Okinawa Votes for Governor as US Base Row Simmers
Okinawans voted for governor on Sunday, with turnout up from four years ago as the US base dispute at Henoko looms over the race.
Defence & Security
Ukraine and Russia Trade Deadly Drone Strikes Across Frontlines
Ukrainian drones killed two in Russia's Tatarstan, while Russian attacks injured nine in Odesa and struck near the Polish border.
India, Vietnam push defence industrial ties, eye policy dialogue at Aero India 2027
India and Vietnam discussed defence industrial collaboration, technology sharing and regional security, agreeing to hold the next Defence Policy Dialogue in India alongside Aero India 2027.
Yemen official vows forces will regroup and return to Red Sea coast
A senior Yemeni government official says forces that withdrew from the west coast are regrouping and will return to fight Houthi rebels who seized Mokha and Mayun Island.
Russia and Ukraine Trade Deep Strikes as Talks Remain Unsettled
Russia struck energy and transport sites in southern Ukraine overnight, while Ukrainian drones hit refining hubs deep inside Russia. Talks on ending the war remain unresolved.
BRICS Leaders Adopt New Delhi Declaration 2026, Call for Restraint in Middle East
BRICS leaders adopted the New Delhi Declaration 2026 unanimously, calling for calm in the Middle East and condemning unilateral tariffs and sanctions.
Houthis Say They Hit Saudi Base as Fighting Flares Around Bab al-Mandab
Houthis claim missile and drone strikes on Saudi Arabia's Sharurah base, as Saudi civil defence reports injuries in Jazan and fighting escalates near Mocha and Bab al-Mandab.
Russia Accuses Ukraine of Deadly Strike on Fuel Trucks Near Zaporizhzhia Plant
The head of Russia's state nuclear corporation says Ukrainian strikes on diesel fuel trucks near the Zaporizhzhia plant killed two Russian servicemen and injured others.
Iranian Ship Hit Near Strait of Hormuz; Houthis Fire on Saudi Arabia
An Iranian commercial vessel was struck near the Strait of Hormuz, killing one and wounding three, while Houthi rebels claimed attacks on southern Saudi Arabia.
New Attack Reported in Strait of Hormuz as Saudi Pipeline Shutdown Deepens Oil Supply Fears
A projectile hit a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, UKMTO says, as Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline stays shut after a drone attack.
Trespasser Reported at Kamala Harris' Malibu Residence
A trespasser was reported at Kamala Harris' Malibu home Friday night. Deputies advised the person to leave, and they did so voluntarily.
Iran Distances Itself From Saudi Pipeline Attack as Vessel Hit in Strait of Hormuz
Iran denies involvement in the Saudi pipeline attack, Trump hints at Iranian responsibility, and a vessel is struck in the Strait of Hormuz.
Ladakh LG Rejects Protected Area Boundary Report, Orders Rights Settlement in Two Months
Ladakh LG Vinai Kumar Saxena has rejected a sub-committee report on protected area boundaries, directing officials to settle community rights within two months.
Ukraine Braces for Harsh Winter as Russian Strikes Deepen Budget Crisis
Ukrainian officials warn of a difficult winter as Russian attacks on infrastructure and ports cost about 1.5 percentage points of GDP and budget revenue falls short.
Brics leaders unite on West Asia de-escalation, tariff concerns in joint statement
Brics members issued a unanimous joint statement on the first day of the Leadership Summit, calling for de-escalation in West Asia and reforms to global governance.
Centre to fast-track Adilabad joint user airfield, nodal officers named
The Centre has decided to fast-track a Joint User Airfield in Adilabad, with nodal officers to be appointed by next week and the DPR and master plan to be expedited.
BRICS New Delhi Declaration Names Pahalgam Attack, Backs Zero Tolerance for Terror
The New Delhi Declaration adopted at the 18th BRICS Summit again condemns the April 2025 Pahalgam attack and urges zero tolerance for terrorism.
Malkajgiri Police Seek Custody of Ex-Havaldar in Bolarum Arms Theft Case
Malkajgiri police will move court for seven-day custody of former Army Havaldar Upputholla Mallesh, arrested over the theft of firearms and ammunition from the 20 Battalion, Madras Regiment, in Bolarum.
Bulgaria Probes Fire at EMCO Arms Depot, Sabotage Not Ruled Out
Bulgarian authorities are investigating a fire at an EMCO weapons storage site, weighing sabotage and possible links to earlier blazes at the arms firm's facilities.
Balochistan CM Rules Out Talks With Insurgents, Vows Operations Will Continue
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti ruled out negotiations with insurgents, saying security operations will continue until terrorism is eliminated.