man near Moscow. The strike, involving hundreds of drones, marks one of the largest aerial offensives by Ukraine in the ongoing conflict. Independent verification is pending.
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A Polish bus carrying tourists overturned on a motorway in eastern Hungary early Sunday, killing at least 12 people and injuring 10 others. The driver has been taken into custody, and an investigation is underway to determine whether driver fatigue caused the fatal crash.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and leaders of France, Bhutan, Nepal, Maldives, and Cyprus for their Independence Day greetings, expressing hopes for stronger bilateral ties and deeper people-to-people connections as India celebrated its 80th Independence Day.
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At least three people were killed in Ukraine and three injured in Russia as both countries exchanged heavy aerial strikes overnight. Ukrainian officials reported fires in Kyiv and strikes in the south, while Moscow said it intercepted dozens of Ukrainian drones.
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The Metropolitan Police has apologised after a data breach exposed the email addresses of around 140 women who accused late Harrods owner Mohamed Al-Fayed of sexual abuse. The force is investigating the incident and reviewing its processes to prevent a recurrence.
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A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, killing at least 51 people and forcing around 5,000 to evacuate. Hundreds of homes were damaged, and rescuers are working to reach isolated areas. Authorities are considering declaring an emergency as survivors await aid.
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called India ties a 'valuable asset' as world leaders greeted India on its 80th Independence Day. The MEA thanked Uzbekistan, Guatemala and Peru for their wishes.
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Morocco arrested at least 111 people attempting to enter Spain's Ceuta enclave on Saturday amid tightened security. The move follows a deadly July surge that killed 96 migrants and sparked tensions within the European Union.
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin exchanged messages reaffirming their countries' ties as Korea marked the 81st anniversary of liberation from Japanese rule. Meanwhile, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung renewed his call for talks to formally end the Korean War and replace the armistice with a peace regime.
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A shooting near Virginia State University dormitories wounded five people, including at least one student. Police are investigating multiple suspects; one victim is in critical condition. The campus lockdown has been lifted.
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Iran has publicly urged Qatar to release three captured pilots from the West Asia war, but Doha denies holding them. The dispute adds fresh strain to regional tensions amid diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.
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Iran has asked the ICRC to intervene after claiming Qatari forces captured three of its pilots during a military operation in the ongoing US-Iran war. Qatar has denied the allegations and says it acted to defend its airspace.
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Liechtenstein has reformed its royal succession rules to allow first-born daughters to inherit the throne, ending centuries of male-only primogeniture. The change applies to future descendants of Hereditary Prince Alois and brings the tiny Alpine monarchy in line with modern European practices.
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Ukraine carried out a large-scale strike on industrial infrastructure in Russia's Samara region, targeting a rocket facility under Roscosmos, according to officials. The attack is part of Kyiv's intensified long-range campaign to disrupt Russia's military-industrial complex, while both sides continue to report civilian casualties.
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Myanmar says it has verified over 3 lakh Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh as former residents of Rakhine state and will accept their return once security improves. The announcement comes as the crisis enters its ninth year, with repatriation efforts stalled since 2018.
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Iranian military officials have formally asked the International Committee of the Red Cross to help secure the release of three pilots allegedly held in Qatar for six months after their jets crashed during the West Asia war. The pilots, identified by Iranian authorities, have reportedly been denied contact with their families. The appeal comes as fighting remains suspended but a formal peace settlement has not been reached.
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At least four civilians were killed in Houthi missile strikes on Yemen's Red Sea port city of Mocha, according to the internationally recognised government. The attack escalates hostilities as regional tensions remain high and peace efforts remain stalled.
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Five people were injured, one critically, in a shooting outside a residence hall at Virginia State University early Saturday. Multiple suspects are believed to be involved, and police are investigating.
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As the Taliban celebrate five years since seizing power in Afghanistan, a UN official warns of a severe human rights crisis, especially for women and girls. The administration touts stability, but international isolation persists.
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A 6.9-magnitude earthquake hit Indonesia's Sumatra island on Saturday night, just hours after a deadly tremor killed at least 40 people. The USGS reported the epicentre and depth, with no tsunami warning issued. The quake underscores Indonesia's vulnerability to seismic activity.
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A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Flores island in Indonesia, killing at least 40 people and triggering a brief tsunami warning. The quake damaged buildings across East Nusa Tenggara province, and authorities are assessing the full extent of the impact.
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A French father and his two young sons were rescued after their rented jet ski capsized off Thailand's Koh Samui, leaving them adrift for over 16 hours. They were found exhausted but safe, and were discharged from hospital shortly after. The family has continued their holiday.
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An Israeli air strike on a house in southern Lebanon killed seven people, including three children, according to Lebanese officials. The Israeli military says it targeted Hezbollah infrastructure in response to an earlier attack. The strike is among the deadliest since a June ceasefire agreement.
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An Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon killed seven people, marking one of the deadliest attacks since the June 20 ceasefire. The strike in Ansar village comes amid fragile peace efforts and ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah.
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A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara province has killed at least 14 people and triggered a tsunami warning. Thousands evacuated from coastal areas as strong aftershocks continue. Authorities are working to assess damage in the remote region.
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U.S. President Donald Trump said he will soon declare the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory after claiming victory over Iran in the ongoing war. The statement was made at a rally, amid a stalemate over the vital waterway and a U.S. blockade of Iranian ports.
