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Israeli occupation army: A sergeant from the 614th Combat Engineering Battalion was killed in the northern Gaza Strip on Thursday.

Israeli media: The government has approved the agreement that includes the release of hostages and Palestinian detainees amid divisions within the ministerial council.

European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre: The earthquake hit at a depth of 58 kilometers, warning of potentially hazardous tsunami waves.

European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre: A 7.4-magnitude earthquake strikes the Mindanao region in the Philippines.

Cuban Foreign Ministry: The clear objective of this escalation is to overthrow the constitutional government of President Nicolás Maduro and install a Washington-aligned authority.

Cuban Foreign Ministry: We warn against the growing escalation by the United States against the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.

Al Mayadeen's correspondent: Venezuela's request comes in response to the escalation of aggression and the unprecedented US military deployment in the Caribbean.

Al Mayadeen's correspondent: The Venezuelan government has officially requested an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council.

Al Mayadeen's correspondent: Israeli artillery shells the northwest of Nuseirat Camp in central Gaza Strip.

Israeli media: The ceasefire has come into effect.

An F-16 Hornet is parked on the flight deck of the nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford during military exercises in the Mediterranean off the coast of Naples, Italy, Tuesday, July 29, 2025 (AP)

NATO launches annual nuclear drills amid rising tensions

The NATO nuclear drills 2025, known as Steadfast Noon, begin across Europe amid concerns over the future of the US military presence and rising tensions with Russia.

Today

UK, Ukraine to mass-produce drones to counter Russian attacks

The United Kingdom and Ukraine plan joint drone production as Kiev faces near-daily Russian strikes, urging partners to boost tech support and battlefield readiness.

Today

Undated photo of Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov at a press conference. (kremlin.ru)

Kremlin says Kiev avoiding peace talks, no Putin-Trump meeting planned

The Kremlin accuses Kiev of rejecting peace talks amid renewed Western military support for Ukraine.

9 Oct

Russia ratifies military deal with Cuba, responding to US escalation.

Russia ratifies military deal with Cuba amid US escalation

Russia ratifies a military cooperation agreement with Cuba, expanding defense ties and allowing deployment of offensive systems.

8 Oct

n this image provided by the U.S. Navy, the guided-missile destroyer USS Laboon (DDG 58) fires a Tomahawk land attack missile on April 14, 2018. (AP)

Russia warns it can easily intercept US Tomahawk missiles in Ukraine

Russia warns that any US move to supply Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine would mark a serious escalation, with senior officials vowing an "asymmetrical" response.

8 Oct

Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a Security Council meeting via videoconference at the Novo-Ogaryovo residence outside Moscow, Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025. (AP)

Putin affirms Russia maintains full strategic initiative in Ukraine

The Russian president credits recent territorial gains and the defense industry's accelerated weapons production for sustaining momentum despite Western sanctions.

8 Oct

Putin affirms Russia maintains full strategic initiative in Ukraine

The Russian president credits recent territorial gains and the defense industry's accelerated weapons production for sustaining momentum despite Western sanctions.

8 Oct

Boracay oil tanker resumes voyage after French detention

The Boracay oil tanker was previously seized by French authorities over alleged ties to Russia’s “shadow fleet.”

3 Oct

Drone sightings force Munich airport shutdown as fears spread across Europe.

Drone sightings force Munich airport shutdown as fears spread in EU

Drone sightings forced Munich airport to shut down, disrupting 3,000 passengers, which restarted flights early on Friday.

3 Oct

In this photo made with a slow shutter speed, President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Trump hints at decisive US action, says Russia will be 'taken care of'

US President Donald Trump vowed to "get Russia taken care of somehow," signaling a harder line amid reports of expanded US intelligence support for Ukrainian strikes.

2 Oct

Moscow slams EU for turning open seas into sanctions battlefield

Russia has accused the European Union of weaponizing maritime law after France seized a tanker it claims is linked to Moscow, calling the move an unlawful act of economic warfare under the guise of sanctions enforcement.

2 Oct

The Kremlin Palace and Towers are seen in Moscow, Russia, Friday, April 7, 2017. (AP)

Kremlin warns of escalation if US sends Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine

The Kremlin warned that US plans to supply Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles would mark a serious escalation, accused Kiev of rejecting peace talks, and announced that President Putin will address the roots of the global crisis at the upcoming Valdai Conference.