Israel and Iran Exchange Strikes for First Time Since Ceasefire A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran broke down on Monday after both sides launched direct strikes for the first time since the truce in April. Iran fired missiles toward Israel late Sunday, and the attack quickly raised tension across the region. Israel then responded … Read more
China fireworks factory blast in Hunan kills 26, Xi Jinping orders probe A blast at a fireworks factory in China’s Hunan province killed 26 people and injured 61 others. The incident took place at Huasheng Fireworks Manufacturing and Display Co. in Liuyang, a major fireworks production hub under Changsha. It happened on Monday at around … Read more
White House: Suspect Targeted Trump Officials at Press Dinner Shooting The White House has said a suspect in the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner was aiming to target officials linked to Donald Trump. The incident took place during one of Washington’s most closely watched gatherings, drawing senior political figures, journalists and public personalities. … Read more