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International Criminal Court issues warrant to arrest Israeli PM Netanyahu over war crimes

The Hague: The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Thursday issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, accusing them of war crimes and crimes against humanity.

Russia fires Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile at Ukraine in first-known use, signalling warning to Kyiv and West

Kyiv/Moscow: Russia has launched an Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) at Ukraine, marking a major escalation a day after President Vladimir Putin altered Moscow's nuclear doctrine, media reports said.

After US-supplied missile attack, Ukraine fires UK-made 'Storm Shadows' into Russia: Report

Kyiv/IBNS: After US-supplied long-range missiles, Ukraine has now fired British cruise missiles at military targets inside Russia for the first time, media reports said.

Pakistan: TV journalist hurt after gunmen attack him in Karachi

A TV journalist was injured in an armed attack in Pakistan's Kaarchi city on Tuesday.

Pakistan: 12 security personnel, six terrorists killed in Mali Khel area

At least 12 security personnel and six terrorists were killed after a checkpost was targeted in Pakistan's Mali Khel area, media reports said on Wednesday.

Donald Trump appoints former WWE Entertainment CEO Linda McMohan to lead Department of Education

US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed former World Wrestling Entertainment CEO Linda McMahon to lead the Department of Education.

Ukraine-Russia conflict: US embassy in Kyiv shuts down over threat of potential air attack

The US government on Wednesday said its embassy in Kyiv will remain shut on Wednesday after receiving information about a possible air attack in Ukraine.

Ukraine fires US-supplied long-range missiles into Russia for the first time since Biden's approval: Reports

Ukraine has fired US-supplied long-range missiles at Russian territory for the first time since Washington permitted Kyiv to conduct such attacks, media reports said.

Germany: Berlin Police Chief advises Jewish, LGBTQ+ people to avoid 'Arab neighbourhoods '

Berlin: Police Chie fof Germany's capital, Berlin, Barbara Slowik has admitted that certain parts of the city are unsafe for Jewish or LGBTQ+ individuals, media reports said.

Forty-five activists sentenced in Hong Kong under controversial National Security Law

The Human Rights Office (OHCHR) has expressed grave concern over the sentencing of 45 opposition activists in Hong Kong to up to 10 years in prison under China’s National Security Law, highlighting the potential erosion of fundamental freedoms in the region.

Ukraine hits Russia with Western-supplied ATACMS ballistic missile after Joe Biden's approval

Ukraine carried out its first attack in the border regions with Russia using Western-supplied ATACMS ballistic missiles, media reports said.

Ukraine hits Russia in a first Western-supplied ATACMS ballistic missile attack with Joe Biden's approval

Ukraine carried out its first attack in the border regions with Russia using Western-supplied ATACMS ballistic missiles, media reports said.

Balochistan National Party leader shot dead in Pakistan

A Balochistan National Party (BNP-Mengal)party leader was shot dead in Pakistan's Khuzdar region on Monday.

Ex-Canadian PM Stephen Harper urges Canada to stop cultivating divisive Khalistanis, Jihadists

In a candid critique that has reignited debates over Canada’s immigration and foreign policy, former Prime Minister Stephen Harper called on the nation to cease harboring divisive groups such as Khalistanis and jihadists.

Pakistan: Unknown gunmen kidnap seven policemen

Unknown armed men kidnapped seven policemen from the Rocha Check Post in Pakistan on Monday.

UK: 35-year-old doctor, who was distressed seeing wealthy customers euthanising pets to save money, commits suicide

A veterinary doctor recently committed suicide with drugs used to euthanise pets after he became distressed by unnecessary requests made by wealthy customers to put their pets down rather than paying to treat them.

Three die after homeless man goes on stabbing spree in New York

At least three people died after a man went on a stabbing spree across the Manhattan region of New York during broad daylight on Monday.

More than 40 US lawmakers ask Biden to seek Imran Khan's release from prison

More than 40 US lawmakers have called on outgoing President Joe Biden to press the Pakistani government to ensure the release of former PM Imran Khan and other 'political prisoners' before the end of his tenure.

USA: Flight evacuated after passenger's cellphone battery caught fire

Passengers of a Southwest Airlines flight made an emergency exit after a smartphone battery of a co-traveller caught fire and damaged a seat in the US state of Denver.

USA: Flight evacuated after passenger's cellphone battery catches fire

Passengers of a Southwest Airlines flight made an emergency exit after a smartphone battery of a co-traveller caught fire and damaged a seat in the US state of Denver.

Pakistani TV host Mathira Mohammad's private videos goes viral, she calls them 'fake'

Pakistani TV host and influencer Mathira Mohammad has said people are circulating fake online stuff by misusing her name and pictures after her alleged private video went viral.

Middle East crisis: IDF confirms 'elimination' of Hezbollah media chief Mohammed Afif

Israel Defense Forces on Monday confirmed the 'elimination' of Hezbollah's media chief Mohammed Afif during a strike in central Beirut.

Pakistan: Four arrested for allegedly murdering woman on suspicion of committing witchcraft

Pakistan police have arrested a woman and her three accomplices for allegedly killing her pregnant daughter-in-law over suspicion of witchcraft.

Joe Biden allows Ukraine to use US-supplied long-range missiles inside Russia

President Joe Biden has approved Ukraine to use US-supplied long-range missiles to fire into Russian territory, media reports said.

Israel: Flares fired at Benjamin Netanyahu's residence in Caesarea, three people arrested

At least three people were arrested after a pair of flares were fired at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s private residence in Caesarea on Sunday, media reports said.

Dhaka plans to seek former PM Sheikh Hasina's extradition from India, says Interim government chief Muhammad Yunus

Bangladesh Interim Government Chief Muhammad Yunus on Sunday said Dhaka plans to demand the extradition of former PM Sheikh Hasina from India.

Pakistani religious body declares use of VPN as against Islamic law

A key religious body in Pakistan has declared using virtual private networks to access blocked content on the internet as against Shariah (Islamic Law).

Body of South Asian woman recovered from car boot in London

Detectives are investigating the death of a South Asian-origin woman whose body was recovered from a car boot in east London recently.

Four Chinese coast guards enter Kinmen waters on two separate occasions, claims Taiwan

Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration (CGA) has said four Chinese coast guards recently entered Kinmen's waters in two separate occasions, media reports said.

Donald Trump, Elon Musk team up to attend UFC event in New York

More than a week after he registered a victory in the Presidential polls, Donald Trump, along with Tesla chief Elon Musk, arrived at the iconic Maddison Square Garden in New York to witness an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) clash on Saturday.