Tensions in Gaza City escalated overnight, as Israeli strikes reportedly killed at least 14 people. Meanwhile, Israel urges residents to evacuate as the offensive intensifies, and some nations weigh recognizing a new Palestinian state.

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that any foreign troops stationed in Ukraine would be considered legitimate targets by Russia. These comments came soon after European leaders reiterated their backing for a possible peacekeeping force in the region.

A recent US assessment reveals that only one of Iran’s three damaged nuclear sites has been permanently disabled, with the other two potentially resuming operations within months.

President Trump is intensifying his fight with the BRICS nations, a group of emerging economies seeking to counterbalance U.S. dominance in global affairs. As Brazil, Russia, India, and China bolster their multilateral efforts, Trump’s confrontational stance marks a significant shift in international relations.

Early Friday, a Russian drone struck an apartment building in southeastern Ukraine, killing three people and injuring ten others. The attack came just a day after U.S. President Donald Trump rebuked Russia’s leader, escalating tensions in the region.