Author: Andrew Rogers

Israel’s recent push deep into the center of Gaza City marks a decisive moment in its long conflict with Hamas. The move came after weeks of warnings, appeals, and international pressure aimed at forcing the militant group to surrender. Tanks and troops entered the heart of the city as diplomatic efforts continued abroad. The United States sent its secretary of state to Qatar, hoping to persuade Hamas to lay down arms in exchange for avoiding further destruction of Gaza’s largest urban center. Gaza City once held a pre-war population of around one million people. Since Israel announced its assault early…

The United States has warned that it may destroy the Russian economy if Moscow does not change its course in Ukraine. After failing to defeat Russia militarily through Ukraine, Washington is now focusing on economic pressure. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called for joint action with Europe to target Russia’s financial stability. Russia carried out its largest airstrike in Ukraine since the start of the war. On Saturday night, Vladimir Putin’s forces targeted the heart of the Ukrainian government. Cruise missiles struck the Cabinet of Ministers building in Kyiv, which houses offices of the Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister,…

Venezuela has strengthened its military presence along the Colombian border and the Caribbean coast. About 25,000 troops are now stationed in key positions, ready to defend the country if any foreign power threatens its sovereignty. President Nicolás Maduro said these forces are fully prepared for armed combat to protect the homeland. He emphasized that the deployment is primarily for security and peace but added that the troops are ready for defensive action if needed. The troop deployment comes amid rising tensions with the United States. Reports indicate that the Trump administration has increased military activity in the Caribbean and Latin…

Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s Prime Minister, has reportedly stepped back from plans to annex parts of the West Bank after facing intense pressure from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and other Arab nations. Officials say the decision comes as Israel seeks to avoid diplomatic fallout and maintain fragile regional relationships. According to sources cited by media outlets, Netanyahu has removed West Bank annexation from the government’s agenda to prevent losing recognition from Abu Dhabi. The move is seen as a strategic retreat to protect Israel’s broader diplomatic goals in the Middle East. Government insiders revealed that Netanyahu made the decision just…

Nepal’s recent decision to block 26 social media platforms, including Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram, has ignited widespread protests across the country. The move has triggered anger, particularly among the youth, many of whom rely on these platforms for education, work, and social connection. The government announced the ban on September 4, citing non-compliance by companies like Facebook, Instagram, Reddit, and LinkedIn with registration rules set by the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology. According to authorities, platforms that failed to register within the given timeframe faced restrictions. The ban immediately impacted around 13.5 million Facebook users and 3.6 million Instagram…

President Donald Trump said on Sunday he is ready to move forward with additional sanctions on Russia. Asked by a reporter at the White House if he was prepared to begin “the second phase” of sanctions, Trump replied simply, “Yeah, I am.” He did not provide details about what a second phase would include or confirm any immediate steps. Trump also noted that several European leaders are scheduled to visit the United States on Monday and Tuesday. He said he would speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin soon, though no date or agenda for the meeting was shared. US Treasury…

Victoria’s Supreme Court will deliver the sentence for triple-murderer Erin Patterson on Monday morning, marking a historic first with the hearing broadcast live. For the first time in the state, a television camera will be allowed inside the courtroom to film the sentencing, with a 10-second delay. The 50-year-old Patterson could face life in prison without the possibility of parole. Justice Christopher Beale will announce her sentence from 9.30am in a hearing expected to last around 30 minutes. In July, a jury found Patterson guilty of murdering Don and Gail Patterson, the parents of her estranged husband, Simon Patterson, as…

Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has announced his resignation, less than a year after taking office. His departure leaves the country facing political uncertainty and triggers a contest to lead the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). Ishiba, a centrist known for his calm approach, presided over two major election defeats. In October, the LDP and its coalition partner Komeito lost their majority in the lower house. The coalition then suffered the same fate in upper house elections this July. Speaking to reporters on Sunday, Ishiba said he would step down to take responsibility for the party’s electoral failures. He added…

A Russian attack on Kyiv triggered a fire on the top floors of an administrative building in the Ukrainian capital’s Pecherskyi district, officials said Sunday. Timur Tkachenko, head of the Kyiv city military administration, reported the incident on social media, confirming that emergency teams were responding to the blaze. Eyewitnesses saw thick smoke rising from the main government building, part of Kyiv’s central administrative area. Firefighters and emergency crews were dispatched immediately to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading to surrounding structures. The attack comes amid continued Russian strikes on Ukraine’s capital and other major cities, which have…

Firefighters are battling a significant blaze at London’s former BBC headquarters in White City. The fire broke out in the early hours of Saturday at the Helios Building, part of the Television Centre complex that has been converted into flats, a restaurant, and a hotel. The London Fire Brigade (LFB) said around 100 firefighters and 15 fire engines were deployed to the nine-storey building on Wood Lane shortly after 3 a.m. Two 32-metre turntable ladders were also used as water towers to fight the fire from above. Smoke continued to rise from the rooftop rotunda late Saturday morning, with firefighters…