Russia has launched a massive daytime drone assault on Ukraine, deploying over 360 drones in one of the largest coordinated attacks in recent months. Ukrainian defenses scrambled to intercept the wave, as the strike highlights an escalation in aerial warfare tactics. The attack raises fresh concerns over civilian safety, infrastructure damage, and the evolving nature of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Russia Launches 360 Drones In Mass Daylight Assault On Ukraine

NASA is preparing to launch Artemis 2, the first crewed mission to orbit the Moon since 1972, marking a major milestone in space exploration. However, a powerful solar storm triggered by a massive eruption on the Sun is raising concerns about astronaut safety and mission timing. With years of delays and soaring costs behind it, Artemis 2 now faces a critical test as scientists closely monitor space weather conditions ahead of launch.

NASA Moon Mission: Solar Storm Threatens Artemis Astronauts

The West Asia war enters Day 33 with no signs of slowing down. Iran launches its 89th wave of missile and drone attacks targeting U.S. assets in the Gulf, while fresh U.S. and Israeli airstrikes rock Tehran. From burning oil tankers in the Persian Gulf to drone strikes in Kuwait and escalating attacks across Israel, Lebanon, and Iraq, the conflict has expanded into a full-scale regional war. As ceasefire claims clash with outright rejection, the humanitarian toll continues to rise. How far will this war go?Iran Bombards U.s. Targets as Israeli Airstrikes Rattle Tehran

Iran Bombards U.S. Targets as Israeli Airstrikes Rattle Tehran

Even if the U.S.-Iran war ends soon, its global impact may linger for years. Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have already driven up oil, gas, and fertilizer prices, sparking inflation concerns worldwide. Supply chains are under stress, food security is at risk, and even critical resources like helium face shortages. From energy markets to everyday costs, the conflict is reshaping the global economy. Is prolonged instability now inevitable?

U.S.-Iran War: ‘Gulf Of Insecurity’ Will Haunt Region Long After War Is Over 

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing growing criticism at home as the conflict intensifies. Opposition leader Yair Lapid has accused Netanyahu of a “virtual defeat,” citing failure to meet key war objectives. With Iranian missiles and drones increasingly breaching Israel’s defenses, political pressure is mounting, raising questions about leadership and strategy amid the escalating West Asia conflict.

Israel Opposition Leader Accuses Netanyahu Of Virtual Defeat By Failure To Win

French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Japan has gone viral after a surprising moment during his tour caught global attention. The incident, widely shared across social media, highlights the lighter side of high-level diplomacy while drawing massive online reactions. Macron’s Japan trip focuses on strengthening ties, but this unexpected clip is what everyone is talking about.

Macron, Takaichi Strike Dragon Ball Series' Kamehameha Pose

South Africa plans to deploy troops to tackle rising crime in multiple hotspots, covering five out of nine provinces. The operation aims to support police efforts, curb violent incidents, and restore public safety amid increasing concerns over crime rates. Authorities say the military presence will be temporary but strategic, focusing on regions most affected by criminal activity. 

S Africa to Deploy Troops to Crime Hotspots; Op to Cover Five Out of Nine Provinces

Nigeria is increasing crude oil allocations to the Dangote refinery as global fuel prices surge due to the ongoing Iran war. According to sources, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) will supply seven crude cargoes for May—up from five in previous months.

Despite this increase, Africa’s largest refinery still faces a supply gap, requiring up to 15 cargoes monthly to operate at full capacity. The shortfall has forced Dangote to import crude at significantly higher prices, driven by disruptions in the Middle East.

Nigeria Boosts Crude Supply to Dangote Refinery Amid Iran War Oil Crisis

In this gripping report, we break down how an Indian LPG tanker managed to escape the volatile Strait of Hormuz during escalating tensions between Iran, the United States, and Israel.

The vessel, carrying thousands of tonnes of LPG, was forced to wait for weeks as missile strikes and drone activity intensified in the region. With traditional shipping lanes compromised, the tanker was guided through an unusual and rarely used route near Iran’s Larak Island—under the supervision of Iranian forces.

Indian LPG Tanker’s Dangerous Escape via Secret Hormuz Route

Pakistan and China have called for the restoration of safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions linked to the ongoing US-Iran conflict. Both countries stressed the importance of keeping critical global energy routes open and urged restraint to prevent further escalation that could disrupt international shipping and oil supplies. 

Pakistan, China Call for Restoring Navigation in Strait of Hormuz 

South Africa plans to deploy troops to tackle rising crime in multiple hotspots, covering five out of nine provinces. The operation aims to support police efforts, curb violent incidents, and restore public safety amid increasing concerns over crime rates. Authorities say the military presence will be temporary but strategic, focusing on regions most affected by criminal activity. 


