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Hundreds of Ukrainian Drones Target Russian Energy and Defence Sites
Ukrainian drones struck oil refineries and defence-linked factories across Russia, including a facility 1,450 kilometres from the border. Russia said 592 drones were intercepted, while regional authorities reported two deaths and several injuries.
In a Bizarre Twist Delhi Court Allows Seven Foreign Nationals in NIA Case to Travel Home
A Delhi court has allowed one American and six Ukrainians investigated in an NIA terror case to visit their home countries for one month. The agency has kept its UAPA investigation open, but its first chargesheet contained only immigration offences.
Kim Says New Weapon Will Give North Korea’s Enemies an “Incurable Headache”
North Korea says a newly tested weapon will give its enemies an “incurable headache”, sharpening its warning to the United States and its Asian allies as missile development accelerates and diplomacy remains stalled.
Saudi Arabia Activates Defence-Pact Consultations Over Houthi Attacks
Saudi Arabia has activated consultations with Pakistan and Türkiye under their collective-defence pact after renewed Houthi missile and drone attacks. The three military chiefs will consider support for Riyadh, although no deployment of allied combat forces has been announced.
Four Republicans Defect, but Senate Fails to Restrict Trump’s Iran War
The US Senate has rejected a resolution ordering President Donald Trump to end unauthorised hostilities against Iran, voting it down 50–49. Four Republicans backed the measure, but Democratic Senator John Fetterman joined the opposition and another Democrat was absent.
US-Iran Talks Focus on Reopening Hormuz and Ending Blockade
US and Iranian negotiators are discussing a phased arrangement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and lift Washington’s blockade of Iranian ports. The proposal could begin with reciprocal steps, but mistrust, frozen assets and control of the waterway remain major obstacles.
Croatian Court Clears Extradition of Nord Stream Bombing Suspect to Germany
A Croatian court has approved the extradition of Ukrainian diver Volodymyr Zhuravlov to Germany over the 2022 Nord Stream explosions. German prosecutors accuse him of helping plant the explosives, but his lawyers deny the allegations and plan to appeal the ruling.
Why Japan Is Still Called an “Enemy State” in the UN Charter
Japan has renewed its demand to remove “enemy state” clauses from the UN Charter, arguing that language written after the Second World War no longer reflects its place in the international order. Deleting the provisions, however, would require the approval of every Security Council power.
Four Civilians Killed as Pakistan Expands Strikes Inside Afghanistan
Pakistan says it struck ten sites in Afghanistan after intercepting drones allegedly launched across the border. Kabul denies ordering the attack and says four civilians were killed, deepening a confrontation driven by militancy, disputed sovereignty and the Durand Line.
Taipei Fears Trump May Soften US Support to Secure China Deal
Taiwan fears Donald Trump could weaken US support for the island in return for economic concessions from China. A delayed $14 billion arms package and possible changes in Washington’s language on Taiwan have become central concerns as Trump meets Xi Jinping.
Eleven Killed in Mass Shooting Near Durban
Eleven people, including a woman believed to be pregnant, were killed when three gunmen opened fire at a house party near Durban. Police have launched a 72-hour manhunt and are examining whether a feud between rival groups led to the attack.
Russia and Saudi Arabia Push to Reopen Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb
Vladimir Putin and Mohammed bin Salman have called for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb. Disruptions at both waterways have restricted Saudi oil exports, raised shipping costs and intensified fears of a wider global energy crisis.