Iranian-backed Houthis in Yemen released footage confirming the survival of 10 crew members from the Liberian-flagged cargo ship Eternity C, which was sunk on July 7. Initially presumed dead, the crew—including nine Filipinos and one security officer—were shown in good health and speaking with family. Greece-based operator Cosmoship expressed relief and called for their release. […]
A magnitude 8.8 earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula triggered a tsunami that flooded parts of Severo-Kurilsk. Waves up to 4 meters caused damage, and evacuations were carried out. Japan observed 50 cm waves and urged nearly 2 million people to evacuate. Hawaii, the Philippines, and Mexico also issued coastal warnings.
A powerful 8.7 magnitude earthquake struck off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, prompting tsunami warnings for coastal regions of Russia, Japan, and Pacific islands. The quake occurred at a depth of 19 km. Waves up to 3 meters are expected. Panic was reported, and damage assessments are underway.
Three forest fires have broken out in Spain’s Castile and León region, with the largest near Avila spreading rapidly due to strong winds. Spain’s Military Emergency Unit has been deployed, and residents in Mombeltran have been urged to stay indoors. Firefighting efforts continue.
Over 1,000 personnel are responding to three major wildfires raging across Portugal. The largest fire is in the Arouca region, north of Lisbon, forcing evacuations and closing the popular Passadicos do Paiva tourist area. Another fire has been burning since Saturday in the Peneda-Geres National Park near the Spanish border. Smoke has blanketed nearby villages, […]
Trade negotiations between the United States and China entered their second day in Stockholm, Sweden, as both sides seek to resolve a long-standing tariff dispute. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng are leading the talks. A permanent tariff agreement is expected by August 12. The current 90-day pause on […]
The Gaza Government Media Office claimed that gangs protected by Israel looted aid trucks entering the Gaza Strip. The office said 87 trucks were allowed in after Israeli forces allegedly killed 11 Palestinian security personnel. It added that many trucks were destroyed in the chaos, while airdropped aid was minimal and landed in conflict zones. […]
Türkiye has introduced its most destructive conventional aircraft bomb, the MK84 GAZAP, at the IDEF 2025 defense fair. Developed by the Ministry of National Defense, GAZAP weighs 2,000 pounds and can be deployed from F-16 and F-4 jets. With a particle dispersion radius of 1 kilometer and a density of 10.16 particles per square […]
Russia bombed a prison in Ukraine’s Zaporizhia region, killing 17 inmates and injuring 42, according to Ukraine’s Ministry of Justice. The airstrike hit Bilenke Prison with four bombs, causing heavy damage. Ukrainian officials condemned the attack as a violation of international law and labeled it a war crime. Zaporizhia is among the regions Russia […]
Severe floods triggered by heavy rains in Beijing, China, have killed 30 people and forced 80,000 to evacuate. Officials reported major infrastructure damage, with 136 villages left without power or road access. Helicopters are aiding rescue and supply efforts, while schools and tourism have been suspended. President Xi Jinping urged local authorities to brace for […]