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Russia launched multiple waves of drones targeting Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, early on Monday morning. The drone assault, which lasted over five hours, was met with a robust response from Ukraine’s air defense units, who reported successfully intercepting the majority of the threats. According to the Ukrainian military, all drones aimed at Kyiv were either shot down or neutralized through electronic warfare, highlighting the effectiveness of the city’s defense mechanisms. Witnesses in Kyiv reported hearing numerous explosions, which sounded like air defense systems in action, as well as seeing objects being intercepted mid-air. Serhiy Popko, head of Kyiv’s military administration, confirmed…

Austria’s far-right Freedom Party (FPO) celebrated a landmark victory in the country’s parliamentary elections on Sunday, securing 29% of the vote—the party’s best result ever. However, despite this triumph, the FPO, led by the controversial Herbert Kickl, faces an uphill battle in forming a governing coalition, as leaders of other political parties in Austria immediately rejected the possibility of aligning with the far-right party. Kickl’s Freedom Party, which is Eurosceptic and has expressed a friendly stance toward Russia, finished around 2.5 percentage points ahead of Chancellor Karl Nehammer’s conservative People’s Party (OVP). While the FPO’s victory is a significant milestone…

The UK government has called for restraint and a ceasefire following two weeks of intense Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon, which have resulted in the death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, several key commanders, and approximately 1,000 Lebanese civilians. The violence has also forced over one million people to flee their homes, further destabilizing the region. Speaking on Monday, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed the UK’s unwavering support for Israel’s right to self-defense, but stressed the need for immediate de-escalation to prevent the situation from spiraling further. “Our very clear message now is, on all sides, for all…

In the aftermath of devastating Israeli airstrikes, Hezbollah has vowed to confront any Israeli ground invasion into Lebanon, according to the group’s deputy leader, Naim Qassem. His speech, delivered from an undisclosed location, marked his first public appearance since the death of the organization’s long-time leader Hassan Nasrallah. The strikes that killed Nasrallah last week have shaken Hezbollah, marking the most significant blow to the group since its founding by Iran in 1982. Despite this, Qassem declared Hezbollah’s preparedness to engage Israeli forces in a ground war if necessary. “We are ready if the Israelis decide to enter by land,”…

In a developing situation surrounding the H5N1 bird flu outbreak, four additional healthcare workers have reported respiratory symptoms following their exposure to a patient hospitalized with the virus. This information comes from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which is actively monitoring the situation. The healthcare worker with the most significant exposure provided care to the patient prior to the implementation of safety measures, such as mandatory mask-wearing. The other three workers, who experienced symptoms, were involved in lower-risk interactions after the hospital mandated precautions. As of now, none of the affected workers have been tested for…

In a delightful appearance on “The Graham Norton Show,” actress Demi Moore brought her pint-sized chihuahua, Pilaf, along to promote her new film “The Substance.” With her infectious charm and undeniable cuteness, Pilaf, affectionately referred to by Moore as her “special significant other,” quickly captured the hearts of the audience and fellow guests, including Lady Gaga and Colin Farrell. During the episode, Moore shared stories about Pilaf, who has become a social media sensation in her own right. The actress jokingly noted that her dog accompanies her everywhere, a fact that is hilariously confirmed by Pilaf’s Instagram bio. As they…

Russia’s Ministry of Defense announced on Sunday that its forces had successfully thwarted six new Ukrainian attempts to breach its western Kursk region. Supported by aircraft and artillery, Russian forces repelled the incursions near the village of Novy Put, located 79 kilometers (50 miles) west of Sudzha, a crucial crossing point for Russia’s natural gas exports to Europe through Ukraine. The defense ministry’s statement, shared on the Telegram messaging app, highlighted the ongoing strategic significance of the region. The Kursk region has become a focal point in the Russia-Ukraine war since Ukraine launched a significant cross-border offensive on August 6,…

On Sunday, pro-Palestinian demonstrators gathered outside the gates of RAF Akrotiri, a British military base in Cyprus, to protest the UK’s perceived support for Israel’s ongoing military actions in Gaza and Lebanon. Waving Palestinian and Cypriot flags, a couple of hundred protesters peacefully chanted “Out with the bases of death,” expressing their opposition to Britain’s involvement in the region’s conflicts. RAF Akrotiri, Britain’s largest military base in the Middle East, has been a focal point for opposition, given its strategic role in past airstrike operations. The protest followed Britain’s deployment of additional troops to Cyprus last week, a move intended…

By Qaiser Nawab As China celebrates the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, the world takes stock of the remarkable journey of a country that has transformed itself from one of the poorest nations into the world’s second-largest economy. This meteoric rise, marked by economic prowess, scientific advancements, and global influence, positions China as a key player in shaping the future of global development. China’s 75 years of transformation demonstrate not just the resilience of its people, but also the strategic vision that has turned the country into an economic powerhouse and a vital partner…

The Shanghai Stock Exchange is set to conduct tests on its auction and various trading platforms on Sunday, as reported by the state-run Securities Times. This decision comes in response to an unexplained delay in transactions that occurred on Friday, coinciding with a surge in stock prices following a series of government announcements aimed at stimulating the economy through monetary and fiscal measures. The delay affected trades at the benchmark Shanghai Composite Index, raising concerns among market participants about the reliability of the trading platform during a period of heightened activity. To address these issues, the upcoming test will allow…