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Thursday, July 2, marked the 15th day since Washington and Tehran signed a memorandum of understanding and the 125th day since the commencement of the war, as Iran warned the United States and Israel against launching any attack during the state funeral of late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran's armed forces were ready to react forcefully to any threat or attack, according to Ali Abdollahi, commander of Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, who cautioned the US and Israel against any "miscalculation," according to Reuters. Authorities issued the warning as they finalized preparations for the six-day burial festivities, which are anticipated to attract millions of mourners and international dignitaries from dozens of nations. According to Ayatollah Hakim Elahi, the Supreme Leader's envoy in India, Mojtaba Khamenei is unlikely to attend his father's funeral due to increased security concerns. Speaking in a special interview with India Today before depa...

Due to overpopulation and a lack of access to sanitary facilities and clean water, aid workers are concerned about disease outbreaks in makeshift shelters. Medical professionals worry that the impact of the terrible twin earthquakes in Venezuela could lead to an expanding health catastrophe characterized by infectious infections, untreated injuries, and a healthcare system that is already in danger of collapsing. Following the June 24 earthquakes, which officials claimed on Wednesday killed at least 2,295 people and injured over 11,000, thousands of displaced Venezuelans are sleeping in cramped temporary shelters or outside without access to clean water in unhygienic conditions. Eugenio Cova, the chief of the trauma unit at Hospital Jose Gregorio Hernandez in Caracas, stated, "The problem we anticipate just around the corner is the infections that patients who have been exposed to the disaster for the longest time might bring." "We've already experienced a period o...

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko posted on Telegram that "ballistic missiles and UAVs are attacking Kyiv," adding that explosions could be heard throughout the city. Following President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's warning that Moscow was planning a "massive attack," Russia conducted a huge attack on the capital of Ukraine overnight into Thursday, July 2, 2026, resulting in at least eight fatalities and numerous injuries as deafening explosions shook Kyiv for hours. According to Tymur Tkachenko, commander of the Kyiv City Military Administration, eight persons were murdered in the incident. He said that 28 areas throughout the city had damage, primarily to residential structures and civilian infrastructure. According to Mayor Vitali Klitschko, 34 individuals were hurt.

Aged home following two powerful earthquakes on June 25, 2026, in Moron, Venezuela. | Image credit: Reuters On Thursday, June 25, 2026, rescue crews raced to northern districts affected by two strong earthquakes that killed about 235 people and injured at least 4,300, while Venezuelans looked for survivors beneath collapsed structures. Health Minister Carlos Alvarado told state media on Thursday, "Unfortunately, we have received about 235 patients who arrive without vital signs or die when they arrive at our health facilities." Following the 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes that occurred on Wednesday (June 24, 2026) evening, which were among the strongest in Venezuela in more than a century and felt throughout the region, the number of fatalities and injuries is predicted to increase, with thousands reported missing. Buildings as far away as Brazil's Amazon were evacuated, and thousands of people were reported missing. In the meantime, terrified citizens flocked to th...

A 60-day Memorandum of Understanding between the US and Iran aims to reopen the Hormuz Strait, with discussions over nuclear and other issues scheduled. President Donald Trump of the United States has raised hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough by announcing that the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz will be eased and that he will make a final decision on a possible deal with Iran after meeting with his national security team on Friday. There is still a great deal of mistrust between the two parties, though. As negotiations continue, Iran's lead negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, stated that Tehran would evaluate any agreement based on deeds rather than words. The draft framework has recently been changed and has not yet been finalized or formally authorized, according to Iran's semi-official Tasnim news agency, adding to the uncertainty. What we know is as follows: In Iran More international ships pass through Hormuz: According to nautical data, there have been more ...

Toyota India has finally released the costs of the Suzuki e Vitara-based all-electric SUV, the Ebella, after a protracted evaluation process. The top-spec E3 variant of the brand's new SUV costs Rs. 23.60 lakh. Nevertheless, Toyota has not yet disclosed the E1 and E2 models' costs. The E3 version of the Urban Cruiser Ebella is propelled by a front-mounted electric engine and a 61kWh battery pack. With its distinctive hammerhead front fascia, LED lighting components, aerodynamic profile, dual-tone paint options, and 18-inch alloy wheels, the Ebella embodies Toyota's "Urban Tech" stylistic philosophy. The electric SUV's interior is packed with goodies including a panoramic sunroof, sliding and reclining rear seats, ambient lighting with 12 color options, ventilated front seats, and a high-end JBL audio system. A 10.1-inch touchscreen entertainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster are ...