Exiled Iranian figure Reza Pahlavi was targeted with red liquid outside a media venue shortly after a high-profile press interaction. The incident, which took place under heavy security presence, has quickly drawn attention, not just for the breach itself, but for its timing. Pahlavi had just delivered sharp criticism of the US approach toward Iran, particularly questioning narratives surrounding ceasefire diplomacy associated with Donald Trump’s policies. His remarks challenged assumptions about regime change expectations and the effectiveness of negotiation strategies with Tehran. WATCH

Berlin has been plunged into its longest power outage since World War II after an arson attack on high-voltage power cables triggered a massive blackout in the city southwest. German federal prosecutors have taken over the investigation and launched a terrorism probe, citing suspected sabotage, arson, disruption of public services, and possible membership in a terrorist organization.