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Houthis blast and drive out Saudi forces from Yemen’s strategic Jabal Han, Mountains in flames

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:22:18 +0530

Chilling battlefield footage emerges from Taiz, Yemen, as the Houthi movement claims it has driven Saudi-backed government forces from the strategically important Jabal Han heights. Videos released by the Houthis reportedly show explosions across the mountain position and troops coming under attack. Jabal Han overlooks surrounding areas and a major road leading towards Taiz city, making control of the heights strategically significant.

France`s shocker on cam: After riots rock France, robbed luxury goods sold at discounts

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:21:37 +0530

Violent riots and looting rock France as shocking videos and images allegedly show suspected stolen goods being sold openly on the streets. Luxury stores and retail outlets were reportedly ransacked, while some street sellers are said to be offering goods at discounts of 80–90%. The alleged street sales raise questions about the fate of goods taken during the unrest. Videos circulating online reportedly show items being offered for sale alongside footage said to document the original looting.

South Lebanon on fire: Israeli Army blows up Hezbollah weapons truck | Watch

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:20:54 +0530

Israel`s military releases footage it says shows a Hezbollah weapons truck being destroyed near Kfarra in southern Lebanon. The IDF also reports destroying more than 540 alleged terrorist infrastructure sites and uncovering over 150 weapons and combat items during operations led by the 91st Division. The reported weapons haul includes RPGs, anti-tank missiles, grenades, launch platforms, rifles and ammunition. Israeli military spokesperson Lt. Col. Ella Waweya accuses the Lebanese Army of failing to remove Hezbollah`s military infrastructure, raising fresh questions over the November 2024 ceasefire agreement brokered by the United States and France.

Italy erupts in chaos: Meloni deploys 500 troops to Milan, introduces jail terms and heavy fines

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:08:16 +0530

Violent unrest rocks Milan as clashes with police, vandalism and looting trigger a sweeping security crackdown across Italy. After a weekend of turmoil, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni`s government introduces tougher penalties for violent protesters and plans to deploy 500 soldiers alongside police in Milan. Under Italy`s new security decree, people convicted under the new offence targeting violent participation in demonstrations could face up to five years in prison and fines reaching €20,000. Parents may also be held financially responsible for damage caused by their minor children.

Tiger Shroff firing case: 4 more arrested; shocking details out, police trace secret weapons drop

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:07:38 +0530

Tiger Shroff firing incident takes a major turn, with Delhi Police Special Cell reportedly arresting four suspects, including two women. Investigators are probing an alleged weapons supply network and claims that the shooters surveyed several Bollywood celebrities` residences before the attack. According to reports, the weapons were allegedly obtained through a “dead letter box” — a pre-arranged location where items are left for collection — with the stash reportedly traced to Amritsar. Investigators are also examining claims that the suspects visited the homes of Salman Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan and Akshay Kumar. Sources cited in reports suggest the attackers may have been instructed to target celebrities with comparatively lighter security. These allegations remain part of the ongoing investigation.

Oct 7 Louk’s abduction cell wiped out, Israel eliminates last Hamas member in Gaza market strike

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:06:51 +0530

Israel says a deadly strike in Gaza killed Tamer al-Sabbagh, whom the IDF identifies as the final surviving member of the Hamas cell involved in abducting Shani Louk`s body during the October 7, 2023, attacks. According to the Israeli military, a drone struck al-Sabbagh near a crowded market on al-Jalaa Street. He was from Jabalia refugee camp and appeared in the widely circulated photograph showing Louk`s body in a pickup truck after the Hamas-led assault. Louk was 22 and attending the Supernova music festival. The IDF also announced the killing of Akram Bassam Shaaban Yassin, identified by Israel as a senior operative in Hamas`s general security apparatus. The military says the unit supports the group`s leadership and coordinates sensitive communications.

Saudi Forces DOWN 4 Drones Amid Deadly Houthi Attacks | WATCH

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:16:00 +0530

Saudi Arabia has intercepted and destroyed four drones heading towards its territory, as tensions escalate across Yemen and the wider region. The Saudi-led coalition confirmed the interceptions, with Saudi forces reportedly shooting down drones over Medina and the Eastern Province. Another drone targeting Saudi Arabia’s eastern region was also intercepted, raising fresh concerns over the expanding security threat. WATCH

Trump CLASHES With Reporter Over $30K Reward; Vance Says "Imbecile"

