CIA Disputes Kremlin Claim on Putin-Linked Drone Target
U.S. intelligence officials confirmed on Wednesday that the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) does not believe Ukraine attempted to hit a residence linked to Russian President Vladimir Putin during a recently…
Iran Pezeshkian Calls for Unity Amid Deadly Economic Protests
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian delivered a strong message of solidarity on Wednesday, urging citizens to stand united as the country grapples with mounting economic strain and expanding street protests. His…
Gaza Palestinians Fear Damage From Israel NGO Ban
Israel is set to withdraw licences from 37 international NGOs delivering medical, food, and shelter support in Gaza, starting this Thursday. The policy has sparked strong reactions from displaced Palestinian…
Minister: Indonesia New Criminal Code Needs Public Monitoring
Indonesia revised criminal code, set to take effect on January 2, 2025, is being framed by the government as a major modernization of national law. However, a senior minister has…
Sydney Welcomes New Year as Authorities Boost Security After Bondi Attack
A large-scale police deployment is underway in Sydney as residents and tourists gather to mark New Year’s Eve, creating a scene rarely witnessed in Australia. NSW Police confirmed that over…
Khaleda Zia Laid to Rest as Thousands Turn Out in Bangladesh
Bangladesh entered a period of national mourning this week as enormous crowds gathered in Dhaka to pay their final respects to former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia. Supporters traveled from distant…
Turkiye Arrests 125 Suspected ISIL Members in New Operations
The Turkiye government on Wednesday confirmed the detention of 125 individuals suspected of links to ISIL (ISIS) following synchronized security operations across much of the country. Officials said the raids…
Trump Presses Hamas to Disarm, Warns Iran Over Possible US Action
U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday delivered renewed warnings toward Iran and reiterated calls for Hamas to disarm, following a high-profile meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at Trump’s…
Ukraine War Losses Surge as US Drives Peace Diplomacy
Russian battlefield casualties in Ukraine have increased at their fastest pace in 2025, according to an open-source fatality analysis compiled by BBC News Russian alongside independent monitors. The rise comes…
Saudi Arabia Questions UAE Role in Yemen Port Clash
Saudi Arabia on Tuesday issued one of its strongest public criticisms yet of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), signaling a rare diplomatic rupture between the Gulf allies. The remarks followed…