Hong Kong on highest alert as Typhoon Wipha hits with 118 km/h winds
Hong Kong issues highest storm warning as Typhoon Wipha brings 118 km/h winds, cancelling 500 flights and forcing hundreds into emergency shelters.
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Iran replaces air defense systems damaged in Israeli strikes
Iran has replaced air defense systems damaged in June Israeli strikes, according to military officials, as nuclear negotiations remain stalled following the conflict.
Erdogan’s major blunder: Uses EOKA photo instead of Turkish army
Turkish President Erdogan quickly deleted a social media post after mistakenly using a photo of EOKA members instead of Turkish soldiers during his Cyprus visit.
Trump may meet Xi Jinping in China this October before APEC summit
Trump may visit China or meet Xi Jinping during October’s APEC summit as the world’s largest economies seek to resolve their ongoing trade war.
Syria: Clashes displace over 128,000 people in escalating crisis
Intercommunal violence in southern Syria has forced over 128,000 people from their homes, with Druze-led clashes causing mass displacement in Sweida province.
Erdogan provokes from occupied Cyprus: “Cyprus has two states”
Erdogan makes provocative statements during Cyprus invasion anniversary visit, pushing for international recognition of two-state solution.
Vietnam: 38 dead as tourist boat capsizes in Ha Long Bay
Tourist boat tragedy in Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay leaves 38 dead as rescue operations continue amid severe weather conditions caused by approaching Typhoon Wipha.
The “sleeping prince” who passed quietly: 20 years of fighting for life
Saudi Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled, the “Sleeping Prince,” dies at 36 after 20 years in coma following 2005 London car accident. His story captivated the world.
Ahmad al-Sharaa: Syria’s president pledges minority protection after Sweida ceasefire
Syria’s transitional president Ahmad al-Sharaa pledges minority protection following deadly Sweida clashes that killed 940 people, as US-brokered ceasefire takes effect.
EU backs Syria-Israel ceasefire and calls for peaceful transition
European Union officially welcomes Syria-Israel ceasefire mediated by US, calls for peaceful transition and protection of all civilians without discrimination.
Vietnam tragedy: 27 killed in tourist boat capsizing in Halong Bay
Tourist boat capsizes in Vietnam’s Halong Bay during severe storm, killing 27 people including 8 children. Rescue operations continue searching for survivors.
Russia suspends operations at Moscow airports after drone interception
Russia suspends Moscow airport operations after intercepting two drones heading toward the capital, highlighting ongoing security concerns in the region.