More than 70 tornadoes lash US, leaving thousands without power

Dozens of tornadoes struck the central US Friday, razing homes, knocking down power lines and injuring at least three people, authorities said, AFP reports.

Thousands rally in Australian capitals to demand gender violence justice

Violence against women is an “epidemic” in Australia, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Saturday, as thousands attended rallies in Sydney and other major Australian cities urging tougher laws on gendered violence, Reuters reports.

EU steps up humanitarian assistance for Palestinians

In light of the continued deterioration of the severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and the steady rise of needs on the ground, the Commission is stepping up its funding to support Palestinians affected by the ongoing war, reads a press release of the European Commission.

US announces new Patriot missiles for Ukraine as part of new $6 billion aid package

The U.S. will provide Ukraine additional Patriot missiles for its air defense systems as part of a massive $6 billion additional aid package, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced Friday, AP reports.

Russia continues attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure

Last night, the Russian occupiers attacked four thermal power plants of DTEK, which led to serious damage to the equipment, the press service of the agency announced, reports Unian.

Blinken Warns China: Halt Supply to Russia Amid Ukraine Crisis

Secretary of State Antony Blinken has issued a warning that the United States will take action if China continues to supply Russia with materials used in its assault on Ukraine.

Ukraine Pulls Back Abrams Tanks Amidst Drone Threat

Ukraine has withdrawn American-donated Abrams tanks from the active battlefield for the time being due to the growing threat posed by Russian drone warfare.

Berlin Memorial Concert Honors Alexei Navalny's Legacy

Associates of the opposition activist Alexei Navalny, who passed away in prison in February, have unveiled plans for a commemorative concert in his honor.

Former Romanian President Faces Charges: Mineriad Case Updates

Former President Ion Iliescu faces criminal charges in the Mineriad Case, with prosecutors notifying him of his status in the case on Friday.

Ukraine Minister Jailed in Land Grab Scandal

A Ukrainian court ordered the pre-trial detention of Agriculture Minister Mykola Solsky on Friday.

Russia: Uranium Mine Flood Threatens Water Supply

Severe flooding in Russia has sparked fears of radioactive and chemical pollution from Soviet-era uranium mines in the Kurgan region contaminating the Tobol River in Western Siberia.

Ukraine Deploys Ballistic Missiles in Covert Move Against Russia

Ukraine has initiated the deployment of extended-range ballistic missiles against Russia, a covert supply facilitated by the United States, as confirmed by American officials cited by the BBC.