A tanker was struck near Oman, while another reported an explosion, as Iran warned the US against blockading the Strait of Hormuz. This comes amid reports of impending US strikes on Iran and rising energy prices, signaling an escalation of the conflict.
The EU adopted its 21st sanctions package against Russia, significantly diluted due to objections from member states like Greece, which secured a 12-month waiver for EU companies to transport Russian LNG. Other proposals, including military service entry bans and fish import phase-outs, were also scaled back.
The EU approved its 21st sanctions package against Russia, including a "watered-down" exemption allowing EU companies, notably Greek shippers like Dynagas, to continue transporting Russian LNG to third countries for 12 months after Greece lobbied against a full ban.
Ukraine launched over 400 drones at Moscow, hitting industrial sites and an oil depot, while Russia continued ballistic missile attacks on Ukrainian cities, causing multiple casualties. Cross-border strikes also led to deaths in Belgorod and on a cargo vessel near Odesa, as Ukraine's military commander Syrskyi faces potential dismissal.
Japan's defence ministry detected two Chinese missile destroyers and a supply ship with a Russian frigate near Okinotori Island. One Chinese destroyer later conducted an exercise within Japan’s claimed EEZ, notifying surrounding ships, raising concerns over maritime claims.
A British couple, found badly burned and semi-conscious in a Spanish ravine, were rescued amid deadly wildfires in Almería province. The fires have claimed 12 lives and burned over 6,000 hectares. The couple remains in intensive care.
Online retail giant Shein has received approval from China's CSRC to pursue an IPO in Hong Kong, planning to issue up to 341.6 million shares. Previous IPO attempts in New York and London were stalled due to regulatory scrutiny.
Democratic leaders are calling for Graham Platner, the party's nominee for Senate in Maine, to withdraw following media reports of a sexual assault accusation from nearly five years ago. The DSCC stated it will not invest in the race if he remains on the ballot.
Germany's Federal Prosecutor General has charged a Ukrainian national, identified as Sergey K., with involvement in the sabotage of the Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines. Prosecutors allege he and accomplices acted on behalf of Ukrainian state authorities, using a rented yacht to transport explosives.
South African authorities deployed police and military units in anticipation of anti-immigrant demonstrations organized by vigilante groups. The protests, targeting undocumented foreign nationals, have raised concerns about potential violence and harassment, echoing past unrest.
An Australian man, 46, was arrested at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport while attempting to flee Thailand. He is suspected of involvement in the murder of a 17-year-old Thai girl whose body was found in a suitcase in Pattaya.
A light aircraft crashed into the 109-storey CITIC Tower in Beijing, China, on Friday around 5:40 p.m. local time, shattering two glass panels and forcing the evacuation of the city's tallest skyscraper. Casualties and the cause remain unconfirmed by Chinese authorities.
The 82-meter Haiying Jiake, a 3,500-tonne research vessel funded by 37 Zhejiang fishermen, faces significant financial challenges due to a lack of contracts and an undeveloped private market for such vessels in China, with daily operating costs in the hundreds of thousands of yuan.
A leak from the website of Peter Thiel's secretive Dialog retreats has revealed a guest list including top US politicians, foreign officials, tech titans, and media figures. The invitation-only events, compared to the Bilderberg Group, aim to foster non-ideological conversation but raise concerns about elite opinion shaping.
China is diversifying its maritime claims east of Taiwan through military drills, coastguard patrols, and resource surveys, according to state-affiliated Yuyuan Tantian. This follows Japan and the Philippines' talks on economic zones, which Beijing condemned.
China is diversifying its maritime claims east of Taiwan through military drills, coastguard patrols, and resource surveys, according to state-affiliated Yuyuan Tantian. This follows Japan and the Philippines' talks on economic zones, which Beijing condemned.
British Transport Police are responding to reports of a collision involving two trains in the Bedford area, north of London. Emergency services, including an air ambulance, are on scene. Unverified footage suggests two East Midlands Railway trains may have collided.
British Transport Police are responding to a collision between two trains north of London in the Bedford area. Media reports indicate multiple injuries, with emergency services, including an air ambulance, on site. Services between London St Pancras and Leicester are affected.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar suspended contact with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas over reports she compared Israel's treatment of Palestinians to apartheid. The diplomatic row highlights divisions within the EU regarding its policy towards Israel, with some member states pushing for stronger action while others resist.
Jio Platforms, Reliance Industries' telecom unit, plans a massive IPO, potentially raising $4bn. The listing is seen as a key test for India's stock market appetite after recent volatility and could boost investor sentiment.
Jio Platforms, Reliance Industries' telecom unit, plans a potential $4bn IPO, one of India's largest share sales. The board approved a draft prospectus, with the listing seen as a test of investor appetite after market volatility. The IPO follows Jio's expansion into AI and digital infrastructure.
China's basketball leagues are set for major changes, including the return of promotion and relegation between the CBA and NBL starting after the 2026-27 season. The NBL will become the official second-tier league, with top NBL teams potentially joining the expanded CBA, aiming for a 22-team top league.
Vietnamese police rescued over 400 cats from a cat meat crime ring in Ho Chi Minh City, reuniting 40 with owners, but several dozen died due to harsh conditions. The operation highlights the large scale of Vietnam's cat meat trade.
Vietnamese police rescued over 400 cats from a cat meat crime ring in Ho Chi Minh City, reuniting 40 with owners, though several dozen died due to harsh conditions found.
