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LEBANON – Israel launches air strikes on Lebanon targeting eastern and southern regions of Tyre and Baalbek. This was reported by local media in the early hours on Friday. The strikes hit Aaziyyeh and a valley between the towns of Majdal Zoun and Al-Jibbain in the Tyre region, while additional bombardments struck areas around Bodai … Read more
PALESTINE – The Hamas-linked prisoner exchange media office announced the release of 10 Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. The 10 Palestinian prisoners released from Israel were taken to Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah for medical check due to their deteriorated conditions. “Many of the released prisoners returned in deteriorated health conditions, with visible injuries … Read more
CANADA – Canada has expressed interest in partnering with the United States in the golden dome defense system. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed that the two neighbors are in high-level talks aimed at “strengthening North American security against potential threats.” Speaking after a two-day Cabinet retreat in Ottawa, Carney said that Canada was considering … Read more
ISRAEL – On Wednesday, Israel fired warning shots at foreign diplomatic delegation on their entrance to Jenin refugee camp in the occupied West Bank. The Israeli military, in a breach of diplomatic norms, opened fire as the delegation of 35 ambassadors, consuls, and diplomats approached the camp, which has been under siege since Jan. 21, … Read more
USA – 2 Israeli embassy employees shot dead on street as they exited the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington D.C. on Wednesday night. Suspect is in custody according to authorities. The victims, a man and woman, whose identities have not yet been made public, were shot at close range as they exited an event hosted … Read more
IRAN – A US intelligence report has revealed plans for possible Israeli attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities despite the ongoing US-Iran negotiations on the Iran’s nuclear program. While no final decision has been made by Israeli leaders, “intercepted Israeli communications and observations of Israeli military movements” suggest an imminent strike, CNN reported, citing multiple sources … Read more
AUSTRALIA – The Australia‘s New South Wales floods 2025 have broken record by reaching a flood level of 6.4 meters, surpassing previous 1929 record. This is as a result of the overflow of the Manning River in Taree in Mid North Coast region. Hundreds of people were rescued in Australia’s New South Wales (NSW) state … Read more
DR. CONGO – Former Congolese Prime Minister Augustin Matata Ponyo Mapon was on Tuesday sentenced to 10 years of hard labor for public funds embezzlement. Augustin Matata Ponyo’s co-defendants; Deogratias Mutombo Mwana Nyembo, a former central bank governor, and Christo Grobler, a South African businessman and the CEO of Africom Commodities – each got five-year … Read more
GAZA STRIP: PALESTINE – Below are updates on the current situation in Gaza today, outlining what’s happening in Gaza right now, the violations of human rights in Gaza Strip and the overall food crisis in Palestine. The Food Crisis in Palestine Israel has not allowed any humanitarian aid into Gaza for nearly 80 days, the … Read more
CHINA – The China bank interest rate per annum has been reduced to 3% from 3.1%, the first of its kind in 7 months on Tuesday. A five-year interest rate has been reduced to 3.5% from 3.6%. These cuts marked the first reduction in rates since the central bank’s 25-basis-point cut in October, as the … Read more
RWANDA – Rwanda is the host for the first International Security Conference on Africa (ISCA) that started on Monday in Kigali. In opening remarks, the hosting president, Paul Kagame, lauded the forum and encouraged the focus of African-led responses on African issues. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Kagame said that Africa’s future “cannot be outsourced” … Read more
UKRAINE – Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has assured the Ukrainian president that Australia military aid to Ukraine is on the way and will include Abrams tanks to help the Ukrainian army in pushing back the Russian military. In a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Rome on Sunday, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese … Read more
NIGERIA – Several Northern Nigeria bandit attacks in Katsina, Kebbi, and Benue states from Saturday through Sunday have killed at least 50 people, according to local authorities. While no group has claimed responsibility for the attacks, many believe they were carried out by bandits, who have been engaged in criminal activities in northern Nigeria since … Read more
FRANCE – A boat carrying migrants sinks in English Channel of France off coast of Pas-de-Calais, killing one migrant. French authorities rescued 61 migrants, who were among 62 trying to cross the English Channel when the boat sunk. BFMTV reported that at least 12 migrants had died while attempting to cross the English Channel since … Read more
ISRAEL – Israel is proposing a 60-day ceasefire in the Gaza war in exchange for all living Israeli hostages held by Hamas. This proposal was presented on Saturday in Qatar, since Israel estimates that there are 58 captives who’re still in Gaza, 20 of whom are believed to be alive. This was reported by Israeli … Read more
INDIA – A building fire in Hyderabad India has killed at least 17 people. Among the dead are 8 children and 5 women. The incident occurred in Hyderabad’s Charminar at around 6.30 a.m local time according to the local fire department. The cause of the fire hasn’t be confirmed yet but it’s believed to be … Read more
USA – A California fertility clinic bomb blast in Palm Springs on Saturday left one person dead and at least 5 injured according to local authorities. The bomb exploded outside the facility with the local Mayor stating that either the bomb was inside the car or near it. According to the FBI, it was “an … Read more
ROMANIA – As Romanians head to the polls for the second round of presidential elections, the Romanian presidential candidate George Simion was escorted out of a polling station in Mogosoaia after casting his vote. He is the leader of the nationalist party Alliance for the Unification of Romanians (AUR) and front-runner for the previously held … Read more
ISRAEL – Israeli army on Friday stated that it has launched a military operation named “Gideon Chariots” the first stage of the new Israeli offensive in Gaza Strip. The Security Cabinet on May 5 unanimously approved a new plan, Gideon’s Chariots, for Israel “to conquer Gaza” and hold the territory under its control. The army … Read more
CHAD – Former Prime Minister of Chad, Succes Masra has been abducted from home, according to his party, and taken to unknown location. He’s the leader of the opposition party. “Succes Masra was taken by military means from our residence today Friday, May 16, at 5.56 am (0456GMT),” the party Les Transformateurs (The Transformers) announced … Read more