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North Korea tests new missile launch system
North Korea said it tested a new lightweight multi-purpose missile launching system and a multiple tactical cruise missile weapon system, with Kim Jong Un overseeing the launch. South Korea previously reported several projectiles fired off North Korea’s west coast, including a ballistic missile, amid a recent surge in weapons tests.
Israeli strikes intensify in southern Lebanon
Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon killed 31 people and injured 40 more as forces expanded strikes and issued displacement orders across towns and villages. The escalation has triggered panic and mass flight in the south as Israeli ground forces push deeper into Lebanese territory.
U.S. strikes on southern Iran raise ceasefire concerns
Iranian officials have denounced U.S. attacks on southern Iran as violations of the ceasefire, saying trust in the diplomacy process is now extremely low. The strikes have complicated ongoing efforts to end the conflict and are being watched closely alongside negotiations in Qatar.
U.S. and Iran continue high-stakes nuclear talks
Despite the new strikes, U.S. and Iranian officials continue talks in Qatar aimed at preventing a return to full-scale war. Israeli reporting says Jerusalem is worried any emerging framework may offer sanctions relief without fully dismantling Iran’s nuclear capabilities.
Ken Paxton defeats John Cornyn in Texas GOP runoff
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the Republican runoff, clearing the way for a general-election matchup with Democratic state Rep. James Talarico. The result marks a major shift in Texas Republican politics and followed a late endorsement from President Trump.
Ebola outbreak prompts emergency screening preparations
The CDC is seeking volunteers to help screen travelers arriving in the United States for Ebola as concern grows over an outbreak in central Africa. U.S. health officials say the risk of spread remains low, but preparations are being stepped up ahead of major international travel volumes.
Canada pauses travel documents from Ebola-affected countries
Canada said it will stop processing travel documents from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan beginning Thursday because of an Ebola outbreak. The pause covers temporary and permanent resident visas and electronic travel authorizations, while Canadian citizens remain exempt.
EU leaders move to strengthen anti-drone defenses
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said recent drone incursions into EU airspace were not isolated and pointed to Russia as a destabilizing actor. She urged closer cooperation with NATO and additional capabilities to protect Europe’s eastern flank.
Belgium train collision kills four, including children
At least four people were killed, including two children, when a train collided with a school minibus in Buizingen, Belgium. Five children were taken to hospital in critical condition but were later reported stable, according to local police.
Ukraine war and European security remain central in EU talks
EU security discussions are intensifying as leaders respond to drone incidents and broader concerns about Russia’s pressure on European democracies. The focus is on improving defensive readiness, especially in vulnerable eastern-border states.
Australia Sydney Harbour drone show goes off course
Nearly 90 drones veered off course during a light show over Sydney Harbour, creating an unexpected public safety and crowd-control issue. Officials are reviewing what caused the technical malfunction after the spectacle deviated from its planned path.
NASA outlines next steps toward a lunar base
NASA says it is moving forward with plans for a future moon base following the progress of Artemis missions. The agency’s latest update emphasizes long-term lunar infrastructure and the possibility of international partnerships, including a role for Canada.