As the snow melts in Muş, eastern Türkiye, crocuses have begun to bloom across the Muş Plain, signaling the arrival of spring. The colorful flowers created a striking contrast against the remaining snow, especially near Donatım village. The natural scenery attracted photographers and visitors to the area. Locals described the landscape as both peaceful […]
The Grand Mosque and the Kaaba in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, are witnessing the largest Ramadan Umrah pilgrimage in history. More than 11 million Muslims have visited the Kaaba so far this Ramadan, with the courtyard around the shrine filled to capacity, according to officials. Saudi authorities said the surge follows the quota system applied […]
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, launched on February 24, 2022, has entered its fifth year, becoming Europe’s largest conflict since World War II. Despite limited front-line changes, millions have been displaced and hundreds of thousands of soldiers killed or wounded, according to Western estimates. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia failed to achieve its goals, […]
Seven people were found dead after an ambulance aircraft crashed in Ranchi, Jharkhand state, eastern India, authorities said. India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation confirmed that two of the victims were crew members. The plane had requested a route change at 19:11 local time due to bad weather before losing contact and disappearing from […]
Mexico has sent 2,500 additional troops to Jalisco state following deadly violence triggered by the killing of CJNG leader Nemesio Oseguera, bringing total deployments to about 9,500, Defense Minister Ricardo Trevilla said. Oseguera was killed in a military operation in Tapalpa, after which cartel members launched attacks across multiple states, setting fires and blocking […]
A military training helicopter crashed into a fruit and vegetable market in Dorcheh, Isfahan province, Iran, killing four people. Authorities said the pilot, co-pilot and two market vendors died in the incident. The crash occurred at 09:09 local time and triggered a fire, which was later brought under control. Officials said the accident was caused […]
A wildfire in Miryang, South Gyeongsang province, South Korea, burned 143 hectares—about 200 football fields—before being brought under control after 20 hours. The Korea Forest Service said more than 50 helicopters and 1,500 personnel were deployed to fight the blaze. No casualties were reported, but 156 residents were evacuated as a precaution. Authorities issued […]
The US military said it targeted a boat suspected of drug trafficking in the Caribbean Sea, killing three men described as “narco-terrorists.” US Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) said the strike was carried out under Operation Southern Spear. SOUTHCOM stated that intelligence indicated the vessel was operating along a known drug route and linked to a group […]
A powerful snowstorm swept across the northeastern United States, affecting states including New York, New Jersey and Massachusetts, and forcing the cancellation of more than 10,000 flights. Snowfall reached up to 75 centimeters in some areas, leaving hundreds of thousands without power. A state of emergency was declared in New York, where authorities urged […]
Muslims in Bogotá, Colombia, are gathering for iftar meals at the Estambul Mosque in the Palermo neighborhood during Ramadan. The mosque serves as both a place of worship and a community center, especially on Fridays. Families come together in the courtyard for evening meals, blending Colombian flavors into traditional Ramadan dishes. Colombia is home […]