US President Donald Trump announced that the US military targeted and destroyed a drug-smuggling boat off the coast of Venezuela, killing six people. Trump said the vessel was linked to terrorist groups involved in the illicit drug trade and was intercepted in international waters. He stated that the strike was part of ongoing US efforts […]
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu announced that the controversial pension reform, which sought to raise the retirement age from 62 to 64, has been suspended until January 2028. Speaking to the National Assembly, Lecornu said the decision responds to union demands and will remain in effect until after the 2027 presidential elections. He stated the […]
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Montenegro is “a pioneer in the EU accession process” and could become the 28th EU member by 2028 if it stays focused and united. Speaking in Tivat during her Western Balkans tour, von der Leyen praised Montenegro for aligning with EU foreign policy and sending troops to […]
In recent years, Taiwan has faced numerous natural disasters brought about by typhoons, torrential rains, and the effects of climate change. Among these, the Guangfu flood in Hualien County stands out as a stark reminder of both nature’s power and the remarkable unity of the Taiwanese people. The flooding, which struck Guangfu Township following days […]
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Special Representative Jaco Cilliers said rebuilding the Gaza Strip will require at least $70 billion, according to estimates by the UN, EU, and World Bank. Speaking in Geneva, Cilliers stated that over 80% of Gaza’s buildings have been destroyed or damaged, with 55 million tons of rubble to be cleared […]
In Kayseri, central Türkiye, a young woman wearing headphones narrowly escaped being hit by a tram after stepping onto the tracks in Cumhuriyet Square. Security guards noticed her just in time and pulled her to safety seconds before the tram passed. The incident was captured by surveillance and tram cameras. The Kayseri Metropolitan Municipality thanked […]
Russian forces launched overnight missile attacks on Ukraine’s second-largest city, Kharkiv, targeting key energy infrastructure and leaving 30,000 homes without power. Governor Oleh Syniehubov said guided bombs hit multiple districts, damaging a hospital and power lines. Mayor Ihor Terekhov reported four injuries and extensive damage to the hospital. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the […]
At least 14 people have been killed after a gold mine collapsed in El Callao, southern Venezuela, following heavy rainfall. Authorities said bodies were recovered from three separate shafts, and rescue operations are ongoing. Teams are working to drain flooded shafts before continuing search and recovery efforts.
Severe floods caused by heavy rains in Mexico have killed at least 64 people, with 65 others still missing. Authorities said the states of Veracruz, Hidalgo, and Puebla were among the worst affected, with nearly 100,000 homes damaged or destroyed. President Claudia Sheinbaum deployed thousands of soldiers to assist rescue and relief operations, while […]
The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) announced that proceeds from Türkiye’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Georgia will be donated to Gaza. In a statement, the TFF said the decision aims to support civilians facing a humanitarian crisis in the region, condemning what it described as “genocide before the eyes of the world.”