More than 100 people were detained in Los Angeles, USA, after protests against immigration raids by ICE turned violent. Demonstrators clashed with police and set vehicles on fire near the federal detention center downtown. Mayor Karen Bass blamed “marginal groups” for the violence, stating, “This has nothing to do with real immigrant rights protests.” […]
A shooting at a secondary school in Graz, Austria, left 10 people dead, including the attacker, and several others injured. Police launched an operation after gunfire was reported and confirmed that students and teachers were among the wounded. Graz Mayor Elke Kahr said the suspect died by suicide. Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker called it a […]
Russia carried out one of its largest attacks on Kiev since the war began, damaging seven districts and injuring four people. In Odessa, two people were killed and nine wounded after strikes hit homes and a maternity hospital. President Zelenskyy said Russia used 315 drones—250 of them Shahed UAVs—and seven missiles, including North Korean-made […]
Following sexual assault allegations in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, masked youths set four houses on fire and clashed with police. The unrest erupted after reports claimed the suspects were Romanian. Police urged residents to stay calm.
Lake Gökpınar in Sivas, known as the “evil eye bead of Anatolia,” captivates visitors with its turquoise waters and 20-meter visibility. Located near Gürün, this freshwater lake, part of Türkiye’s geological heritage, draws admiration year-round. Visitor Murat Kaya said, “It’s one of Türkiye’s rare gems. The color, depth, and nature are stunning.” Sancar Alp […]
Israel began deporting activists from the Madleen ship carrying aid to Gaza. Greta Thunberg, 22, was sent back to Sweden via France. One French citizen was deported, while five others who refused to sign deportation papers will appear before an Israeli judge. The group of 12 activists, including two Turks, is being held near […]
A convoy of nine buses carrying nearly 1,000 pro-Palestinian activists, including doctors, has departed Tunisia aiming to reach Gaza’s Rafah crossing. The organizers say it’s a symbolic act to protest Israel’s blockade, not an aid mission. The group will pass through Libya and Egypt, though Cairo has yet to grant passage.
President Trump deployed 2,700 federal troops to Los Angeles despite California’s objections. The state sued, calling it unconstitutional. Homeland Security claims the protests were pre-planned and linked to gangs. LA Mayor Bass condemned the federal actions, calling the city a “testing ground.” A federal judge blocked Trump’s use of an 18th-century law for mass […]
Russia and Ukraine carried out their first exchange of prisoners under 25 as part of a June 2 agreement in Istanbul. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said the swap also included wounded soldiers and would continue in stages. Russia confirmed its soldiers returned via Belarus and are receiving care. No official numbers were shared.
On the final day of the Eid al-Adha holiday, traffic came to a standstill at the Kocaeli crossing of the Northern Marmara Highway as thousands began returning to Istanbul. Congestion intensified due to occasional accidents and vehicle breakdowns. Gendarmerie and highway crews are working continuously to keep traffic flowing. Aerial footage showed long lines […]