Fire erupts at 26-story building in Kazakhstan’s capital
Fire spread over 180 square meters and 8 people evacuated from building in Astana, says Kazakh Emergency Situations Ministry
Cuba joins ICC case against Israel alleging Gaza genocide
Cuba said genocide, apartheid, forced displacement, and collective punishments have no place in today’s world
UN reports record displacement of 68.3 million people
UN reports a staggering number of internally displaced persons (IDPs) globally in 2023, with violence and disasters as key drivers.
Indian PM practices yoga in Kashmir, praises autonomy revocation
Announces preparations for elections to region’s dismantled assembly have begun
Egypt probes Hajj deaths as heatwave sweeps Mecca
Egypt forms a crisis unit to investigate the deaths, focusing on unregistered pilgrims most at risk.
Serbia, Montenegro urge residents to stay indoors amid heatwave
The Ministry of Labour and Employment instructed employers to schedule outdoor work to avoid heavy physical labor and direct sun exposure
Dutch police arrest suspect in shooting of Spanish politician
The suspect, a Frenchman of Tunisian descent with a criminal record, is the sixth person detained in connection with the attempted murder
Shipping industry demands action after Houthis sink second Vessel
The sinking of the Greek-owned Tutor coal carrier, struck by missiles and a remote-controlled boat laden with explosives, highlights the increasing sophistication and danger of Houthi tactics
Kim Jong Un and Putin forge new ties amid global scrutiny
Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin’s summit in Pyongyang, mark a pivotal moment in global diplomacy.
UN warns of severe humanitarian crisis in Haiti
Haiti’s surging gang violence has caused unprecedented displacement and severe hunger, as the UN migration agency warns of dire humanitarian consequences and limited access to basic services.
Afghan girl testifies to UN: ‘We are like slaves’
Laila described Afghan girls as “birds with broken wings,” still striving to “fly as high as they can” despite the severe restrictions imposed by the Taliban
Ukrainian forces allegedly behind drone attack on Russian oil tanks
According to Ukrainian claims, SBU-operated drones have successfully targeted Russian oil facilities in multiple regions over 20 times
Russian warships leave Cuba, stirring tensions
Fleet of Russian ships plus nuclear submarine arrived at Cuban port of Havana, remaining for 5 days
Turkish aid brings Eid joy to Ugandan families
To celebrate Eid al-Adha, Turkish charities are donating meat to families in Uganda.
Netanyahu dissolves Israeli war cabinet amid Gaza conflict
Public broadcaster KAN stated that far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir had strongly requested to join the Cabinet
80 nations back Ukraine peace roadmap at Swiss Summit
A summit in Switzerland concludes with a declaration by 80 nations, focusing on humanitarian issues and future talks.
Palestinians mourn as 40K pray at al-Aqsa Mosque on Eid al-Adha
Despite mourning the Gaza war’s victims and facing severe restrictions, 40,000 palestinians performed Eid al-Adha prayers at al-Aqsa Mosque.
American tourist found dead in Greece amid rising missing cases
The body of the 55-year-old man was discovered in the sea near Mathraki’s old port by another tourist who alerted authorities
Fourteen Jordanians die during Hajj in Saudi Arabia, some due to heat
The ministry clarified that at least six of the fatalities were attributed to heat-related causes
ISIS hostage-takers killed as Russian prison siege ends
No additional details were provided immediately following the incident at Detention Centre 1 in Rostov
Palestinian death toll nears 37,300 as Israel kills 30 more in Gaza
95 others also injured in last 24 hours, Health Ministry says
Haiti to replace national police chief amid gang crisis
The Haitian National Police (PNH) has been leading the fight against powerful gangs that have taken over most of the capital, Port-au-Prince
Niger halts oil exports to China amid standoff with Benin
Niger’s oil exports to China via Benin have come to a standstill as a border dispute between the West African neighbors escalates.
Hamas claims Israeli airstrike killed two hostages in Rafah
On June 8, Israel conducted a hostage rescue operation in central Gaza’s al-Nuseirat, freeing four hostages
