In today's top world headlines, Russia launched another intense barrage of ballistic missiles and drones targeting Kyiv, killing at least nine people and injuring dozens, according to Ukrainian authorities.

In Colombia, at least 11 people were injured after a truck packed with explosives detonated near a police station in Cúcuta, close to the Venezuelan border, just days before the inauguration of the country's president-elect.

Meanwhile, thousands of Iranian Shia pilgrims continue their annual Arbaeen pilgrimage through Iraq toward the holy city of Karbala, one of the world's largest religious gatherings.

In Italy, a 4.7-magnitude earthquake near Naples injured 26 people, damaged buildings, and forced hundreds to evacuate as aftershocks raised fresh concerns.

The United States has also issued security alerts through its embassies across several Middle Eastern capitals, urging American citizens to remain vigilant and be prepared for possible regional escalation.

At the same time, wildfires fueled by strong winds continue to spread across Greece, including areas near Athens, while dangerous fire conditions persist in Spain and France, prompting emergency evacuations and large-scale firefighting operations.

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Emergency services were checking to see if there were any casualties, authorities said

Strong quake jolts central Italy; tremors felt in Rome

Amatrice residents estimated that up to 10 people were still missing

Italy quake: More bodies located beneath rubble

The bulk of the confirmed deaths were in the small town of Amatrice

Italy quake: Death toll rises to 250

The bulk of the deaths, 193 at the latest count according to Reuters news agency, were in Amatrice town which was packed with visitors

8 foreigners among those dead in Italy quake

The Vatican's fire department numbers a total of 37, of which six travelled to the town of Amatrice to help look for survivors

Pope Francis dispatches Vatican firefighters to join rescue effort in Italy

At least 247 have died and 368 have been injured. Officials say the death toll is likely to rise further

Italy quake: Rescuers work through the night looking for survivors