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:01:00 +0530

Donald Trump’s latest Oval Office showdown with a reporter has erupted into a heated exchange, with the US president repeatedly demanding “Quiet! Quiet!” before asking, “Are you a sick person?” The confrontation with independent journalist Andrew Feinberg escalated further when Vice President JD Vance branded the reporter an “imbecile” and accused him of misbehaving. WATCH

Gaza Strike Kills 2 As Post-Truce Death Toll Hits 1,522

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:22:00 +0530

Israeli strikes and shelling have intensified across Gaza, killing a Palestinian couple and injuring several others, as fresh attacks raise further questions over the fragile ceasefire. An Israeli airstrike on a home in Gaza City reportedly killed a husband and wife, while additional strikes and gunfire hit eastern Gaza, displacement camps and areas along the northern coastline. A helicopter missile strike near Al-Shifa Hospital set a family home ablaze, killing two people and injuring others. In eastern Gaza City, shelling and drone fire rattled the Tuffah neighbourhood, where displaced Palestinian families remain exposed to continued violence. Israeli warships also pounded the northern Gaza coast, while military vehicles opened heavy fire in the Sudaniya area. WATCH

IDF SMASHES 3 Hamas Weapons Depots In Gaza | WATCH

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:20:00 +0530

The Israel Defense Forces and Shin Bet have announced the destruction of three Hamas weapons depots in Gaza following Israeli airstrikes on Thursday. According to the Israeli military, the warehouses contained dozens of weapons, including Kalashnikov rifles, rocket launchers and RPGs, along with other military equipment and supplies. The IDF said the strikes targeted sites used by Hamas to store weapons and maintain its military capabilities in Gaza. Israeli forces also cited advance civilian warnings, aerial surveillance and the use of precision-guided munitions as measures intended to minimize civilian casualties during the operation.

Trump’s “Paris Will Be MUSLIM” Remark Sparks France Fury

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:32:00 +0530

Donald Trump has taken aim at French President Emmanuel Macron over immigration and the unrest gripping France, warning that the country’s changing demographics and border policies could have serious consequences. Trump’s reported remark, “Paris will soon be a Muslim city,” has intensified the political debate over immigration, national identity and France’s approach to public security. France is facing mounting pressure following riots that reportedly targeted city halls, public buildings and businesses across several cities. Authorities have stepped up security measures, with mass arrests, curfews and restrictions on public gatherings introduced in affected areas to contain further violence. Reports cited in the coverage put the number of arrests at 2,400, with around 3,000 businesses damaged or looted. WATCH

Houthi Missile Strike Kills 58 In Yemen Camp, Wounds 200+

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:27:00 +0530

A deadly Houthi missile strike on a military training camp in Yemen has reportedly killed 58 people and wounded more than 200, with 14 personnel still missing after the bombardment of Al-Alam camp. The attack marks a dangerous escalation in Yemen’s conflict, with the Houthis claiming responsibility for striking a camp reportedly run by Saudi-backed forces as Riyadh remains silent. WATCH

Israel Kills 3 Hamas Operatives In Gaza Strikes | WATCH

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:56:00 +0530

The Israel Defense Forces has eliminated three Hamas operatives in strikes across Gaza as Israeli forces continue targeting the group’s weapons network. The latest strikes come amid ongoing Israeli military operations aimed at disrupting Hamas’s operational capabilities and weapons infrastructure in the Palestinian territory.

France RIOTS: 2,400+ Arrested As Violence And Arson Spark Fury

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:54:00 +0530

France is witnessing a wave of unrest as violent demonstrations, arson and widespread vandalism leave cities grappling with mounting destruction. The protests, fuelled by anger over the rising cost of living and school conditions, have drawn hundreds of thousands of demonstrators, with trade unions and students adding momentum to a movement reminiscent of France’s Yellow Vest protests. While Macron has acknowledged public anger and defended the right to peaceful demonstrations, he has drawn a firm line against rioting, looting and attacks on public property, warning that those responsible will face legal consequences. WATCH

Macron flees France as violent riots rock Paris: Shops looted, buildings torched

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:52:00 +0530

French President Emmanuel Macron has headed to the Gulf as violent protests and unrest rock France, putting his government under mounting pressure. Protesters reportedly attempted to move towards the Élysée Palace, while shops and public buildings were looted or set ablaze during clashes. French authorities arrested thousands, and the government is considering local curfews to contain further violence. Macron condemned the unrest but refused to dismiss his interior minister, despite acknowledging security failures. The protests have been fuelled by soaring living costs and wider public grievances.

