Category: World News

Marcus Fakana, a 19-year-old Brit, was freed from a Dubai jail after a royal pardon, spotlighting tough UAE laws and cultural gaps. His arrest over a relationship with a 17-year-old—legal in the UK but not in Dubai—sparked global scrutiny. Advocacy groups are still fighting for other Britons held in the UAE.

A fierce wildfire in southeastern Crete has forced more than 5,000 people—mostly foreign tourists—to evacuate hotels and villages, as strong winds and a recent heatwave fuel multiple fronts. Emergency crews are battling to contain the fire, which has led to hospitalizations and widespread damage across Lasithi.

A Ryanair flight from Berlin to Milan was diverted to Memmingen, Germany, after turbulence during a thunderstorm injured nine people. Three were hospitalized as storms continued to wreak havoc in southern Germany, damaging property and possibly spawning a tornado.

Donald Trump urged an urgent evacuation of Tehran, raising alarms over a still-unclear threat amidst strained U.S.-Iran relations. His warning, more direct than official responses, has caused international organizations and embassies to reconsider their security plans. No government has ordered an evacuation.

After deadly Israeli attacks on Iran, Pakistan has warned its citizens to avoid travel to the country. Thousands of Pakistanis remain stuck in Iran and Iraq, facing communication hurdles as the region braces for further escalation.

Jeju Air Flight 2216 crashed at Muan International Airport, killing 177 out of 179 on board. Only two flight attendants survived. Authorities began widespread Boeing 737-800 inspections and Jeju Air canceled tens of thousands of bookings. Families are awaiting identification, while thousands gather for support and remembrance.

Israel deported Greta Thunberg after intercepting the Gaza-bound aid ship Madleen, sparking outcry from human rights groups and growing international pressure on the UK to respond. The seizure unfolded amid new deadly Israeli strikes in Gaza, compounding global scrutiny of Israel's tactics.

Israel delivered a major blow to Iran's nuclear infrastructure in bold airstrikes after the UN failed to agree on a Gaza ceasefire. With top Iranian officials among the reported casualties and fears over how Iran may respond, regional stakes have escalated even as international leaders scramble to prevent further fallout.

Paris police have found Jim Morrison’s long-missing bronze bust, stolen from his Père Lachaise grave in 1988. Crafted by artist Mladen Mikulin, the sculpture was discovered during an unrelated investigation and is being assessed for damage.

Rising military tensions between India and Pakistan follow the discovery of unidentified aircraft debris in Pampore, Kashmir. While Pakistan claims it downed five Indian jets and a drone, India disputes the claims, only confirming three crashes. BBC reports point to restricted site access and increasing confusion about what really happened.