Ukraine’s drone strikes on Russian e-commerce giant Wildberries are inflicting billions in losses, exposing vulnerabilities in Putin’s elite, and disrupting supply chains critical for war efforts and sanctions evasion.
Controversy erupts as US offers free speech grants to the UK, with one MP calling it “MAGA money meddling” amid warnings of a UK “free fall” on free speech rights.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have signed a defense pact with a mutual defense clause, raising questions about a potential challenge to U.S.-backed regional alliances and strategies.
Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Russia’s key Black Sea port of Novorossiysk, dubbed the fleet’s ‘last major stronghold,’ while President Putin, overseeing Pacific naval drills, warned of seizing European vessels in retaliation for potential seizures of Russian ships.
North Korea launches a second ballistic missile in a week, escalating tensions as US-South Korea prepare for military drills.
A massive 7.4 magnitude earthquake has devastated Colombia, leaving over 3,000 missing and 179 dead, with the US pledging $15.5 million in relief.
Israel’s UN Ambassador labels Gaza starvation claims a ‘blood libel’ following new data showing drastically reduced child malnutrition, citing U.N. survey results that contradict earlier accusations fueled by Hamas reports.
Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez criticizes EU leaders, including Italy’s Meloni, for ‘selfish’ border control reactions following a massive migrant surge into Ceuta, demanding an emergency EU meeting.
President Trump leverages economic pressure on Iran, but the regime’s internal corruption and spending priorities are increasingly seen as the primary drivers of its economic crisis, exacerbating the impact of U.S. sanctions.
State Department raises travel warning for Ceuta, Spain, to Level 3 due to a massive migrant surge that has led to military deployment and security concerns.
