The Israeli military has launched a new operation in Gaza, intensifying attacks with the stated goal of securing the release of hostages held by Hamas. Recent strikes have resulted in significant casualties.
A fatal explosion occurred near a fertility clinic in Palm Springs, California, resulting in one death. The FBI is investigating the incident, which is being examined as a possible car explosion.
The Trump administration has appointed Ismail Royer and Shaykh Hamza Yusuf to the White House Advisory Board. Reports indicate that Royer previously attended a Lashkar-e-Taiba training camp in Pakistan in 2000 and was involved in related activities. Both individuals have been associated with Islamic organizations and have faced allegations regarding ties to jihadist groups.
Ten prisoners escaped from a New Orleans jail through a hole in their cell. Authorities report that some of the escapees are accused of murder, and seven remain at large. The escape was reportedly aided by individuals inside the facility.
Donald Trump has announced his intention to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He also mentioned plans to speak with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and NATO leaders.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has suggested that the Vatican could serve as a venue for peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, citing the Holy See's previous offers and the willingness expressed by Pope Leo XIV to assist in resolving the conflict.
Two helicopters carrying five people collided in mid-air in Finland, resulting in several fatalities. The aircraft had departed from Estonia and were transporting businessmen. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.
Two civilian helicopters collided in western Finland, resulting in the deaths of all five people on board, according to police reports.
The Iranian government has announced plans to deport two million undocumented migrants, citing a lack of capacity to accommodate further refugees. Authorities state that the return of migrants to their countries of origin is a priority.
The Trump administration is reportedly considering a television show concept where immigrants would compete in various challenges across the United States, with the potential reward of US citizenship.