Syrian conflict escalates: more than 300 Alawites killed in new government’s purges

More than 300 Alawites were killed in Syria during the purges by the new government after the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad. The total number of victims exceeded 550. The country is facing the threat of a new round of violence.
Iran denies receiving a letter from Trump: diplomatic game or escalation of tensions?

Iran denies receiving a letter from Donald Trump, and Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei refuses to negotiate on US terms. Trump warns of “interesting days” and hints at possible consequences for Tehran.
A cross on the dome of the Kyiv Cave Monastery collapses: rescuers dismantle it

A cross on the dome of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra partially collapsed. Rescuers from the State Emergency Service have safely dismantled the structure. The causes of the incident are still unknown, but work is underway to assess the condition of the building.
The new government of Germany: CDU and SPD reach preliminary coalition agreement

CDU leader and future German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Photo: Mike Schmidt The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) candidate for German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and the Social Democratic Party (SPD) have reached a preliminary agreement on the formation of a coalition government. This was reported by representatives of the CDU, Reuters reports. Coalition governments are a tradition […]