Syria detains Assad-era general accused of bloody crackdown on protests
Syrian authorities have detained a former general accused of involvement in a 1982 massacre and directing troops to fire on unarmed protesters in 2011.
The domestic armed threat facing Iran
Iranian authorities have arrested members of alleged anti-revolutionary groups and are monitoring pro-monarchy sentiment and ethnic armed groups along its borders amid ongoing conflict and economic unrest.
Dozens feared trapped in collapsed building in Delhi
A five-storey residential building housing students collapsed in Delhi’s Satya Niketan neighbourhood, with dozens feared trapped and at least three confirmed dead.
Bosnian Serbs strengthen ties with Israel amid tensions
The Israeli Chamber of Commerce opened an office in Banja Luka this week, strengthening ties between Israel and Republika Srpska amid broader international criticism of Israel’s military actions.
Niger military accuses France of orchestrating failed coup: What to know
Niger’s military government accused France of orchestrating a failed mutiny in the capital last week, an allegation France denied. The incident reflects ongoing tensions between the nations following Niger’s 2023 coup.
Energy secretary says US might not reach nuclear agreement with Iran
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Sunday that the US may not reach a nuclear agreement with Iran, citing options including military action or awaiting a new Iranian administration.