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New images reveal a fire at a Russian oil facility following Ukrainian strikes, coinciding with the 'Russian Davos' economic forum, highlighting the ongoing conflict's impact on energy infrastructure.
A US official's claim that New Zealand is 'freeloading' on security is putting pressure on Wellington to reassess its foreign policy and defense contributions.
MI5 has issued a rare warning as part of a Five Eyes bulletin, stating that Chinese military intelligence is using fake LinkedIn job ads to recruit UK government and military personnel with security clearances, in a concerning new espionage operation.
Russian oil exports to Hungary and Slovakia via the Druzhba pipeline have resumed normal levels after a months-long outage that had strained relations between Ukraine and the Central European nations.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un announced that the country has finalized a plan to exponentially increase its nuclear forces, according to state media KCNA, signaling a major escalation in nuclear ambitions and a direct challenge to international non-proliferation efforts.
South Africa's top law enforcement body issued a strong rebuke against those inciting xenophobic violence, though critics say arrests and a shift in government narrative are needed.
ICE officers arrested several convicted criminal illegal immigrants, including individuals convicted of sexual assault, aggravated assault, and drug trafficking.
Canadian stock markets fell sharply after the US-Iran nuclear deal was delayed, with fresh escalation in the Middle East adding to investor uncertainty.
In a major political development, 58 legislators from the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in India have split from the party, backing an expelled leader as Leader of the Opposition.
A Republican candidate focused on Middle East peace is challenging a California Democrat's redistricting plan, potentially affecting the balance of power in the US House.
Governor Josh Stein signed an executive order aimed at supporting military communities in North Carolina, focusing on economic development and quality of life for service members.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited a nuclear facility to inspect weapons-grade material output, reinforcing the regime's commitment to its nuclear program amid heightened international tensions.
