Reuters

The Israeli military is on high alert and is assessing the situation after a massive attack shot down more than 99% of Iranian drones and missiles, considering further offensive and defensive actions.

Somali pirates have released the seized Bangladeshi cargo ship MV Abdullah after receiving a $5 million ransom from the ship's owners.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has begun a three-day visit to China to strengthen ties with its main trading partner amid Beijing's growing support for Moscow.

The UN Security Council will meet today to discuss Israel's call to condemn Iran's attacks and to declare the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps a terrorist organization.

Germany is urging its citizens to leave Iran because of the risk of arrest, interrogation, and prolonged detention amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel.

Four tankers carrying Russian oil and oil products are stuck at sea after the US imposed new sanctions on Iran, indicating increased cooperation between Moscow and Tehran, as well as Western efforts to cut off their revenues.

During his visit to China, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz will express concerns about China's support for Russia and Chinese overcapacity, while seeking to mitigate risks without separating from the Chinese economy.

The FBI is concerned about the possibility of a terrorist attack in the United States similar to the shooting at the Russian concert hall Crocus City Mall.

Japan and the United States signed agreements to strengthen security and military cooperation, including joint development of defense equipment, new military command and control systems, modernization of defense communications networks, cooperation in air defense, as well as the creation of a working group for fighter pilot training and joint development of a jet simulator.

Fitch has downgraded China's credit rating outlook to negative, citing risks to public finances as the economy faces challenges in transitioning to new growth models.

France plans to significantly cut public services, such as medical transportation and subsidies, to reduce its budget deficit of 5. 5% of GDP.

The United States has approved the possible sale of $138 million worth of Hawk air defense system maintenance kits to Ukraine to strengthen Ukraine's security as a partner country.

Turkey announces restrictions on exports of steel, iron, aluminum, and other products to Israel until a ceasefire is reached in Gaza.

Special Counsel Jack Smith urged the US Supreme Court to reject Trump's request for immunity from prosecution for attempts to cancel the 2020 elections, citing the principle that "no one is above the law.

A forest fire has broken out in Larissa, Greece, and 70 fires have been registered across the country, 57 have been localized and 13 are ongoing, the causes of which are being investigated.

Iraq is planning to repair the Kirkuk-Ceyhan oil pipeline to Turkey, which will allow it to export up to 350,000 barrels per day by the end of the month, which could cause tensions with the Kurdish authorities over control of oil revenues.

Iran opens a new consulate in Damascus to replace the one destroyed by an Israeli air strike that killed Iranian soldiers.

Canada unveiled a new defense strategy until 2030, increasing military spending to 1. 76% of GDP by 2030, but still falling short of NATO's 2% target.

The EU has temporarily agreed to duty-free trade for Ukraine until June 2025, but with the possibility of imposing restrictions on sensitive agricultural products such as poultry, eggs, sugar, oats, cereals, corn, and honey if imports exceed the average level from July 2021 to December 2023.

moscow has asked Kazakhstan to create a reserve of 100,000 tons of gasoline for delivery to Russia in case of a fuel shortage due to Ukrainian drone attacks on russian refineries.

A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-800 lost its engine cover during takeoff from Denver International Airport, hitting a flap, but returned and landed safely, none of the 135 passengers en route to Houston were injured.

According to exit polls, Poland's conservative Law and Justice (PiS) party won the local elections with 33. 7% of support, ahead of the Civic Coalition (KO) with 31.9%.

Russia's use of North Korean missiles in Ukraine gives North Korea a rare chance to test its weapons in combat and learn lessons to improve their effectiveness.

Tesla cancels plans to create an affordable electric car due to competition from Chinese electric cars, instead focusing on developing self-driving robotaxis.

British Foreign Secretary David Cameron will visit the United States next week to urge lawmakers to approve a $60 billion military and financial aid package for Ukraine that has been stalled in Congress for months.

Oil prices continued to rise for the second week in a row due to a decline in supply, geopolitical tensions, and expectations of increased demand as the economy recovers.

According to the German Ministry of Defense, Russia is likely responsible for persistent disruptions to global navigation satellite systems in the Baltic region, including electromagnetic interference originating in Kaliningrad.

The UN Human Rights Council has adopted a landmark resolution aimed at protecting the rights of intersex people, calling on states to combat discrimination and harmful practices against them and ensure their right to health.

New Zealand plans to strengthen cooperation with NATO, contribute to Ukraine's self-defense, and finalize a new partnership with NATO in the coming months.

The United States demands an immediate ceasefire from Israel and threatens to change its support policy if the humanitarian crisis in Gaza does not improve.