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Islamic State Claims Kabul Suicide Bombing in Retaliation for Bagram Prison Reactivation
A suicide bombing in Kabul on Monday claimed the lives of at least six people and injured thirteen others. The Islamic State's local affiliate, known as ISIS-K, has claimed responsibility for the attack, framing it as retaliation against the Taliban's recent reactivation of the notorious Bagram detention facility. A suicide bombing in Kabul on Monday claimed the lives of at least six people and injured thirteen others. The Islamic State's local affiliate, known as ISIS-K, has claimed responsibility for the attack, framing it as retaliation against the Taliban's recent reactivation of the notorious Bagram detention facility. -
Putin Receives Lavish Welcome in Mongolia Despite ICC Warrant for War Crimes
Russian President Vladimir Putin's state visit to Mongolia has stirred significant controversy, as the host nation has opted to overlook an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant for the Russian leader. The warrant, issued last year, accuses Putin of war crimes related to the deportation of Ukrainian children, placing Mongolia in a precarious position diplomatically and legally. Russian President Vladimir Putin's state visit to Mongolia has stirred significant controversy, as the host nation has opted to overlook an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant for the Russian leader. The warrant, issued last year, accuses Putin of war crimes related to the deportation of Ukrainian children, placing Mongolia in a precarious position diplomatically and legally. -
At Least 129 Killed in DR Congo’s Largest Prison Break Attempt at Kinshasa’s Makala Central Prison
At least 129 individuals have been reported dead following a mass escape attempt at the Makala Central Prison in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. The incident, which unfolded in the early hours of Monday, highlights the ongoing crisis within the country's overcrowded correctional facilities. At least 129 individuals have been reported dead following a mass escape attempt at the Makala Central Prison in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. The incident, which unfolded in the early hours of Monday, highlights the ongoing crisis within the country's overcrowded correctional facilities. -
Russian Ballistic Missiles Kill 41 in Poltava Strike, Zelensky Demands More Western Support
Russian ballistic missiles struck the central Ukrainian city of Poltava on Tuesday, killing at least 41 people and injuring more than 180, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. This attack, described as one of the deadliest single strikes of the war, targeted the Military Institute of Communications and a nearby medical facility. Russian ballistic missiles struck the central Ukrainian city of Poltava on Tuesday, killing at least 41 people and injuring more than 180, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. This attack, described as one of the deadliest single strikes of the war, targeted the Military Institute of Communications and a nearby medical facility. -
Netanyahu Condemns UK Suspension of 30 Arms Licenses to Israel as British Jews and Israeli Officials Slam Decision Amid Gaza Conflict
The United Kingdom has announced a partial suspension of arms export licenses to Israel. On Monday, Foreign Secretary David Lammy revealed that 30 out of 350 licenses would be suspended due to concerns that the arms could be used in serious violations of international humanitarian law (IHL) amid the ongoing Gaza conflict. The United Kingdom has announced a partial suspension of arms export licenses to Israel. On Monday, Foreign Secretary David Lammy revealed that 30 out of 350 licenses would be suspended due to concerns that the arms could be used in serious violations of international humanitarian law (IHL) amid the ongoing Gaza conflict. -
Netanyahu Rejects Pressure for Gaza Hostage Deal as Protests Intensify Over Dead Hostages
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has staunchly resisted mounting calls for a cease-fire agreement with Hamas. The pressure comes in the wake of a tragic discovery of six hostages' bodies, which were found in a Gaza tunnel over the weekend, intensifying calls from the Israeli public and government officials for a resolution to the prolonged conflict. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has staunchly resisted mounting calls for a cease-fire agreement with Hamas. The pressure comes in the wake of a tragic discovery of six hostages' bodies, which were found in a Gaza tunnel over the weekend, intensifying calls from the Israeli public and government officials for a resolution to the prolonged conflict. -
Venezuela Issues Arrest Warrant for Opposition Leader Edmundo González Amid Election Dispute
The Attorney General's office has issued an arrest warrant for opposition leader Edmundo González, amid fierce disputes over the results of the July presidential election. The warrant, announced by Attorney General Tarek Saab, accuses González of conspiracy, falsifying documents, and usurpation of powers, marking a significant intensification of the government's crackdown on dissent. The Attorney General's office has issued an arrest warrant for opposition leader Edmundo González, amid fierce disputes over the results of the July presidential election. The warrant, announced by Attorney General Tarek Saab, accuses González of conspiracy, falsifying documents, and usurpation of powers, marking a significant intensification of the government's crackdown on dissent. -
US Seizes Venezuela President Maduro’s $13 Million Jet to 'Enforce Sanctions' and 'Crack Down on Corruption'
The United States has taken control of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s $13 million Dassault Falcon 900EX in a high-profile sanctions enforcement action. The aircraft, illegally acquired through a shell company and smuggled out of Florida, was seized in the Dominican Republic and returned to Florida. This move underscores the US’s determination to enforce sanctions and target corruption linked to Maduro’s regime. The United States has taken control of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro’s $13 million Dassault Falcon 900EX in a high-profile sanctions enforcement action. The aircraft, illegally acquired through a shell company and smuggled out of Florida, was seized in the Dominican Republic and returned to Florida. This move underscores the US’s determination to enforce sanctions and target corruption linked to Maduro’s regime. -
Massive Russian Missile Barrage Hits Kyiv on School Return Day
A dramatic escalation in Russia's aerial assault on Ukraine unfolded early Monday as Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions were subjected to a relentless barrage of missiles and drones. The attack, which coincided with the first day of school for many Ukrainian children, resulted in significant damage, injuries, and disruptions across the capital. A dramatic escalation in Russia's aerial assault on Ukraine unfolded early Monday as Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions were subjected to a relentless barrage of missiles and drones. The attack, which coincided with the first day of school for many Ukrainian children, resulted in significant damage, injuries, and disruptions across the capital. -
Far-Right AfD Poised for Historic Win in German State Elections
For the first time since the end of World War II, a far-right party is set to secure a regional election victory in Germany, according to preliminary exit polls. The Alternative for Germany (AfD), founded in 2013, is projected to win a decisive victory in Thuringia, achieving around 33.5% of the vote, ahead of the Christian Democrats (CDU) with 24.5%. The party is also making significant strides in neighboring Saxony, where it is neck-and-neck with the CDU. For the first time since the end of World War II, a far-right party is set to secure a regional election victory in Germany, according to preliminary exit polls. The Alternative for Germany (AfD), founded in 2013, is projected to win a decisive victory in Thuringia, achieving around 33.5% of the vote, ahead of the Christian Democrats (CDU) with 24.5%. The party is also making significant strides in neighboring Saxony, where it is neck-and-neck with the CDU.