Ukraine-Russia war latest: Moscow claims capture of towns in east as six dead in overnight attacks
Russian forces have claimed a breakthrough in capturing two settlements in eastern Ukraine’s Donetsk region as an onslaught of overnight bombardment across Ukraine killed six people. The Russian defence ministry…
‘My children, my children’: The Gaza family killed minutes before ceasefire
The ceasefire in Gaza was supposed to start at 8.30am (06:30 GMT). The al-Qidra family had endured 15 months of Israeli attacks. They had been displaced more than once and…
Thousands Protest Against Donald Trump Ahead Of Inaugural Ceremony
Thousands of demonstrators marched through the streets of Washington on Saturday in protest at the policies of Donald Trump and his Republican Party, two days before the billionaire reclaims the…
Los Angeles Wildfires Day 12: Authorities Warn of Worsening Conditions This Weekend
Day 12 of the Los Angeles wildfires brings important news. The fires are expected to worsen over the weekend. Strong Santa Ana winds are forecasted to increase, making the situation…
3 Israeli women return home after 471 days in Hamas’ captivity. Who are they? gaza ceasefire
The ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas took effect on Sunday with the Palestinian militant outfit releasing three Israeli hostages on the first day of the truce deal. The three…
Ukraine-Russia latest: Putin’s forces locked onto French plane as North Korea troops may ‘be dead by April’
I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. France has accused Russia of “intimidation” after its air defenses locked onto a French patrol plane…
119 Palestinians killed since ceasefire deal announced as Israeli warplanes continue attacks on Gaza
In Gaza, Israeli warplanes have kept up heavy attacks since the ceasefire deal was agreed. Medics in Gaza said an Israeli airstrike earlier today killed five people in a tent…
Why are shipping companies avoiding Red Sea trade route despite Gaza ceasefire?
The leader of Yemen’s Houthis, Abdul Malik al-Houthi, has said his group will monitor the implementation of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas and will continue its attacks on…
Express view on Israel-Hamas ceasefire: A moment to build on
Israel and Hamas agreed on the first draft of a ceasefire deal on Wednesday (January 15, 2025), signalling the biggest step yet toward an end to the conflict. Among other…
South Korea’s President Yoon to attend court hearing on extending detention
A picture of impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is seen on the vehicle during a rally to oppose his impeachment outside of a detention center in Uiwang, South…