The New York Knicks defeated the Boston Celtics 119-81 in Game 6 at Madison Square Garden, advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in 25 years. The Knicks will face the Indiana Pacers in the next round.
During 'Operation Sindoor', Indian Army air defence units deployed along the western front neutralized more than 600 Pakistani drones using a multi-layered air defence system that combined existing and indigenous technologies.
Israel has initiated a new military operation in Gaza following airstrikes that killed more than 100 people. The operation aims to seize strategic areas and secure the release of hostages held by Hamas. The Israeli military targeted multiple locations, and Palestinian health officials reported casualties and damage. International organizations have expressed concern about the humanitarian situation.
A survivor of sexual abuse by Richard Daschbach, a former priest convicted of child sexual abuse in Timor-Leste, has voiced concerns about her safety and the safety of others if he is pardoned. Daschbach, a U.S. citizen, is serving a 12-year sentence. Human rights groups have also expressed opposition to the potential pardon.
The FBI has dismantled a criminal network involved in ‘sextortion’ schemes that targeted thousands of minors worldwide. The investigation led to the arrest of a suspect believed to be responsible for the death of a teenager. Authorities emphasize the availability of mental health resources and ongoing efforts to improve support for affected individuals.
President Trump, during a speech in Saudi Arabia, announced that the United States would scale back its involvement in nation-building and interventions in other countries, emphasizing a policy of non-interference in domestic governance. The statement received applause from the audience.
Israeli attacks near the European Hospital in southern Gaza resulted in at least 28 deaths, according to Gaza’s civil defence agency. The Israeli military has not issued a statement regarding the incident. The European Hospital is a key medical facility in the region, and the situation remains tense as military operations continue.
José Mujica, former president of Uruguay and one-time guerrilla fighter, has died at the age of 89. The Uruguayan government announced his passing.
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been elected mayor of his home city, Davao, despite being detained by the International Criminal Court on charges related to his anti-drug campaign. Official results were released Tuesday, and the election was monitored by both local and international observers.
President Trump has arrived in Saudi Arabia, marking the start of a four-day visit to several Gulf countries. The trip, which also includes stops in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, is his first major overseas journey of his second term. Trump has indicated an intention to pursue agreements worth over $1 trillion during this tour.