A fierce spring heatwave has gripped Australia and New Zealand, shattering October temperature records and sparking dozens of wildfires. Sydney hit nearly 40°C as scorching winds up to 100 km/h fueled blazes across New South Wales. In New Zealand, “red” wind alerts were issued as fires destroyed homes and forced a state of emergency in Canterbury.
22 October,2025 01:36 AM IST
Police in Geneva fired tear gas and used water cannons on around 3,000 protesters marching in support of the Gaza flotilla. The clashes came after Israel intercepted about 40 boats carrying over 400 activists, including Greta Thunberg and Swiss nationals. Demonstrations also broke out in Bern, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Buenos Aires, Mexico City, and Karachi, as global outrage grows over Israel’s blockade of Gaza.
03 October,2025 05:05 PM IST
Following the recognition of Palestine by the UK, Canada, Australia, and Portugal, Israeli far-right ministers are calling for West Bank annexation. Prime Minister Netanyahu warns that the move by the western nations threatens Israel’s existence and vows a strong response at the United Nations.
22 September,2025 11:17 AM IST
The United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Portugal officially recognise Palestine as a state, breaking from the United States and sparking a global diplomatic storm. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemns the move, calling it a “reward for terrorism,” as tensions in the Middle East escalate further.
22 September,2025 09:10 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
