Indian seafarers' union questions US military's claim of warning before airstrike on MT Settebello, which killed three crew. Union leader argues vessel was drifting, not violating blockade, and strike on engine room was excessive.
A US airstrike in Jamaame, Somalia on November 15, 2025, killed at least 12 civilians, including eight children. The Guardian's investigation, using witness testimony and photographic evidence, details the devastating impact on families, with no official acknowledgment or accountability from the US military, which stated the strike targeted al-Shabaab.
Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon killed at least 15 people and injured 82 in the past 24 hours, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry. Total casualties since March 2 have reached 3,798 killed and 11,781 injured. A decrease in attack intensity followed US-Iran agreements, prompting some refugees to return south, though the Lebanese army advised caution.
Russia launched a new wave of overnight strikes on civilian targets across Ukraine, killing at least nine people and wounding dozens. The Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv, a Unesco World Heritage site, caught fire after being hit. The leader of the Orthodox Church in Ukraine denounced Putin as the 'Kremlin Antichrist' for the attack. Meanwhile, Donald Trump spoke with Putin, urging him to end the conflict.
Russia launched new overnight strikes on civilian targets in Ukraine, hitting the historic Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv and killing at least nine people across the country. The leader of the Orthodox Church in Ukraine denounced Putin as the "Kremlin Antichrist" after the attack on the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra complex.
New evidence reveals Queensland police failures prior to toddler Mason Lee's death 10 years ago. Donald Trump calls for restraint after Israel targets Beirut, with a US-Iran ceasefire deal shaky. Farmers battle a severe mouse plague across Australia's grain belt, and the Socceroos start their World Cup campaign with a win.
At least 27 people died and 67 were injured in Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon in the past day. The country's health ministry reported the overall death toll since March 2 has reached 3,783, with 11,1699 injured.
US President Donald Trump urged restraint from all sides after Israel launched fresh airstrikes on Beirut, killing three. Mediators are seeking to finalize a preliminary peace deal between Iran and the US to end a three-month war, but Iranian officials threatened retaliation.
US President Donald Trump urged restraint from all sides after Israel launched fresh airstrikes on Beirut, which killed three people. The strikes occurred as mediators sought to finalize a preliminary peace deal between Iran and the US, aiming to end a three-month war in the Middle East. Iranian officials threatened retaliation, while Israeli forces claimed to target Hezbollah commanders.
An Israeli airstrike in Beirut's southern suburbs killed three and injured six, targeting a Hezbollah command center. The attack, which Israel claims was in response to Hezbollah launching aerial targets, raises concerns about a US-Iran peace deal, with Iran vowing retaliation and questioning US commitment to diplomacy.
As Russia faces setbacks in Ukraine, analysts fear Vladimir Putin may escalate the conflict rather than capitulate. Potential reactions range from cyberattacks and sabotage to nuclear threats, as Ukraine gains ground and Russian influence campaigns expand.
The US military has killed Niño Guerrero, the leader of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, in an airstrike. President Trump announced the operation, which was coordinated with Venezuelan authorities. Guerrero Flores was a key figure in the gang's expansion and criminal activities across Latin America and beyond.
Russia's Defense Ministry announced that its Aerospace Forces struck temporary deployment points of Ukrainian brigades in the Kramatorsk region of the DPR using FAB-250-270, FAB-500, and FAB-3000 aerial bombs. The strikes targeted the 10th, 63rd, and 60th separate brigades, with hits confirmed by real-time monitoring.
The US military has killed Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, known as Niño Guerrero, the leader of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, in an airstrike. President Trump announced the operation, which he described as coordinated with Venezuelan authorities. The gang has expanded across Latin America and is involved in various criminal activities.
President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia spent eight years attempting to halt the conflict in Ukraine, alleging that Kyiv used the Minsk Agreements to rearm and prepare for military operations.
Israeli warplanes conducted airstrikes in southern Lebanon, including Nabatiyeh, Marjayoun, and Qlayaa, on Friday morning. The strikes follow days of escalating regional violence, including US-Iran exchanges, and have caused significant damage and displacement in Lebanese communities.
President Trump canceled planned airstrikes on Iran just hours after threatening escalation, including seizing oil facilities. He cited high-level discussions with Iran and international intermediaries for the reversal, while maintaining a blockade.
US President Donald Trump announced the cancellation of planned airstrikes against Iran, citing approval of a "final agreement" by Iran's supreme leadership. He indicated a signing ceremony would be announced soon and that maritime blockade against Iran would remain until the deal is finalized.
President Trump canceled planned airstrikes on Iran, citing progress in peace negotiations and agreement on 'final points.' This follows a period of escalating strikes and threats, with Iran calling the ceasefire 'meaningless' and the US citing self-defense. The conflict impacts global growth forecasts and energy prices.
Pakistan claims it conducted precision airstrikes in Afghanistan targeting the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), killing 26 militants. Kabul disputes this, reporting 13 civilian deaths in residential areas and summoning Pakistan's envoy. The strikes are a response to recent terror attacks in Pakistan.
Iran launched retaliatory strikes on US bases in Bahrain and Kuwait following US "self-defense strikes" in the Gulf region. The escalation has tested a fragile ceasefire, with oil prices rising amid concerns over the Strait of Hormuz.
The US launched airstrikes on multiple locations in Iran on the 10th in retaliation for the downing of a US military helicopter. Iran responded by deciding to fully blockade the Strait of Hormuz, warning that any vessel attempting to pass would be targeted.
Iran targeted US facilities in the Middle East, including Harir airbase in Iraq and US Fifth Fleet assets in Bahrain, using drones and shelling ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Attacks aimed at disabling radar and communications systems followed renewed US airstrikes.
The US military launched new self-defense strikes on Iran after President Trump warned of retaliation for "unwarranted and continued aggression." Iran's IRGC navy targeted two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting further US strikes on key facilities.
