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The Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Aerospace Forces, Alexander Chaiko, was supposed to celebrate his birthday at the restaurant where the explosion occurred. Russian authorities have not confirmed if he was present or if he was injured in the blast. At this stage, no organization has claimed responsibility for the incident.

Hundreds of man-portable air-defense systems may soon be sent from China to Iran, marking a dangerous shift in relations. Until now, Beijing has helped Tehran behind the scenes but avoided direct arms sales. What is behind this course change, what the missiles offer Iran, and the threat Donald Trump has already issued to Beijing: "It will be very bad for you."

A new study using Claude code analyzed all war-related headlines in the New York Times and found that the newspaper adopted the Hamas narrative regarding Gaza casualties, primarily because Hamas militants were almost entirely absent from the reports.

Security cameras recorded the suspect throwing a brick at the front of the synagogue in downtown Sarasota. An indictment was filed against him for damaging a religious building, which was classified as a hate crime.

The DK Oyster restaurant is once again in the spotlight after tourists who visited it recently describe being charged outrageous prices, feeling like they were being ripped off, and that the general atmosphere was questionable. 'They charge double or even triple what you see on their menu on Google.'

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 tourist plane crashed in southern Peru while en route to view the Nazca Lines. Authorities confirmed that all 13 people on board perished in the accident.

A light aircraft crashed near the Pueblo Viejo airstrip in Nazca, Peru, resulting in the deaths of all 13 people on board. Preliminary assessments indicate that 11 passengers were tourists on their way to an observation flight over the Nazca Lines.

President Donald Trump posted a series of AI-generated images targeting Iran, while criticizing his predecessors, Joe Biden and Barack Obama, for failing to use force against the regime as he does. In another post, the US President shared a graph illustrating the major devaluation of the Iranian currency since he took office.

The cause of the explosion is under investigation. Media report that traffic near the square has been temporarily blocked and emergency services are on site.

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.

A mass breach of 60,000 migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta has shocked Europe and sparked a political crisis in Madrid. Witnesses report that Moroccan police encouraged migrants to cross the border.

US President Donald Trump has turned to the Supreme Court to demand restrictions on mail-in voting. This move is part of his broader efforts to reshape election rules ahead of the midterm elections.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was not invited to speak at the funeral of a soldier killed in the war with Iran. Despite preparing a speech, his name was omitted from the list of speakers while lower-ranking officials were invited. Sources indicate that Mamdani appeared frustrated and angry during the ceremony. Officials involved in the planning stated that the decision was political, as the...

The USA has banned imports from 43 Chinese companies over allegations of forced labor involving Uyghurs. This marks the largest expansion of the entity list since the law's enactment in 2021.

The Kuwaiti army announced on Saturday that its defense systems were activated to intercept missiles launched from Iran. Meanwhile, an attack was reported on a tanker 21 nautical miles from Khasab, Oman. These events occur as Washington prepares for potential strikes on Iran following the failure of diplomatic efforts.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has announced the establishment of two new intelligence bodies to counter foreign espionage and cyberattacks. The move follows reports identifying Japan as a hub for Russian intelligence operations.

Adva Lavie, known by the alias "Mia Ventura," will remain in custody in Los Angeles. A judge ruled that the model is a flight risk following repeated violations of her release conditions.

The last three council members remaining in Hartman resigned after a violent brawl. The state allocated one million dollars to improve infrastructure, but there is no official to sign the contracts. The authorities decided: The only solution – to declare the "town abandoned".

Javier Milei once again criticized the Argentine national team players for waving the Falkland Islands flag after their victory over England in the 2026 World Cup semi-final. The President argued that football and politics should not be mixed, emphasizing that the struggle for the archipelago must be handled through diplomatic channels.

The Italian government has suspended free movement arrangements with Spain under the Schengen Agreement. The decision follows the mass crossing of migrants into Ceuta.

The Italian government has officially announced the suspension of the Schengen Agreement with Spain due to an unprecedented migration wave into Ceuta. Approximately 49,000 migrants entered the Spanish enclave within 24 hours.

