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World Russia Strikes Second Major Bridge in Kyiv, Mayor Reports According to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko, Russia has hit the Northern Bridge in the Ukrainian capital, marking the second major bridge targeted in recent days. BBC News World Senegal's Hidden Debt Crisis and IMF Relations Under Scrutiny A new **$2.2 billion** loan program between the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Senegal has been announced, bringing the country's previously concealed debts and quest for economic independence Al Jazeera World Flydubai Co-Pilot's Axe Attack on Captain Prevented Disaster A co-pilot's attempt to attack the captain with an axe and seize control of a Flydubai plane was thwarted by passengers and crew, preventing a potential disaster. BBC News World Yemeni Army Reports Over 1,500 Houthi Casualties in Recent Fighting, Key Crossing Closed Yemen's internationally recognized government forces claim significant gains against Houthi rebels, reporting over 1,500 casualties and closing a vital crossing. Al Jazeera World Russia Strikes Key Northern Bridge in Kyiv, Mayor Reports According to Kyiv's mayor, Russia targeted the crucial Northern Bridge in the capital, intensifying its attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure. DW World Verstappen Secures First Pole Position of the Season at Malaysian GP Red Bull driver Max Verstappen claimed his first pole position of the season at the Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia. Al Jazeera World German Official Calls for Next President to Come from the East Elisabeth Kaiser, Germany's Commissioner for Eastern Germany, has advocated for the next president to be from East Germany during Unity Day celebrations. DW World Yemeni Families Displaced Again as Houthis Advance on Red Sea Coast Thousands of Yemeni families are once again fleeing their homes as Houthi forces make significant advances along the Red Sea coast. Al Jazeera World German President Steinmeier Laments 'Bitter Setbacks' on Unity Day German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, in his final Unity Day speech, warned that the hopes of the reunification era have suffered 'bitter setbacks' and that democracy is being challenged anew. DW Technology Milt Windler, NASA Flight Director Who Saved Apollo 13, Dies at 94 Milt Windler, a legendary NASA flight director who played a crucial role in the safe return of the Apollo 13 crew, has passed away at the age of 94. Ars Technica World Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Uzbekistan Conduct Joint Military Exercise 'Power of Unity-2026' Military forces from Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Uzbekistan united for the first time in the 'Power of Unity-2026' exercise, simulating responses to modern threats like drone attacks and cyber warfare. Euronews World US Deploys Third Aircraft Carrier to Waters Near Iran Amid Escalating Tensions The US is sending a third aircraft carrier group to the vicinity of Iran, accompanied by thousands of troops and advanced aircraft, intensifying pressure on Tehran. Al Jazeera World Iran Urges Iraq to Lift Flight Ban Amid US Sanctions Iran has called on Iraq to fully lift flight restrictions imposed due to US sanctions, advocating for the restoration of normal air travel between the two nations. Al Jazeera World Australia Identifies Significant Child Safety Gaps on Gaming Platforms Like Steam and Roblox Australia's online safety regulator has found significant shortcomings in how popular gaming platforms such as Steam, Roblox, Fortnite, and Minecraft protect children online. BBC News World Swiss Glaciers Lost Nearly 20% of Their Ice Mass in Five Years Swiss glaciers have rapidly receded, losing about 20% of their ice volume in the last five years and 5.5% this year alone, due to low snowfall and record-high temperatures. Al Jazeera Science Edinburgh's Historic Palm Houses Reopen After Six-Year Restoration The historic Palm Houses at Edinburgh's Royal Botanic Garden have reopened to the public following a comprehensive six-year restoration project. BBC News World Federal Judge Rules Noncitizen Voting Law Unconstitutional in Florida Case A federal judge in Miami has ruled a law criminalizing noncitizen voting unconstitutional, asserting states' exclusive power over voter qualifications. Al Jazeera World US Pressures Europe to Release Diesel Reserves Amid Export Ban Threat US President Donald Trump has threatened to ban diesel exports to ease prices in the US ahead of November elections, suggesting he might ask European countries to release their diesel reserves. BBC News World Ethiopia: Conflict Escalates Beyond Tigray as New Alliance Targets Government Fighting in northern Ethiopia has intensified and spread beyond the Tigray region, with a new alliance of armed groups aiming to overthrow the government. Al Jazeera World Flydubai Captain Describes Fighting for Passengers' Lives During Co-Pilot Attack in Cockpit Flydubai's Indian captain, Smit Machchhar, recounted fighting to save the lives of passengers during an attack by his co-pilot in the cockpit. BBC News World UK Arrests British-Iranian Suspect Over Alleged RAF Base Plot British police have arrested a 25-year-old British-Iranian man on suspicion of preparing "terrorist acts" in connection with a security incident at RAF Fairford airbase. Al Jazeera World US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Establishes New Office of Religious Affairs Reporting Directly to Him at Pentagon US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the establishment of a new Office of Religious Affairs at the Pentagon, which will report directly to him and provide religious support to military personne Euronews Sports NBA Closes Sole Elite Basketball Academy in Africa The NBA has closed its only elite training academy in Africa, located in Senegal, which has been preparing young African basketball players for professional leagues since 2018. Al Jazeera World Ethiopia and Eritrea Sever Diplomatic Ties Amid Escalating Tensions Ethiopia and Eritrea have mutually cut diplomatic relations as renewed fighting in northern Ethiopia raises fears of a wider regional conflict. BBC News