The next war won’t start with a bang, it’ll begin with a base. From China’s massive Pentagon-style HQ to Russia’s new outpost in the Red Sea, and U.S. and Indian expansions in the Pacific, global powers are redrawing the map of control.  Here are the top five powerful military facilities that will determine the next world war.

Top secret military bases that could start the next war

Barcelona and Real Madrid legends were in India for an exhibition El Clasico match in Navi Mumbai. One of the stars on the pitch was Netherlands legend Frank de Boer—the 1998–99 La Liga winner, who earned 112 caps for his country and was part of the iconic Ajax team of the late '90s. In an exclusive interview with WION correspondent Shibasish Nandi, De Boer spoke about:
- The current players defining the El Clasico rivalry
- His Ballon d'Or favourites
- Whether the AIFF should allow Indian-origin players to represent the national team

Boer: Barcelona can win the treble | Exclusive interview ahead of UCL clash vs Borussia Dortmund

#GRAVITAS | Another child had died from Measles as America battles its worst outbreak in over 30 years. In the latest, the U.S. Secretary of health and human services met with the parents of the deceased. Once an anti-vaxxer, he has now advocated for MMR vaccines to limit outbreak. Watch this report to find out more.

Robert F Kennedy Jr meets parents of deceased children, endorses MMR vaccine

In a moment that added some unexpected action to the election campaign, Australia's opposition leader Peter Dutton accidentally kicked an Australian rules football into a cameraman. The ball struck the cameraman's forehead, leaving him with an injury. Take a look.

Australia opposition leader injures cameraman after kicking football

The war between Ukraine and Russia has entered a new phase of intensity with both sides trading blows in a conflict that shows no signs of abetting. Moscow is denying firing on civilian infrastructure after a deadly strike on the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih that killed 20 people, including nine children. Watch in for more details!

Russia-ukraine war: Ukraine rushes troops to frontlines amid training concerns

Tensions between the US and Iran escalate as Iran issues a stern warning to President Trump. Meanwhile, Houthi rebels launch a missile barrage, further intensifying the conflict. The global community watches closely as fears of a larger confrontation grow. Will these developments mark the beginning of a global war? Stay tuned for live updates on this ongoing crisis.

Iranian military on high-alert after trump moves bombers

#Gravitas Two of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's aides are suspected to have taken money from Qatar in exchange for turning public perception about the Gulf State domestically, and project Egypt in a negative light.

Netanyahu accused of taking money from Qatar?

#Gravitas China is reportedly planning to construct a brand-new airfield in Bangladesh’s Lalmonirhat district, right at India’s doorstep.

Bangladesh offers China air base near India's chicken neck?

#Gravitas Israeli airstrikes continue to pound Gaza, killing at least 57 people in 24 hours.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel pounds Gaza with bombs, death toll continues to rise

#GRAVITAS | Heavy rains have lashed parts of quake-hit Myanmar, complicating relief efforts and raising the risk of disease. Watch this video to find out more.

Death toll from Myanmar's earthquake reaches 3,564

The chief minister of India's state of Madhya Pradesh has vowed strict action in a case involving an allegedly fake cardiologist that led to seven deaths. It is alleged that the fake cardiologist was treating patients without valid credentials at a missionary hospital in Damoh district. Watch in for more details!

India: 'Fake' doctor performs procedure allegedly leaving seven dead

Tensions are flaring up at the South China Sea after Taiwan. The Philippines has now raised an alarm over China's increasing aggression and dangerous maneuvers at the disputed waters. These are the images of the Philippines Coast Guard confronting a Chinese Coast Guard vessel, which it claims entered into the exclusive economic zone of the country.

Philippines accuses china of dangerous manoeuvres in South China Sea

Putin unleashes onslaught, ukrainian recruits face battle with minimal training

Australia's opposition leader accidentally hits cameraman with a ball

Turkey is going through its biggest political change in a decade. The country's Republican People's Party is looking to capitalize on sympathy following the arrest of former Eastern Ekrem İmamoğlu. Despite a government crackdown, the Republican People's Party, also known as CHP, is stepping up pressure on Erdogan to call elections. In the absence of İmamoğlu Party chairperson Özgür Özel is leading the charge against the incumbent president. Watch in for more details!

Turkey: Erdogan faces biggest political challenge in a decad

France's political landscape is going through a dramatic turnaround after far-right leader Marine Le Pen's conviction in an embezzlement case. Thousands are out on the streets again, many in support of Le Pen while there are others who support her conviction. But amid the divide, the National Rally leader is determined to fight for her political future.

France: Le Pen evokes 'spirit of Martin Luther king' in Sunday's speech

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has threatened Trump. Khamenei said that the U.S. would receive a strong blow if it acted on President Trump's threat to bomb unless Tehran reaches a new nuclear deal with Washington. Trump reiterated his threat on Sunday that Iran would be bombed if it does not accept his offer for talks outlined in a letter sent to Iran's leadership in early March. Watch in for more details!

US vs Iran: Iran boosts air defences against possible US-Israel attack

The US markets have now opened and they have opened in red. The global market meltdown deepens as tariff turmoil spreads across asset classes and regions alike. Another Black Monday style collapse similar to 1987 is already playing out with stocks from Sydney to Shanghai to London crashing. Watch in for more details!

Global stock market tumbles: polymarket bets on US recession at an all-time high

Global stock market tumbles: Bitcoin crashes over 7% to below $78,000

Environmentalists in India's Chennai city are leading from the front to protect the endangered olive ridley sea turtles. Thousands of these turtles have been saved by local residents who keep up a vigil through the night on Chennai's beaches.

Environmentalists sound alarm over olive ridley turtle deaths

The Trump administration and the tariffs has created free ripples in the European stock market. European stocks tunked by 5% further deepening a global market route. Indices were in freefall with Paris diving more than 6%, London sliding nearly 6%, losses of more than 5% in Amsterdam and Oslo, and Milan down over 3%. Watch in for more details!

European stocks tank as Trump tariff takes effect

A flash flood emergency has been issued for the Midwest and South as forecasters warn of a historic deluge with up to 21 inches of rain expected in some areas. Floodwaters can be seen across multiple states in the U.S. A spring storm that started on April 2 continued to disrupt daily life. In Arkansas, the severe weather on Saturday caused multiple road closures across the southern state. Watch in for more details!

US flood: Emergency declared in US? 'One-In-1000-Year' flash flood warning for Midwest & South US

The global market meltdown deepened as the tariff turmoil spread across asset classes and regions. Another Black Monday-style collapse similar to 1987 is already playing out with stocks from Sydney to Shanghai to London crashing.

Global Stock Market Tumbles: Analysts Warn of 1987 Crash Repeat

'Black monday' already playing out on recession bets

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