Indonesia ferry fire: 5 dead, 41 missing off Madura Island
A ferry fire off Indonesia’s Madura Island has left at least 5 dead and 41 missing, with 225 of the 271 people on board rescued so far.
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Trump cancels planned Iran strikes after Tehran’s request and Saudi pressure
Trump halts planned Iran strikes after a direct request from Tehran and Saudi Crown Prince’s urgent call for de-escalation amid fears of regional war.
Pedro Sánchez shares summer playlist amid Ceuta migrant crisis backlash
Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez sparked outrage after posting a summer playlist on Instagram while the Ceuta migrant crisis claimed dozens of lives.
Ceuta Crisis: “Don’t Come Here, People Are Dying” — Spain Deploys Barriers
Migrants crossing into Spain’s Ceuta enclave are urging others to turn back as at least 67 die and Spain deploys military forces and floating barriers.
Strait of Hormuz: GasLog LNG Tanker Attacked in Peter Livanos Fleet
A GasLog LNG tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the second incident targeting the Greek-owned fleet within days, raising fresh concerns.
US Congress bill blocks weapons sales to Turkey over human rights concerns
A new US Congress bill ties American arms sales and military aid to Turkey to verified human rights reforms, threatening sanctions and visa bans.
Bloomberg: Europe Is Burning — “I’ve Never Seen Fires This Big,” Says French Firefighter
Bloomberg warns Europe faces a wildfire crisis, as French firefighters battle unprecedented blazes and scientists link the surge to climate change.
Chaos in Ceuta: Mass migration crisis leaves 57 dead as clashes erupt
Violent clashes, store lootings, and at least 57 deaths as nearly 60,000 migrants cross from Morocco into Spain’s Ceuta in an unprecedented border crisis.
Trump threatens massive strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure
Trump threatens to hit Iran “very hard” as the US and Israel weigh massive strikes on energy infrastructure, while a tanker is attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump warns Democrats winning would turn US into “another Ceuta”
Trump warns that a Democratic election victory would turn the US into “another Ceuta,” pointing to Spain’s migration crisis as a cautionary tale for America.
Russia strikes Odessa port: fuel depot, refinery, and ship hit
Russia strikes Odessa port, hitting a fuel depot, refinery, and military supply ship. Moscow’s claims remain unverified by independent sources.
Baby smiles on ultrasound after hearing father’s voice — viral video from Canada
A baby in Canada appeared to smile on an ultrasound moments after hearing her father’s voice — and the heartwarming video went viral instantly.