German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the Schengen area’s free movement must be protected but cannot be abused by migrant smugglers. After meeting Luxembourg Prime Minister Luc Frieden in Berlin, Merz stressed the need for stronger EU border protection and temporary checks due to rising illegal immigration. He denied reports that asylum seekers are being returned […]
Three people were killed and 35 injured after a Ukrainian UAV strike on a factory in Izhevsk, Russia, according to regional leader Aleksandr Brechalov. A Ukrainian security official told Reuters that the target was the Kupol facility, which manufactures drones and air defense systems. The strike, 1,300 km from Ukraine, reportedly caused a fire.
Extreme weather continues to impact Europe. In Italy, a 47-year-old construction worker died from heatstroke in Bologna, and a 70-year-old man was swept away by floodwaters in Bardonecchia. Outdoor work is now restricted during peak heat hours, and alerts are in place across 21 cities, including Rome, where temperatures exceeded 40°C. In France, red […]
Japan experienced its hottest June on record, with average temperatures reaching 24.7°C, 2.34°C above the historical norm, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. Coastal waters also hit record highs, rising 1.2°C above average since 1982. Experts linked the heat to persistent high-pressure systems and noted early seasonal shifts. Mount Fuji’s snow arrived late, and […]
Heavy rains triggered floods in Xianfeng, China, forcing 18,000 people to evacuate as homes and vehicles were submerged. Public transport and schools were shut down. In Henan Province, 3 people died and 5 remain missing. Last week, flooding in Guizhou’s Rongjiang district killed 6 people after record rainfall. Tens of thousands were displaced across affected […]
A massive forest fire in the Antakya district of Hatay, southern Türkiye, has raged for more than 24 hours. Fueled by strong winds, the flames spread from Karaali to Alahan. Emergency teams from 16 provinces are battling the blaze with 674 vehicles and nearly 2,000 personnel on land and by air. Local resident Merve […]
Thailand’s Constitutional Court suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra after a leaked phone call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen caused outrage. In the call, Shinawatra criticized a Thai military commander and appeared to defer to Hun Sen, sparking public backlash. Deputy Prime Minister Suriya Jungrungruangkit is now leading the country. Shinawatra has 15 days […]
A forest fire broke out in Dereköy, Manisa, western Türkiye. Firefighting teams, backed by planes and helicopters, are working to stop the flames from reaching homes. Strong winds and heat are making efforts difficult. Authorities urged residents to stay away. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order lifting most sanctions on Syria, White House Spokesperson Karoline Leavitt announced. The decision excludes penalties on the Assad regime, human rights violators, ISIS affiliates, and Iranian proxies. Leavitt said the move aims to promote peace and stability, adding, “The President is committed to engaging with the […]
A brown bear and its cubs searching for food in garbage bins in Uludağ, one of Türkiye’s top tourist spots, caused panic after becoming aggressive when noticed by citizens. The bear was recorded by bystanders who encountered it during a walk. In an apparent attempt to protect its cubs, the bear suddenly charged at the […]