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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia has, in effect, already begun an additional mobilization, stepping up recruitment through various means. He added that Moscow plans to increase the recruitment of foreign nationals and called on governments of countries whose citizens Russia targets to respond. The statement comes as the war grinds on and Ukraine urges Western partners to step up support.

A Russian strike on the Kyiv Science Academy has killed 10 people, part of a wider wave of attacks using jet-powered drones across Ukraine. The strike on the capital's academy marks one of the deadliest recent hits on a civilian and scientific institution, as drone assaults hit multiple regions overnight.

Japanese authorities have urged nearly two million people to evacuate as a powerful typhoon makes landfall, bringing heavy rain, destructive winds and the threat of flooding and landslides. Emergency warnings have been issued across affected prefectures, with transport disrupted and residents advised to move to shelters before conditions worsen.

Russian strikes across Ukraine have killed at least eight people, prompting President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to accuse Moscow of deliberately terrorising Ukrainian civilians. The attacks are part of the continuing barrage on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure as the war grinds on. Zelenskyy renewed calls for stronger air defences and Western support, while officials reported casualties and damage in the affected regions.

Russian drone attacks struck residential apartment blocks, office buildings and a cultural landmark in Ukraine, killing at least seven people. The overnight assault caused significant damage in urban areas and is among the latest in a series of escalating drone barrages targeting Ukrainian cities, drawing renewed attention to the ongoing war's impact on civilians and infrastructure.

Aid workers in Gaza are beginning the enormous task of clearing 61 million tonnes of rubble from the territory's ruined neighbourhoods. Recovery teams warn that the debris may conceal the bodies of up to 10,000 people killed in the war, making the clearance operation slow and delicate, as families continue searching for missing relatives beneath the ruins.

Russian strikes across Ukraine have killed at least seven people, including a woman who died at Kyiv's National Academy of Sciences. The attacks add to a steady toll of civilian casualties from ongoing Russian air assaults on Ukrainian cities. Authorities continue to report damage and deaths as the war grinds on, with strikes hitting the capital and other populated areas.

Russian strikes across Ukraine have killed eight people and injured dozens more, according to reports citing Al Jazeera. The attacks hit multiple locations across the country, adding to the toll of Russia's ongoing invasion. The strikes come as aerial attacks on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure continue, drawing renewed condemnation and concern over civilian casualties.

Palestinian health authorities report that the death toll in Gaza from Israel's military campaign has now exceeded 74,000 people. The figure continues to rise as strikes, displacement and severe shortages of food, medicine and medical services strain the territory's overwhelmed hospitals. Humanitarian organisations warn that many victims remain buried under rubble and that the true number of deaths is likely higher than official counts.

A Russian strike hit a public market near Kyiv, killing people and injuring nearly ten others, according to Ukrainian news reports. Commentators are condemning the attack on civilians as another war crime, circulating the news widely and calling for attention to ongoing strikes against civilian targets in Ukraine as the war continues.

Sudan's civil war has driven roughly 12 million people from their homes and left an estimated 150,000 civilians dead, alongside ethnic cleansing and sexual violence. Commentators in German-speaking social media are asking why the crisis receives far less public attention and outrage than other conflicts, arguing Sudanese victims are 'dying quietly' while global focus lies elsewhere.

Myanmar's military carried out an air strike in Rakhine state that killed dozens of people, according to Al Jazeera reporting. The attack adds to the mounting civilian toll of the country's ongoing civil war, which has intensified since the 2021 coup, with the army increasingly relying on air power against armed groups and populated areas.

The World Health Organization says more than 800 people have been killed since fighting between the Houthis and Saudi-backed forces resumed in Yemen. The renewed conflict has worsened an already dire humanitarian situation in the country, and health officials warn the death toll could continue to rise as hostilities persist.

A powerful typhoon has struck Japan, with authorities urging nearly two million people to evacuate their homes as heavy rain and strong winds batter the country. Emergency warnings have been issued across affected regions, with officials warning of flooding and landslides. The storm is disrupting transport and daily life across large parts of the country.

The World Food Programme says at least 1.4 million people in Gaza are facing acute food insecurity as the war and restrictions on aid deliveries continue. The warning is being shared widely online alongside calls for a ceasefire, with commentators highlighting the humanitarian toll on Palestinian civilians and urging international action to get food into the territory.

Greenpeace is highlighting a wave of climate disasters across Asia, including severe flooding in South and South-East Asia, toxic fire haze, and typhoons striking East Asia. The group says fossil fuels are intensifying the crisis, with homes destroyed, harvests lost, communities cut off, and blackouts leaving families without power. It is calling attention to the millions of people affected and pressing for action on the fossil fuel emissions driving these extreme weather events across the region.