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A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia's Flores island, triggering a tsunami warning and evacuations. Authorities have not reported casualties, though small tsunami waves were detected, and residents are moving to higher ground.
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A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia's Flores island on Saturday, prompting a tsunami warning. Two strong aftershocks followed, with no immediate reports of casualties. The quake occurred along the Pacific Ring of Fire.
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British academic Jason Arday, 41, who resigned from Cambridge amid plagiarism allegations, has died. Police found him unresponsive in south London; the death is not being treated as suspicious.
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The U.S. Vice President says lowering gasoline prices is now the top priority in the Iran conflict, ahead of preventing Tehran from getting a nuclear weapon. The Treasury Secretary announced new economic sanctions as the administration shifts focus amid domestic political pressures.
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Activists trying to deliver aid to two Palestinian families besieged by Israeli settlers in Qusra faced obstruction, with supplies left outside after Israeli forces prevented direct handover. The IDF denies the claim, while settlers briefly set up a tent near the site before its removal.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin made his first visit to the disputed Kuril Islands since 2010, drawing immediate protests from Japan. The visit underscores the long-standing territorial dispute over the four islands, which Japan calls the Northern Territories. Tensions between Tokyo and Moscow remain high with no peace treaty signed after World War II.
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Brazilian police recovered eight stolen Henri Matisse artworks from a home in São Bernardo do Campo and arrested a suspect. The pieces were taken from a São Paulo library in December 2023, and authorities continue to search for five missing Portinari engravings.
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Zambia's electoral commission has suspended vote counting across the country following alleged attacks on polling staff and the theft of marked ballot boxes. The commission will review its decision within 24 hours, with final results legally due by Sunday.
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A wildfire near the Belgian border forced the evacuation of about 2,000 residents from the village of Gey in western Germany. The fire has burned 300 hectares and remains out of control, threatening a former munitions depot. No injuries have been reported.
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The Washington Post reports that the U.S. lost at least 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones in the war with Iran, about 25% of its fleet, costing over $1.3 billion. The losses included drones shot down and those that crashed due to communication failures. India's planned procurement of 31 Reapers remains unaffected.
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The United States has named India among over 40 countries accused of operating a 'shadow trans-shipment network' to help China evade tariffs. The report, released by trade adviser Peter Navarro, also announced an AI-based 'Detective Border' plan to detect and penalise such trade practices.
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Six people have died in Japan as record-breaking rainfall hits Chiba prefecture, causing landslides, power outages, and mass evacuation orders. Hundreds of thousands have been affected, with rail and road services suspended as rescue operations continue.
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The USS George Washington is being moved from the Asia-Pacific toward West Asia to replace the long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln. The move comes amid reports of mental health and supply issues on the Lincoln, prompting US lawmakers to demand accountability, while the Pentagon defends the conditions.
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Turkey’s Parliament has passed a 12-point law offering conditional amnesty to low-ranking PKK members, pending full disarmament. The selective law excludes senior leaders and does not address broader Kurdish political rights, but marks a step in the peace process.
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Two people were critically injured when a commuter train derailed near Lewes in southeast England on Thursday. All 150 passengers were evacuated, and authorities have launched an investigation into the cause.
Read More →North Korea's Foreign Ministry has called upcoming US-South Korea military exercises a 'rehearsal for an aggressive war' and threatened to exercise its right to self-defence. The warning comes amid recent ballistic missile launches and rising regional tensions.
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The USS George Washington is heading to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed for over 260 days. Concerns over crew conditions and supply shortages have prompted lawmakers to demand accountability, while the Pentagon rejects the reports as misrepresented.
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ADNOC reported that two of its oil vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, with no injuries. The UAE has accused Iran, which has not yet responded. This is the second such incident in less than a week, raising concerns about shipping security in a critical global energy route.
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The NTSB preliminary report says engine fragments shattered a Ryanair window, causing a passenger to be partially drawn out. The crew landed safely in Thessaloniki.
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India is set to participate in the Taliban's fifth Victory Day anniversary at the Afghan embassy in Delhi, marking deeper pragmatic engagement. Despite not formally recognising the Taliban, New Delhi has allowed diplomats and continues dialogue on trade, aid, and security.
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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said authorities foiled a Russian-ordered assassination attempt on a US citizen of Ukrainian origin in Warsaw, the first known such plot on NATO territory. The suspect was detained in August, and officials have not disclosed further details.
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Lebanon's parliament has voted to abolish the death penalty, becoming the first Arab country to do so. The law replaces capital punishment with 17-year prison terms and applies to 85 people currently on death row. Global executions rose sharply in 2025, driven largely by Iran, according to Amnesty International.
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Nepal's foreign minister says the government cannot confirm whether it has the original 1816 Sugauli Treaty documents, which are key to its border dispute with India. The statement comes amid ongoing tensions over the Kalapani, Lipulekh, and Limpiyadhura regions. Nepal says it wants to resolve the issue through diplomatic dialogue.
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The UK has defended its seizure of the Russian shadow fleet tanker Smyrtos as lawful, after President Putin threatened retaliation. The tanker's captain faces sanctions charges. The incident underscores escalating maritime tensions over Russia's oil exports.
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