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At least nine people died in Russia and three in Ukraine after heavy attacks on Monday. Russian officials said drone debris killed six in Gelendzhik, while three others died in Crimea. Meanwhile, a Russian strike on a gas station killed three people in Ukraine as the ongoing war continues.
A court case opened Monday challenging South Africa's new law that allows the government to seize private land. The Democratic Alliance and lobby groups argued the law violates constitutional property protections. President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Expropriation Act last year, which caused strained relations with the administration of Donald Trump.
Palestinians in Gaza said on Monday Donald Trump’s peace plan is out of touch after Israel killed 18 people. Residents feel the recent strikes shattered hope for progress. Aya Mohammad Zaki said, "It was as if the war has resumed." Many families now live in damaged buildings or makeshift tents.
The Trump administration’s plan to move thousands of Department of Agriculture employees from Washington could risk research, trade, and aid programs. Many staff members said they will not relocate. Collin Bradley, a union president, said, "Everyone is asking how did you come to these decisions, and no one has answers."
Myanmar’s government released photos of Aung San Suu Kyi on Monday amid growing health concerns. The images showed her meeting an International Committee of the Red Cross representative and celebrating her 81st birthday. The ICRC said, "The visit was carried out in accordance with the ICRC's standards and procedures."
The Democratic National Committee released a draft of the 2024 autopsy in May, but the author says a key chapter was missing. The document explores how major events shaped American politics over time. It looks at how past election outcomes changed after crises like 9-11 and the 2008 economic meltdown.
The Democratic National Committee published a draft autopsy of its 2024 election losses this May. Author Paul Rivera said the party left out a key chapter about President Biden and campaign strategy. Chairman Ken Martin denied receiving it, saying, "That is false. This alleged report section was not in any binder."
Pakistan-administered Kashmir faces a major political crisis as deadly protests demand electoral reforms. The second phase of regional elections took place on Sunday despite business shutdowns. The final round is scheduled for August 10. Protesters seek more political rights, while the government says it is exercising wisdom and maintaining peace.
As the US-Israeli war on Iran enters its sixth month, Washington hopes military pressure will fracture Tehran. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iranian officials contacted the Trump administration, showing internal divisions. Mojtaba Khamenei now faces a major test to unite rival visions for Iran’s future into a binding strategy.
On 21 May, gunmen killed 20 people at a palm oil farm in Rigores, Honduras. Malcolm, a local father, said, “We have seen a lot of violence in the Aguán, but never a massacre like this.” Farmers and corporations have fought over this fertile land for 30 long years.
Israeli forces intensified military operations in Gaza, killing 19 Palestinians on Saturday. This brought the weekend death toll to 26 people. Despite Hamas accepting a peace roadmap, Israel continues attacks, citing security concerns. Spokesperson Doron Spielman said, “Israeli forces would not withdraw until the complete demilitarisation of Hamas,” threatening the plan.
Iran is in talks with Oman about a new temporary shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, but Tehran said it is not reviving talks with the US. Spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said on Monday: “We are now talking about a corridor that will have a round trip route.”