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The Jerusalem Municipality illuminated the Chords Bridge with the flags of Israel and India to mark 79 years of Indian independence, highlighting the strategic bond between the two nations.

An unusual birthday gift received by Marco Rubio in May has been revealed online: the White House prepared a framed picture for the US Secretary of State featuring 68 amusing versions of a meme created from a famous photo of him. Senior administration officials signed the gift, and President Donald Trump added the words above his signature: "You are great."

At the end of June, two brothers from Venezuela went to the sea near their home. 15-year-old Winder wanted to take their 10-year-old brother, Moises, with them, but he was grounded as punishment. "I kept insisting, but my mother just wouldn't give in," he told the British media. Eventually, he and his brother Davy went without him.

Russia rejected a temporary ceasefire in the Black Sea proposed by Ukraine, stating there is "no basis" for such a move. The decision follows a recent escalation in the region, during which at least 50 cargo ships have been attacked over the past two months.

Jared Kushner, son-in-law and former advisor to US President Donald Trump and considered one of the architects of the Abraham Accords, published a post on Thursday marking six years since the diplomatic initiative that changed relations between Israel and Arab countries in the region, expressing optimism regarding the possibility of further diplomatic breakthroughs.

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), one of the world's busiest aviation hubs, plans to install dedicated facilities in its restrooms to allow Muslim passengers to perform ritual ablutions before prayer, as reported by Fox News.

362 Ukrainian UAVs were intercepted and destroyed overnight Thursday across several Russian regions, including Belgorod, Bryansk, Voronezh, Kursk, Rostov, Moscow, Tatarstan, Crimea, and Krasnodar, as well as over the Black and Azov Seas, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense.

US President Donald Trump announced that White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt will leave her position at the end of the month to focus on her family. Despite her departure, she will remain a key external advisor to the president and continue her political involvement.

Antisemitism in Europe continues to escalate, and this time a new sickening recording has been published. An Irish tourist visiting France entered a local supermarket and verbally confronted two Jewish women. As part of the confrontation, the tourist told the women: "I'm sorry Hitler didn't finish his job."

At least 44 people have died after a passenger boat capsized yesterday, Tuesday, on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe. 77 people have been rescued so far, and the search for additional passengers continues.

Zhu Rongji, former Premier of China and architect of the bold economic reforms that propelled the country to global power status, passed away on Wednesday in Beijing at the age of 97. His death marks the end of an era of economic optimism for many in China who witnessed the nation's revolutionary transformation.

A senior Iranian source told Reuters today, Wednesday, that at this stage there are no contacts between Tehran and Washington regarding the extension of the ceasefire. The source claimed that the United States "violated the interim agreement just 48 hours after it was reached and subsequently withdrew from it within a few days."

A senior Iranian official clarified today, Wednesday, ahead of the expiration of the 60-day ceasefire set in the memorandum of understanding, that no discussions are being held with the United States regarding its extension. The official, speaking to Reuters, placed the responsibility for the deadlock on Washington, claiming that the US violated previous agreements.

The storm surrounding the change in childhood vaccination policy in the United States has reached the World Health Organization. Following the executive order signed by US President Donald Trump, the organization defended the way vaccination schedules are determined and emphasized that existing recommendations are based on more than six decades of scientific research.

US President Donald Trump provided a series of intriguing statements last night, confirming for the first time the details of the secret operation intended to extract him from Turkey, addressing the possibility of running for president again in 2028, and sending sharp messages to Iran.

Israel and Venezuela have agreed to renew consular relations following talks between Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar and Venezuelan Foreign Minister Félix Plasencia. A new coordination mechanism will be established to provide consular services to citizens of both nations.

Fighting between Russia and Ukraine continued with high intensity on Tuesday night, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Moscow of using North Korean missiles. Zelensky stated that strikes on Zaporizhzhia, which killed at least six people and wounded 19, were carried out using ballistic missiles supplied by Russia's ally.

Beijing is bracing for an extreme weather system starting this evening, Tuesday. According to the municipal meteorological service, a combination of moisture from Typhoon "Dolphin" and a cold air mass will bring heavy downpours, with most areas expected to see over 100 mm of rain in six hours and over 150 mm within 24 hours.

In an interview with Tucker Carlson, Hunter Biden, son of former US President Joe Biden, harshly attacked Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. During the conversation, Carlson also raised conspiratorial claims regarding an alleged Israeli role in the controversy surrounding content on Biden's laptop.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that Colombia has officially recognized Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights. This historic decision followed Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar's visit to Colombia for the inauguration of President Abelardo de la Espriella.

