The Chornobyl nuclear plant, a site of a massive nuclear disaster in 1986, is in the news again. This time, it's not about the disaster but about the protective shield built to contain radioactive material. The shield, finished in 2019, has taken a hit from a drone strike. The International Atomic E
In a significant diplomatic move, the leaders of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda met in Washington to sign a peace agreement. This deal aims to bring an end to the long-standing conflict in eastern Congo and open up the region's valuable mineral resources to American interests. The meeti
Russia's President, Vladimir Putin, recently shared his thoughts on the Donbas region in Ukraine. He stated that Russia aims to take full control of this area, either through military means or by forcing Ukrainian troops to retreat. This statement came during an interview with India Today, just befo
The Black Sea is a hotspot for shipping, especially for grain, oil, and other goods. But lately, it's become riskier. Insurers are now checking policies every day because of the war in Ukraine. This war is making waves, literally, as attacks on ships increase. Ships heading to Russian or Ukrainian
The United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, has raised serious concerns about Israel's actions in Gaza. He pointed out that while Gaza has been heavily damaged, the main goal of dismantling Hamas has not been achieved. This, he believes, indicates a flaw in the current strategy. Guterre
In a significant development, Israel has received what could be the remains of one of the last hostages held in Gaza. This comes as a ray of hope amid the ongoing conflict, but the situation remains complex. The remains, found by militants in northern Gaza, are now in Israel for forensic examination
Marwan Barghouti, a Palestinian leader, has been behind bars since 2002. He's seen as a crucial figure for Palestinian unity and statehood. Over 200 celebrities have now joined the call for his release. These stars include actors Benedict Cumberbatch, Josh O'Connor, and Javier Bardem, as well as mu
In the halls of Congress, a heated argument is brewing. It's all about a plan to make the FBI more transparent. Rep. Elise Stefanik, a strong supporter of former President Donald Trump, wants a rule that would force the FBI to tell Congress when they start investigating political candidates. She bel
In a recent turn of events, Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stern warning. He said he might block Ukraine's access to the sea. This comes after some tankers were attacked in the Black Sea. Putin's words suggest a strong response to these incidents. Putin spoke on television. He mentio
Senator Mark Kelly is not backing down. He's calling out President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, demanding answers about recent strikes in the Caribbean. Kelly, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, insists that Hegseth should testify about the incidents. Two strikes were car
