A huge sinkhole about 50 meters deep and 30 meters wide opened on a road under construction in Bangkok’s Dusit district, swallowing a vehicle and forcing the evacuation of a hospital, police station, and nearby homes. No casualties were reported. Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt inspected the site, saying […]
The Global Sumud Flotilla, carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza, reported coming under suspicious drone attacks in international waters off Greece. Activists from 44 countries said drones dropped unidentified objects, disrupted communications, and caused explosions near several vessels. In a statement, the flotilla condemned the attacks as psychological operations aimed at intimidation, declaring, “These tactics will […]
At the 80th UN General Assembly, French President Emmanuel Macron said France’s recognition of Palestine was part of a “credible peace plan” to end the Gaza war, secure hostages’ release, and preserve the two-state solution. He warned, “There will be no security or stability for Israel as long as it remains in a constant state […]
As world leaders, including Türkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, addressed the 80th UN General Assembly, hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters gathered behind UN Headquarters in Manhattan. Demonstrators held photos of Palestinian children and women killed in Gaza, chanting “Free Gaza, Free Palestine” and calling for an immediate ceasefire. Police enforced heavy security, blocking access to […]
Türkiye’s Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar attended the Turkey Investment Conference in New York alongside President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Bayraktar met World Bank Executive Anna Bjerde to discuss Türkiye’s energy transition, renewable projects, and critical minerals. He also held talks with executives of energy firm Hartree, reviewing the recent 600 million cubic meter LNG deal […]
French President Emmanuel Macron was stranded in New York after attending a UN conference when police halted his car for US President Donald Trump’s motorcade. Told that “everything is closed,” Macron humorously called Trump, saying, “Guess what? I’m waiting on the street right now because everything is closed for you.” He later walked to the […]
Heavy rains in northern Italy caused flooding in Como, Monza, Brianza, and Milan, leaving streets submerged and schools evacuated. The Seveso River overflowed, paralyzing daily life across the Lombardy region. A German tourist went missing after being swept away by floodwaters in Piedmont. Her husband survived with their dog. Train services between Switzerland’s Chiasso region […]
Copenhagen Airport in Denmark and Oslo Airport in Norway were shut down for about four hours after large drones were spotted nearby. Around 20,000 passengers were affected, with 31 flights diverted and nearly 100 delayed or canceled. Danish Police Chief Jens Jespersen said the drones were flown by a “skilled operator” showing off, though no […]
In Kahramanmaraş, the epicenter of the February 6, 2023 earthquakes in Türkiye, collapsed areas are being replaced with new housing projects. Drone footage shows major changes in Mufti Square, Trabzon Boulevard, Cyprus Square, and Azerbaijan Boulevard. Citizen Mustafa Başkonuş said, “Everywhere is a construction site, I believe this city will recover.” Student Ravza Pabuçcu added, […]
North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un sent a message to Chinese President Xi Jinping, pledging to strengthen “traditional friendship and cooperation” between Pyongyang and Beijing. Kim recalled his recent visit to China for Victory Day celebrations, saying he felt the “unwavering support” of the Chinese leadership and people. Kim said North Korea is ready to deepen […]