Putin warns South Korea: Sending killer weapons to Ukraine would be a ‘big mistake’
Russian president delivered the warning after Seoul announced it would consider arming Kyiv.
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The Russian Military Is Running Low on Recruits to Fight in Ukraine
The Russian military is facing a severe shortage of recruits as heavy fighting continues in Ukraine. To address this, Russia is recruiting mercenaries from central African countries like Rwanda, Burundi, Congo, and Uganda.
Russia inexplicably dropped another 3 bombs on its own territory, bringing its total reported self-bombings to 103 this year, opposition media says
Russia has previously admitted to accidentally deploying munitions on its own territories, particularly in Belgorod, a region bordering Ukraine.
Lebanon calls to boycott Pepsi saying new logo resembles Israeli flag
Soft drink company's new bottle cap designs spark outrage in the country with residents calling to send away company trucks reaching their areas
Biden bans U.S. sales of Kaspersky software over Russia ties
Moscow’s influence over the company was found to pose a significant risk, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said.
Ukraine moved to top of list to receive US air defense capabilities
US signals that it has expanded policy to allow Ukraine to counterstrike into Russia
Russia lashes out at French arms sales to Armenia
Russia has for the last few years been falling behind on delivering arms to its ally Armenia.
US says Ukraine can hit inside Russia ‘anywhere’ its forces attack across the border
US concerned Israel’s Iron Dome could be overwhelmed in war with Hezbollah, officials say
The US plans to halt some orders for Patriot missiles and give them to Ukraine instead: report
The US plans to halt existing orders for Patriot interceptor missiles and will send the weapons to Ukraine instead, the Financial Times reported.
L.A. ballerina goes on trial for treason in Russia after donating funds to Ukraine
Ksenia Karelina was born in Russia but had built a new life as an aesthetician at a Los Angeles spa.
Hundreds of Hajj pilgrims die as Mecca temperatures hit 120 Fahrenheit
IDF kills Hezbollah's commander of Lebanese southern district in strike
In the last few months, amid heightened attacks between Hezbollah and the IDF, Ibrahim promoted Hezbollah's consolidation in southern Lebanon while trying to improve the organization's ground combat.
Russian Ministers Ejected from Conference Room After Diplomatic Faux Pas in Pyongyang
A live broadcast on North Korean state TV saw seven members of Putin’s delegation thrown out for unknowingly breaking protocol by entering before the “Supreme Leader.”
Only 50 hostages still alive in Gaza, US officials say - Wall Street Journal
US officials estimate only 50 out of 120 hostages held by Hamas in Gaza are still alive, amid ongoing rescue and negotiation efforts.
South Korea blasts Russia-North Korea deal, says it will consider supplying arms to Ukraine
South Korea said Thursday that it would consider sending arms to Ukraine, a major policy change suggested after Russia and North Korea rattled the region and beyond by signing a pact to come to each other’s defense in the event of war. The comments from a senior presidential official came hours after North Korea’s state media released the details of the agreement, which observers said could mark the strongest connection between Moscow and Pyongyang since the end of the Cold War.
‘It is all lining up’: Plan for Ukraine to finally start using F-16 jets this summer
After delays in delivery and training pilots and ground staff, Netherlands says Ukraine should get first planes in summer
Belarusian president blames Jews for his government's corruption, says he's 'not antisemitic'
Alexander Lukashenko, in statement broadcast on state television, says Jews have 'special, privileged role' and 'steal and do not think about their future'; Foreign MInistry: President's comments are 'outrageous and sound like definite antisemitic comments'
Groundwater Depletion Maps Reveal Depths of “Extreme” and “Exceptional” Mexican Drought
Mexico's severe drought since 2023 has led to critical water shortages, especially in Mexico City, with drastically lowered reservoir and groundwater levels, though seasonal rains may offer some relief. Beginning in the summer of 2023, one of the most severe droughts that Mexico has faced in more