Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Authorities said the suspect in the Washington, D.C. shooting had a’sniper-type setup.’

According to a police officer, the suspect, who committed suicide on Friday, shot more than 20 bullets. Authorities said Friday that a suspect in a shooting in Washington, D.C. that injured four people used a “sniper-type setup” and fired more than 20 bullets. According to Metropolitan Police Chief Robert Contee, the guy is suspected to … Read more

Russia-Ukraine conflict: Zelenskyy warns that Moscow aims to ‘invade other nations,’ as another mass grave is discovered

Other countries should “fight alongside” Ukraine, according to Zelenskyy, who claims that remaining neutral is the “riskiest gamble.” In a video speech late Friday, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Russia’s invasion of his country was “just the beginning,” and that the Kremlin wants to “invade other nations.” In a statement sent to his Telegram … Read more

The Florida House of Representatives has passed a bill to end Disney’s special self-governing status

The bill now heads to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ desk, after he urged the Legislature to support it during its special session this week. WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Florida House approved a bill on Thursday that would abolish the special district that allows the Walt Disney Company to self-govern its Orlando-area theme park, sending it to … Read more

According to Biden, the Russian onslaught would be “limited in area but not in severity”

While US President Joe Biden offered an additional $800 million in security assistance to Ukraine. He also stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine will be refocused on the country’s eastern regions. “Now we have to speed that assistance package to help Ukraine prepare for Russia’s attack. Which will be more confined in … Read more

Biden offers $500 million in federal help to Ukraine and a new refugee programme

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In addition to the $800 million in military help provided on Thursday. US President Joe Biden announced a further tranche of $500 million in US support for the Ukrainian government. “We’re displaying our support for the people of Ukraine in addition to strengthening Ukraine’s resistance on the battlefield”. In remarks in the Roosevelt Room, Biden … Read more

Biden says he’ll submit a formal request for a second supplementary financial package for Ukraine to Congress next week

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US President Joe Biden said on Thursday that he will ask Congress to approve a second supplementary financial package for Ukraine next week. Biden predicted that Congress will “move and act rapidly” on the bill. “In order to sustain Ukraine for the duration of this fight, I’ll have to send a supplemental budget request to … Read more

German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas deflects criticism over Ukraine’s army delivery

Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said Germany is looking into what additional maintenance and ammunition its stock of ageing Marder armoured infantry combat vehicles would require to be ready for deployment by the Ukrainian military. Baerbock addressed the increasing chorus of criticism of Germany’s apparent hesitancy in supplying the armaments Kyiv claims it needs to defend … Read more

According to a senior defence source, the US believes Russia is learning from its mistakes in the north of Ukraine

According to a senior US defence official, Russia is learning from its failings in the north of Ukraine, where it lacked the necessary capabilities to maintain military operations, and transferring those lessons to their current emphasis in the east and south of the nation. In a call with reporters on Monday, a senior military official … Read more

61 Canadian politicians, journalists, and military professionals have been sanctioned by Russia

Russia has re-imposed sanctions on 61 Canadians, including premiers, mayors, journalists, military personnel, and high officials in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s administration. Those mentioned have been barred from entering Russia “indefinitely,” and have been placed on a “stop list,” indicating that if they attempt, they will be denied admission. The current list, released on Thursday, … Read more

Recent developments in Ukraine-Russia: Witnesses report hearing loud explosions in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s east

A witness told Reuters that loud explosions were heard in the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv on Friday. As missile strikes and air raid sirens were recorded in a number of locations around Ukraine. As explosions and gunfire shook major cities, an estimated 100,000 people fled. Hundreds of people have been slain, according to reports. … Read more

The situation in Mariupol, according to the owner of the steel company, is “on the verge of becoming a disaster”

On Thursday, Yuriy Ryzhenkov, the CEO of Metinvest Holding, the firm that controls the facility, warned reporters that the situation at the Azovstal steel mill in Mariupol is “near to a disaster.” “When the war started, we had quite a decent store of food and water in the bomb shelters and the plant’s facilities, so … Read more

Russia’s actions are “extremely insulting” to international norms, according to the US Treasury Secretary

Janet Yellen, the US Treasury Secretary, said she and other finance ministers left a closed-door G20 meeting with Russia on Wednesday because “it simply cannot be business as usual for Russia in terms of its participation in our global forums,” where nations convene to solve common concerns. During a news conference with reporters on Thursday, … Read more

According to the Pentagon, the US Air Force created a drone system expressly to fulfil Ukrainian specifications.

According to a Pentagon spokeswoman, the new Phoenix Ghost drone system was built to fulfil Ukrainian demands. According to them, the new US aid package for Ukraine includes more than 121 Phoenix Ghost systems. In off-camera statements to reporters. Pentagon press secretary John Kirby stated, “This was hastily designed by the Air Force in response … Read more

According to a senior US defence source, Russia continues to add battalion tactical groups to Ukraine.

A senior US defence official told reporters on Thursday that Russia continues to increase its forces within Ukraine as it refocuses on the east. Adding three more battalion tactical groups since yesterday. Bringing the total number of Russian battalion tactical groups, or BTGs, in Ukraine to 85. The total number of BTGs added in the … Read more

While speaking with US House Speaker Paul Ryan in Washington, Ukraine’s prime minister addresses the country’s financial requirements.

On Thursday, US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal had a few words on Capitol Hill. Ukrainians “feel strong support from the United States, from President Biden,” according to Shmyhal. He emphasised the necessity of sanctions in addition to other sorts of assistance, and listed a variety of financial requirements, including … Read more

The Diocese of New Jersey has reached a $87.5 million settlement with abuse victims

Hundreds of victims sexually molested by the church will get $87.5 million (£67.04 million) from the Catholic Diocese of New Jersey. In a first, the agreement allows for lawsuits against insurance companies that cover bishops against claims of negligence. It is one of the most significant settlements involving the Catholic Church in the United States, … Read more

Boris Johnson has apologised for breaching the law twice in the last two days. So, what’s next?

Boris Johnson has apologised twice in the last two days to British legislators for breaching the law. Under normal conditions, this would indicate that the Prime Minister’s term in office has come to an end. Johnson, however, has refused to resign from his position, and with no general election due until 2024, his fate will … Read more

A London judge has issued an extradition order for Julian Assange, bringing the WikiLeaks founder closer to a transfer to the United States.

Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, is one step closer to being extradited to the United States, where he will face charges under the Espionage Act, after a London court handed his extradition order to the British government for clearance. After a year-long legal fight, the court issued a formal extradition order on Wednesday, allowing … Read more