Russia reports new territorial gains along the Donetsk front, claiming control over the settlement of Zakotnoye near the Krasny Liman axis. Additional advances are also being reported in the Zaporizhzhia region, signaling sustained pressure across multiple sectors of the frontline.
17 January,2026 06:20 PM IST
Tensions between the United States and Iran spilled onto the world stage at the UN Security Council, as Washington warned that “all options remain open” even as mixed signals emerged from the White House regarding possible military action. Speaking from the Security Council floor, U.S. envoy Mike Waltz emphasized action over prolonged diplomacy, signaling growing impatience as Iran faces global scrutiny for a violent crackdown on nationwide protests. Human rights groups report thousands killed, though exact casualty figures remain unclear amid internet blackouts and severe information restrictions inside Iran. WATCH
16 January,2026 08:06 PM IST
A severe storm has triggered dangerous flash flooding across Australia’s Victoria state, forcing the closure of the world-famous Great Ocean Road and sweeping vehicles into the sea. Emergency services issued urgent flood warnings for multiple coastal towns as intense rainfall inundated caravan parks, trapped motorists, and knocked out power to thousands of homes. Aerial footage showed floodwaters surging through low-lying areas while rescue crews rushed to assist stranded residents and tourists.
15 January,2026 11:22 PM IST
Ukraine’s eastern border city of Kharkiv has come under a deadly Russian drone assault, leaving at least four people dead and six others wounded, according to regional authorities. The overnight strike targeted civilian areas near the Russian border, intensifying fears of further escalation as diplomatic efforts stall. Kharkiv’s mayor confirmed that a long-range Russian drone struck a children’s medical facility, triggering a fire and forcing emergency evacuations. Residential neighborhoods were also hit, as explosions echoed across the city during what officials described as a coordinated drone onslaught. WATCH
15 January,2026 01:20 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
