Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect in the apparent assassination attempt on Donald Trump, had a deep interest in the war in Ukraine. In May 2022, he was pictured at a Kyiv rally advocating for more humanitarian aid. The following month, Routh gave an interview to Newsweek Romania, expressing his strong belief that the Ukraine conflict was a clear battle between "good versus evil." Initially intending to fight in Ukraine, he instead focused on recruiting foreign fighters, emphasizing the need for more international support. During the interview, Routh became emotional, calling the conflict "the most important thing going on in the world today."  [Video Courtesy: Newsweek]

On September 15, 2024, former U.S. President Donald Trump thanked the U.S. Secret Service and law enforcement officials after an assassination attempt occurred while he was golfing in West Palm Beach, Florida. The FBI reported the incident as an attempted assassination, marking the second such attempt on Trump’s life in recent months. Trump was unharmed in the incident. In a post on Truth Social, Trump commended the Secret Service, Sheriff Ric Bradshaw, and other law enforcement personnel for their “outstanding” work in ensuring his safety. The former president also acknowledged the public's concern and well-wishes during the security incident.

On Sunday, a 58-year-old man, Ryan Wesley Routh, was arrested for attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump in Florida. Routh, a former construction worker, was found near Trump's golf course with a high-powered AK-47-style rifle and a GoPro camera. Secret Service agents opened fire, prompting Routh to flee in a black car. Witnesses helped authorities track down the vehicle, leading to Routh's arrest. The FBI is investigating the incident.

A man has been arrested following an "apparent assassination attempt" on Donald Trump at Trump International Golf Course in West Palm Beach, according to the FBI. Gunshots were heard while Trump played a round of golf. Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw said a Secret Service agent saw a rifle barrel protruding from a perimeter fence. The agent engaged the suspect, who fled the scene. It is unclear whether the suspect fired any shots or if only the Secret Service discharged their weapon. An assault rifle was recovered, and investigations are ongoing. No injuries have been reported.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump is safe after gunshots were fired near him on Sunday afternoon at Trump International Golf Course in Florida. Trump's campaign confirmed his safety, while the U.S. Secret Service is investigating the incident alongside the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office. The gunfire occurred just before 2 p.m. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris were briefed on the matter and expressed relief over Trump's safety. This follows a previous assassination attempt on Trump in Pennsylvania in July. Senator Lindsey Graham assured that Trump is in "good spirits" and remains focused on his campaign.

For the first time, Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen struck central Israel with a hypersonic ballistic missile, traveling 2,040 km in 11.5 minutes. Air raid sirens echoed in Tel Aviv as residents scrambled for shelter. Israel initially reported the missile fragmented in mid-air, with debris landing in open areas. No injuries were reported. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised a "heavy price" for the attack, referencing past Israeli strikes on Yemen. The Houthis claim the missile launch is in solidarity with Palestinians. Israel also faced projectile fire from Lebanon, with no casualties reported.

A Russian-guided bomb struck a high-rise residential building in Kharkiv, injuring at least 41 people, according to Mayor Ihor Terekhov. The bomb hit the 10th floor, igniting a fire across four floors and damaging 12 additional buildings. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for international support to defend Ukraine from Russian airstrikes, urging the West to provide long-range missiles for deep strikes into Russia. Meanwhile, two civilians were killed in a separate missile attack on Odesa. Ukraine's air force intercepted 10 drones and one missile overnight as Russia claimed to have downed 30 Ukrainian drones.

A senior Hamas official, Osama Hamdan, stated that the group has the resources to continue the ongoing conflict with Israel, despite heavy losses. Speaking from Istanbul, Hamdan emphasized that Hamas has gained experience and recruited new members during the 11-month war. The statement follows Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's retaliatory military operations after Hamas' October 7 attack, which killed over 1,200 people. The conflict has claimed over 41,000 lives in Gaza, according to local authorities. Tensions increased as the Houthis in Yemen launched a ballistic missile at Israel, further escalating the regional situation.

Donald Trump's campaign confirmed he is safe after gunshots were fired near his location at a golf course in West Palm Beach, Florida. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon and led to a significant police response. An AK-47 was found in nearby bushes, and a suspect has been apprehended. This follows a similar attack on Trump in Pennsylvania two months ago. The Secret Service, along with local law enforcement, is investigating the incident. Trump Jr. commented on social media, urging continued vigilance. No further details have been released at this time.

Former US President Donald Trump criticized pop star Taylor Swift on Sunday, stating he "hates her" following her endorsement of Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential election. Swift, who praised Harris as a "steady-handed" leader, announced her support on Instagram after the latest presidential debate. Trump responded on Truth Social, claiming Swift's Democratic endorsements will harm her career. Tesla CEO Elon Musk also mocked Swift, referencing a previous comment about childless women. Swift's endorsement comes amid ongoing political tensions, with her support aligning her with Harris in a contentious election cycle.