At least 9 people were killed and 46 injured, including five children, after Russia launched fresh missile strikes on Kyiv early Monday, according to Ukrainian officials. Rescue teams continued searching damaged apartment buildings for survivors as fires broke out across the city. The attack came just a day before the NATO summit in Turkey, where Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to meet US President Donald Trump. Zelensky had warned of another large-scale Russian attack and urged allies to speed up deliveries of long-range missiles and air defence systems, saying delays would cost more civilian lives and encourage further Russian attacks. (PC: NDTV)

Three sons of Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei attended his funeral prayers in Tehran on Sunday, while his successor, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, remained absent from the public ceremony. State television showed Mostafa, Meysam and Masoud Khamenei standing beside the coffins of their father and four other family members during prayers at the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Grand Mosque. Mojtaba's absence, despite recently assuming Iran's top leadership, drew attention as the country mourned the longtime leader following his death in US-Israeli airstrikes earlier this year. (PC: AP-PTI)

Mass protests swept across Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) on Sunday as thousands demonstrated against the alleged siege, demanding restoration of communication services, uninterrupted food and medicine supplies, release of detained leaders and implementation of a 38-point agreement. Violence erupted in the Anb area, where protesters alleged police and Rangers used tear gas and opened fire, killing one person, identified as Muhammad Yakub, and injuring several others. Demonstrations were reported across Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Mirpur, Dadyal and other towns. Protesters also sought the return of bodies to families and the release of Action Committee leader Shaukat Nawaz Mir. Authorities had not issued an official statement, and the claims remain independently unverified.

Thousands of mourners attending the funeral of Iran's late Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, chanted anti-US slogans, with some participants displaying banners and calling for the killing of U.S. President Donald Trump. A performer at the ceremony also delivered remarks urging revenge, drawing loud cheers from the crowd. The funeral reflected intense anger over Khamenei's death, with chants of "Death to America" and demands for retaliation. Iranian authorities have not officially endorsed the crowd's slogans, but the event underscored heightened tensions between Iran and the United States. (PC: AFP)

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was laid to rest in Tehran, with three of his sons—Mostafa Khamenei, Meysam Khamenei and Masoud Khamenei—attending the funeral ceremonies. However, the absence of Mojtaba Khamenei, widely viewed by observers as a potential successor, drew significant attention and fueled speculation. Iranian authorities offered no explanation for his absence. The funeral was attended by senior political, military and religious leaders, with large crowds gathering to pay their respects. The unexplained absence has intensified public discussion about Iran's future leadership and succession.

US President Donald Trump said he was surprised by the massive crowds attending the funeral of Iran's former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, remarking, “I thought people hated him.” Speaking during an interview, Trump questioned the scale of public mourning and suggested the displays of grief could be genuine or “fake tears.” He also claimed senior Iranian leaders gathered at the funeral could have been targeted but said the US chose not to act to keep diplomatic negotiations alive. The remarks came as hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran for Khamenei's state funeral amid heightened regional tensions. (PC: X)

A video circulating on social media after Argentina's dramatic 3-2 extra-time victory over Cape Verde at the FIFA World Cup 2026 has triggered allegations of bias against FIFA officials. The clip appears to show several officials celebrating as Argentina secured qualification, prompting some fans to question their neutrality. However, there is no official evidence that FIFA officials acted improperly or that the celebrations influenced the match outcome. The controversy has fueled widespread debate online, even as Argentina advanced to the Round of 16 after surviving a spirited challenge from World Cup debutants Cape Verde.

The United States celebrated the 250th anniversary of its independence with fireworks, military flyovers, concerts and public events across the country despite severe weather disruptions. In Washington, DC, President Donald Trump addressed a crowd at the National Mall after thunderstorms delayed the celebrations. The event featured a flyover by the new Air Force One and a large fireworks display. Heavy rain, thunderstorms and extreme heat affected celebrations in several states, causing event cancellations, power outages and travel disruptions. Communities nationwide also hosted parades, concerts and citizenship ceremonies to mark the historic milestone. (PC: BBC)

Iran strongly criticised US President Donald Trump after he said the United States could eliminate Iran's remaining leadership with "one shot" during the funeral ceremonies of late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Tehran described the remarks as lacking "civilisation" and "honour", saying they violated diplomatic norms and showed disrespect during a period of national mourning. Trump, however, added that such action would not be taken because Washington wanted to keep negotiations with Iran alive. The exchange comes as thousands gather in Tehran for Khamenei's funeral, with tensions between the two countries remaining high despite ongoing diplomatic efforts. (PC: India Today)

Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran for the funeral of late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, where chants of “Death to America” and “Death to Israel” echoed across the ceremony. Poet Mohammad Rasouli openly questioned why US President Donald Trump was still alive, drawing loud cheers from the crowd in the first direct public call for Trump's death by a funeral emcee. The event featured banners and posters targeting Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The funeral, delayed due to the war, comes as Iran negotiates with the US over ending the conflict. Khamenei’s son, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, is expected to strengthen the country's leadership after the ceremony.