Middle East

Islamic State Claims Solingen Knife Attack That Killed Three

25 Aug 2024 05:15 AM IST

The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for a knife attack in Solingen, Germany, on Saturday, which resulted in the deaths of three people and injuries to eight others, as reported by its Amaq news site. The attack occurred during a city festival on Friday night, where an assailant randomly stabbed

Zelenskyy Warns Russia: War Extends Beyond Ukraine’s Borders

25 Aug 2024 05:05 AM IST

In a speech commemorating Ukraine’s 33rd Independence Day, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy highlighted the unexpected consequences of Russia’s military campaign against Ukraine, noting that the conflict has now extended into Russian territory. Zelenskyy delivered his speech from Sumy, a region near the Russian border where Ukrainian forces recently crossed into Russia.

Pakistan: Karachi Residents Protest Against Water Supply Disruptions

24 Aug 2024 23:09 PM IST

Residents in Karachi staged a protest, blocking roads near Nasir Jump and burning tires to protest a 10-day water supply disruption, as reported by The Express Tribune. The demonstrators, frustrated by the prolonged water scarcity in Nasir Colony and nearby areas, expressed their anger over the shortage and rising water

President Zelensky On Ukrainian Independence Day: War Has Come Full Circle, ‘Returned’ To Russia

24 Aug 2024 19:37 PM IST

In his address, Zelensky emphasized that the war, initiated by Russia’s invasion in 2022 with the intent to obliterate Ukraine, has instead brought the conflict back to its origins. He declared, “What the enemy brought to our land has now returned to its home,” underscoring a reversal of fortunes.

Kamala Harris’s Great-Nieces Clarify Her Name Pronunciation: ‘Confusion Is Understandable, Disrespect Is Not’

24 Aug 2024 18:47 PM IST

Vice President Kamala Harris is campaigning for a second term as President of the United States, facing off against former President Donald Trump. As she garners significant support from friends and family, a recent viral video has drawn attention to the correct pronunciation of her name. In the video, actor

Russia, Ukraine Exchange 115 Prisoners Of War Through UAE Mediation

24 Aug 2024 17:59 PM IST

Russia and Ukraine exchanged 115 prisoners of war, facilitated by the UAE, marking the first swap since Ukraine’s Kursk attack. The released Russian soldiers are receiving treatment in Belarus, while Ukrainian President Zelenskyy welcomed the return of Ukrainian servicemen. This is the seventh swap mediated by the UAE during the

Four Prison Officers Killed In ISIS-Linked Hostage Crisis In Russia

24 Aug 2024 17:22 PM IST

Four Russian prison officers were killed after ISIS-affiliated inmates took them hostage at a maximum-security prison in Surovikino. Russian special forces neutralized the attackers, freeing the hostages. Graphic footage showed the aftermath, and the attack was linked to revenge for a previous ISIS-related incident in Moscow.

Zelenskyy Proposes India for 2nd Ukraine Peace Summit; Modi Offers Active Role in Peace Talks

24 Aug 2024 16:53 PM IST

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy proposed India as a potential host for the second Ukraine peace summit, highlighting it as one of the few Global South countries suitable for this role. On Friday, Zelenskyy shared this proposal with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The first Ukraine peace summit took place in

Will Sheikh Hasina Be Forced To Leave India After Passport Revocation?

24 Aug 2024 16:52 PM IST

According to sources, Hasina holds no other passport besides her now-revoked diplomatic one, as reported by The Daily Star newspaper. Under Indian visa policy, Bangladeshi citizens with diplomatic or official passports can enter India without a visa and stay for up to 45 days. With Hasina already in India for

Nearly 300,000 Bangladeshis Seek Refuge In Shelters Amid Severe Flooding

24 Aug 2024 16:46 PM IST

Flooding in Bangladesh has displaced nearly 300,000 people and killed at least 42 across Bangladesh and India. Triggered by intense monsoon rains, the floods have damaged infrastructure and disrupted access to affected areas. This disaster comes amid political upheaval and civil unrest in Bangladesh, with relief efforts underway.

US Announces New Military Aid To Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict

24 Aug 2024 16:05 PM IST

US announced a $125 million military aid package to Ukraine, including air defense munitions and anti-armor missiles. This follows a call between Presidents Biden and Zelenskyy. As Ukrainian forces engage inside Russia, the US maintains it provides weapons for defense, while also imposing new economic sanctions on Russia.

Global Leaders Blast Venezuela Court Election Ruling Amid Maduro’s Controversial Win

24 Aug 2024 15:19 PM IST

Ten Latin American countries and the US have condemned Venezuela’s Supreme Court ruling that confirmed Nicolás Maduro’s re-election, citing widespread allegations of electoral fraud. Calls for an independent audit and concerns over human rights abuses during Maduro’s post-election crackdown underscore the international skepticism surrounding the election results.