Yemen war on cam: Drones chase Houthi militia vehicles in chilling videos, blasts rock Marib

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:46:33 +0530

Yemen war has intensified between government-aligned forces and the Houthi movement. Videos released by Yemeni forces reportedly show drones pursuing vehicles and striking military targets near Marib and Al Jawf. The reported attacks target Houthi positions, military vehicles, barracks and gatherings. Yemen`s armed forces say their Operation “Dawn of Yemen” involved 1,326 strikes against Houthi targets over a 24-hour period.

“Vacate our territories” India goes nuclear over Pakistan, OIC passes anti-India Kashmir resolution

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:45:55 +0530

India has strongly rejected references to Jammu and Kashmir and Islamophobia in resolutions adopted at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation`s Council of Foreign Ministers meeting in Baghdad on October 17–18. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) called the references “malicious, biased, and false” and accused Pakistan of using the 57-member bloc to advance its agenda against India. New Delhi reiterated that Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India. The MEA also highlighted post-Article 370 development, citing infrastructure growth, tourism and improved connectivity. India further urged Pakistan to vacate territories under its occupation and stop supporting cross-border terrorism. It also rejected the OIC`s references related to Islamophobia and criticised the organisation`s position on Kashmir.

Iran punishes dark ship in chilling footage: Tanker smashes mines, blows up in flames in Hormuz

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:25:00 +0530

An oil tanker has reportedly suffered an explosion south of the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran`s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy saying a naval mine triggered a fire in the vessel`s engine room. According to the IRGC statement, the unidentified tanker had switched off its GPS and navigation systems while attempting to leave the strategic waterway through a route Iran considers unauthorized. Tehran accused the vessel of violating maritime regulations and warned that ships operating with their identification and navigation systems disabled would face a firm response. Iran has not identified the tanker or disclosed details about casualties or the extent of the damage.

Iran FIRES BACK at Netanyahu: “Try Your Luck Again”

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:40:00 +0530

Iran has fired back at Benjamin Netanyahu`s renewed vow to eliminate the Iranian threat, warning Israel against launching another war as tensions between Tehran and Tel Aviv remain high. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has challenged the Israeli leader to “try your luck again”, claiming Iran emerged even stronger from the previous conflict and warning that Tehran has unfinished business of its own. WATCH

Saudi AH-6I Helicopter Crash Kills 2 Near Yemen Border

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:35:00 +0530

A deadly Saudi helicopter crash near the Yemen border has sparked conflicting accounts, with Saudi Arabia`s coalition confirming the deaths of two crew members while Yemen`s Houthi movement claims its forces shot down a Saudi Apache helicopter near Najran. Saudi coalition spokesperson Turki Al-Maliki confirmed that an AH-6i helicopter crashed in an area under the jurisdiction of the Saudi National Guard Ministry. According to the Saudi account, a technical malfunction caused the crash, killing both crew members on board. However, Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree has offered a sharply different version of events, claiming that Yemeni forces shot down a Saudi Apache helicopter near the border. The Houthis have alleged that the aircraft was involved in hostile operations targeting their border positions. WATCH

France Protest Inferno: Limoges Town Hall Gutted by Fire

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:28:00 +0530

A fire has gutted the historic Limoges Town Hall in France, reducing a landmark dating back to the 19th century to a scene of destruction amid protests over rising living costs and government spending. Dramatic videos show the building engulfed in towering flames as thick black smoke billows into the sky, leaving onlookers watching in horror as firefighters race to bring the massive blaze under control. Built in 1873 and inaugurated in 1883, the 140-year-old Limoges Town Hall had stood through two World Wars before the inferno tore through the historic structure. A French official has described the building as “largely lost”, condemning the destruction as a “catastrophe for heritage” and raising serious concerns over the loss of a landmark deeply connected to the city`s history. WATCH

Kolkata Chorbagan Stampede: 19 Dead, 7 Arrested Amid Security Probe

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 13:05:00 +0530

Kolkata is grappling with the aftermath of a deadly stampede in the Chorbagan area, where 19 people have lost their lives and 25 others have been injured, with one victim reported to be in critical condition. Seven people, including office-bearers of the Durga Puja organizing committee and security personnel, have been arrested as investigators intensify their probe into the tragedy. Questions are mounting over crowd management, security arrangements, VIP pass checks and the bamboo structure at the venue. The arrests have brought the role of the organizing committee and those responsible for managing the crowd under closer scrutiny, as authorities face growing demands to establish accountability for the deadly incident.

