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Suicide bomber hits military train in Pakistan, killing 23
A suspected suicide bomber killed 23 people and injured 70 others by ramming an explosives-laden vehicle into a military train in Pakistan's Quetta city on Sunday, as the banned Balochistan Liberation Army claimed responsibility for the latest attack in the restive southwestern province.
24 May 2026
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California declares emergency over aerospace chemical leak threat
California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency in Orange County on Saturday as authorities race to prevent a catastrophic release of toxic chemicals from an aerospace facility, warning that local resources are insufficient to manage the potential disaster.
24 May 2026
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US Embassy in Caracas conducts helicopter evacuation drill
The US Embassy in Caracas conducted a military response exercise involving two MV-22 Osprey helicopters on Saturday, coordinating with Venezuelan aviation authorities while drawing protests from pro-Chavez demonstrators opposed to the US military presence in the Venezuelan capital.
24 May 2026
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Kyiv mayor reports 1 dead, 24 injured in Russian missile attack
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said at least one person was killed and 24 others injured in a large-scale Russian ballistic missile and drone strike on the Ukrainian capital, as authorities confirmed residential buildings and a student dormitory were damaged in the overnight assault that followed warnings of imminent Russian retaliation.
24 May 2026
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US and Iran near 60-day ceasefire to reopen Hormuz strait
The United States and Iran are nearing a 60-day ceasefire agreement that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and allow Tehran to resume oil exports, creating a diplomatic window for nuclear negotiations while American forces remain in the region, according to a US official familiar with the draft deal.
24 May 2026
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Jaishankar hosts Rubio in New Delhi, citing 'deep' US cooperation
Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar welcomed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to New Delhi on Saturday, emphasizing a "comprehensive global strategic partnership" as the allies work to steady ties strained by recent trade disputes and seek expanded cooperation in energy and defense.
24 May 2026
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Seven Palestinians injured in attacks across occupied West Bank
The Palestinian Red Crescent Society said seven Palestinians were injured on Saturday in separate attacks by Israeli forces and occupiers in the southern occupied West Bank, with the incidents coming as violence in the territory continues to escalate amid the ongoing war in Gaza.
24 May 2026
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Pakistan hails Trump's peace push after multination call
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan welcomed President Donald Trump's "extraordinary efforts" to pursue peace with Iran following a telephone call with leaders from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Türkiye and other regional powers, adding that Islamabad hopes to host the next round of negotiations very soon.
24 May 2026
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Hezbollah targets Israeli Iron Dome, drone systems in 12 strikes
Hezbollah said Sunday it carried out 12 attacks in 24 hours against Israeli military positions, targeting Iron Dome launchers and drone jamming systems across southern Lebanon and northern Israel, as cross-border violence persists despite a US-mediated truce scheduled to hold until early July.
24 May 2026
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Erdogan tells Trump Türkiye backs Hormuz deal for regional stability
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told US President Donald Trump and regional leaders on Sunday that Ankara stands ready to support any agreement ensuring free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that a "just peace" in the region would leave no party defeated.
24 May 2026
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Qatar emir holds Saudi, UAE talks amid US-Iran deal push
Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani held separate telephone conversations with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Saturday to discuss regional stability and de-escalation efforts, according to official statements from Doha and Abu Dhabi.
24 May 2026
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Iran envoy says 'positive stride' taking shape to end war with US
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan said Saturday that a "positive stride" is taking shape to end the war with the United States, provided Washington demonstrates adequate commitment, crediting Tehran's dignity and Islamabad's mediation efforts for the progress.
24 May 2026
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Africa CDC warns 10 countries at risk of Ebola outbreak
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has identified 10 nations facing elevated risk of Ebola virus disease following an outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, announcing a joint funding appeal with the World Health Organization for over $314 million to finance response interventions across the region.
24 May 2026
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EU demands respect for Israel-Lebanon truce amid deadly strikes on medics
The European Union has demanded that all parties fully respect the temporary ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, warning that attacks on medical personnel and civilian infrastructure violate international humanitarian law amid escalating violence in southern Lebanon.
