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The FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force is now leading an investigation into an arson attack on Tesla vehicles, with President Trump labeling the perpetrators as "domestic terrorists." The attack, which occurred at a Tesla facility in Las Vegas, involved Molotov cocktails and gunfire, damaging five vehicles and setting two ablaze. Local officials believe the incident was a targeted act of vandalism in protest of Elon Musk's job cuts and the dismantling of the federal government...

Russia's air defense units intercepted and destroyed 57 Ukrainian drones overnight, with 35 drones taken down over the Kursk border region and the remainder over the Oryol, Tula, Bryansk regions, and the Sea of Azov, as reported by the Russian defense ministry on the Telegram messaging app. Full Article

The NIA conducted searches at 12 locations in Jammu in connection with a terrorist infiltration case involving LeT and JeM. The case, registered last year, involves active terrorists entering India through the IB and LoC with the help of OGWs and terror associates providing support. Full Article

In response to the government's benefits overhaul, concerns are raised about the impact on vulnerable individuals, with cuts affecting young people claiming out of work sickness benefits due to anxiety and depression. Ceasefire hopes for Ukraine are at risk after a phone call between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin fails to halt the conflict, with Putin's demands frustrating Kyiv. Other headlines include GCSE exam changes, criticism of Nigel Farage, and a teenager's trial for killing...

Japan's central bank maintained its key policy rate at 0.5% in a unanimous vote, amidst concerns over the potential impact of President Donald Trump's trade policies. BOJ policymakers noted the economy has recovered moderately but highlighted uncertainties surrounding trade and wage-setting behavior. Analysts are divided on the timing of the next rate hike, with Governor Kazuo Ueda expressing worries about overseas economic developments. Full Article

When a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began two months ago, Herut Nimrodi awaited her son's release from captivity in Gaza, but Israel's recent bombardment has dashed her hopes. Amid renewed airstrikes, over 60 families have relatives still held in Gaza, with concerns mounting over the hostages' fate. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's decision to resume fighting to pressure Hamas has sparked debate and protests among hostage families, who are urging for a peaceful resolution and...