Category: World
Syria
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a rebel militia, recently seized Aleppo, the 2nd largest city in Syria.
Ukraine
Recently, Ukraine was in the news due to a Russian intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) attack targeting the city of Dnipro. This marks the 1st wartime use of an ICBM, escalating tensions between the two countries.
Badwater Basin in Death Valley
Contrary to its dry reputation, Badwater Basin in Death Valley has accommodated an ephemeral lake (Lake Manly) for a prolonged duration.
Aral Sea
NASA has reported that, the climate change is accelerating the demise of the Aral Sea. Endorheic lakes do not have…
Lake Retba
Lake Retba, which is nearly lifeless, is at risk of vanishing due to the impacts of pollution and mining. Senegal:…
Senkaku Islands
Chinese Coast Guard said a Japanese fishing vessels and patrol boats illegally entered territorial waters of Diaoyu (Senkaku) islands.
Seine river
The opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics on July 26, 2024, will be held on the River Seine.
Black Sea
NATO members Turkey, Bulgaria and Romania signed agreement on demining the Black Sea.
Belgorod Region
Russia says its air defence systems destroyed 12 Ukraine-launched missiles over Belgorod region along the border.
Timor-Leste
Indian Prime Minister held a bilateral meeting with the President of Timor-Leste.