South Africa to Deploy Troops to Crime Hotspots; Op to Cover Five Out of Nine Provinces 

Nigeria is facing an energy crisis as global market volatility drives up fuel prices and strains domestic electricity and gas supplies. Rising international oil and gas costs, combined with local infrastructure challenges, are impacting households and industries, prompting the government to explore solutions to stabilize energy access and protect the economy.


Nigeria Energy Crisis: Global Market Volatility Pressures Nigeria's Domestic Supply

Indonesia is losing it forest at an alarming rate.
The forest loss surged by 66% in 2025, hitting its highest rate in eight years.
Environmentalists say this is a result of weak environmental protections,
And an ambitious food and energy self-sufficiency drive.

Indonesia: 66% Spike in Deforestation in 2025, Climate Consequences Escalate

The Trump Administration Has Secured an Exemption for Oil and Gas Drilling in the Gulf of Mexico From the Endangered Species Act, Citing National Security Concerns.
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth Had Requested the Exemption,
Prompting Interior Secretary Doug Burgum to Convene the Endangered Species Committee, or 'god Squad' on Tuesday...


Trump Administration Wins Gulf of Mexico Oil Drilling Exemption

Péter Szijjártó has denounced revelations of a wiretap as “a huge scandal,” sharply criticising the surveillance as a breach of privacy and trust. His comments come amid ongoing controversy over intelligence practices and government accountability, fueling political debate over civil liberties and oversight in national security matters.


Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto Calls Wiretap 'A Huge Scandal'

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has threatened to target major U.S. technology companies across the region, accusing them of supporting American and Israeli military and intelligence operations. The warning comes amid escalating tensions in the ongoing US-Iran war. Responding to the threat, Donald Trump mocked Tehran’s warning, asking what Iran could use to carry out such strikes, highlighting the sharp exchange between Washington and Tehran as the conflict widens beyond traditional military targets.


US-Iran War: IRGC Threatens To Attack US Tech Firms; Tesla, Google & Microsoft On Target

A Thai undertaker’s dramatic protest — bringing a corpse to a petrol station — has highlighted the fuel crunch gripping Thailand and Southeast Asia as a result of soaring energy prices tied to the ongoing US‑Israel‑Iran war, which has disrupted global oil supplies via the Strait of Hormuz.


Thai Undertaker's Ordeal Reflects Fuel Crunch to Iran War 

Israeli forces have suffered fatal losses during close‑range clashes with Hezbollah militants, underscoring the sharp escalation along Israel’s northern border. The deadly engagements reflect intensified exchanges between the Israeli Defense Forces and the Lebanese militant group, raising concerns about a widening front in the broader Israel‑Iran conflict. 


IDF Suffers Fatal Losses in Close-Range Clashes with Hezbollah

Iran has issued fresh threats to target American interests across West Asia, warning that US‑linked firms and strategic assets could face retaliation as the broader conflict with the United States and its allies continues to escalate. Tehran’s statements, including warnings from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps about attacks on regional operations of major US companies, underscore deepening tensions across the Gulf and Middle East amid ongoing hostilities.


Iran Issues a New Threat to Attack American Interests in West Asia

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has signaled that Tehran is willing to stop fighting and end the ongoing US‑Iran war if it receives guarantees that it will not be attacked again in the future, seeking security assurances before ceasing hostilities. 


US-Iran War | Pezeshkian: Iran Willing to Stop Fighting If Not Attacked Again 

Donald Trump’s approval ratings have dropped to a historic low of around 36%, according to recent polling, as the ongoing US-Iran war and rising fuel prices weigh on public sentiment. Surveys suggest growing concern among Americans about the economic impact of the conflict and uncertainty over Washington’s strategy in West Asia.


Trump’s Approval Ratings Dip to Historic Low Amid War In Iran 

A Bangladeshi national has been killed by drone shrapnel, local media report, amid rising regional tensions and ongoing drone strikes. The incident highlights the growing risks to civilians in conflict zones as unmanned aerial attacks continue to affect non-combatants. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death while calling for increased safety measures in affected areas.


Breaking | Local Media: Bangladeshi National Killed by Drone Sharpnel 

Officials under US President Donald Trump have exempted oil and gas drilling operations in the Gulf from endangered species protections, allowing energy companies to continue extraction activities without certain environmental restrictions. The move has sparked criticism from environmental groups, who argue it could harm marine ecosystems and wildlife, while supporters say it boosts energy production and economic activity amid global oil market pressures.


Donald Trump Officials Exempt Gulf Oil Drilling From Species Rules

US President Donald Trump said the United States could end its military campaign and leave Iran within the next two to three weeks, even without a formal agreement with Tehran, marking a possible swift close to the ongoing conflict. His remarks highlight shifting US strategy as tensions in the Middle East and global markets feel the impact of the war.


Donald Trump Says US Could Leave Iran In Two To Three Weeks

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