Russian strikes killed at least eight people across Ukraine, drawing condemnation from officials who described the attacks as 'deliberate and cynical terror'. The strikes hit populated areas and come amid the ongoing escalation of Russia's air campaign against Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. Ukrainian leaders renewed calls for stronger air defences and international pressure on Moscow as civilian casualties continue to mount.

Polish authorities issued shelter warnings to residents near the border after a Russian strike hit Ukrainian territory roughly 2km from Poland. Alerts urged people to find a safe place as air-defence responses and the risk of spillover put border communities on edge, highlighting how closely the war continues to press against NATO territory.

A Russian jet-powered drone struck the National Academy of Sciences building in Kyiv on Tuesday morning, sparking a large fire. Reports describe people escaping through windows as the building burned. Commenters say the strike shows Russia is targeting civilian and scientific institutions, adding to a pattern of attacks on schools and kindergartens.

A humanitarian report warns that life for millions of people across Ukraine is becoming increasingly dangerous as the war continues. The warning, published in English, Russian and Ukrainian, points to growing risks to civilians from ongoing strikes and deteriorating living conditions, underscoring the scale of ongoing humanitarian needs across the country.

A Myanmar military air strike on a market has killed at least 33 people, according to Al Jazeera. The attack adds to a mounting civilian death toll as the junta continues aerial bombing campaigns against areas opposed to its rule since the 2021 coup. Details on the location and circumstances of the strike remain limited, and the full casualty count could rise as rescue efforts continue.

Severe flooding is dominating headlines worldwide, with striking scenes emerging from multiple countries. Residents have been seen canoeing through flooded New York streets and riding a jet ski through Bangkok's inundated roads. In India's Uttar Pradesh state, at least 56 people have died amid the disaster. Images of the chaos are circulating widely as extreme rainfall continues to affect cities across several continents.

A Russian strike hit a populated area in broad daylight, with reports and footage showing people climbing out through windows to escape the damage. The daytime timing of the attack has drawn attention, as strikes on populated areas during normal hours highlight the ongoing dangers to civilians in Ukraine. Details about casualties or the exact location remain limited.

The International Organization for Migration reports that displaced people from Sudan's Darfur region are crossing into Chad to escape ongoing fighting. The agency also says more than two thousand people have fled from El Fasher to Tawila in recent days as security conditions deteriorate, adding to one of the world's largest displacement crises.

Russia's guided bomb strikes on the Ukrainian city of Sumy have killed two civilians and injured five others. Reports describe the attack as hitting residential areas, drawing condemnation from Ukrainian officials and calls for international accountability from bodies including the UN, ICC and OSCE.

Russian drone strikes hit civilian targets across Kyiv, killing seven people and injuring dozens, according to a photo gallery published by Al Jazeera showing the aftermath of the attack. Ukrainian officials condemned the strikes as deliberate targeting of civilians, with images documenting damage to residential areas and rescue efforts in the Ukrainian capital.

United Nations experts say mass deportations from the United States are setting off a 'cascade' of human rights abuses. According to the warning, people removed from the US are facing serious rights violations in the countries they are sent to or transit through. The experts are calling on Washington to meet its international human rights obligations and halt removals that put people at risk.

People escaped a historic building in Kyiv after it was hit by a Russian drone, according to BBC reporting. Footage and coverage show residents evacuating the damaged structure as Ukraine continues to face regular drone attacks on the capital. The strike adds to ongoing concerns about attacks targeting residential and heritage sites in Kyiv.

The World Health Organization says renewed fighting in Yemen has killed more than 800 people. The figure points to a sharp escalation of the conflict, with casualties mounting as military operations resume across the country. Yemen has long endured one of the world's most severe humanitarian crises, and observers warn the renewed hostilities could deepen shortages of food, medicine and medical care for civilians caught in the fighting.

An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed 3,901 people, with confirmed and probable cases surpassing 8,000, according to a news report. Health authorities continue to battle one of the deadliest Ebola epidemics on record in the region, with concerns over transmission in conflict-affected eastern areas and ongoing efforts to trace contacts and vaccinate at-risk populations.

United Nations experts say the United States' deportation practices are triggering a 'cascade' of human rights abuses. In a warning issued through UN human rights channels, the experts raised concerns that people being removed from the US face rights violations either during the deportation process or after arrival in their destination countries. The warning was reported internationally, including by France 24.