Jenin killings latest example of Israeli indifference to Palestinian death

Polls have opened in Honduras for a presidential election characterized by accusations of fraud and manipulation, with the right-wing candidate Nasry Asfura receiving backing from the United States. The election occurs in a highly polarized environment, raising concerns about the integrity of the voting process.

Severe flooding in Indonesia, particularly on Sumatra island, has led to a rising death toll of 442, with many areas remaining inaccessible for aid delivery. The situation has left residents struggling to find food and clean water amidst the devastation.

European migration funding has inadvertently bolstered Sudanese paramilitaries, while inadequate export oversight has facilitated the flow of arms to conflict zones, exacerbating the ongoing violence in Sudan.

In Gaza, a severe lack of resources has left many mothers struggling during childbirth, often grieving for lost children. The ongoing humanitarian crisis exacerbates the challenges faced by families, highlighting the dire conditions in which they are forced to bring new life into a conflict-ridden environment.

A nanny in Hong Kong livestreamed her escape from a devastating apartment fire, which occurred in the Tai Po district, to alert other residents as fire alarms failed. The incident has resulted in a tragic loss of life, with reports indicating at least 128 fatalities and many individuals still missing.

Sri Lanka has declared a state of emergency as severe flooding has devastated Colombo, resulting in the destruction of over 25,000 homes and displacing approximately 147,000 individuals. This flooding is reported to be the deadliest since 2017, with the situation exacerbated by heavy rains linked to Cyclone Ditwah.

A catastrophic fire erupted in a high-rise residential complex in Hong Kong's Tai Po district, resulting in a death toll that has reached at least 146, with more than 100 individuals still unaccounted for. The fire, which burned for two days, has been described as one of the deadliest incidents in the city's history, prompting a significant emergency response and ongoing rescue operations.

The Palestinian Health Ministry reports that the death toll in Gaza has surpassed 70,000 due to ongoing Israeli attacks over more than two years of conflict. This grim milestone reflects the severe humanitarian crisis in the region, exacerbated by repeated outbreaks of violence despite attempts at ceasefire agreements.