The British Type 45 destroyer HMS Dragon has arrived in the eastern Mediterranean following a six-day emergency refit, amid heightened tensions after an Iranian drone attack on RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus.
Fort Washington Park in Maryland remains closed after authorities discovered a series of explosive devices over the weekend, prompting a multi-agency investigation.
President Trump's claims of 'very good' talks with Iran, denied by Tehran, appear timed to calm oil markets as US ultimatums loom over Hormuz Strait closure.
Hong Kong police can now demand passwords for electronic devices from national security suspects, with refusal punishable by jail time and fines under amended legislation.
While Middle East conflicts often involve aerial attacks, southern Lebanon is witnessing a bitter ground war between Israel and Hezbollah, creating a siege scenario with devastating civilian consequences.
President Zelenskyy reveals Russia's plan to open four control stations for long-range attack drones in Belarus, promising retaliation. EU demands clarity from Hungary over alleged information sharing with Russia.
In Pakistan's brick kilns, workers trapped in debt bondage are coerced into selling their kidneys to repay loans, only to find themselves deeper in debt and with worsened health, in a widespread human trafficking crisis.
The Internet Watch Foundation identified 8,029 AI-generated child sexual abuse videos in 2025, a 260-fold increase, with 65% in the most severe category.
Smoke from Israeli attacks on Iran's Shahran oil depot blankets Tehran as experts debate the likelihood of a third world war amid interconnected global conflicts.
Donald Trump's ongoing conflict with Iran mirrors Richard Nixon's 'peace with honor' approach in Vietnam, focusing on political face-saving over genuine resolution, risking global devastation.
Donald Trump asserts productive discussions with Iran, but Tehran denies any contact since US bombing began. Tensions escalate as Israel launches strikes and fuel prices surge globally.
Dan Frolec recounts a 2002 diving trip in Croatia that turned into a nightmare when a friend died in an underwater cave, leading to his wrongful arrest and imprisonment on murder charges.
An Iranian missile struck central Tel Aviv, causing damage and injuries. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promises continued strikes on Iran and Lebanon, dimming hopes for de-escalation.
Iranian missile barrages target Israel and Gulf states as Tehran denies US negotiations. Israeli and US airstrikes continue across the region, with oil prices soaring above $104 per barrel.
A US Park Police officer was seriously wounded in an ambush shooting in southeast Washington DC. Authorities are searching for two suspects as the investigation continues.
Russia has escalated its spring offensive with a massive wave of missile and drone attacks across Ukraine, killing at least five people and damaging critical infrastructure, as Moscow seeks to break Ukrainian resistance.
A Guardian Essential poll shows only 26% of Australians approve of the US-Israel war on Iran, with just 32% backing the government's military deployment to the Middle East.
A drug dealer has been sentenced to 21 years for the murder of a 56-year-old mother in a random assault after a car crash. The victim suffered brain damage and died two days later.
Russian intelligence alleges Ukrainian agents smuggled booby-trapped heated insoles designed to detonate and sever limbs of soldiers, amid escalating conflict and internal crackdowns.
In response to the Golders Green arson attack, UK counter-terrorism police are deploying hundreds of additional officers, including armed units and drones, to safeguard Jewish areas ahead of Passover.
A Metropolitan Police officer has been dismissed and barred after sexually assaulting a colleague at a London pub. The police chief emphasizes women deserve safety and high standards.
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley says it's 'too early' to attribute the arson attack on Jewish ambulances in Golders Green to the Iranian state, as investigations continue into the antisemitic hate crime.
A new poll reveals 40% of Britons believe the UK will be at war within five years, with over two-thirds fearing they couldn't cope. Former military commander General Sir Richard Barrons supports a private initiative to boost national resilience against th
Police investigate an arson attack on a Jewish ambulance service in London, with a newly formed Iran-aligned group claiming responsibility. Authorities warn of rising state threats.
Police investigate an antisemitic arson attack on a Jewish ambulance service in Golders Green, with an Iran-aligned group claiming responsibility. Four ambulances were destroyed in a loud explosion.
MetroTalk readers express outrage over Donald Trump's military actions against Iran, questioning NATO's relevance and predicting catastrophic consequences including World War III.
The Crown Office has confirmed an Iranian man charged after allegedly attempting to enter the Faslane nuclear submarine base has been released pending further inquiries, while no proceedings will be taken against a Romanian woman.
Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamia, a new terror group linked to Iran, claims attacks on Jewish targets across Europe, including ambulance burnings in London and bombings in Belgium, Netherlands, and Greece.
Iran attempted to target a joint US-UK military base on Diego Garcia last week, raising concerns about London's vulnerability to ballistic missile strikes and the state of Britain's air defences.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer acknowledges insufficient funding for defence upgrades while committing to bridge the gap between Treasury and Ministry of Defence priorities.