Amid continuous international condemnation of the events in Al-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur state in western Sudan, since the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) seized control last week, survivors who reached the nearby town of Tawila spoke of "mass killings, shooting of children in front of their parents, and beating and looting of civilians as they tried to flee." According to Agence France-Presse (AFP) , many survivors also confirmed that those fleeing were separated based

US President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that the United States will resume testing its nuclear weapons arsenal "immediately," without providing additional details. This announcement follows Russian President Vladimir Putin's statement on Wednesday that Moscow successfully tested a nuclear-capable Russian underwater drone, defying Washington's warnings. Trump's Order to Resume Testing The Decision and Platform:  Trump wrote on Truth Social  that he directed the "Depart

The summit between US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, held on Thursday in South Korea, carried significant political implications, with Trump announcing an agreement to "work together" on the war in Ukraine. Outcomes of the Bilateral Summit Cooperation on Ukraine:  Trump told reporters from Air Force One that " Ukraine was a major point of interest. We talked about it extensively, and we will be working together to see if we can get something do

The Israeli Army stated that the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is on its way to an area in central Gaza to transport the remains of two hostages, as Hamas announced it would hand them over on Thursday evening. Handover of Remains and Ceasefire Tensions Announcement and Delivery:  The Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades , the military wing of Hamas, announced they would deliver the bodies of two Israeli hostages at 4 PM Gaza time, as part of the " Al-Aqsa Flood pri

US President Donald Trump instructed the Pentagon (which he referred to as the Department of War) to immediately begin nuclear weapons testing with other nations, just hours before his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea. Decision to Resume Nuclear Testing Trump's Directive:  Trump stated on Truth Social : "Because of testing programs being conducted by other countries, I have instructed the Department of Defense to begin testing our Nuclear Weapons on an

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Thursday instructed Army Commander Rudolph Hekal to ensure the Lebanese Army confronts any Israeli incursion into southern Lebanon, following an early morning raid that resulted in the death of a Lebanese employee. Incident Details and Lebanese Stance The Incursion and Victim:  Army Commander Hekal briefed President Aoun on the details of the Israeli incursion that occurred in the town of Blida  at dawn on Thursday, which resulted in the kill

The commander of Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), Lieutenant General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (known as Hemedti), admitted that violations were committed by his forces in Al-Fasher in the west of the country, pledging to open an investigation into the incidents. Hemedti’s Admission and Investigation Pledge Admission:  Hemedti’s statements followed widespread accusations by human rights organizations and medical unions against RSF fighters for committing atrocitie

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr El-Aati affirmed on Wednesday his country's full support for the Sudanese people and its commitment to continuing efforts aimed at achieving stability and peace in Sudan. Truce Efforts and Situation in Al-Fasher Bilateral Meeting:  This came during El-Aati's reception of his Sudanese counterpart, Moezeldin Salem . The ministers discussed the latest developments in Sudan, particularly the humanitarian and security situation in Al-Fasher , accordi

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) condemned the Hamas movement after the Israeli Army released a video showing a "staged" burial and excavation of body remains in Gaza, intended to present the remains as a new discovery to the Committee's representatives. Details of the 'Deception' and ICRC Condemnation Drone Footage:  The Israeli Army pointed to drone footage captured on Tuesday, showing Hamas members removing body remains from a bag inside a building, drag

The Hamas movement announced on Tuesday evening that it had found the bodies of two additional hostages in the Gaza Strip, amid a new escalation of violence. Details of Finding the Bodies and Delivery Delay The Announcement:  The Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades , the movement's military wing, stated in a release on its Telegram channel Tuesday evening that they recovered the two bodies and published their names. It was not immediately clear whether the bodies would be handed ov

The American newspaper The Washington Post reported, citing satellite imagery, the presence of military vehicles belonging to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Al-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur state in western Sudan, near bodies and large blood stains visible from the air. Over the past 24 hours, reports and testimonies of atrocities and massacres committed by the RSF in Al-Fasher have mounted. Atrocities and Ethnically Motivated Massacres Aid Worker Testimonies:  An ai

