Israel Strikes Hamas Delegation in Qatar’s Capital Doha

Explosions hit Qatar’s capital, Doha, as the Israel Defense Forces confirmed targeting a Hamas negotiating team. The IDF said the group included senior figures directing Hamas operations for years and vowed to continue efforts to “defeat the organization.” The strike came hours after Israel accepted a US-backed Gaza ceasefire proposal and days after an Israeli […]

Azerbaijan Hosts Multinational Military Drill in Baku

  The “Infinite Brotherhood-IV” joint military exercise began in Baku with the participation of special forces from Azerbaijan, Türkiye, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Qatar. At the opening ceremony, officials honored fallen soldiers, raised national flags, and showcased armored vehicles, army aviation, and drones. Azerbaijani Defense Minister Zakir Hasanov said the drill strengthens military cooperation, regional […]

Nepal PM Resigns After Deadly Social Media Protests

Nepal’s Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli resigned amid violent protests sparked by last week’s ban on 26 social media platforms. Oli said he stepped down to allow a constitutional solution to the crisis. The unrest, known as the “Gen Z Protests,” left 19 dead and over 100 injured. Demonstrators torched the homes of Oli, […]

Engin Fırat Seen as Top Candidate for Azerbaijan Job

After Azerbaijan’s 5-0 loss to Iceland in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, manager Fernando Santos parted ways with the team. Santos, who took charge in June 2024, left without a win in 11 matches. Turkish coach Engin Fırat has emerged as the leading candidate to replace him. German outlets kicker.de, ran.de, and Sport1 called Fırat […]

Russian Strike Kills 21 in Ukraine’s Donetsk

At least 21 people were killed in a Russian attack on the village of Yarova in Ukraine’s Donetsk region, Governor Vadym Filashkin said. He accused Russia of targeting civilians waiting in pension queues, calling the strike “direct terrorism.” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attack, urging the US, Europe, and the G20 to respond with […]

Gaza Death Toll Surpasses 64,000 Amid Israeli Strikes

The Palestinian Health Ministry announced that Israeli attacks on Gaza since October 7, 2023, have killed 64,605 people and injured 163,319. In the past 24 hours alone, 83 were killed and 223 wounded. Since Israel broke the ceasefire on March 18, 12,059 Palestinians have died and over 51,000 have been injured. Attacks on aid distribution […]

Love Locks Multiply on Frankfurt Bridge Amid Rising Divorces

  As divorce rates climb in Germany, more couples are turning to “love locks” on bridges as symbols of lasting bonds. On Frankfurt’s Eiserner Steg bridge, the number of locks has surged from 15,000 in 2014 to over 50,000 in 2025, weighing nearly 5 tons. Germany records about 350,000 marriages annually, with 37 percent ending […]

Nepal Lifts Social Media Ban After 19 Killed

  Protests in Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu, over a government ban on social media left 19 dead and more than 100 injured. The ban, which blocked 26 platforms including Facebook, X, and YouTube, was lifted after mass unrest. Prime Minister Sharma Oli expressed sorrow, promised compensation for victims’ families, free treatment for the injured, and announced […]

Drone Hits Gaza Aid Ship in Tunisia

A vessel of the Global Sumud Flotilla, set to deliver aid to Gaza, was hit by a drone off Tunisia’s coast. The Portuguese-flagged ship Aile caught fire but its six passengers survived. Activists from 44 countries back the flotilla, which aims to challenge Israel’s blockade of Gaza.

Israeli Strikes Kill 5 in Southern Lebanon

Five people were killed and five others injured in Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, the Lebanese Health Ministry announced. The Israeli army said the strikes targeted Hezbollah weapons depots. Beirut accused Israel of violating the ceasefire signed in November 2024. Since the deal, 262 people have been killed and 608 injured in Israeli attacks […]