World Desk
Iran Denies Trump Claim of New Talks as US President Calls Off Strikes
Iran has rejected Donald Trump's assertion that new negotiations between the U.S. and Tehran would commence, even as the American leader called off planned military strikes.
Myanmar's detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi meets Red Cross official
Former Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi has met with an ICRC representative in her first publicized interaction with an outside official since the 2021 military coup.
Moscow restaurant bombing kills three and wounds 21
A homemade bomb detonated inside a central Moscow restaurant, leaving three people dead and at least 21 injured as authorities investigate the blast.
Moscow bombing: Woman suspect carried homemade bomb, stopped by guard
An explosion outside a central Moscow restaurant killed three people and injured 21 after a security guard intercepted a woman carrying a homemade bomb.
Tourist plane crash in Peru kills 13 near Nazca Lines
A Cessna Grand Caravan operated by Aerodiana crashed near Peru's Nazca Lines, killing all 13 people on board. Authorities are investigating the cause.
Nine killed in strikes on Kyiv, as Ukraine sinks Russian container ship
Russian missile and drone attacks on Kyiv killed at least nine people and injured over 30, while Ukrainian drones sank a Russian container ship in the Black Sea.
Nirmal Purja Confirmed Dead After Avalanche on Pakistan Peak
Renowned British-Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja was confirmed dead following an avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan's Karakoram range.
Nancy Guthrie Ransom Notes Released as Sheriff Says No One Is Ruled Out
Authorities have released two ransom notes demanding bitcoin in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, as the Pima County Sheriff emphasizes that the investigation remains wide open.
Trump announces Hamas disarmament agreement under Gaza peace plan
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a deal for the complete disarmament of Hamas under a Gaza peace plan, sparking mixed reactions and conflicting reports.
Nirmal Purja and nine climbers missing after Pakistan avalanche
Renowned Nepalese mountaineer Nirmal Purja and a nine-member international team are missing following an avalanche on Pakistan's Broad Peak. Rescue efforts are planned for Friday, depending on the weather.
US launches retaliatory strikes on Iran after base attack
The U.S. military launched a series of strikes on Iranian targets following an alleged missile attack on an American base in Jordan, escalating regional tensions.
Iran launches renewed missile attacks as US and Saudis strike Iraq militias
Iran's ballistic missile attacks on U.S. forces triggered a joint U.S.-Saudi military retaliation against Iran-backed militias in Iraq, escalating the regional conflict.
Russia charges Telegram founder Pavel Durov with aiding terrorism
Russia's Federal Security Service has charged Telegram founder Pavel Durov with facilitating terrorism and issued an international arrest warrant.
Seattle Food Festival Shooting Leaves Three Dead and Four Injured
Gunfire erupted near the Space Needle during the final hours of the Bite of Seattle food festival, killing three people and injuring four others.
India’s education minister resigns after youth protests over exam leaks
Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has stepped down following weeks of youth-led protests over major exam paper leaks that impacted millions of students.
US military strikes Iran for 13th night as oil prices top $100 per barrel
The U.S. launched strikes against military and commercial sites in Iran following Houthi attacks on two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. The escalation has pushed Brent crude oil prices above $100 per barrel for the first time since May.
Trump says US will destroy a bridge or power plant for each Iranian attack
President Trump has threatened to target Iranian bridges and power plants following attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The conflict has caused crude oil prices to exceed $93 per barrel and resulted in significant casualties.
French parliament approves social media ban for children under 15
French lawmakers approved a bill requiring social media companies to verify user ages and restrict access for minors. The measure aims to protect young people from the psychological risks of unregulated digital content.
US launches 10th night of strikes on Iran as tanker attacked in Hormuz
Military tensions have escalated as the US targets Iranian military infrastructure, prompting Tehran to strike tankers and U.S. bases in the region.
Trump vows Iran will pay for deaths of 17 US soldiers
Following recent U.S. casualties, President Donald Trump has pledged retribution against Iran as regional tensions intensify and ceasefire efforts stall.