Two workers critically injured after WWII-era ordnance explodes in Slovenia
Two construction workers were critically injured Friday when suspected World War II-era ordnance exploded at a site near Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana, police said.
Alexander Vinnik, a Russian national convicted of cybercrime, has returned to Moscow after being released by U.S. authorities as part of a prisoner exchange, according to Russian news agencies.
Vinnik, who pleaded guilty in May 2024 to conspiracy to commit money laundering, arrived at Moscow’s Vnukovo Airport on Thursday night, aviation officials confirmed.
His lawyer stated that his flight originated from Istanbul, Türkiye, following his release under a U.S.-Russia exchange agreement.
Vinnik was previously accused of operating BTC-e, a now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange linked to money laundering and cyber fraud. His extradition and conviction were part of long-running legal battles involving the U.S., France, and Russia.
Russian officials have not provided details on the terms of his release, but his return marks another high-profile swap between Washington and Moscow amid ongoing diplomatic tensions.
China has rolled out the world’s first 10-gigabit (10G) fixed broadband network in Xiong'an New Area, promising ultra-fast speeds and low latency through cutting-edge optical infrastructure.
Pope Francis's relationship with Azerbaijan has evolved significantly over the years, characterized by diplomatic exchanges, promotion of religious tolerance, and peace advocacy in the Caucasus region.
Russia launched a major missile and drone assault on Kyiv overnight on April 24, killing at least twelve people and injuring 90, including children and a pregnant woman, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko.
China’s pivot away from U.S. liquefied petroleum gas under new tariffs is shaking global energy flows, slashing demand, and fuelling a scramble for alternatives across Asia, with Middle Eastern suppliers and rival buyers seizing the moment.
A deadly attack targeting tourists in India’s Jammu and Kashmir territory has left at least 20 feared dead, marking the deadliest incident against civilians in the region for years, according to security sources.
Two construction workers were critically injured Friday when suspected World War II-era ordnance exploded at a site near Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana, police said.
A large explosion occurred at Shahid Rajaee Port in southern Iran, prompting a swift response from emergency teams as investigations into the cause continue.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is set to visit Qatar on Sunday to discuss ways to deepen bilateral ties and coordinate on key regional matters, continuing the momentum from recent diplomatic exchanges.
Top Iranian and U.S. negotiators began a new round of indirect talks on Saturday in Muscat, seeking to broker a deal to curb Tehran's nuclear programme, as President Donald Trump expressed optimism about reaching an agreement.
Foreign ministers from Central Asia and China gathered in Almaty, Kazakhstan, on Saturday for the sixth meeting under the Central Asia-China format, aiming to deepen regional cooperation and address shared challenges.
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