Viktor Bout, the infamous Russian arms dealer who was released in a high-profile prisoner exchange for WNBA star Brittney Griner, has reportedly reentered the arms trade.
On a bright and scorching day, thousands of enthusiastic spectators gathered at Chennai’s iconic Marina Beach to witness a grand airshow celebrating the 92nd anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF). Families, many with children, arrived early in the morning to secure their spots in Chennai AirShow
Karst landscapes, covering nearly one-sixth of Earth’s land surface, are natural wonders sculpted over millennia by water. These awe-inspiring terrains, dotted with caves, sinkholes, and towering limestone formations, hold important ecological significance and a hidden record of Earth’s past climate. However, unraveling their precise age has long posed a challenge to scientists. A breakthrough study, published in Science Advances, presents a new method to date these landscapes, revealing profound insights into Western Australia’s ancient climate, including a puzzling period of extreme rainfall 100,000 years ago.
Israel intensified its bombardment in Lebanon on Saturday, focusing heavily on Beirut’s southern suburbs, which serve as a stronghold for Hezbollah, and for the first time targeting the Beddawi Palestinian refugee camp near Tripoli in northern Lebanon.
Following a barrage of over 200 ballistic missiles launched by Iran, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are preparing for a significant retaliatory strike. The military has confirmed that the attack from Iran targeted several locations in Israel, though many were intercepted by Israel’s advanced defense systems.
In response to Iran’s missile attack on Tuesday, which involved more than 180 ballistic missiles, Israel is poised to strike back.
Marburg virus disease is a severe hemorrhagic fever caused by the Marburg virus. It is similar to Ebola in terms of symptoms and fatality rates and is transmitted through contact with bodily fluids or infected animals, particularly bats.
On Tuesday, October 1, 2024, air raid sirens blared across central Israel as Iranian missiles targeted various regions. The Israeli military confirmed the attack but withheld specific details regarding the areas affected. These strikes represent a dangerous new phase in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iranian-aligned forces, which has spiraled out of control in recent weeks.
In a move signaling heightened tensions in the Middle East, the U.S. has deployed additional troops and aircraft to the region. With Israeli ground operations underway in southern Lebanon and the assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has issued a stern warning to Iran against any attacks on Israel. The situation marks a critical escalation in the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, with potential wider regional implications.
In a significant escalation, Israeli forces have launched a ground operation in southern Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah positions. This marks the first ground combat between Israel and Hezbollah since 2006, and it comes amid growing tensions in the region. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to neutralize Hezbollah’s threat as part of Israel’s broader military campaign.