24 May 2026
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Germany alarmed by Israeli attacks on health workers in Lebanon
The German Foreign Ministry on Saturday expressed deep concern over Israeli strikes targeting medical personnel in southern Lebanon, calling on all parties to respect international humanitarian law and implement UN Security Council Resolution 1701 amid rising ceasefire violations.
24 May 2026
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Spanish police clash with Global Sumud activists at Bilbao airport
Spanish police clashed with Global Sumud Flotilla activists at Bilbao Airport on Saturday after several supporters allegedly crossed a security cordon during the arrival of campaigners attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to the blockaded Gaza Strip, according to Spain's public broadcaster RTVE.
24 May 2026
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US sees 'some progress' in Iran talks, demands nuclear concessions
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Saturday that "some progress" has been achieved in peace negotiations with Iran, though he warned that Tehran must abandon its nuclear enrichment program and reopen the Strait of Hormuz to avoid a military resolution to the ongoing conflict.
24 May 2026
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Pakistan confirms progress toward final US-Iran understanding
Pakistan's military confirmed encouraging progress toward a final understanding between the United States and Iran to end their ongoing war, stating that intensive negotiations over the past 24 hours have advanced the mediation process spearheaded by Army Chief Field Marshall Asim Munir.
24 May 2026
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Iran says finalizing memorandum with US to end war
Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said on Saturday that Tehran is preparing a 14-point memorandum of understanding with Washington aimed at ending the war and securing the release of frozen assets, though he noted that the two sides have not yet established a joint timeline for an agreement.
24 May 2026
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Five Palestinian police officers killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza
The Palestinian Police Directorate said Israeli aircraft struck a police installation in northern Gaza on Saturday, killing five officers and wounding several others as medical sources reported additional casualties across the Strip in continued violations of the October ceasefire agreement.
24 May 2026
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Pakistan, Iran, Qatar 'finalizing' interim deal with US to end war: Sources
Multiple Pakistani government sources said trilateral delegations are holding intensive talks in Tehran to finalize a temporary agreement with the United States aimed at ending the Middle East war, indicating a major breakthrough could come by the end of this week.
24 May 2026
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Qatar’s PM urges Iran to avoid using Hormuz as bargaining chip, calls for de-escalation
Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani urged Iran to support de-escalation efforts during a call with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, emphasizing that closing the Strait of Hormuz or using it as a bargaining chip would deepen the crisis. He reaffirmed Qatar’s support for Pakistan-mediated talks and called for freedom of navigation.
23 May 2026
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Iran says 25 ships transited Strait of Hormuz in 24 hours under its coordination
The IRGC Navy announced that 25 vessels, including oil tankers and container ships, passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours after obtaining permission and coordinating with Iranian authorities. The announcement comes as the US maintains a naval blockade and Pakistan’s army chief visits Tehran to broker a permanent end to the conflict.
23 May 2026
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Qatari Emir, Trump discuss US-Iran peace efforts amid ongoing mediation
Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and President Trump discussed ongoing mediation efforts to end the US-Iran war, including support for Pakistan’s diplomatic push. They emphasized safeguarding maritime security, protecting strategic waterways, and ensuring global supply chains. The call came as Pakistan’s army chief visited Tehran to broker a deal on Hormuz, nuclear issues, and sanctions relief.
23 May 2026
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Senegal’s president fires prime minister, dissolves government after months of tensions
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye dismissed Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the government, state television announced. No official reason was given, but the move follows months of growing tensions between the once-close allies within the ruling PASTEF party. Sonko said he would “sleep with a light heart” after the dismissal.
23 May 2026
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UN chief ‘disappointed’ as nuclear treaty conference ends without agreement
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed disappointment after the 11th NPT Review Conference failed to reach consensus on a substantive outcome. He welcomed the engagement of states parties but regretted that the conference “fell short” at a time of pressing security challenges. He called for urgent action to lower nuclear risks.
