Tech billionaire Elon Musk has confirmed that Starlink, his satellite-based internet service, has been activated in Iran following widespread government-imposed internet shutdowns.
Russia hits Kyiv with a massive overnight barrage, killing at least four and injuring about 30. Missiles and Shahed drones struck homes and a central mall as diplomacy stalls and cross-border attacks escalate.
FARC dissidents kidnap 34 soldiers in Colombia’s Guaviare after fierce clashes. Officials link the seizure to retaliation against raids on dissident leaders and a network led by Iván Mordisco.
The US tariffs on Indian goods doubled to 50% over New Delhi’s Russian oil purchases, escalating tensions. While key sectors like smartphones stay exempt, exporters report cancellations as India condemns the move and promises tax relief and self-reliance.
Trump Ukraine peace talks advanced Monday after White House meetings, with Donald Trump arranging a Putin–Zelensky sit-down within two weeks, Europe exploring security guarantees for Kyiv, and a follow-up trilateral including Trump under consideration.
South African influencer Cyan Boujee sparked backlash after promoting alleged overseas work offers linked to a Russian programme. The uproar highlights the danger of influencer fake job ads and urges young jobseekers to verify opportunities to avoid trafficking risks.
President Donald Trump’s deployment of armed National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., has ignited fierce debate, signaling a shift in federal policing power. As part of a crime crackdown, some units now carry firearms, while Trump eyes expanding deployments to Baltimore and
Israel will call up 60,000 reservists for a Gaza City offensive approved by Defence Minister Israel Katz. Troops are already operating around the city as evacuations south are prepared. Aid agencies warn of a severe humanitarian toll, while truce and hostage negotiations
Kremlin cools Putin-Zelensky peace talks as Trump urges direct meeting and warns Putin may not want a deal, while Europe pushes security guarantees for Ukraine.
ICE raids protests 2025 intensify from LA to DC. The White House mobilises the DC National Guard as arrests mount and organisers plan new actions. We explain what’s confirmed, the legal limits on deployments, and why some LA posts use “24 Hour