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Ukraine conducted one of its largest drone attacks on Moscow, killing at least three people. Russian air defenses intercepted many UAVs, but some struck residential areas, causing casualties and damage. The attack escalates the conflict and tightens security in Moscow.
Israeli strikes on Doha and Tehran reveal a new capability that could make war more unpredictable and dangerous. The attacks used air-launched ballistic missiles fired from beyond the target's airspace, exploiting a trajectory that defeats current air defenses.
Javier Bardem says his public condemnation of Israel’s Gaza offensive as genocide has not harmed his career but brought more film offers. The Oscar winner insists he has no regrets despite potential backlash.
Several close aides of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are accused of corruption, including abuse of power and bribery from defense contractors, raising concerns about Kyiv's anti-corruption efforts amid war and EU accession reforms. The allegations center on interference in government processes for personal gain. Analysts warn this could weaken Zelenskyy's reform agenda.
Russian officials confirmed at least four people were killed in widespread Ukrainian drone strikes, including on Moscow, overnight April 11-12. Russia intercepted 556 drones, with 81 targeting Moscow, in what analysts call the largest such assault in over a year. The attacks follow signals from U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin that a resolution to the conflict may be imminent.
Iran says it will soon unveil a traffic-management plan for the Strait of Hormuz that includes toll fees, while US President Donald Trump warned Tehran faces a ‘very bad time’ unless it agrees to a peace deal soon. Israeli forces continued their bombardment of southern Lebanon on May 5, and a soldier was killed in the fighting. Pakistan’s interior minister traveled to Tehran to mediate stalled peace talks between Iran and the United States.
FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafstrom confirmed a 'constructive and positive' meeting with Iran Football Federation President Mehdi Taj, addressing 10 issues raised by Iran regarding security, visas, and logistics for the 2026 World Cup. The meeting comes after an Iranian delegation was denied entry into Canada, sparking concerns about travel to the U.S., which co-hosts the tournament.
Tensions between the U.S. and Iran at the strategic Hormuz Strait have sharply escalated, threatening maritime security and global energy supplies. This waterway handles about 20% of the world's oil traffic. The international community urges restraint and dialogue.
Sudan's army announced it recaptured a strategic area in Blue Nile state from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) after hours of fierce fighting. This is a key tactical success in the conflict that began in April 2023, bolstering the army's position in a resource-rich region. The war has killed thousands and displaced over 5 million people.