Israeli military pounds Hamas Nukhba cell commander in chilling strike | Watch

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:58:44 +0530

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) says it has eliminated Maher Walid Omar Al-Husseini, a Hamas Nukhba cell commander accused of infiltrating the military base at Kibbutz Re`im during the October 7, 2023 attacks. According to the IDF, Al-Husseini continued planning attacks against Israeli soldiers and civilians after October 7. The military announced his killing on Friday, following two additional strikes in Gaza on Thursday that reportedly killed another Hamas commander linked to the October 7 attacks and a Palestinian Islamic Jihad member.

Iran’s terror mines explode: Supertanker carrying 2 million barrels of oil burns; US link alleged

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:58:15 +0530

Iran`s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy claimed that an oil supertanker carrying more than 2 million barrels of crude struck a naval mine and caught fire. According to a statement carried by Iran`s semi-official Tasnim News Agency, the vessel was attempting to transit through a restricted route. The IRGC alleges that the tanker had switched off its tracking systems and was receiving US military support.

IDF KILLS Hamas Commander & PIJ Operative in Gaza Strikes

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:58:00 +0530

The Israel Defense Forces has carried out separate strikes across Gaza, killing a Hamas commander involved in the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel and a Palestinian Islamic Jihad operative accused of advancing attacks against Israeli troops and civilians. The latest operations targeted individuals whom Israel says were involved in terror activities and violations of the ceasefire. In northern Gaza, the IDF confirmed the killing of Mohammed Abd al-Khalek Hala, a Hamas commander accused of infiltrating Israel during the October 7 massacre. Israeli forces also targeted a Hamas weapons production commander, alleging that he played a key role in developing the group`s weapons capabilities and expanding its military infrastructure in Gaza. WATCH

Yemen war explodes: Southern Giants unleash hell, Houthis in flames as drones rain in Al-Mudharaba

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:57:46 +0530

Yemen`s Al-Mudharaba front is under fire. Fresh fighting has been reported on Yemen’s Al-Mudharaba front, where the government-aligned Southern Giants Brigades targeted Houthi military positions. The Southern Giants Brigades have become a major anti-Houthi force in Yemen. They emerged during the 2015 battle for Aden and rose to prominence in 2017, when their offensive captured large areas of Yemen`s western coast. The force is widely believed to have received support from the United Arab Emirates.

IDF Strikes Khan Younis, Kills 2 Suspected Arms Smugglers | WATCH

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:52:00 +0530

Israel has stepped up its military operations in Gaza, with the IDF and Shin Bet announcing the killing of two suspected weapons smugglers in strikes in Khan Younis. The two men, identified as Basel Nabil Abd al-Rahman Kashta and Ahmad Raja al-Shaer, were allegedly involved in smuggling weapons and military equipment into the Gaza Strip, according to Israeli authorities. The IDF said the strikes were part of ongoing efforts to disrupt Hamas’ weapons supply chains, military infrastructure and funding networks. Israel maintains that these operations are aimed at preventing Hamas from rebuilding its military capabilities and re-establishing its presence in Gaza. WATCH

Saudi Arabia Downs Second Drone Amid Riyadh, Dhahran Threats

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:51:00 +0530

Saudi Arabia is facing a fresh wave of missile and drone threats, with air defence systems intercepting incoming projectiles over key areas of the kingdom. A second drone has reportedly been downed in two days after it headed towards Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Region, raising fresh concerns over the security of critical infrastructure and major population centres. WATCH

Houthi Barrage Hits Yemen Presidential Palace, 5 Killed

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:29:00 +0530

Yemen’s conflict takes a dangerous turn as a Houthi missile barrage strikes Al-Maashiq Palace, the presidential compound in Aden, killing five people and injuring 16, according to Yemen’s health minister. Two members of the prime ministerial security detail were reportedly among those killed, while command centres inside the government compound were also hit. Smoke billowed over the palace as officials condemned the attack and raised fears of an assassination attempt on the Yemeni prime minister. Yemen’s Prime Minister has denounced the strike as a “cowardly” attack, accusing the Houthis of endangering civilians and threatening the country’s state institutions. Zindani has also accused the Houthi movement of plotting a “terrorist coup” aimed at destabilizing Yemen’s government. WATCH

IDF Claims 8-Km Hamas Tunnel Network DESTROYED in Gaza

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:42:00 +0530

The Israel Defense Forces has announced the completion of a four-month military operation by its 99th Division in northern Gaza, claiming that more than 100 terrorists were eliminated and approximately eight kilometres of Hamas tunnel infrastructure were destroyed. The operation focused on dismantling Hamas military installations, underground networks, weapons storage sites and fortified positions east of the Yellow Line. WATCH