23 May 2026
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US Secretary of State Rubio arrives in India for four-day visit
Marco Rubio began a four-day trip to India, landing in Kolkata and visiting the Missionaries of Charity founded by Mother Teresa. He will travel to Agra, Jaipur, and New Delhi for talks on trade, energy security, defense cooperation, and the Quad. This is Rubio’s first trip to India as secretary of state.
23 May 2026
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China coal mine explosion leaves 82 dead in Shanxi province
A deadly gas explosion at a coal mine in northern China’s Shanxi province has killed at least 82 workers, prompting a large-scale rescue operation and a government investigation into industrial safety standards and mining oversight.
23 May 2026
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Turkish, Iranian FMs discuss Tehran-Washington negotiations by phone
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a phone call on Friday to discuss the latest developments in negotiations between Tehran and Washington. The conversation comes amid ongoing efforts to stabilize a fragile ceasefire mediated by Pakistan, which has been extended indefinitely.
23 May 2026
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Fidan discusses Iran-US talks with Qatar, Pakistani mediators
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held separate phone calls with Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and with Pakistani mediators to discuss the latest stage of negotiations between Iran and the United States. No further details were provided, but the calls underscore Ankara’s active diplomatic role.
23 May 2026
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Over 70,000 Palestinians pray at Al-Aqsa despite Israeli curbs
More than 70,000 Muslim worshippers performed Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied Jerusalem, overcoming Israeli restrictions imposed since October 2023. Israeli police deployed across the Old City, stopping young Palestinians and checking IDs.
22 May 2026
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NATO chief hails Türkiye as defense industry model ahead of Ankara summit
Secretary-General Mark Rutte has praised Türkiye as “a great example of how to organize a defense industrial base,” noting its 3,000‑company sector. Speaking after a NATO foreign ministers’ meeting in Sweden, he confirmed that Ukrainian President Zelenskyy will attend the July 7‑8 Ankara summit.
22 May 2026
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Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Federal Reserve chair
Kevin Warsh has been sworn in as the new chair of the Federal Reserve, ending a months‑long standoff over monetary policy. President Trump, who pushed for the change, insisted that Warsh should remain “totally independent,” while criticising outgoing Chair Jerome Powell for losing the Fed’s focus.
22 May 2026
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San Diego mosque attacker idolized Nazis, court records show
One of the teens who attacked the Islamic Center of San Diego had been flagged by police a year earlier for “idolizing Nazis and mass shooters.” Court documents reveal firearms were confiscated from 18‑year‑old Caleb Vazquez in 2025. The attack killed three before the suspects died from self‑inflicted wounds.
22 May 2026
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Putin condemns deadly Ukraine attack on Luhansk college
Russian President Vladimir Putin has condemned a Ukrainian attack on a college in Russian‑controlled Luhansk that killed six and injured 39. He ordered retaliatory proposals from the Defence Ministry. Ukraine denied responsibility, calling Moscow’s claims “manipulative information.”
22 May 2026
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US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard resigns
Tulsi Gabbard has resigned as US Director of National Intelligence, effective June 30, citing her husband’s diagnosis with a rare bone cancer. President Trump praised her work and announced that Principal Deputy Director Aaron Lukas will serve as acting director.
22 May 2026
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Qatar delegation in Tehran for talks to end Iran-US war
A Qatari delegation is negotiating with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Tehran as part of efforts to end the war, while Pakistan remains the primary mediator between Washington and Tehran. Pakistan’s army chief arrived in Tehran on Friday for another round of mediation.
22 May 2026
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Fidan attends NATO foreign ministers’ meeting in Sweden
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan participated in the NATO Foreign Ministers Meeting in Helsingborg, Sweden, where alliance diplomats gathered ahead of talks and a family photo session. The meeting serves as preparation for the July NATO summit in Ankara.
22 May 2026
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Türkiye slams Greece for releasing November 17 terrorist leader
Türkiye has strongly condemned Greece’s release of Alexandros Giotopoulos, the convicted ringleader of the November 17 terror group, calling it an “unacceptable display of tolerance” and a grave disrespect to slain Turkish diplomats. Giotopoulos was serving 17 life terms for attacks including the murders of three Turkish diplomats.
22 May 2026
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