The Indian Commercial Pilots' Association (ICPA) condemned allegations of human error and pilot suicide in the Air India 171 crash that killed 260 people, calling them “deeply insensitive.” The Ahmedabad-London flight crashed shortly after takeoff on June 12. ICPA said baseless accusations, without verified evidence, disrespected the profession and grieving families. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau’s preliminary report revealed fuel cutoffs caused both engines to fail mid-air. One pilot allegedly questioned the other mid-crisis, with both denying responsibility. The sole survivor is British national Vishwas Kumar Ramesh. ICPA urged restraint in public speculation. (PC: PTI)

As Pakistan’s presidency of the UN Security Council nears its end, it plans an open debate on unresolved global disputes, subtly aiming to spotlight the Kashmir issue without naming it directly. Deputy PM Ishaq Dar will chair the July 22 session, with UN Secretary-General António Guterres expected to brief. Pakistan seeks a resolution invoking Chapter VI of the UN Charter, promoting peaceful conflict resolution. The move avoids direct mention of Jammu and Kashmir to prevent vetoes, as only China supports Pakistan’s stance. A second event will promote UN-OIC cooperation, reinforcing Islamabad’s Kashmir narrative. Critics view this as a strategic back-door push to internationalize the issue. (PC: Reuters)

At around 1:00 a.m. on July 11, 2025, a military jet bombed a Buddhist monastery in Lin Ta Lu village, Sagaing Township, central Myanmar, where more than 150 displaced civilians had taken refuge . The strike killed at least 23 people, including four children, and injured approximately 30 others, with around 10 in critical condition . Independent outlets suggest the death toll may be as high as 30, though this remains unconfirmed . Witnesses described the hall as “completely destroyed” . The Myanmar military has yet to comment, though it has historically claimed to strike only resistance targets . The attack occurred during a broader offensive aimed at reclaiming resistance-controlled regions ahead of a contested general election. (PC: The Hindu)  

A TUI Boeing 787 Dreamliner en route from Cancun to London made an emergency landing in Bangor, Maine, after two passengers began fighting mid-air. The flight, carrying 267 passengers, landed at 9:30 PM local time Tuesday. Due to crew duty limits, all passengers stayed overnight in Bangor. A replacement crew resumed the journey Wednesday afternoon, and the flight safely reached Gatwick Airport. US Customs and Border Protection removed the two individuals, processed them for expedited removal, and returned them to their home countries on separate flights. Audio between the pilot and air traffic control revealed the urgency of the diversion, with security waiting on arrival. (PC: The Indian Express)

Satellite imagery captured before and after the June 23, 2025 missile barrage on Al Udeid Air Base near Doha reveals that a geodesic radome—housing a $15 million secure communications terminal—was destroyed in the attack, though surrounding structures suffered only minimal damage. The Pentagon confirmed that one Iranian ballistic missile struck the dome while the other 13 were intercepted by U.S. and Qatari air defenses. Despite Iran’s claims of crippling U.S. capabilities, the base remains fully operational with no casualties reported. The strike followed U.S. air raids on Iranian nuclear facilities and formed part of an escalation that concluded with a ceasefire.  

FBI Director Kash Patel is reportedly considering resignation, escalating a high-stakes internal dispute over the handling of Jeffrey Epstein’s files. The conflict follows a heated confrontation between Deputy Director Dan Bongino and Attorney General Pam Bondi at the White House, centering on Bondi’s failure to release a rumored "client list" and allegations of mishandled documents. Right-wing critics—including Bondi’s supporters—demand she step down. Bondi had previously promoted the imminent release of explosive revelations which the DOJ later confirmed never existed. The standoff highlights tensions over transparency and leadership credibility within the Trump-era Justice Department. (PC: Axios)  

Carolina Wilga, a 26-year-old German backpacker, was miraculously found alive after spending 12 days lost in the remote Australian outback. She had last been seen on June 29, 2025, in the small town of Beacon, Western Australia, before her Mitsubishi van was discovered abandoned and bogged in mud in the Karroun Hill Nature Reserve. Carolina survived extreme weather, freezing nights, dehydration, and injuries from mosquitoes while navigating dense bushland on foot. Her rescue came after a passing motorist spotted her walking along a bush track. She was airlifted to Perth hospital in stable condition, astonishing rescuers.   

Satellite imagery from Planet Labs reveals that a geodesic dome housing a $15 million secure communications system at Al Udeid Air Base was destroyed in Iran’s June 23 missile strike. A scorch mark and visible damage to a nearby building appeared in post-strike photos, whereas surrounding structures remained intact .The Pentagon officially confirmed that one Iranian missile penetrated base defenses, inflicting minimal damage, and affirmed continued base operations with no casualties . The strike occurred amid escalating tensions during a 12-day Iran-Israel war and preceded a ceasefire brokered by former President Trump. (PC: AP)  

US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump visited Kerrville, Texas, after catastrophic floods killed 120 people and left 161 missing. Meeting with first responders and grieving families, Trump also stood alongside Texas Governor Greg Abbott. The visit comes as criticism mounts over whether authorities did enough to warn residents ahead of the disaster. Last weekend’s torrential storms dumped months’ worth of rain within hours, submerging homes, roads, and vehicles across central Texas. As river levels surged, thousands were forced to evacuate. The president is expected to face sharp scrutiny over the federal and local response to the tragedy. (PC: BBC)

At least 23 civilians, including 4 children, were killed in an airstrike on a Buddhist monastery in Lin Ta Lu village, Sagaing region, Myanmar, on July 11, 2025. Around 150 people were sheltering there due to ongoing conflict. About 30 others were injured, 10 critically, according to a resistance fighter. The military, which seized power in 2021, has escalated airstrikes in resistance strongholds like Sagaing. Thousands have fled nearby villages. Opposition leaders say the junta is trying to regain territory ahead of a controversial election aimed at legitimising its rule. The military has not commented on the latest deadly attack.