Data from December 2023 shows a significant increase in copper scrap imports by China from Russia, exceeding 6,400 tons. Historically, Russia hasn't been a major exporter of copper scrap. Interestingly, Russian data for the same period shows a much smaller export figure of just 73 tons. This discrepancy raises questions about the nature of the imported material.

Settlement challenges hamper China-Russia trade expansion

Close ally of Putin, Volodin is warning western government for a nuclear war. Watch to know more.

Russia-Ukraine War: Volodin warns EU of approval for weapons for Ukraine

An Israeli airstrike targeted Hezbollah’s stronghold in southern Beirut, near Al-Qaem mosque, according to a Lebanese security source. The series of four bomb strikes resulted in five deaths, including children and civilians, and left 17 others wounded. Among the dead is Hezbollah’s elite Radwan Force commander, Ibrahim Aqil, reportedly the group’s second-in-command after Fuad Shukr, who was killed in a previous Israeli strike in July. While the Israeli military claims it conducted a “targeted strike,” the exact target remains unclear.

Lebanon: Aftermath Of Israeli Airstrike In Beirut Causes Widespread Destruction

Minutes after Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah delivered his first speech in the aftermath of pager and walkie-talkie explosions, Israel launched a full-scale attack in Lebanon by targeting the militant group's targets.

Israel unleashes heavy strikes on Lebanon | Nasrallah vows retaliation against Israel

The pagers began beeping just after 3:30 in the afternoon in Lebanon on Tuesday, alerting Hezbollah operatives to a message from their leadership in a chorus of chimes, melodies, and buzzes.

Lebanon Pager Explosions: Tensions high after attack on Hezbollah

Vyacheslav Volodin, Speaker of Russia’s lower house of parliament, cautioned that Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory using Western-supplied missiles could escalate into a “global war with nuclear weapons.” He warned that Moscow would respond with more powerful weaponry if the West approves such attacks.

Russia-Ukraine: Could The Conflict Escalate Into A Nuclear War? Putin’s Ally Warns It Might

Israel’s defense minister has declared a “new phase” in the war, following reports of an Israeli attack that triggered explosions in electronic devices in Lebanon. With tensions escalating, the prospect of full-scale conflict between Israel and Hezbollah looms larger than ever. Hopes for a diplomatic resolution are fading as Israel looks to alter the status quo in the north, where cross-border clashes have intensified since Hezbollah's attacks on October 8, just a day after the war began with Hamas.

Lebanon Pager Explosion: Israel Declares New Phase In War, Hezbollah Vows Retaliation

Humans have waged wars for power, resources and riches. However, the next big flashpoint in geopolitical tensions could be a commodity that is abundantly available at the moment. This report delves into the details.

Water, the next big flashpoint in Geopolitics?

A large-scale Ukrainian drone attack on Russia triggered an earthquake-sized blast at a major arsenal in the Tver region on Wednesday, forcing the evacuation of a nearby town, war bloggers and some media reported.

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv claims hit on Russian missile depot

Israel has proposed a framework for a new deal with the Hamas militants saying that it would end fighting in the Gaza Strip and offer safe passage out of the Palestinian enclave for the group's leader Yahya Sinwar and his associates if they release all hostages at once, according to a report by KAN, the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation (IPBC).

Israel proposes new deal seeking release of all hostages, ending war in Gaza: Report

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pledged to return tens of thousands of residents evacuated from northern border areas to their homes. This comes amid escalating tensions with the Iranian-backed Hezbollah movement in Lebanon. Netanyahu’s commitment aims to reassure citizens as the situation along the border remains volatile.

Israeli PM Netanyahu Vows To Return Northern Residents To Their Homes

Drills between the coast guard of China and Russia are roomed away in the waters surrounding Russia's peter the great gulf. Watch to know more.

Russian and Chinese coast guards hold joint drills

We live in an era where wars are not just waged with soldiers and tanks. They are fought with invisible weapons that shape perceptions and influence minds. On WION live conversation we discuss how the face of warfare is changing.

What caused Hezbollah pagers to explode ?

North Korea claims it has successfully test fired a new type of missile tipped with super large war head. Watch to know more.

North Korea tests Hwasongpho-11-DA-4.5 short-range ballistic missile

A 110 year old church was destroyed by Russian Army using aerial missiles. Watch to know more.

Russia-Ukraine War: 110-year-old church destroyed by Russia

The United Nations member states are set to vote on a push by the Palestinians to formally demand an end to the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories within 12 months. Watch to know more.

UNGA's 10th emergency special session

Militant group Hezbollah promised to retaliate against Israel after accusing it of detonating pagers across Lebanon on Tuesday, killing nine people and wounding nearly 3,000 others including fighters and Iran's envoy to Beirut.

Israel's pager blasts: 9 killed in pager blasts across Lebanon

Lebanon is pointing its finger towards Israel over the simultaneous pager blast. Watch to know more.

Lebanon points finger towards Israel over 'Pager Blast'

UNGA to vote on resolution on Palestine

Lebanon Pager Blast: Taiwan-made pagers targeted: Reports

Resolution demands end to Israeli occupation of Palestine

Dozens of Hezbollah members were reportedly injured when their pagers exploded in the Iran-backed group's Beirut and south Lebanon strongholds. Watch to know more

Hundreds of pagers explode in Lebanon, Hezbollah blames Israel

Pager devices belonging to Hezbollah fighters exploded across Lebanon and parts of Syria on Tuesday, Lebanese and U.S. media reported. Watch to know more.

Lebanese hospitals on high alert | WION's Ghadi Francis reports from Beirut

Lebanon: Over 1,000 Hezbollah fighters injured

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