The new Prime Minister of Iraq, Ali al-Zaidi, is seeking to shift the country's foreign policy. As part of his plan to avoid regional tensions, he declared that Iraq will not join any military or security alliances.

A new report by the credit rating agency Fitch warns that changes to the Medicaid program — the public health insurance intended primarily for low-income Americans — have become one of the main threats to the financial stability of hospitals in the United States. Some of the most significant provisions are expected to begin taking effect during 2027.

More than 20,000 residents in western Canada were ordered to evacuate on Friday after a massive wildfire spread at a dizzying speed, threatening towns along Okanagan Lake in British Columbia. The flames consumed numerous homes, and authorities have yet to determine the full extent of the damage.

New official documents released to the public in the United States reveal today (Friday) a secret and explosive affair from the first term of Donald Trump. According to the documents, immediately after Trump dismissed FBI Director James Comey in May 2017, the bureau opened a special investigation to check whether the move was made in coordination with or under the influence of the Russian...

The official Iraqi news agency reported on Thursday that $500 million in cash arrived in Iraq in a shipment from the US Federal Reserve Bank. The agency stated that the funds are intended for transactions related to travelers and foreign money transfers, subject to the approval of the Central Bank of Iraq.

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing a 15% tariff on imported polysilicon, a vital material for semiconductors and solar panels. The order, which also sets minimum import prices, aims to protect American manufacturers and reduce reliance on Chinese supply chains.

The Democratic Party in the United States has been undergoing a dramatic change in recent years. If in the past candidates were required to win the backing of the party leadership and mainstream media outlets to break into the national arena, today more and more progressive candidates are building an independent power base through podcasts, YouTube channels, social networks, and live broadcasts...

German media reported on Thursday that more than 100 people drowned in German waters in June alone, the highest figure in over 20 years. In total, at least 261 people have lost their lives in the first seven months of 2026, an increase of 15 compared to the same period last year.

An unusual dust devil hit a children's sports competition in Dartford, UK, throwing equipment and volunteers into the air. The event was caught on camera, leaving behind damaged property but no serious injuries.

The Supreme Court of India has recommended a pilot program that would prevent vehicles without valid third-party insurance from refueling at gas stations. The initiative aims to improve enforcement and reduce the number of uninsured vehicles on the road.

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegset is struggling to advance the permanent appointment of General Christopher LaNeve as Army Chief of Staff due to reservations from several Republican senators. According to a report in The Wall Street Journal, the administration has not yet officially submitted his candidacy as there are currently insufficient votes for approval in the Senate Armed Services...

A deadly Russian missile attack struck the Kyiv area on Wednesday, claiming the lives of 15 people. More than 50 others were wounded in the assault, which caused extensive destruction to civilian infrastructure.

The United States resumed deportation flights to Venezuela on Monday for the first time since the deadly earthquakes that struck the South American country in late June. On the first flight since the disaster, 147 Venezuelan migrants were deported from Miami to the state of Anzoátegui. The Trump administration had previously deported hundreds of Venezuelans weekly, but the operation was halted...

North Korea attacked the Donald Trump administration and US allies on Tuesday following recent warnings regarding Pyongyang's cyber activity. The North Korean government dismissed the claims as "baseless accusations" intended to damage the country's image and justify further pressure.

A small tourist plane crashed while flying over the Nazca Lines archaeological site in southern Peru, resulting in the deaths of all 13 passengers and crew members on board.

Nigel Farage, leader of a right-wing party in the UK, stated that if he comes to power in the next elections, he intends to use the navy to prevent migrant boats from reaching the shores of the United Kingdom via the English Channel. His proposals have been condemned by other parties.

Massive wildfires have broken out across at least 10 locations in Spokane, Washington. Thousands of families have been evacuated, with at least 600 structures destroyed as a state of emergency is declared.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated in an interview with "Fox News" that the Iranian regime must change. This comes hours after President Donald Trump canceled a significant strike on Iranian territory, while emphasizing that the US remains committed to preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

At the height of the immigration crisis shaking Spain, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez appears to be in a parallel universe, where the most pressing issue is not the situation at the country's borders, but his summer playlist.

A 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck the Campi Flegrei area near Naples on Saturday. The tremor, occurring at a depth of about three kilometers, triggered widespread panic as residents fled their homes fearing building collapses.