Putin hosts BRICS Summit to show his strong global ties despite Western sanctions
The summit comes as Russian President Vladimir Putin seeks to demonstrate that Western attempts to isolate Moscow over the two-and-a-half-year offensive have failed.
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Iran targets Israel in a massive ballistic missile attack
The missiles were intercepted by Israel’s Arrow and Iron Dome missile defense systems.
Major war between Israel and Hezbollah looming in Lebanon
Since October 8, Hezbollah has launched approximately 9,000 rockets at Israel, causing the internal displacement of approximately 60,000 Israelis who live in towns and communities near Israel’s northern border.
Thousands are dead or injured after Hezbollah operatives’ devices explode
The explosions occurred in multiple locations, including in private homes. Injuries were reported in Dahieh, Ghaziyeh, and Al-Sarafand in southern Lebanon.
Trump targeted in second assassination attempt
The suspect, Ryan Wesley Routh, was quickly apprehended by law enforcement.
ISIS looking to carry out attacks around the world
ISIS influence has spread to the western hemisphere in recent years and there have been several attempts by westerners to carry out an ISIS attack.
Vice President Harris gives joint first interview with Walz
“My values have not changed,” Harris emphasized several times during the interview.
Democrats project enormous energy at the DNC as they prepare to nominate VP Harris
As she spends time in the spotlight, Harris is proving to the American people that she has the tools for the job and can fill the role of president with the type of leadership the country so badly wants.
Ukrainian forces conquer Russian territory in first since WWII
President Zelenskyy announced that Ukrainian forces have taken full control of Sudzha, the largest Russian town captured since the start of their cross-border incursion on August 6.
Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh assassinated in Tehran
The two most senior members of the Hamas political bureau have now been eliminated.