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Russian attacks on Ukraine killed at least five people and damaged a ship in port. Ukrainian attacks on Russia injure at least six people in Vologda region and annexed Crimea.
Sri Lanka seeks investors for the loss-making Mattala airport, which India has shown interest in operating through a joint venture. India has in the past expressed interest to operate the airport in Mattala, which has made headlines as the ‘world’s emptiest airport’, including through a joint venture with a Russian company.
A Swiss plane bound for Zurich aborted take-off at Delhi airport with 228 passengers and four infants on board. Six passengers are undergoing medical evaluation.
Americans worked 50 days in 2025 to fund war efforts. Contractors received twice the tax money as US troops. Contractors got twice the tax money that US troops did.
A shooting occurred at the White House correspondents’ dinner. Politicians and world leaders condemned the attack. US politicians from across the aisle, world leaders condemn the attack and express relief that Trump is safe.
Donald Trump was evacuated after gunshots at an event, his second close call after two assassination attempts during the 2024 campaign. This isn't the first time Trump has faced such a situation, as he had met with two assassination attempts during the 2024 campaign.
A Trump event was evacuated after gunshots at the same hotel where Ronald Reagan was shot 45 years ago. The entire room was ordered evacuated, and several hundred guests made their way into the Hilton lobby.
Shots were heard at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner at the Washington Hilton Hotel. The incident occurred after the welcoming speech. Shots were heard after the welcoming speech at the annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association being held at the Washington Hilton Hotel.
A bomb attack on the Pan-American Highway in southwest Colombia killed 14 people. The attack was carried out by suspected guerrillas, who have been active in the region over the past few days.
China launched the PRSC-EO3 satellite for Pakistan using a Long March-6 carrier rocket. The satellite successfully entered its planned orbit at 8:15 p. m. Beijing Time. The satellite named PRSC-EO3 was lifted off at 8:15 p.
Japan deployed 1,400 firefighters to battle wildfires in the north. The fires have been burning for five days, threatening a town still recovering from the 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
The Taliban Foreign Ministry has announced plans to expand international relations through sports diplomacy. The ministry sees sports as a way to build connections with other countries and promote cultural exchange.
Palestinians voted in local elections in Gaza for the first time in over 20 years. The elections did not include Israeli-annexed east Jerusalem.
Iran strikes damaged US bases, potentially costing billions to repair, including a damaged AWACS aircraft. A damaged US AWACS aircraft following an Iranian strike on a base in Saudi.
Iran's foreign minister said they have yet to see if the US is truly serious about diplomacy. The standoff between the US and Iran has choked off nearly all exports through the strait.
Donald Trump was evacuated from the White House Correspondents' Association dinner after gunshots were heard at the venue. Donald Trump was evacuated from an annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association after gunshots were heard at the venue.
Donald Trump was evacuated after gunshots were heard at his event. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu expressed shock at the assassination attempt on Trump.
Tensions between Iran and the US have escalated. The situation is being managed through blockades and diplomatic efforts. Iran and US: Blockades, Diplomacy, and Tensions Devdiscourse.
Tehran-Washington talks have stalled. Trump canceled a planned trip to Pakistan by his envoys, further complicating efforts to end the war with Iran. Trump calls off planned trip to Pakistan by his envoys, in the latest setback to efforts to end the war with Iran.
Alaudinov warned that NATO may target Russia after the Iran war. He made this statement in the context of rising tensions between Russia and NATO. Alaudinov Warns NATO May Target Russia After Iran War Военное дело.
Decentralised renewable energy systems provide a safe alternative to prevent disasters like Chornobyl. In war and peace, decentralised renewable energy systems provide a safe and resilient alternative.
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