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D C Ambush: Afghan National Arrested After Shooting Two National Guard Members

An Afghan national was arrested after a daylight ambush near the White House that wounded two West Virginia National Guard members and later proved fatal to one. Authorities say the suspect drove cross country and previously served with a CIA partner force in Afghanistan, triggering terrorism probes and sweeping immigration reviews

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128 - Reported death toll in the Hong Kong high rise fire as rescue operations conclude

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Afghan National Arrested in Ambush of National Guard Near White House

A man identified as an Afghan national has been arrested after a daylight ambush that wounded two West Virginia National Guard members near the White House. Authorities are investigating motive and whether the attack is an act of terrorism.

National Guard Member Sarah Beckstrom Dies After Washington Shooting

One of the Guard members shot in the Washington ambush succumbed to injuries, prompting national grief and renewed debate over troop deployments in cities. Officials and families are publicly reacting as investigations continue.

Trump Vows Permanent Pause on Migration From Third World Countries

President Trump announced sweeping immigration moves after the D.C. shooting, promising a permanent pause on migration from what he called 'third world' countries. The declaration has sparked immediate policy shifts and political backlash.

White House Orders Reexamination of Green Cards From Countries of Concern

The White House ordered a rigorous review of green cards for nationals from a list of countries of concern following the D.C. shooting. Agencies have begun reexamining cases and vetting processes under the president's directive.

Prosecutors to Seek Death Penalty in DC Guard Shooting Case - Bondi

Federal prosecutors signalled they will pursue the harshest penalties in the ambush that wounded National Guard members. The U.S. Attorney's office said it will seek capital charges amid terrorism and public safety concerns.

FBI Says DC Shooting Suspect Worked With CIA Partner Force in Afghanistan

Officials revealed the suspect in the Washington shooting had served with U.S. partner forces in Afghanistan and had ties to CIA supported units. The disclosure has raised questions about vetting and resettlement programs.

Trump Signals Land Operations Against Venezuelan Drug Networks 'Very Soon'

President Trump signalled an escalation against alleged Venezuelan drug trafficking networks, warning of imminent 'land operations' to stop shipments. Caracas and regional governments are reacting to a possible new military posture.

Hong Kong High Rise Fire Death Toll Climbs to 128 as Rescue Ends

A massive fire devastated a dense Hong Kong housing complex and the death toll climbed as rescue teams wound down operations. The blaze has become the city's deadliest in decades and fuelled public anger over building safety.

Hong Kong Police Arrest Construction Bosses Over Deadly Tower Blaze

Investigators arrested executives from a construction firm tied to the Hong Kong tower where the deadly blaze began. Authorities say the arrests are part of a manslaughter probe as locals demand accountability for safety lapses.

Hong Kong Fire Sparks Fury Over Housing Crisis and Safety Failures

The Hong Kong inferno has reignited long‑running complaints over cramped housing and lax enforcement. Protesters and victims' families are demanding systemic changes as the city faces political and social fallout.

Russian Launch Pad Damaged During Crewed Liftoff - Roscosmos

Russia reported damage to a major launch complex after a crewed mission liftoff, raising concerns about future crewed launches. The incident underscores strains in Moscow's aging space infrastructure amid geopolitical tensions.

Putin Says Ukraine Must Cede Territory for Peace Talks to Proceed

Vladimir Putin hardened demands in peace discussions over Ukraine, insisting Kyiv cede territory as a precondition for any settlement. The stance complicates Western diplomacy and fuels fears of an extended conflict.

Ukraine Vows Not to Give Up Territory as Talks Continue

Ukraine's leadership publicly rejected territorial concessions while talks continue, framing the core issue as national sovereignty. Fighting remains intense in several hotspots as negotiators seek diplomatic pathways.

OpenAI Partners Rack Up Nearly $100bn Debt to Build Data Centers

OpenAI's site-build partners have reportedly taken on nearly $100 billion of debt to scale data centers for AI workloads, stoking questions about finance and concentration in the AI infrastructure race.

OpenAI Admits Data Breach After Analytics Partner Phishing Attack

OpenAI disclosed a data breach tied to an analytics partner that was hit by a phishing attack, raising fresh concerns about security for AI firms. The incident prompted immediate reviews of data access and vendor controls.

CME Halts Futures Trading After Data Center Cooling Issue

The Chicago Mercantile Exchange paused trading after a cooling failure at a major data centre, halting FX, commodity and futures activity. The outage highlighted infrastructure risks in global markets.

UPS Grounds MD11 Fleet Indefinitely After Fatal Kentucky Crash

UPS grounded an aircraft fleet following a fatal cargo plane crash in Kentucky as investigators probe the accident. The grounding of MD‑11 planes threatens holiday shipping capacity and prompts safety inspections.

General Sworn In as Transitional Leader After Guinea‑Bissau Coup

Soldiers in Guinea‑Bissau deposed the president and installed a general as a transitional leader, sparking regional concern. The deposed president has left for Senegal as international calls for restraint mount.

Peru Sentences Ex‑President Pedro Castillo to More Than 11 Years

Peru's Supreme Court handed down a heavy sentence to former president Pedro Castillo for his attempted dissolution of Congress, adding to a spate of high level corruption convictions in the country.

Drone Strike on Iraqi Kurdistan Gas Field Triggers Widespread Outages

A drone attack on a major gas field in Iraqi Kurdistan cut power across the region and disrupted energy flows. Officials are investigating perpetrators and the incident raises security concerns for regional infrastructure.

Israel Strikes Syria and Gaza After West Bank Killings

Israel launched strikes into Syria and Gaza in response to extrajudicial killings and cross border incidents, raising the risk of wider regional escalation. Casualties were reported and global monitors called for restraint.

Tunisia Hands Long Prison Terms to 40 Opposition Leaders and Business Figures

A Tunisian court sentenced dozens of opposition politicians, business figures and media leaders to long prison terms after politically charged trials. The verdicts drew international criticism and deepen Tunisia's political crisis.

Turkmenistan Enacts Law Regulating Cryptocurrency Mining and Exchanges

Central Asian government regulators in Turkmenistan moved to bring cryptocurrency mining and exchange activity under formal control with a new law. The measure aims to curb illicit finance but also to formalise a nascent industry.

Global AI Race Supercharges Taiwan Economy but Many Feel Left Behind

Taiwan's economy has surged on the back of the global AI race with chipmaking and electronics firms enjoying booming demand, yet many citizens report they have not felt broad improvements in living standards.

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