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Hospital Bombing Kills 7 in South Sudan as Fears of Renewed Civil War Intensify
At least seven civilians were killed and 20 injured in a series of aerial attacks Saturday targeting a hospital and civilian market in Old Fangak, South Sudan, as tensions mount over the country's fragile peace agreement and fears rise of a return to civil war. Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) confirmed the attack on its hospital, calling it a "clear violation of international law." 
At least seven civilians were killed and 20 injured in a series of aerial attacks Saturday targeting a hospital and civilian market in Old Fangak, South Sudan, as tensions mount over the country's fragile peace agreement and fears rise of a return to civil war. Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) confirmed the attack on its hospital, calling it a "clear violation of international law." -
Australian PM Anthony Albanese Wins Re-Election as Labor Party Secures Majority, Dutton Loses Seat Amid Trump-Era Frictions
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has secured a second consecutive term after voters handed the center-left Labor Party a clear victory in Saturday's federal election, with early results showing a decisive swing away from the conservative opposition. National broadcasters ABC and Sky News projected Labor's return to majority government, while Liberal Party leader Peter Dutton conceded defeat and lost his Brisbane seat of Dickson, which he had held for 24 years. 
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has secured a second consecutive term after voters handed the center-left Labor Party a clear victory in Saturday's federal election, with early results showing a decisive swing away from the conservative opposition. National broadcasters ABC and Sky News projected Labor's return to majority government, while Liberal Party leader Peter Dutton conceded defeat and lost his Brisbane seat of Dickson, which he had held for 24 years. -
7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Alerts Across Southern Chile and Argentina
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coast of South America Friday, prompting tsunami warnings, mass evacuations, and emergency alerts in Chile and Argentina. The United States Geological Survey said the quake hit beneath the Drake Passage, roughly 219 kilometers south of Ushuaia, Argentina - the world's southernmost city. 
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coast of South America Friday, prompting tsunami warnings, mass evacuations, and emergency alerts in Chile and Argentina. The United States Geological Survey said the quake hit beneath the Drake Passage, roughly 219 kilometers south of Ushuaia, Argentina - the world's southernmost city. -
Satellite Images Reveal Major Expansion at China’s Naval Base to Support Carrier Fleet - Report
Satellite imagery captured this week shows China is significantly expanding its Yuchi Naval Base in Qingdao, a major facility that houses the country's first aircraft carrier, CNS Liaoning. The construction, which includes new piers capable of hosting large vessels, signals a deepening investment in strategic naval infrastructure amid Beijing's push to rival U.S. maritime dominance. 
Satellite imagery captured this week shows China is significantly expanding its Yuchi Naval Base in Qingdao, a major facility that houses the country's first aircraft carrier, CNS Liaoning. The construction, which includes new piers capable of hosting large vessels, signals a deepening investment in strategic naval infrastructure amid Beijing's push to rival U.S. maritime dominance. -
Israel Declares National Emergency as Wildfires Burn Near Jerusalem, 23 Injured
Israel declared a national emergency Thursday as wildfires swept through forested hills near Jerusalem, forcing evacuations, halting Independence Day celebrations, and drawing firefighting assistance from multiple European nations. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the declaration after fires ignited Wednesday along Route 1, the country's main artery linking Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, prompting authorities to close the highway and evacuate thousands. 
Israel declared a national emergency Thursday as wildfires swept through forested hills near Jerusalem, forcing evacuations, halting Independence Day celebrations, and drawing firefighting assistance from multiple European nations. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the declaration after fires ignited Wednesday along Route 1, the country's main artery linking Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, prompting authorities to close the highway and evacuate thousands. -
South Korea’s Acting President Han Resigns, Launches Presidential Bid Ahead of June 3 Election
South Korea's acting president Han Duck-soo resigned Thursday to pursue what he called a "heavier responsibility," confirming widespread expectations that he will launch a presidential campaign in the wake of President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment. 
South Korea's acting president Han Duck-soo resigned Thursday to pursue what he called a "heavier responsibility," confirming widespread expectations that he will launch a presidential campaign in the wake of President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment. -
South Korea Says 600 North Korean Troops Killed Fighting for Russia in Ukraine, Total Casualties Top 4,700
North Korea has lost approximately 600 soldiers while fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine, according to South Korea's National Intelligence Service, marking the first detailed casualty estimate since Pyongyang confirmed its involvement in the war. South Korean lawmakers briefed by the agency said total North Korean casualties, including the wounded, number around 4,700. 
North Korea has lost approximately 600 soldiers while fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine, according to South Korea's National Intelligence Service, marking the first detailed casualty estimate since Pyongyang confirmed its involvement in the war. South Korean lawmakers briefed by the agency said total North Korean casualties, including the wounded, number around 4,700. -
Who Is Viktoriia Roshchyna? Ukrainian Journalist Tortured, Organs Removed in Russian Captivity, Joint Investigation Finds
Ukrainian journalist Viktoriia Roshchyna was tortured and died in Russian captivity before her body was returned without vital organs, according to a joint media investigation published Tuesday. The report, released by Forbidden Stories and a coalition of international news organizations, alleges Roshchyna suffered severe abuse while detained in Russian-occupied southeastern Ukraine. 
Ukrainian journalist Viktoriia Roshchyna was tortured and died in Russian captivity before her body was returned without vital organs, according to a joint media investigation published Tuesday. The report, released by Forbidden Stories and a coalition of international news organizations, alleges Roshchyna suffered severe abuse while detained in Russian-occupied southeastern Ukraine. -
Pakistan Warns of Indian Military Strike in Next 24–36 Hours Following Kashmir Massacre
Pakistan's government said early Wednesday it had received "credible intelligence" indicating India intends to carry out a military strike within 24 to 36 hours, sharply escalating tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbors following a massacre in Indian-administered Kashmir that killed 26 people. 
Pakistan's government said early Wednesday it had received "credible intelligence" indicating India intends to carry out a military strike within 24 to 36 hours, sharply escalating tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbors following a massacre in Indian-administered Kashmir that killed 26 people. -
Pakistan Reportedly Shoots Down Indian Drone as Kashmir Tensions Flare After Deadly Attack
Pakistan said Monday that its military shot down an Indian drone that allegedly violated its airspace along the Line of Control (LoC), as tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors intensified following a deadly attack in Indian-administered Kashmir. 
Pakistan said Monday that its military shot down an Indian drone that allegedly violated its airspace along the Line of Control (LoC), as tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors intensified following a deadly attack in Indian-administered Kashmir.