With the death toll rising to nearly 100 people in the Gaza Strip, including about 30 children, following recent Israeli airstrikes, the Israeli Army announced on Wednesday the resumption of the fragile ceasefire agreement. Ceasefire Confirmation and Threat of Retaliation Implementing the Agreement:  The Israeli Army confirmed in a statement that its forces " will continue to implement the Gaza agreement ," but stressed at the same time that they " will respond forcefully to

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun received the Director of Egyptian General Intelligence, Minister Hassan Mahmoud Rashad, accompanied by a delegation, at the Baabda Palace on Tuesday afternoon. The meeting was attended by the Director General of General Security, Major General Hassan Shqair, and the Director of Army Intelligence, Brigadier General Antoine Kahwaji. Meeting Highlights and Egyptian Role Greetings and Support:  At the outset of the meeting, Minister Rashad conveyed

Israel announced that the remains of a body returned by Hamas on Monday do not belong to any of the thirteen civilian hostages still held in the Gaza Strip. Israel views this act as a "violation" of the agreement and is considering imposing immediate sanctions. Details of the 'False Corpse' and Israeli Response Examination:  The Israeli forensic institute is examining the remains to determine if they belong to another Israeli hostage previously returned for burial in Israel,

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned on Monday that Kyiv intends to expand its drone and missile attacks to include additional Russian regions, stressing that long-range attack capabilities are a crucial element for ensuring peace. Escalation and Geographical Expansion Essential Component of Peace:  In his evening video message, Zelenskyy stated: "The capabilities to launch long-range attacks are a component of our independence and will be the most important compone

US President Donald Trump affirmed to the new Japanese Prime Minister, Sanae Takayishi, in Tokyo on Tuesday that the United States is an ally of the archipelago "at the highest level." This statement comes as his administration urges Japan to increase its defense spending. Bilateral Relations and Key Issues Confirmation of Partnership:  During his meeting with Takayishi, Trump stated: "I have always had a great love and deep respect for Japan. I want to assure you that this w

North Korea strongly criticized Japan's recent defense reinforcements on Monday, warning that these actions could make Tokyo a target for powerful retaliation from neighboring countries. Details of the Threat and Japanese Measures Source of Warning:  The warning was issued in Monday's edition of the Rodong Sinmun , North Korea's most widely circulated newspaper. Criticized Japanese Measures:  The newspaper cited Japanese actions such as: The recent launch of the sixth Taigei-

The Lebanese National News Agency reported Monday the arrival of US Envoy Morgan Ortagus in the capital, Beirut. This visit comes amidst growing fears in Lebanon that Israel might launch a new, large-scale air war against Hezbollah. Purpose of the Visit and Escalating Tensions Ortagus's Goal:  Informed sources revealed that Ortagus will seek to prevent the deterioration of the situation or the expansion of the war  in the region during her visit to Beirut. Israeli Escalation:

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Monday that Washington does not consider the strike, which Israel claimed targeted a member of an armed Palestinian movement in the Gaza Strip, a violation of the US-backed ceasefire. Israel  stated that on Saturday it targeted a member of the Islamic Jihad  movement who was allegedly planning to attack Israeli forces. US Stance and Justification for the Strike Right to Self-Defense:  Speaking aboard President Donald Trump’s plane en rou

Caracas denounced the docking of a US warship in Trinidad and Tobago on Sunday, calling it a "provocation" that could lead to war, amidst increasing pressure from US President Donald Trump on his Venezuelan counterpart Nicolás Maduro. Details of Military Provocation and US Pressure Warship Arrival:  Authorities in the archipelago, located about 10 kilometers from Venezuela, announced the arrival of the US destroyer " USS Gravely " accompanied by a Marine unit, to officially p