The Balochistan Republican Guards (BRG) claimed responsibility for a remote-controlled IED attack on the Jaffar Express in Sultan Kot, Pakistan. The explosion derailed the train, injuring four passengers, with the group stating Pakistani army personnel were on board. This location has been a frequent target for Baloch militants over the years.

French President Emmanuel Macron faces political turmoil following the abrupt resignation of his prime minister, the fourth in just over a year. This instability, stemming from a hung parliament after snap elections, hinders efforts to address economic issues and international challenges. Macron's options are limited, with another dissolution of parliament carrying significant risks.

Two years after Hamas's brutal October 7th assault, Israel and Hamas remain locked in a devastating conflict. Despite ongoing peace talks in Egypt, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens, while Israelis mourn their dead and demand the return of hostages. The war has seen widespread destruction, significant casualties on both sides, and international scrutiny.

A tourist, identified as Hong, died on Mount Nama in Sichuan after unbuckling his safety harness to take a selfie. The 31-year-old slipped near a crevasse and fell 200 meters down the snowy peak. Officials stated the group had not obtained climbing permits, and the incident is under police investigation.

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party has chosen Sanae Takaichi as its new leader. Takaichi, a conservative, is set to become the nation's first female prime minister. She faces immediate challenges addressing inflation and diplomatic issues. Her ultra-conservative stances risk alienating coalition partners and straining international relations. Takaichi must navigate these complexities to maintain power and public trust.

A man was found decapitated in his Staten Island home in New York, with a knife still in his neck. His 19-year-old stepson, who has a history of mental illness, has been taken into custody. The gruesome discovery was made by the victim's sister, who found blood trails leading to the bathroom.

As the US government shutdown enters its sixth day, President Trump teased a potential healthcare deal with Democrats before retracting, insisting the government must reopen first. Democrats deny any current negotiations with the White House, while Senate Democrats state they are willing to participate if Trump is ready to work together.

A 26-year-old Hyderabad student, Chandrashekar Pole, was tragically shot dead by an unidentified gunman at a Dallas gas station where he worked part-time. Pole had moved to the US in 2023 for higher studies, completing his master's degree six months ago. BRS MLA T Harish Rao met the bereaved family and demanded that the Telangana government make arrangements to bring Pole’s mortal remains back to his hometown.

Switzerland announced a diplomatic protest against Israel after its security forces restricted Swiss diplomats' access to detained nationals from a Gaza aid flotilla. The flotilla, carrying activists including Greta Thunberg, was intercepted by Israel, which called the mission a "stunt" in an active combat zone. Global protests followed the incident.

Four students sustained injuries in a school bomb explosion in Pakistan. A fourth-grade student carried an abandoned mortar shell into his classroom. The device detonated when it fell to the floor. Injured students received medical attention at a hospital. Authorities are now searching for additional unexploded ordnance. Similar incidents occur frequently near the Afghan border.