Scientists say a glacier collapse, not an earthquake, likely caused the devastating floods along the Nepal-Tibet border. Death tolls reported by outlets differ, while experts warn that warming and glacial loss are increasing hazards across the Himalayas.
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The Kremlin rejected reports that CIA Director John Ratcliffe used a Moscow visit to warn Russia against attacking NATO members. CBS News reported that Ratcliffe also raised Iran and warned of more sanctions if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed to shipping.
Flash floods on the Nepal-Tibet border have killed about 180 people and left hundreds to more than 1,000 missing, according to reports. Survivors described relatives being swept away as authorities searched mud-filled villages and damaged river valleys.
Catastrophic floods and landslides along the Nepal-Tibet border have killed at least 160 people and left hundreds missing, including many foreign tourists and pilgrims. Rescuers are battling damaged roads, high water and deep mud as scientists investigate whether a glacier collapse triggered the disaster.
Three pro-Israel Democrats have been appointed to influential House Foreign Affairs Committee roles, prompting backlash from progressives and Muslim advocates. The move comes as polling shows declining U.S. support for Israel, especially among Democratic and younger voters.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe made a rare unannounced visit to Moscow for talks with Russian intelligence officials, but did not meet Vladimir Putin, the Kremlin said. President Donald Trump called the trip “semi-routine” and said “something may come out of it” as Washington seeks an end to the war in Ukraine.
Flash floods in northern Nepal killed at least eight people, with some reports putting the toll at 22, and left hundreds of tourists missing. Officials said the surge damaged villages, roads, bridges and hydropower facilities as Nepal sought help from India and China.
A flash flood and mudslide along the Nepal-Tibet border killed at least 17 people and damaged villages, roads and energy facilities. Rescue teams are searching both sides of the border as officials warn casualties and property losses could rise.