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Russia launches âmassiveâ missile strike on Ukraine, hits Kyiv
Russia has carried out a **large-scale missile and drone barrage** across Ukraine, using at least one nuclearâcapable Kinzhal ballistic missile, with **Kyiv among the hardestâhit areas**. Ukrainian officials report around **40 facilities damaged in the capital**, including residential buildings and energy infrastructure, amid ongoing nationwide airâraid alerts.
Deadly Gaza war strikes continue amid humanitarian crisis
Israeli airstrikes in **Khan Yunis** have killed at least **four Palestinians** in a tent sheltering displaced people, with Israel saying it targeted a Hamas site. The incident underscores the continuing **civilian toll and displacement** in Gaza as fighting and bombardments persist despite mounting international concern.
U.S. operation in Venezuela topples Maduro and leaves dozens dead
Venezuela has confirmed that **around 80 people were killed**, including **23 military personnel**, during recent **U.S. airstrikes** across the country. The strikes were part of a broader U.S. operation in which **former President NicolĂĄs Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were captured and flown out of the country**, with Vice President Delcy RodrĂguez becoming acting president.
Lebanese army moves to disarm nonâstate armed groups including Hezbollah
The Lebanese military says it has **completed the first phase** of a plan to deploy across southern Lebanon and **disarm nonâstate groups such as Hezbollah**. The move is part of a wider effort to **assert state control over weapons** and reduce the risk of crossâborder escalation with Israel.
Japan halts safety review at Hamaoka nuclear plant over fabricated seismic data
Japanâs nuclear watchdog has **scrapped the safety screening** for two reactors at the **Hamaoka nuclear power plant** after discovering **fabricated seismic data** in documents submitted by the operator. The suspension raises **fresh safety and transparency concerns** about Japanâs nuclear industry more than a decade after the Fukushima disaster.
Australia orders royal commission into antisemitism after Bondi mass shooting
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a **royal commission into antisemitism** following a **deadly shooting at a Jewish holiday event at Bondi Beach**. The inquiry will examine the **scale, causes and institutional responses** to antisemitism in Australia, amid fears of rising hate crimes linked to global tensions.
EU revives push for free trade deal with South American bloc
The **European Union** is restarting negotiations on a longâdiscussed **free trade agreement** with five South American countries neighboring Venezuela. EU officials frame the talks as a way to **diversify supply chains**, deepen political ties and counter the influence of other powers in Latin America.
Canadaâs new Prime Minister Mark Carney to visit China as Ottawa seeks to diversify from U.S.
Canadian Prime Minister **Mark Carney** will visit **China** next week for talks with President **Xi Jinping**, as Canada pursues a policy of **reducing overâreliance on the United States**. The trip is expected to focus on **trade, investment and climate cooperation**, signaling a recalibration of Ottawaâs foreign and economic policy.
Lebanon disarmament moves come amid wider regional violence in Middle East
Alongside Lebanonâs steps against nonâstate groups, regional violence remains high, with **clashes in Aleppo between Syrian government forces and the SDF killing seven people**. In the **West Bank**, Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian and wounded another during a confrontation near Nablus, adding to tensions in the IsraeliâPalestinian conflict.
ADF insurgent attacks kill at least 15 in eastern DR Congo
In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, suspected **Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) militants** carried out **coordinated attacks on three villages in Lubero, North Kivu**, killing at least **15 people**. The attacks highlight the **persistent insecurity in eastern DRC**, despite ongoing military operations and regional diplomatic efforts.
Pakistan seizes two tons of explosives in major counterâterror operation
Pakistani counterâterrorism police have **seized about two tons of explosives** and arrested **three suspects** allegedly linked to the **Baloch Liberation Army**. Authorities say the materials were intended for **planned attacks**, and the operation is being presented as a significant success in Pakistanâs fight against domestic militancy.
Israel approves 4G mobile upgrade for Palestinian networks in West Bank
Israel has authorized Palestinian operators **Jawwal and Ooredoo** to begin rolling out **4G mobile services in the West Bank**, after they signed management contracts with Ericsson. The move could **improve connectivity and economic activity** for Palestinians, though it falls short of broader political demands regarding movement and access.