Two oil tankers are sinking in the Kerch Strait, a key waterway that connects the Black Sea to the Sea of Azov, causing a major emergency. The tankers, named Volganeft 212 and Volganeft 239, sent out distress signals asking for help as powerful winds and huge waves slammed into them.
Former Defense Minister of Brazil, Walter Braga Netto, was arrested on Saturday on serious charges. He is accused of being involved in a plan to stage a military coup, aiming to overturn the results of Brazil’s 2022 presidential election, which was narrowly won by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
In December 2024, the European Union (EU) and the South American trade group, Mercosur, reached a historic deal after 25 years of tough negotiations. This deal promises big benefits: cheaper food for Europeans and cheaper cars for Latin Americans. But there’s one major roadblock to making the deal official –
The Northern Sea Route (NSR), or Sevmorput as it’s called in Russian, stretches along Russia’s Arctic coast, connecting Europe and Asia. This icy route isn’t just a pathway through freezing waters—it’s a vital part of Russia’s economy, helping the country transport massive amounts of oil, gas, and valuable metals. Nuclear-powered
Israel has announced the closure of its embassy in Ireland, blaming what it calls “extreme” anti-Israel policies on the Irish government. This decision highlights a growing divide between the two nations, with accusations flying over human rights, international law, and Israel’s military actions in Gaza. The Israeli Foreign Ministry stated
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is at a crossroads as three of its member countries – Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger – prepare to leave the organization. These nations, all located in the Sahel region, have announced their decision to withdraw, accusing ECOWAS of siding with foreign
Superyachts, the floating palaces of the ultra-wealthy, are facing a new kind of danger that you might not expect: drones. These small, unmanned flying machines have become an unexpected threat to luxury vessels on the water, prompting owners to spend millions of dollars on counter-drone technology to protect their yachts.
Russia is making moves that could change everything in Syria. There are clear signs that Russian forces, including the powerful S-400 missile defense system, are pulling out of Khmeimim Air Base, one of their most important military locations in Syria. At the same time, Russian officials are still claiming that
Tensions are rising between Canada and the U.S. after President-elect Donald Trump threatened to impose steep tariffs on Canadian goods. Now, a top official in Canada, Doug Ford, the Premier of Ontario, is warning that Canada might retaliate by shutting down its energy exports to the United States. Ford has
