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A construction crane toppled onto a moving passenger train in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, derailing the train and killing at least 32 people while injuring about 64; several passengers remained missing as rescuers treated the wounded and authorities opened an investigation.
A construction crane toppled onto a moving train in Thailand, killing at least 29 people and injuring many, with responders searching for survivors and investigators examining the incident’s causes.
The United Nations reports that 2025 was Ukraine's deadliest year for civilians since 2022, with at least 2,514 killed and more injured, a 31% rise from 2024 and 70% from 2023, driven by intensified hostilities and the expanded use of long-range weapons. The year included the deadliest attack in Ternopil and widespread power outages around Kyiv as Russia targeted energy infrastructure amid freezing conditions.
A lone bull elephant rampaged through Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district for nine days, killing at least 20 people and injuring 15, mostly civilians, as forest officials and drones searched for the animal and residents fled their homes amid escalating human-elephant conflict.
An explosion at a wedding in Islamabad, Pakistan killed eight people, including the bride and groom, with several others injured.
A gas cylinder explosion at a wedding in Islamabad killed eight people, including the bride and groom, and injured seven as part of the home collapsed and nearby houses were damaged. Authorities launched an investigation, with rescue workers pulling victims from rubble; the incident prompted the prime minister to express condolences and urge safety education to prevent similar accidents.
A gas cylinder explosion at a wedding in Islamabad killed eight people, including the bride and groom, and injured seven as guests slept; the blast caused part of the house to collapse and authorities launched an investigation. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed grief and ordered a full inquiry, with experts noting LPG cylinder hazards in Pakistan amid energy shortages.
Israeli forces killed at least three Palestinians in two Gaza incidents on Sunday, one in Gaza City’s Tuffah district and another near Khan Younis, amid ongoing tension since the October ceasefire. The Israeli military says the strikes targeted militants posing an immediate threat. Fighting has largely subsided since the ceasefire but continues to be contested, with more than 440 Palestinians and three Israeli soldiers killed since the truce.
Iran is experiencing widespread protests with at least 65 reported deaths amid a government crackdown and ongoing internet blackout, as demonstrators call for regime change and the return of the monarchy, drawing international concern and support for the protesters.
Ukrainian officials report rising Russian military casualties, suggesting unsustainable losses for Russia, which is increasingly relying on reserve troops and new tactics amid ongoing conflict. Ukraine emphasizes its drone production and strategic responses, while Russia claims Ukrainian recruitment issues and continues its military advances, including new drone tactics and long-range attacks. The conflict remains intense with significant civilian and military impacts.
The U.S. government estimates that approximately 75 people were killed during a military raid in Venezuela aimed at capturing President Nicolás Maduro, with many casualties resulting from a gun battle at his compound in Caracas.
The U.S. military conducted a raid in Caracas to capture Nicolás Maduro, resulting in at least 56 deaths including Venezuelan security officers, Cuban personnel, and civilians, with injuries to U.S. servicemembers. The operation has sparked international controversy, political upheaval in Venezuela, and debates over U.S. foreign policy and military intervention.
Russian forces attempted to use a gas pipeline as a covert route for an assault in Ukraine's Kupiansk sector, but the operation was detected and thwarted by Ukrainian troops, resulting in at least 40 Russian soldiers killed and no strategic gains. Despite setbacks, Russian infiltration efforts continue, with Ukraine maintaining control of the area.
Russian military casualties in Ukraine have increased by 900 in the past day, bringing total combat losses since February 2022 to approximately 1,211,530, with significant equipment and personnel losses reported by Ukrainian sources.
A missile attack on Kharkiv killed two, including a child, and injured around 28, with Ukraine blaming Russia and Russia denying involvement, amid ongoing tensions and upcoming peace talks.