Russian missile kills four, wounds dozens in Ukraine's Kryvyi Rih

Russia and Ukraine engaged in heavy aerial attacks overnight, with both sides reporting over 100 enemy drones. Less than 24 hours after meeting with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff to discuss a ceasefire proposal, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed support for the truce but raised conditions. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy endorsed the 30-day ceasefire proposal but voiced concerns about Russia's commitment to the peace talks during virtual meetings with Western allies. Full Article

A navy fighter jet crashed during training exercises near Jialai town on the southern island of Hainan in Beijing, with the pilot escaping unhurt after successfully ejecting from the plane. The incident caused no damage on the ground, and the People's Liberation Army (PLA) is organizing forces to investigate the cause and deal with the aftermath of the crash. Full Article

President Donald Trump ordered airstrikes on Yemen's capital, Sanaa, to combat Iranian-backed Houthi rebels attacking maritime corridors, vowing to use "overwhelming lethal force." Trump emphasized protecting American assets and warned Iran to cease supporting the rebels. The airstrikes followed Houthi threats against Israeli vessels, with explosions reported in Sanaa, though the extent of the damage is unclear. Full Article

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called on Western allies to provide clarity on security guarantees, including the possibility of foreign troops in Ukraine with U.S. support. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer suggested a "coalition of the willing" to secure Ukraine in case of a peace deal with Russia, with Zelenskiy emphasizing the importance of European forces on the ground and U.S. backing for lasting peace. Starmer also proposed a U.S. security backstop to help ensure stability...

Assam Congress spokesperson Reetam Singh was arrested for a social media post insulting a Dalit woman, leading to criticism from the opposition party and defense from Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Singh was taken into custody by the Lakhimpur district police following a complaint from the wife of a BJP MLA regarding his post questioning the status of rape cases against BJP leaders. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh condemned the arrest as "worse than atrocious," while...

Mumbai Indians posted 149 runs thanks to Harmanpreet Kaur's 66, but Delhi Capitals fell short in the chase despite efforts from Marizanne Kapp and Niki Prasad. MI secured their second Women's Premier League title by defeating DC by eight runs in the WPL 2025 final, denying the Capitals the championship for the third consecutive time. The match saw key contributions from players like Nat Sciver-Brunt and Jemimah Rodrigues, with Kapp's dismissal in the 18th over...