India Calls Pakistan's Fresh Masood Azhar Bounty a 'Gimmick', Demands Concrete Action
India has dismissed Pakistan's renewed seven-million-rupee bounty on Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar as a gimmick, demanding concrete action against terrorism.
Defence & Security
FBI Foils Russian Intelligence Plot for Targeted Killings, Indictment Says
Federal authorities unsealed an indictment charging five people over an alleged Russian intelligence network that plotted targeted killings in the US and Europe.
Saudi-led coalition downs Houthi drone near Mecca; blasts reported on Iran's Qeshm Island
Saudi-led coalition intercepts a Houthi drone south of Mecca, explosions hit Iran's Qeshm Island, and US war costs climb to $38 billion.
Yemen, Saudi envoys warn UN Security Council over Houthi escalation
Yemen and Saudi envoys told an emergency UN Security Council meeting that Houthi attacks threaten the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and global shipping, as thousands flee to Djibouti.
US Approves $2.8 Billion Bomb Sale to Israel, Reviving Paused 2,000-Pound Shipment
The Trump administration has cleared a $2.8 billion arms package for Israel featuring 40,000 2,000-pound bombs, reversing a Biden-era pause.
North Korea Blames US 'Nuclear Submarine Alliance' for Arms Buildup
North Korea accused the US of expanding a nuclear submarine alliance, citing AUKUS and allied submarine ambitions to justify its own nuclear-armed submarine programme.
US Confirms On-Orbit Weapons, Marking New Phase in Space Rivalry
Top US military-space officials have publicly confirmed the operation of weapons in Earth's orbit, drawing sharp responses from China and Russia.
Sissi and Saudi crown prince hold Cairo talks amid rising regional threats
Egypt's president and Saudi Arabia's crown prince wrapped up talks in Cairo focused on bilateral ties and shared regional concerns.
Republican Lawmaker Files Impeachment Articles Against Hegseth Over Iran War
Rep. Thomas Massie filed privileged impeachment articles against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over the Iran war, forcing a possible House vote.
Punjab Police Take Custody of Bishnoi Gang Associate After Deportation
Karamveer Singh, an associate of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, was arrested by Punjab Police's AGTF at IGI Airport after being deported from Canada.
Germany, US Still Finalising Details of Tomahawk Missile Deal, Says Pistorius
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius says details of a planned Tomahawk cruise missile purchase are still being worked out after talks with US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Iran war has cost Pentagon over $38 billion, CBO estimates
The Congressional Budget Office says the U.S. war against Iran has cost the Defense Department more than $38 billion through Aug. 1, with monthly costs of up to $3 billion or more.
Saudi Crown Prince Seeks Egypt's Backing as Houthi Attacks Threaten Red Sea Oil Routes
Saudi crown prince meets Egypt's president in Cairo as Houthi attacks on shipping and a damaged pipeline threaten the kingdom's oil exports.
Iran War Has Cost $38 Billion, CBO Estimates, With $3 Billion Monthly Rise
The six-month U.S. war against Iran has cost $38 billion through August 1 and is projected to rise by $3 billion a month, the CBO says.
Italy's defence minister thanks pilots after drone downed over Lithuania
Italy's defence minister visited Lithuania to thank Italian pilots whose Eurofighters shot down an unidentified drone in Lithuanian airspace overnight.
Harry and Meghan Move Children to New School Over Security Concerns
Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet have changed schools weeks after the family relocated to the U.K. from California.
US Military Destroys Two Iranian Boats Over Drone Seizure Attempt
US Central Command says it destroyed two Iranian boats that attempted to seize a Saildrone in regional waters, as Iran reports missing fishermen.
Colombia rescues eight hostages held by ELN in Catatumbo
Colombian forces rescued eight people held hostage for nearly two years by the ELN guerrilla group in the Catatumbo region near Venezuela, the president said.
US Judge Signals January Trial Start for Libyan Charged in Pan Am 103 Bombing
A federal judge is eyeing Jan. 19 for jury selection in the US trial of a former Libyan intelligence official charged in the 1988 Pan Am Flight 103 bombing.
Two Kuki-Zo women shot dead in Manipur's Tamenglong; KZC condemns attacks
Two Kuki-Zo women were shot dead at a farm in Leijangphai, Tamenglong district, two days after four civilians were killed in the same region.