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Deadly Shootout Near Cuba: Russia Warns Against Provocative Actions After US-Registered Speedboat Incident

The shootout at sea A Florida-registered speedboat and Cuban maritime forces crossed paths in Cuban territorial waters, and things escalated into a deadly exchange of gunfire. Officials reported that servicemembers approached the vessel, shots were fired from the boat, and return fire followed. Four people on the fast boat died and several others were hurt; […]

India and Israel Forge ‘Special Strategic Partnership’ during Modi’s High-Energy Visit

Summit vibes: short, intense, and oddly cheerful Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi dropped into Israel for a quick visit that felt more like a power-packed business trip than a holiday. Meetings were brisk, schedules were full, and the mood was upbeat — think less formal summit, more high-stakes brainstorming session with diplomatic coffee. Both sides […]

US Military Transport Plane Crashes Into Barrier During Philippines Training, Two Injured

US Military Plane Hits Barrier During Philippines Training; Two Treated Crash on a Bypass Road During a training run on a bypass road in Central Luzon, a U.S. transport plane that had landed earlier veered off course while attempting to take off and struck a concrete barrier. The scene looked a bit like a plane […]

Chaos and Courage: Americans Share Harrowing Tales from Mexico Amid Cartel Unrest

Americans recount chaos as Mexico unrest subsides after cartel boss death Chaos on the roads and a beachside escape Tourists found themselves in the middle of spontaneous blockades and burning vehicles that made the roads look like a low-budget action flick. A shuttle convoy ran into a bus blocking the road, then another burning car […]

South Korean Court Convicts Ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol of Insurrection, Sentences Him to Life

Court ruling and sentence A South Korean court on Thursday found former President Yoon Suk Yeol guilty of masterminding an insurrection after declaring martial law on Dec. 3, 2024, and sentenced him to life in prison. The convictions included abuse of authority and leading the attempt to impose emergency rule. Yoon has denied the charges, […]

Why the Vatican Declined to Join Trump’s Gaza Board of Peace and Urges UN Leadership

Vatican bows out — politelyThe Vatican announced it will not take part in the newly formed Board of Peace. Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin said the Holy See “will not participate in the Board of Peace because of its particular nature, which is evidently not that of other States,” noting there are some […]

Pastor Arrested in Bristol for Street Sermon: Legal Battle Over Religious Expression

Pastor Arrested in Bristol Over Street Sermon Faces Possible Charges Street Preaching, Arrest and the Aftermath A pastor preaching on a busy Bristol street was detained in November for several hours and later released under conditions that temporarily kept him away from parts of the city during the Christmas period. Those conditions were eventually lifted, […]

100 US Troops Arrive in Nigeria to Boost Regional Security Against Islamist Militants

U.S. Forces Touch Down: What’s Happening About 100 U.S. troops and some military gear arrived in Nigeria on Monday as part of a stepped-up security partnership. This initial group is the first wave of a larger deployment that will reach roughly 200 personnel, with more arrivals planned over time. The Nigerian government requested the assistance […]

Australia Hanukkah Terror Attack Suspect Makes First Court Appearance via Video Link

Australia Hanukkah terror attack suspect seen for first time in prison Short, silent court cameo At a Downing Centre Local Court hearing, the accused appeared on a screen from Goulburn Supermax. The whole thing lasted under ten minutes: he answered only when prompted and kept his responses short. A suppression order protecting some victim names […]

Iran Demands US Prove Commitment in Geneva Nuclear Talks: Sanctions at Stake

Iran lays down the rules: show the receipts Tehran is signaling it’s willing to wheel and deal — but only if Washington proves it’s serious. The message is basically: bring sanctions talks to the table, stop the lip service, and maybe we’ll stop sharpening the pencils. The Iranian side says it’s open to compromise, provided […]