US forces launched fresh military strikes against Iranian air-defense, coastal surveillance, and missile sites following projectile attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, with explosions reported in Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island[3]. The US military confirmed at least 14 people killed in strikes over the last two days as Iran accuses the US of violating their memorandum and warns of retaliation[3]. President Donald Trump announced the naval blockade will resume tomorrow and imposed a 20% fee on ships transiting the Strait amid escalating regional tensions[3].
Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off India's first hydrogen-powered train connecting Jind and Sonipat in Haryana on Friday, calling it a major leap for green mobility and a success of the 'Make in India' campaign[1]. Modi also dedicated development projects worth Rs 14,700 crore to the nation in Haryana, boosting road connectivity and healthcare infrastructure[1].
READ FULL STORY ›A train rammed a pool car at an open level crossing in West Bengal's Murshidabad district on Friday, killing four school students and a bicycle rider[1]. Officials confirmed the total of five fatalities in the incident involving the West Bengal rail network[1].
READ FULL STORY ›Andy Burnham was confirmed on Friday as the newly elected leader of the UK's governing Labour Party, becoming the prime minister-designate to take charge at 10 Downing Street next week[1]. His election marks a leadership transition for the Labour Party ahead of the upcoming week's governmental responsibilities[1].
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