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Today in Dublin, a heartfelt commemoration is taking place to honor the 30th anniversary of the genocide at Srebrenica, situated in eastern Bosnia and Herzegovina. It was here that over 8,000 men and boys lost their lives at the hands of Bosnian Serb forces, a tragedy that shook the very foundations of humanity. This horrific event unfolded in a region designated by the United Nations as a "safe haven." Paul Cunningham, who began his reporting journey amid the conflict in Bosnia in 1993, shares the poignant story of one…

In a tragic development, a Ukrainian F-16 fighter pilot lost his life in a crash while defending the nation against an aggressive Russian air attack, which reportedly involved hundreds of drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles. This incident occurs as Russia intensifies its night-time air strikes during the fourth year of the ongoing conflict. President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged Washington and other Western allies for increased support to enhance Ukraine's air defenses. Following the attack, which caused damage…

A tragic incident unfolded in northern Idaho when a gunman ambushed and fatally shot two firefighters who were bravely responding to a forest fire. One additional firefighter was also wounded during this prolonged ordeal, which ultimately ended with the suspect being found deceased, as reported by the Kootenai County Sheriff's Office. During this unsettling incident at Canfield Mountain—a popular hiking zone near Coeur d'Alene, roughly 420 km east of Seattle—law enforcement and firefighters found themselves under sniper…

French firefighters have been mobilized to combat early summer wildfires as 84 of the country's 101 administrative areas are now on a heatwave alert starting tomorrow and lasting through midweek. In the Aude region of southwestern France, wildfires erupted in the Corbières area, where temperatures reached a staggering 40°C. This situation prompted precautionary evacuations of a campsite and an abbey. The national weather service, Meteo-France, reported that the south of the country experienced temperatures in excess of…

In a striking development, over one-third of the residents of Tuvalu—a small Pacific nation facing an imminent threat from rising sea levels—have applied for a pioneering climate visa to migrate to Australia. This information comes from official figures as the community grapples with the impacts of climate change. Tapugao Falefou, Tuvalu's ambassador to the United Nations, expressed his surprise at the overwhelming interest, stating, "I was startled by the huge number of people vying for this opportunity." The small…

Abdolrahim Mousavi, the Chief of Staff of Iran's armed forces, expressed skepticism regarding Israel's commitment to the ceasefire that concluded their recent 12-day conflict. "We did not initiate this war; however, we have fiercely responded to the aggressor. Our doubts surrounding the enemy's adherence to the ceasefire mean we remain prepared to act decisively if provoked again," he stated, as reported by state television—this coming just six days into the ceasefire announced by U.S. President Donald Trump. His remarks…

The European Commission is preparing to propose an innovative approach to achieving the European Union's climate goals for 2040. According to a document reviewed by Reuters, the Commission plans to allow carbon credits purchased from other countries to contribute toward these ambitious targets. On July 2, the Commission will unveil a legally binding climate target for 2040, marking a significant step in reducing net emissions across the bloc. Initially, the EU aimed for a 90% reduction in net emissions compared to 1990…

It's understandable why Donald Trump might have felt a bit put off by the media's reaction to last weekend's bombing raid in Iran. It was undeniably a significant military operation. However, let me be clear: there is a crucial need for a thorough examination of that operation. The U.S. media has largely fulfilled its duty to scrutinize the official narrative and assess how taxpayer money is utilized. And make no mistake about it—this raid came with a staggering price tag in the billions. Academics and think tanks have…

Europe’s beloved tourist destinations are bracing themselves for an early summer heatwave, with extreme temperature alerts issued across Spain and Greece. In Spain, the weather agency AEMET has raised alarms for scorching conditions that may exceed 40°C this weekend. In Madrid, the normally bustling streets are now dotted with locals and tourists alike, all in search of respite from the sweltering heat. The authorities have issued a severe high-temperature warning, making it a challenging day for everyone. One passerby,…

In a landmark moment for peace in the region, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have officially signed a peace agreement in Washington. This pivotal accord aims to put an end to hostilities that have resulted in the loss of thousands of lives. Both nations have committed to withdrawing support for militant groups, while President Donald Trump has proudly declared a new avenue for securing valuable mineral resources. “Today, the violence and destruction comes to an end, and the entire region begins a new…