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The Pentagon has revised downward its official count of Americans killed and wounded in the Iran conflict, according to ABC News. The adjustment is drawing questions and outrage from critics, who want to know how casualty figures changed and why the earlier numbers were so different. The episode is fueling broader debate over the transparency of casualty reporting from the US military.

The United Nations has voiced concern over mass detentions connected to protests linked to the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP), calling for the 'immediate, unconditional release' of those held during a security crackdown. Reports say authorities detained large numbers of demonstrators, drawing international criticism and calls from rights advocates for Pakistan to respect freedom of assembly.

Reports say Google is automatically verifying Android devices and connecting a user's phone number to every Google account signed in on that device, without a clear prompt or explicit opt-in. This could silently link identities across multiple accounts. The report has drawn significant attention among Android users concerned about privacy, account separation, and how Google handles phone number verification behind the scenes.

Olive oil production in Gaza has plummeted after Israeli attacks damaged around 90% of the territory's olive groves and cut the number of operating production facilities from 39 to just eight. The figures are being widely shared by commentators highlighting the destruction of Palestinian agriculture and livelihoods alongside calls for a ceasefire.

Iran is threatening to sever undersea communication cables running through the Strait of Hormuz, a move that would disrupt internet and data connections for Gulf states heavily dependent on the routes. Analysts warn the threat highlights the region's vulnerability, as most of the Gulf's global connectivity relies on a small number of submarine cables passing through the strategic waterway.

Pete Hegseth is facing accusations that he lied about the number of deaths from the US strikes on Iran, while the Pentagon has quietly raised its official casualty figure. Critics, including progressive commentators, are calling the discrepancy depraved, and the story is fueling debate over transparency in the Trump administration's account of the Iran operation.

A cholera outbreak is spreading rapidly across Yemen as growing numbers of people flee ongoing violence, aid agency Islamic Relief Worldwide reports. Displacement is worsening conditions, with families leaving homes for overcrowded areas with limited access to clean water and sanitation, increasing the risk of infection. Humanitarian organisations are warning that the combination of conflict and disease could overwhelm already stretched health services in the country.

Chad is planning to withdraw from the International Criminal Court, a move that is raising alarm among human rights advocates and legal experts. Observers worry the withdrawal could undermine investigations into war crimes linked to the conflict in Sudan, as Chad hosts large numbers of Sudanese refugees and may be relevant to future evidence gathering or prosecutions. Critics warn it could weaken accountability efforts for atrocities committed in the Sudan war.

Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to its lowest recorded level, with the midterm elections approaching. Analysts cited by CNN are weighing the political impact of the slump, with many seeing it as a warning sign for his party's prospects at the ballot box. Commentators are debating how the low numbers could shape campaign strategy, Republican messaging, and potential challenges within the party ahead of the vote.

New polling ahead of the midterm elections shows Donald Trump at a historic low in approval, according to CNN coverage. Analysts are weighing what the slump means for his party's chances in November and for his standing within the Republican Party. The figures have drawn wide attention, with more than a million people engaging with the story.

At least 29 people, most of them children, have been killed after a roof collapsed at a school in Pakistan. Rescue teams are working at the site and the death toll may rise. The collapse has sparked grief and anger across the country, with questions being raised about building safety standards in schools.

Researchers report that Israeli-made spyware infected hundreds of millions of devices through zero-click attacks delivered via online advertisements, in what is described as the first campaign of its kind spread through ads. Millions of people are said to be affected, including devices belonging to Al Jazeera staff. The findings have sparked alarm over mobile security and commercial spyware.

BBC Verify has identified 254 incidents in which the Israeli military is accused of killing or injuring people in Gaza, Lebanon, the occupied West Bank and Israel, all cases the military said it was investigating but which have no public outcome. Despite multiple requests, the BBC reports that no findings have been disclosed, raising questions about transparency in how such allegations are handled.

Reporting by 404 Media reveals that advertisers can target ChatGPT users based on their email address, phone number, or unique phone identifier, and that prompts themselves can inform ad targeting. The report suggests most users are unaware this is possible, raising concerns about privacy and transparency around how conversations with the chatbot feed into advertising systems.

A school roof has collapsed in Pakistan, killing at least 18 pupils and a teacher. Reports say the country is in shock over the incident, with attention turning to building safety standards in schools. Officials have not yet given full details on the cause of the collapse or the number of injured.

The head of the International Organization for Migration has warned that people smugglers are preying on unaccompanied children, as new figures show that of 31,100 children who arrived in Europe in 2025, 20,800 — roughly two-thirds — made the journey alone. The agency says the numbers highlight growing risks faced by minors on migration routes and are renewing calls for stronger protection measures.

Security researchers report that more AI tools and industrial control systems remain exposed to the public internet, with the numbers continuing to rise. The trend raises concerns that poorly secured AI infrastructure and critical industrial equipment could be discovered and targeted by attackers scanning for vulnerable systems.