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Yemen's Houthi group launched drones and ballistic missiles at Saudi-led coalition and government military sites in Marib and Hadramout, killing at least 30 soldiers. The attacks mark a significant escalation in the long-running conflict, with analysts warning of an imminent ground war.
The UN Security Council condemned the suicide bombing in Swat that killed at least 16 people, while Pakistan warned the body about terrorist groups operating from Afghanistan. The attack, claimed by the TTP, underscored Pakistan's regional security concerns, including its allegations of state terrorism in Kashmir.
A series of Houthi missile and drone attacks on Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces killed at least 58 troops and wounded dozens, while separate strikes in Saudi Arabia injured more than 10 civilians. The rebels said the attacks were in response to a Saudi-backed military build-up, raising fears of a return to full-scale war.
A bomb planted on a minibus exploded in the predominantly Druze town of Jaramana near Damascus, killing two people and wounding 14. Syrian authorities attributed the blast to an explosive device, and no group has claimed responsibility. The incident adds to a series of attacks in the Syrian capital and its suburbs since the fall of Bashar al-Assad.
At the International Conference on Veterans Affairs in Washington, officials from South Korea, the U.S., and other Korean War participating nations called for greater solidarity amid security challenges, including North Korea's military threats. The forum, held for the first time outside South Korea, also marked the U.S. 250th anniversary of independence and highlighted commitments to recovering the remains of fallen troops.
Foreign ministers of Pakistan, Egypt, Turkiye, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE issued a joint statement condemning Israeli actions in Gaza as a clear breach of international law, urging the international community to compel Israel to comply with its obligations.
Foreign ministers from eight Arab and Muslim countries issued a joint statement strongly condemning Israeli actions in Gaza, particularly the targeting of hospitals and medical personnel. The statement, published by Qatar's Foreign Ministry, calls the strikes a grave breach of international humanitarian law and a violation of the ceasefire framework.
Israeli prosecutors have charged settler Yinon Levi with reckless manslaughter over the July 2025 death of Palestinian activist Awdah Hathaleen in the West Bank. The indictment, the first such case in years, also includes charges of armed trespassing and property damage, drawing reactions from rights groups and Levi's defense.
Ukrainian drones hit an oil refinery in Siberia in a new wave of attacks, while Kazakhstan's president told Russia's Vladimir Putin the war should end. Russian-installed officials reported civilian deaths in occupied areas, and Kyiv said Russian strikes killed five people in eastern and southern Ukraine.
Reports from Yemen indicate that Houthi attacks on military camps in Marib and Hadramout have killed at least 30 government troops, with some sources putting the toll at 45. The attacks targeted two camps, and the death toll may rise.
The UN World Food Program reports that child wasting has reached critical levels in a third of Afghanistan's provinces, with nearly 3.7 million children projected to suffer from acute malnutrition this year. Funding shortfalls have forced the agency to scale back operations, closing 142 health centres in 2025 and leaving many children without access to nutrition treatment.
Myanmar's leader Min Aung Hlaing made an official visit to Thailand, seeking to thaw diplomatic isolation and push for re-engagement with ASEAN, amid a civil war that has killed an estimated 100,000 people. The visit drew criticism from activist groups, while Thai officials called for a 'calibrated re-engagement' with their neighbour.
Pakistan's Foreign Office has condemned recent statements by Indian officials regarding the Kashmir dispute and the ongoing elections in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that India lacks the standing to comment on the region's democratic process. The remarks come amid heightened tensions and follow India's criticism of the elections as a 'farce.'
Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has made her first public appearance since fleeing to India two years ago, vowing to return to Bangladesh in December despite facing a death sentence for crimes against humanity. Her remarks, delivered via audio at a New Delhi event, marked the second anniversary of the uprising that toppled her government, as Bangladesh seeks her extradition.
Hiroshima on Thursday marked the 81st anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing, with Mayor Kazumi Matsui criticising major powers for waging wars and justifying nuclear weapons. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, attending the memorial for the first time, avoided a specific pledge to maintain Japan's non-nuclear principles, instead saying she would pursue a 'realistic approach.'
A drone attack on a crowded beach in the Russian Black Sea resort of Arkhipo-Osipovka killed seven people, including children, and injured dozens. Russian officials accuse Ukraine of deliberately targeting civilians, while a Ukrainian military officer claims the deaths were caused by Russian air defenses intercepting the drone. The incident adds to rising civilian casualties in the ongoing conflict.
South Korea's Unification Minister Chung Dong-young has defended his ministry's push for peaceful coexistence with North Korea after President Lee Jae Myung urged caution. The initiative includes dropping the 'main enemy' label and using North Korea's official name, but has faced skepticism from the foreign minister and concerns about being too dovish.
The UN human rights chief says Iran has executed at least 56 people on national security-related charges since March, using capital punishment to instil fear and suppress dissent. More than 100 others are at risk, and concerns include lack of fair trials and allegations of torture.
A Russian overnight attack on Kyiv and the surrounding region killed at least 17 people and wounded dozens more. Ukraine's air force downed 98 of 115 drones but said it stopped none of the ballistic missiles, prompting President Zelenskyy to renew his call for more interceptor supplies.
Israel's military resumed strikes on southern Lebanon on Wednesday, blaming Hezbollah for ceasefire violations, as U.S.-backed talks continued in Rome. At least one person was killed and 11 wounded, while two Israeli reservists died in combat. The talks are expected to resume Thursday.