North Korea conducted a missile drill simulating a nuclear counterattack in response to US and allied military activities in the region. Leader Kim Jong-un oversaw the launch of Hwasongpho-11-Ka ballistic missiles and multiple rocket systems, stressing the need for constant nuclear readiness. The exercise tested the “Haekbangashoe” nuclear control system and concluded with claims […]
The Selimiye Mosque in Lefkoşa, Northern Cyprus, reopened for worship after major restoration work that began in 2019. The reopening ceremony, attended via live broadcast by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, coincided with the mass inauguration of 101 restored foundation works across Türkiye and abroad. Originally built in 1192 and later converted into a mosque […]
American Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected the 267th pope of the Catholic Church, becoming the first American to hold the position. Chosen in the third vote of the conclave in Vatican City, he took the name Pope Leo XIV. Addressing the crowd at St. Peter’s Square, he called for unity and compassion, saying, […]
Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said India will respond “very, very determinedly” to any military attacks, during the 20th India-Iran Joint Commission Meeting in New Delhi. Addressing Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Arakchi, Jaishankar stressed India’s response to recent attacks from Pakistan was “targeted and measured,” stating, “We have no intention of escalating tensions, but […]
Pakistan’s army announced the downing of 25 Indian UAVs and accused India of targeting military installations with Israeli-made Harop drones. India, for the first time, confirmed it had struck Pakistani military sites, including an air defense system in Lahore. Pakistani Information Minister Attaullah Tarar claimed Indian border posts in Kashmir were bombed, killing up to […]
Israeli warplanes launched 14 airstrikes on Lebanon’s southern Nabatiyeh region, targeting Hezbollah positions, according to Lebanese security sources. The Israeli army confirmed the strikes, stating they hit an underground facility near Beaufort Castle used by Hezbollah for rocket launches and defense operations. The IDF said the site was rendered unusable and claimed the activity there […]
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed their strategic partnership in Moscow, emphasizing that their cooperation serves both nations’ interests and is “not against anyone.” Xi, in Russia for Victory Day celebrations marking the Soviet defeat of Nazi Germany, stated that China and Russia are “ready to shape a multipolar world order […]
Black smoke rose once again from the Sistine Chapel chimney as the second round of voting to elect the 267th pope failed to produce a result. The 133 cardinal-electors from 71 countries remain divided in their choice to succeed Pope Francis, who died last month. Thousands gathered in St. Peter’s Square were briefly disappointed as […]
Ukraine reported that Russia attacked Sumy shortly after a unilateral ceasefire began, killing one and injuring two. Ukrainian military spokesman Viktor Trekhubov said Russian forces struck several areas in eastern Ukraine despite the truce. A woman died and her son was injured in Mykolaivka; a second strike in Vorozhba wounded another woman. The ceasefire, declared […]
The highlands of Sason district have turned red with blooming Muş 1071 Tulips, recently registered by Türkiye’s Agriculture Ministry. Nature lovers flocked to Sultan Yaylası at the foot of Mount Mereto, where red tulips sprouted among rocks near the historic Şertekke region. The flowers, offering a three-week visual feast, were praised for their striking […]