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Russia launches large-scale overnight missile and drone barrage on Ukraine
Ukraine is under **heavy fire** after Russia conducted extensive overnight missile and drone strikes targeting multiple regions in one of the largest recent escalations of the war. The attacks damaged energy and civilian infrastructure and prompted renewed air-raid alerts across the country, intensifying international calls for additional air‑defense support to Kyiv.
Iran rocked by intensifying anti-government protests and nationwide internet shutdown
Iran is facing **heavy clashes and mass protests**, with authorities imposing severe internet and communications restrictions to curb organization and media coverage. Security forces have confronted demonstrators in multiple cities, while exiled opposition figures have publicly backed protesters and warned the government of growing international scrutiny.
US and allies carry out large-scale airstrikes on Islamic State targets in Syria
The United States and allied forces have launched **large-scale retaliatory strikes** against Islamic State positions in Syria in response to recent deadly attacks on Western forces. Footage and official statements indicate targeted strikes on militant infrastructure, signaling a significant escalation in counter‑ISIS operations in the region.
Venezuela crisis deepens as Maduro detained and US urges evacuations
Venezuelan president **Nicolás Maduro has been captured by US forces** during a major operation targeting his government, with vice president Delcy RodrĂguez named acting president. The United States has simultaneously advised its citizens to leave Venezuela amid heightened security concerns and political uncertainty following the operation.
Iran–US–Israel tensions spike amid threats of retaliation
Iran’s leadership has issued **sharp warnings** to the US military and Israel, threatening retaliation if American forces strike Iranian interests or allies. Israel remains on high alert as it monitors unrest in Iran and potential spillover scenarios, while Washington weighs its regional posture following recent operations in Syria and Venezuela.
Guerrero, Mexico hit by deadly 2026 earthquake
Mexico’s Guerrero region has suffered a **major earthquake** in early 2026, causing fatalities, injuries, and significant structural damage in affected areas. Emergency services and federal authorities have been deployed for rescue and relief operations, with aftershocks and infrastructure disruptions complicating the response.
Guerrero bus–truck collision in Mexico kills at least 11
A **collision between a bus and a truck** in Guerrero, Mexico has left at least eleven people dead and eleven others injured. Local authorities report that emergency responders transported survivors to nearby hospitals, and an investigation into the cause of the crash is under way.
Allied Democratic Forces attacks kill at least 15 in DR Congo
In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the **Allied Democratic Forces (ADF)** carried out coordinated attacks on three villages in Lubero, North Kivu, killing at least 15 people. The assaults underscore the persistent insecurity in eastern Congo, where ADF-linked violence has displaced thousands and strained local and UN peacekeeping efforts.
Gaza and West Bank see renewed deadly Israeli–Palestinian clashes
The **Gaza war and wider Israeli–Palestinian conflict** continue, with Israeli airstrikes in Khan Yunis killing several Palestinians, including children, as Israel says it is targeting Hamas positions. Separately, Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian and wounded another near Nablus in the West Bank after alleged stone‑throwing at vehicles.
Cambodia orders liquidation of Prince Bank after fraud indictment of its founder
Cambodia’s central bank has ordered the **liquidation of Prince Bank** and suspended its operations after founder Chen Zhi was indicted in the United States for large‑scale fraud and later extradited to China. The move highlights growing international scrutiny of scam centers and illicit finance networks operating in Southeast Asia.
Australia’s Victoria declares state of disaster amid destructive bushfires
Authorities in the Australian state of Victoria have declared a **state of disaster** as fast‑moving bushfires threaten towns and rural communities. Human remains have been discovered in fire‑affected areas, and emergency services are battling multiple blazes amid hot, dry and windy conditions.
EU advances Mercosur trade pact despite environmental backlash
The **European Union is moving forward** on the long‑stalled Mercosur trade agreement, overcoming some internal political resistance. Environmental groups and some member states continue to voice strong concerns over deforestation and climate impacts linked to expanded trade with major South American agricultural exporters.