Israeli Raid in Southern Syria Kills at Least 10
Israeli forces raided the village of Beit Jin in southern Syria on Friday, and opened fire after residents confronted them, killing at least 10 people, Syrian officials and local residents said.
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Guard Member Killed; Hong Kong Blaze Toll Climbs
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Olive Ridley Recovery in India, But Risks Persist
An olive ridley sea turtle hatchling lurches along the sand to the sea in Velas, India. Diaa Hadid/NPR hide caption toggle caption Diaa Hadid/NPR VELAS, India — Little kids giddily squeal as a baby sea turtle, flippers flapping, lurches toward the water with the grace of a drunk lunging for a cab at closing time.
Ukraine envoy: Peace deal must prevent future Russian aggression
Ukraine's ambassador to the U.S. on peace plan negotiations between the two countries Olha Stefanishyna, Ukraine's ambassador to the U.S., addresses a press conference in Budapest, Hungary, on April 29, 2025.
ISS Crew Celebrates Thanksgiving With Russian Cranberry Sauce
As well as the traditional Thanksgiving fare, NASA astronauts on the International Space Station will enjoy clams, smoked salmon and lobster.
US-Venezuela Standoff Escalates Toward Possible Conflict
President of Venezuela Nicolás Maduro dances during a march as part of the "Venezuelan Student Day" at Miraflores in Caracas, Venezuela, on Nov. 21. Jesus Vargas/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Jesus Vargas/Getty Images BOGOTÁ, Colombia — The U.S.
Deadly Hong Kong High-Rise Blaze: 44 Dead, 279 Missing
Thick smoke and flames rise as a major fire engulfs several apartment blocks at the Wang Fuk Court residential estate in Hong Kong's Tai Po district on Wednesday. Dozens of people were killed or were missing in the blaze.
Ukraine and Russia Exchange Strikes Amid Push for US Peace Plan
Rana Taha Published November 25, 2025 last updated November 25, 2025 Russian officials reported a barrage of deadly Ukrainian drone strikes, while authorities in Kyiv said the capital was strongly hit. Meanwhile, British Prime Minister Starmer will host a call on Ukraine. Follow DW.
Trump and Xi Converse on Trade, Taiwan and Ukraine
President Trump and China's leader Xi Jinping shake hands in Busan, South Korea, Oct.
Ukraine Plan, MAGA Rift, Fragile Gaza Ceasefire
Updated Ukraine Peace Plan, MAGA Fractures, Fragile Gaza Ceasefire Good morning. You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day.
Jet-Ski Escape from Libya to Reunite Family
Mohammed Abu Daqqa, 31, was the driver of the jet ski. Reuters hide caption toggle caption Reuters OSNABRÜCK, Germany — They are a tiny speck speeding across the Mediterranean Sea.
G20 Summit Concludes in South Africa Amid U.S. Boycott
Heads of states pose for a family photo following the first plenary session of the G20 leaders' summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Saturday. Misper Apawu/Pool AP hide caption toggle caption Misper Apawu/Pool AP JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — This weekend's G20 Leaders' Summit in South Africa was unusual for several reasons.