Russia unleashed a large-scale assault on Ukraine early Saturday, killing one person, injuring at least 24 others, and leaving widespread damage to infrastructure and residential areas, according to Ukrainian officials. In the southeastern city of Zaporizhzhia, three children were among the injured, Regional Governor Ivan Fedorov confirmed. The attack also cut off power to about…
A major fire broke out at the Kuibyshev Oil Refinery in Samara Oblast, Russia, following a series of Ukrainian drone strikes that also targeted other facilities. According to Ukrainian military officials, drones struck both the Afipsky refinery in the Krasnodar region and the Kuibyshev refinery in Samara, sparking multiple explosions and setting parts of the…
Russian forces have targeted civilian infrastructure once again, this time striking an Intercity+ passenger train scheduled to run on the Kyiv–Kharkiv route, Ukrainian Railways confirmed on Wednesday. The attack caused damage to the high-speed Intercity+ fleet, with one train significantly affected. A fire broke out at the facility but was swiftly extinguished. Authorities emphasized that…
The United States has doubled tariffs on a wide range of imports from India to 50 percent, escalating trade tensions between Washington and New Delhi. The move, announced by President Donald Trump, comes as part of his pledge to penalize India for purchasing discounted Russian oil. The new duties took effect on Wednesday. The sharp…
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff confirmed on Tuesday that President Donald Trump will chair a high-level meeting on Gaza at the White House on Wednesday. The discussions are expected to focus on a comprehensive framework for the war-torn territory and potential strategies for long-term stability. “Yes, we’ve got a large meeting in the White House tomorrow,…
Pope Leo on Wednesday issued a powerful appeal to the international community, urging immediate action to end the nearly two-year conflict between Israel and Hamas. Speaking during his weekly audience at the Vatican, the pontiff called for a permanent ceasefire, the release of hostages held in Gaza, and the swift delivery of humanitarian aid to…
U.S. Vice President JD Vance has said Russia has made “significant concessions” toward a possible negotiated settlement in its war with Ukraine, raising cautious optimism about progress despite no clear indication that the conflict is close to ending. Speaking on NBC’s Meet the Press with Kristen Welker on Sunday, Vance explained that Russian President Vladimir…
Intense Israeli airstrikes struck the Jabalia al-Balad area in northern Gaza, triggering a massive fire that engulfed parts of the neighborhood. The strikes, which occurred amid escalating hostilities, have intensified concerns over civilian safety as rescue teams struggle to respond to the unfolding situation. Thick plumes of smoke could be seen rising over the densely…
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has dismissed speculation about an imminent summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, stating that “no meeting is planned” despite efforts from the United States to broker direct talks. Speaking in an interview with NBC’s Meet the Press with Kristen Welker on Friday, Lavrov said, “There…
The United Nations has officially declared a famine in Gaza, marking the first time such a designation has been made in the Middle East. According to UN officials, more than 500,000 people are facing “catastrophic” levels of hunger, with conditions expected to worsen in the coming weeks. “This is a famine: the Gaza famine,” said…
