An Israeli airstrike struck a car on a highway in southern Lebanon killing family members with mourners carrying bodies during a funeral procession in the port city of Tyre on May 29.
Year: 2026
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Holds Bilateral Talks in Singapore at Shangri-La Dialogue
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth held a bilateral meeting with Singapore’s Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 29.
ICC Trial Chamber III Constituted for Duterte Case After Confirmation of Charges
The ICC Presidency constituted Trial Chamber III for the Duterte case after confirmation of charges was completed signalling the next formal phase in the proceedings.
ICC Unseals Arrest Warrant Against Rodrigo Duterte for Alleged Crimes Against Humanity
The International Criminal Court unsealed an arrest warrant against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for alleged crimes against humanity related to his drugs war.
WHO Chief Arrives in Congo’s Capital Kinshasa to Witness Ebola Outbreak Response
The head of the World Health Organization arrived in Kinshasa Congo to personally witness and support efforts against an outbreak of a rare type of Ebola virus threatening the region.
Russia Fires Drone Strikes on Romanian Apartments in NATO-Adjacent Escalation
Russia launched drone strikes on apartment buildings in Romania a NATO member state prompting the alliance to issue a strong statement affirming its readiness to defend its territory.
NASA Leaders Detail Plans for a Moon Base After Successful Artemis II Mission
NASA leaders detailed plans for a permanent moon base nearly two months after the successful completion of the Artemis II mission as the space agency advances its lunar exploration goals.
Israel Lebanon Officials Set to Meet as US-Iran Peace Talks Continue in Oman
Israel and Lebanon officials were scheduled to meet on May 29 as US-Iran peace negotiations continued in Oman with diplomats trying to reduce regional tensions ahead of a possible agreement.
China Shenzhou 21 Astronauts Return to Earth Wrapping Up Record-Breaking Mission
China’s Shenzhou 21 astronauts returned to Earth on May 29 wrapping up a record-breaking and eventful space mission marking another milestone for China’s growing space programme.
Hantavirus Outbreak Linked to Cruise Ship MV Hondius Triggers European Health Concern
A hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius triggered health concerns across Europe as authorities scrambled to contain the spread and trace all contacts.