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Hong Kong Court Sentences Jimmy Lai to 20 Years
A Hong Kong court jailed pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai for 20 years on Monday after conviction on national security offences last December. This marks the harshest penalty under China's national security law, aimed at city stability. Lai, a British citizen, criticized Beijing via his Apple Daily newspaper.
Portugal Elects Socialist President António José Seguro
Centre-left Socialist Party's António José Seguro won a landslide victory with nearly 67% in the presidential runoff, defeating far-right rival André Ventura. The win secures a five-year term amid Storm Marta's disruptions.
Iran Sentences Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi to Prison
An Iranian court sentenced Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi to six years in prison for gathering and collusion, plus a two-year travel ban. Reports vary slightly on term length, but confirm additional imprisonment.
Trump Criticizes US Olympian Hunter Hess
President Trump posted on Truth Social calling US Olympic skier Hunter Hess a 'loser' for not representing his country at the Winter Olympics. He suggested Hess shouldn't be on the team.
Trump Refuses Apology for Racist Obama Post
Trump declined to apologize for a deleted post showing Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, blaming a staffer amid backlash and election conspiracy claims.
Russian Drone Strike Kills 15 in Ukraine's Dnipro
A Russian drone hit a minibus carrying mineworkers in Dnipro, Ukraine, killing at least 15 and injuring seven others.
Nigeria Kills Senior Boko Haram Commander
Nigerian forces killed Boko Haram deputy leader Abu Khalid and ten fighters in a Borno State raid.
Storm Marta Causes Floods and Death in Portugal, Spain
Storm Marta battered Iberia, killing an emergency worker in Portugal's central district and causing widespread flooding in Spain's Andalusia. Heavy rain persists in Andalusia and Balearic Islands.
Suspect in Russian General Shooting Arrested in Dubai
A 65-year-old man accused of shooting and injuring Lt. Gen. Vladimir Alekseyev was detained in Dubai and sent to Moscow.
RSF Bombing Kills 22 at Sudan Military Hospital
Rapid Support Forces bombed a military hospital in South Kordofan, Sudan, killing 22 and injuring eight.
IRGC Seizes Oil Tankers in Persian Gulf
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Navy seized two foreign oil tankers for alleged fuel smuggling, detaining 15 crew members.
Netanyahu to Meet Trump on Iran Talks
Israeli PM Netanyahu will meet President Trump in Washington Wednesday to discuss Iran negotiations.