Bridge Collapse in South Korea
At least three people died and six were injured in a bridge collapse at a highway construction site in the South Korean city of Cheonan on February 25. Authorities are also searching for another person thought to be buried under rubble at the site.
Ukraine's Rare Earth Minerals
The US-proposed draft contract reportedly requires Ukraine to cede half its revenue from rare earth minerals without security guarantees. Ukraine's critical mineral reserves are vital for global tech and defense industries, yet some are under Russian control.
Trump Rescinds Policy on US Weapons and War Crimes
US President Donald Trump has rescinded National Security Memorandum-20 (NSM-20), a policy introduced by Joe Biden in 2024 to prevent US weapons from being used in potential war crimes. The memorandum required the US to monitor and report when allied nations, including Israel, used American weapons to violate international law. The move comes after Biden's administration said Israel may have breached international humanitarian law with US weapons.
Sudanese Plane Crash
Forty-six people were killed and 10 others were injured on February 25 when a Sudanese army plane crashed into a residential area near a military airport in Omdurman, Khartoum state media office reported. A senior commander was among the dead.
Trump's AI-Generated "Future Gaza" Vision
US President Donald Trump faces backlash online after posting an AI-generated vision of a "future Gaza" and presenting it as a redevelopment plan. The video follows Trump's proposed plan for a US Gaza takeover, involving forcibly displacing and relocating Palestinians and reconstructing to create the "Riviera of the Middle East."
Israel Releases Palestinian Prisoners
Israel bussed dozens of freed Palestinian prisoners held at the notorious Ofer detention center to Ramallah, Occupied West Bank, during the early hours of February 27. Hundreds of Palestinian detainees beyond those released in Ramallah are set to be released within this delayed seventh batch throughout the West Bank and Gaza.
9 Comments
Donatello
Israel's release of Palestinian prisoners is a positive step, but it should be followed by further action to end the occupation. 🕊️
Leonardo
Proud of Israel for releasing Palestinian prisoners and taking steps towards a peaceful resolution. 🕊️
Raphael
The Sudanese people deserve answers and accountability after the tragic plane crash. 🇸🇩
Michelangelo
It's important to remember that many Palestinians remain detained without charge. We must continue to advocate for their release. 🇵🇸
Leonardo
South Korea will learn from this tragedy and improve safety regulations to prevent future bridge collapses. 🇰🇷
Africa
Rescinding the policy on US weapons and war crimes is a dangerous step backwards. We must hold ourselves and our allies accountable. ⚖️
Mariposa
The Palestinian prisoners released are just a fraction of those unjustly detained by Israel. All must be released. 🇵🇸
Muchacha
It's good to see the US prioritizing transparency and accountability regarding potential war crimes. 🇺🇸
Habibi
Heartbreaking news from South Korea. Thoughts and prayers with the families of those lost in the bridge collapse. 💔