QtrendsSouthern Philippines struck by a deadly 7.8 magnitude earthquake killing at least 32. Iran and Israel exchange missile fire, threatening the fragile Middle East ceasefire. Pashinyan's pro-Europe party wins Armenia's general election, cementing a shift away from Moscow.
A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines on Monday, killing at least 32 people and collapsing buildings. The quake also triggered tsunami warnings across the region as authorities urged coastal residents to evacuate. Rescuers are racing to reach affected areas amid ongoing aftershocks.
Iran launched missiles at Israel in the first such direct bombardment since the fragile ceasefire, escalating tensions in the Middle East. The exchange threatens to unravel the truce brokered earlier this year. Trump claims a new ceasefire deal is close, but both sides continue to trade strikes.
Iran's military announced it is halting strikes against Israel after hours of attacks, but warned it would resume if Israel continues operations in Lebanon. The conditional halt offers a potential path toward de-escalation, though the situation remains volatile.
Iran's strikes against Israel serve a broader strategic goal of protecting its regional influence and military gains. Analysts note that Tehran is balancing military escalation with diplomatic signaling. The targeting of key Israeli infrastructure reflects a calculated approach.
Armenia's pro-European Union party led by Prime Minister Pashinyan has won the country's general election, cementing a shift away from Russia's orbit. The result is being closely watched by both Moscow and Western capitals. Pashinyan declared a 'historic victory' as vote tallying continued.