North Korea fired what appeared to be two ballistic missiles toward the Sea of Japan on Tuesday, Japanese officials confirmed. South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff reported detecting a “projectile” launched toward what Seoul refers to as the East Sea. Meanwhile, Japan’s coast guard, citing the defense ministry, confirmed that both missiles had landed outside…
France’s president, Emmanuel Macron, will meet the leaders of Denmark and Greenland in Paris on Wednesday for a working lunch, the presidential office confirmed on Tuesday. The discussions are set to focus on reaffirming European solidarity, as well as France’s support for Denmark and Greenland, their sovereignty, and territorial integrity. Officials said the meeting will…
The United States has reiterated its call for the ceasefire agreement in northeastern Syria to be maintained, emphasizing the need for stability and continued humanitarian access in the region. US envoy for Syria Tom Barrack said Washington remains committed to supporting efforts that prevent renewed fighting between Syrian government forces and the Syrian Democratic Forces….
The United States believes that the disarmament of Hamas militants in Gaza would be accompanied by some form of amnesty, according to a US official familiar with ongoing discussions. Speaking on condition of anonymity, the official said Washington is confident that Hamas will ultimately give up its weapons as part of a broader plan aimed…
A senior US immigration official is expected to leave Minneapolis, signaling a possible shift in the White House’s approach following the fatal shooting of a second US citizen by federal officers in the city. Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino, who played a central role in recent immigration operations in Minnesota, is departing Minneapolis as federal…
The Trump administration has softened its public stance following mounting backlash over the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis, as video footage of the incident continues to circulate widely and fuel public anger. Pretti, a 37-year-old intensive care nurse, was shot dead during an operation involving federal immigration authorities on Saturday…
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned Iraq against forming a government influenced by Iran as former prime minister Nouri al-Maliki is poised to return to power. Iraq’s largest Shiite parliamentary bloc has nominated al-Maliki, raising concerns in Washington about foreign influence over Baghdad. In a call with current Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani,…
Venezuela’s acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, has said she has had “enough” of Washington’s orders, as she navigates a delicate political transition following the capture of former president Nicolás Maduro. Speaking to oil workers in Puerto La Cruz, Rodríguez emphasized that Venezuela’s internal conflicts should be resolved by Venezuelans themselves, without foreign interference. “Let Venezuelan politics…
At least 18 people have died after a ferry carrying over 350 passengers and crew sank in the waters off the southern Philippines. Rescue teams have managed to save 317 people from the MV Trisha Kerstin 3, but authorities report that at least 24 passengers are still missing. The ferry, which carries both cargo and…
Australian authorities have issued widespread Australia heatwave warnings as millions of people marked Australia Day, with extreme temperatures gripping large parts of the country. The Bureau of Meteorology said temperatures are expected to peak on Tuesday, with readings reaching the high forties Celsius in southern states including Victoria and South Australia. On Sunday, South Australia…
