Global geopolitical tensions escalate alongside major natural disasters and diplomatic shifts across several continents.

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, resulting in at least 111 deaths and widespread destruction across major cities including Cali and Bogota.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu officially rejected a US-backed peace plan for Gaza, which included provisions for Hamas disarmament and Israeli military withdrawal.

Tensions between the US and Iran remain high as Tehran insists the Strait of Hormuz will stay closed until demands are met, while the US continues frequent airstrikes in southern Iran.

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey have entered into a joint defense agreement, which Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif described as strictly defensive in nature.

A Russian industrial city in Tatarstan was hit by a Ukrainian drone strike, resulting in at least 13 casualties as the conflict continues to impact Russian territory.

Spain has implemented temporary border checks on Italian visitors, citing security concerns following recent unauthorized migration surges at the Ceuta exclave.

The US State Department informed Congress of plans to close five consulates across Canada, Grenada, Japan, Indonesia, and Cameroon, sparking fears of a diplomatic vacuum.

Authorities in India used tear gas and batons to disperse thousands of youth protesters in Jharkhand who were demonstrating against alleged irregularities in government job examinations.

Russian officials have banned the only political party currently opposing the war in Ukraine from participating in the upcoming parliamentary elections.