A Russian drone attack on Ukraine's capital Kyiv resulted in injuries to seven people and ignited fires in high-rise apartment buildings. The overnight strikes prompted emergency services response across multiple districts, with falling debris from a destroyed drone causing significant damage.
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The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) expressed deep concern over the condition of hostages still held by Hamas in Gaza. Following recent hostage-prisoner swaps, including one where captives were forced to thank their captors, the ICRC urged more dignified releases. Shock over the hostages' frail appearance has intensified calls for humanitarian access. The next exchange is set for Saturday as efforts continue for the full release of all captives.
Ireland faces significant unrest as anti-migrant protests, spurred by a surge in immigration, turn violent. Dublin sees riots, arson, and attacks on migrant facilities. The immigration spike has strained housing and healthcare, while government policies toughen. Historical context explains Ireland's emigration past and its current migrant influx.
German politicians are struggling to respond as former US President Trump pushes actions supporting Russia against Ukraine, creating widespread shock. Trump has demanded payments in natural resources and questioned Ukrainian leadership, forcing Germany to seek new strategies quickly while maintaining support for Ukraine.
Syria's new authorities launched a sweeping security operation Friday after clashes with fighters loyal to former president Bashar al-Assad, the biggest challenge to their rule so far, left at least 71 people dead. Thursday's clashes saw security forces conduct helicopter strikes after they clashed with gunmen loyal to Assad-era special forces commander Suhail al-Hassan in the village of Beit Ana, also in Latakia.
Maysaa Sabrine has become the first woman to lead Syria's central bank amidst the new leadership's reforms, which include easing state control over the economy. The central bank is facing severe US sanctions and has experienced a significant reduction in foreign currency reserves since the civil war.
American Travis Timmerman, 29, was freed from a Syrian prison after seven months of captivity following the collapse of the Assad regime. He was handed over to US troops at the Tanf garrison and flown to Jordan. Timmerman, who entered Syria from Lebanon on a religious pilgrimage, was reportedly treated fairly during his detention.
A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Tonga, leading to a temporary tsunami warning. The initial quake was followed by a 6.1 magnitude aftershock. Despite the alert and activation of tsunami sirens, there were no immediate reports of damage, and residents moved to higher ground as a precaution.
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During the inauguration, Hillary Clinton laughed when Donald Trump announced plans to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America and Denali to Mount McKinley. She also shook her head when Donald Trump talked about the Panama Canal that Trump wants to bring back under US control. As Hilary was laughing, Bill Clinton was turning toward her.