A powerful explosion at an explosives depot in a rebel-held village in Myanmar kills at least 46 people and injures dozens more. The blast, linked to mining operations, has devastated homes and left the community in shock.
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Israeli forces have captured the strategic Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, marking their deepest incursion in 26 years amid ongoing conflict with Hezbollah. The move escalates tensions despite a nominal ceasefire and complicates U.S.-Iran peace efforts.
Colombians vote in a presidential election dominated by security and drug trafficking concerns. Leading candidates include government-allied Senator Iván Cepeda and right-wing businessman Abelardo de la Espriella, with a runoff expected.
An Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus has led to 43 confirmed deaths in Congo and Uganda, with over 1,100 suspected cases under investigation. Brazil is monitoring two possible cases but assesses the risk of spread as very low.
President Trump has not yet decided on a potential ceasefire deal with Iran that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address nuclear concerns. Negotiations remain ongoing amid conflicting reports from U.S. and Iranian officials.
Rescuers have begun extracting miners trapped for over a week in a flooded cave in Laos. One miner was safely brought out Friday night, while four remain inside and two are still missing.
A Russian drone crashed into an apartment building in Romania, injuring two people and causing a fire that was extinguished. The incident highlights concerns about the conflict spilling into NATO airspace amid ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine.
An albino buffalo in Bangladesh nicknamed "Donald Trump" for its distinctive hair has been spared from ritual sacrifice during Eid al-Adha. The government intervened after the animal went viral, ordering it relocated to the national zoo.