The surge of illegal migrants at the Spanish border remains a top priority on the European agenda. Following reports of tens of thousands of people crossing into Spanish territory, European Union member states have begun acting quickly to prevent these migrants from reaching the rest of the continent.

US President Donald Trump stated that the campaign against Iran is proceeding successfully, while US officials note that real power in the country lies with the Revolutionary Guards.

Democratic members of the US Congress have directed harsh criticism toward the US military. In a letter sent to US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, the lawmakers demanded to conduct their own investigation into the Iranian attack in which six American military personnel were killed in early March. This is despite the fact that US forces have already begun their own internal investigation into...

Following a mass breach of the Spanish enclave of Ceuta by thousands of migrants, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez declared the event an attack on national sovereignty. Israel has called on Madrid to exercise restraint.

The first informal poll in the Security Council gives the lead to Rebecca Grinspen, former vice president of Costa Rica. Second place went to the former foreign minister of Guyana. Israeli UN ambassador Danny Danon stated: "The next secretary-general must fight the institutional antisemitism rooted in the UN."

According to a report in the British newspaper The Telegraph, the two sides discussed the issue during a meeting at the White House this week. The United States and Israel aim to convince regional partners to tighten or close border crossings to increase economic pressure on Iran. The goal is to "bring the regime to its knees," though experts highlight implementation challenges and the possibility...

A massive wildfire is raging in the UK, approximately four kilometers from the country’s largest nuclear power station. The facility has been placed on high alert amid concerns that shifting winds could push flames and smoke toward the site.

The tiny enclave of Ceuta in North Africa, one of the European Union's only two land borders with Africa, is facing a sharp surge in migration. Over 20,000 people have crossed the border, with reports indicating that some have lost their lives during the journey.

Saudi Arabia is preparing for a broad military operation against the Houthis in Yemen, which may include an attack from the sea and land. The move is intended to break the Houthi grip on shipping lanes in the southern Red Sea and allow for the resumption of Saudi oil exports.

The UEFA decision to boycott FIFA competitions over plans to sell World Cup stakes has sparked renewed calls in Ireland to cancel Nations League matches against Israel.

The popular English commentator appeared on a podcast focused on Palestine, apologized for a controversial post, and attacked again: "The policy of the State of Israel is the killing of children."

Ukrainian company SkyFall has unveiled a drone interceptor to counter Iranian-made UAVs, while the US is purchasing older-generation Patriot missiles due to supply constraints. Meanwhile, Turkey seeks US engines for its indigenous fighter jet.

Abbas Araghchi hinted on Twitter that Israel is responsible for the attack on a gas tanker in Egypt. According to him, countries in the region must remain vigilant against Israeli plots designed to undermine regional peace.

The Hind Rajab Foundation, an organization that pursues IDF soldiers around the world, announced today, Thursday, that it has filed, together with the European Legal Support Center (ELSC), an urgent criminal complaint against L.H., an Israeli academic, claiming that he is an "IDF reservist who committed war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide" during his service in the Gaza Strip...

Journalist Jean Quatremer, who had been with Libération since 1984, announced his departure from the newspaper. He cited harassment from editorial staff over his views on Israel and politics as the reason for his exit.

The role of Minister for the Middle East and North Africa in the British government has drawn significant attention across the Arab world. The appointment of Stephen Doughty to this position in Andy Burnham's government has triggered backlash from Arab media and pro-Palestinian supporters in the UK due to the politician's known support for Israel.

Iran warned today, Thursday, Cyprus and Bulgaria against allowing the United States to use military bases on their territory for potential attacks against the Islamic Republic. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi clarified that any state that places its territory at the disposal of a foreign power for action against Iran will be considered as participating in aggression.

Hackney Council leader Zoe Garbett has informed Haifa Mayor Yona Yahav of her council’s intention to terminate the twin-city agreement, requesting a response by October 7. The Haifa municipality is currently consulting with the Israeli Foreign Ministry on how to address the request.