Reuters
The US military struck targets in Iran that threatened shipping and US forces. Explosions were heard and air defense systems were active near the port of Bandar Abbas.
Norway will sign a defense agreement with France on nuclear deterrence. There are no plans to station nuclear weapons on the country's territory during peacetime.
The IDF has urged residents of southern Lebanon to evacuate north of the Zahrani River. An area of 2,000 square kilometers has been declared a combat zone.
The US Space Force and SpaceX will create the SDN Backbone network for $2. 29 billion. The system will provide instantaneous communication between sensors and weapons for missile defense.
The DPRK has tested AI-equipped missiles designed to strike targets at a distance of 100 km. The new weapons will be deployed near the border for modern warfare.
Germany and the Netherlands will provide a joint corps to protect Latvia and Estonia. The new structure will allow for the rapid deployment of up to 60 thousand troops.
Israel carried out 120 strikes on Lebanon; 10 people were killed in an attack on Burj al-Shemali. Netanyahu announced the expansion of the ground operation in the south.
SpaceX and the Pentagon are disputing the cost of Starlink for LUCAS drones in the war with Iran. The company is demanding $25,000 per terminal instead of five.
Iranian hackers stole 700 GB of data from the Los Angeles transportation system. Gambit Security researchers discovered a link between the attackers and Tehran.
Putin signed a decree on writing off up to 10 million rubles in debt for new contract soldiers. The benefit applies to those who sign a one-year contract starting from May 1.
North Korea launched a short-range ballistic missile and several projectiles from the Chongju area. The missile flew approximately 80 kilometers toward the sea.
In the Belgian town of Buggenhout, a collision occurred between a train and a school bus. As a result of the accident at a closed crossing, several people were killed.
Marco Rubio announced the continuation of negotiations with Iran regarding the nuclear deal and the opening of the strait. The US has launched new strikes against Iranian military targets.
The price of Brent rose to $97. 56 after US strikes on facilities in Iran. The market remains tense due to risks of further escalation of the conflict.
The US Department of Justice is asking the court to lift the ban on the construction of the Trump ballroom. This is explained by the need to strengthen security following the shooting.
The Pontiff acknowledged guilt for the legitimization of slavery and the ownership of slaves by church institutions. He called this legacy a wound in the memory of Christians.
In Kwara State, armed assailants kidnapped 25 people and killed three during two separate attacks. Police and military forces have launched a large-scale operation to locate the missing persons.
In the DR Congo, more than two dozen Ebola patients fled hospitals following attacks. The situation is complicating efforts to combat the virus outbreak in Ituri province.
80-year-old Lula da Silva is undergoing 15 sessions of radiotherapy for early-stage scalp cancer. The President continues his work without any restrictions.
Iran will open the Strait of Hormuz 30 days after an agreement with the US. During this period, Tehran will conduct mine clearance to ensure the safe passage of vessels.
The President of Latvia has tasked Andris Kulbergs with forming a government following the resignation of Evika Siliņa. The coalition collapsed due to disagreements over national security.
Fuel vessels are heading to China and Pakistan after being idled due to the war with Iran. Hundreds of ships and sailors remain blocked in the region.
A building collapsed during construction work in the city of Angeles, leaving three people dead. Rescuers are searching for another 17 people missing under the rubble.
China launched the Shenzhou-23 spacecraft with three astronauts to the Tiangong station. One of the crew members will spend an entire year in orbit for the first time in the country's history.
The Israeli Prime Minister told Trump of the right to strike threats in Lebanon. The US President supported this position during peace negotiations with Iran.
A Bahraini court has sentenced 9 individuals to life terms for cooperating with Iran's IRGC. The convicts collected data on classified facilities and conducted monetary transfers.
At a plant in California, efforts are being made to prevent the explosion of 26,500 liters of a toxic substance. Due to the threat, tens of thousands of local residents have been evacuated.
Pope Leo condemned companies for profits at the cost of environmental crimes in Italy. He met with the families of people who died of cancer due to pollution.
A study of 67,000 species showed that up to 16% of plants will lose their habitats. This will cause a global restructuring of ecosystems by the end of the century.
Zelenskyy called Friedrich Merz's proposal regarding Ukraine's EU membership without voting rights unfair. The President demands equal rights for the state.