Violence broke out in Buenos Aires as retirees, unions, and football fans protested President Javier Milei’s austerity policies and demanded higher pensions. Clashes with police left many injured near the Congress building. Lawmakers failed to pass bills supporting pension hikes, with 133 absent during the vote. While opposition figures called the situation “unacceptable,” Milei’s […]
Pink oleander trees have transformed the mountain slopes of Kozan’s Memili Neighborhood in Adana, Türkiye, into a colorful spectacle. Despite being known as the “flower of death” due to their toxicity, the blooming trees are attracting photographers and nature lovers. Local visitor Filiz Sakin said, “Although it’s called poisonous, oleander is also used in […]
Two Israeli Embassy employees were killed in an armed attack near the Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., at around 9:00 p.m. local time. The suspect, 30-year-old Elias Rodriguez from Chicago, was arrested at the scene after shouting “Free Palestine.” US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem condemned the attack and vowed justice, while the FBI launched […]
Israel has eased its blockade on Gaza, allowing 100 humanitarian aid trucks to enter the territory via the Kerem Shalom Crossing, according to COGAT. The trucks carried flour, baby food, and medical supplies, all inspected by Israeli authorities. However, the UN stated it has not received any of the aid and said Israeli officials have […]
During a White House meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, former US President Donald Trump described violence against white farmers in South Africa as “genocide” and showed video footage to support his claims. “If this is genocide, we need to take these people into our country,” Trump said, also referencing Elon Musk’s South […]
Andriy Portnov, former aide to ex-Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych, was shot dead in Madrid’s upscale Pozuelo de Alarcon district. Spanish authorities say unidentified gunmen opened fire as the 52-year-old was dropping off his children at school, striking him in the back and head before fleeing. Portnov, a former MP and lawyer, fled Ukraine with […]
The Organization of Turkic States adopted the 71-article Budapest Declaration at its informal summit in Hungary, attended by Türkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and other Turkic leaders. The declaration outlines steps for deeper cooperation in trade, infrastructure, security, and green energy, and highlights support for the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) and a two-state […]
Japanese Agriculture Minister Taku Eto has resigned after backlash over a comment claiming he “never had to buy rice” due to supporter gifts. Facing criticism amid rising rice prices, Eto admitted his remark was inappropriate and stepped down. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba appointed former Environment Minister Shinjiro Koizumi as his replacement, praising his experience […]
Iran executed Yasin Huseynzade, who killed one and injured two at the Azerbaijani Embassy in Tehran in 2023. The Iranian judiciary confirmed the execution took place early in the morning. The attack, which Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev called a “terrorist act,” triggered a diplomatic crisis. Baku withdrew embassy staff, and both countries expelled diplomats. […]
Russia claims 70 Ukrainian soldiers were killed in a missile strike on a military training center near Shostka, Sumy region. The Russian Defense Ministry said Iskander missiles destroyed an arms depot and military vehicles. Ukraine confirmed 6 dead and over 10 wounded, announcing the dismissal of the unit commander and launching an investigation. The attack […]