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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met with U.S. President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the NATO Summit in The Hague on Tuesday, where the two leaders discussed a range of regional, global, and bilateral issues, according to official statements. During the meeting, President Erdogan welcomed the recent ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran, which was reportedly brokered through diplomatic efforts led by President Trump. Erdogan emphasized the need for the ceasefire to serve as a foundation for lasting peace in the region. He also called for urgent steps to resolve the Gaza crisis and encouraged renewed dialogue aimed at de-escalating tensions over Ukraine.…

More than 80,000 residents have been evacuated from flood-affected areas in China’s southwestern Guizhou province following days of continuous heavy rainfall and rising river levels. Local authorities confirmed that as of Tuesday afternoon, mass evacuation efforts were underway in the counties of Rongjiang and Congjiang as floodwaters continued to rise. In Rongjiang county, approximately 48,900 people have been relocated to temporary shelters after torrential rains caused significant flooding. The county, located along the Duliu River, recorded water levels exceeding warning thresholds by 6.68 meters as of Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. Authorities have raised the flood control emergency response to Level I, the…

The 2025 Global Liveability Index, published by the Economist Intelligence Unit, has named Copenhagen, Denmark, as the world’s most liveable city. The annual report evaluates 173 cities based on stability, healthcare, culture and environment, education, and infrastructure, using 30 indicators to produce an overall score out of 100. Copenhagen earned an impressive score of 98, achieving perfect results in stability, education, and infrastructure. The Danish capital, known for its efficient public transport, low crime rates, and high-quality public services, rose to first place after finishing second in both 2023 and 2024. The report highlights Copenhagen’s strong governance, reliable healthcare system, and accessible education…

Torrential rains unleashed by Typhoon Wutip have caused devastating floods in Huaiji County, Guangdong Province in China, submerging homes, washing away roads, and leaving tens of thousands of residents without power in what is being described as the worst flooding the region has experienced in a century. The heavy downpour, which began earlier this week, intensified on Wednesday morning as water levels at the Huaiji hydrometric station reached 55.22 meters surpassing the danger threshold by 5.22 meters. This reading marks the highest flood level ever recorded since the station was established, according to China Central Television (CCTV). The extreme weather has…

Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupted on Tuesday in a dramatic display of volcanic power, sending a towering column of ash 10 kilometers into the atmosphere and prompting Indonesian authorities to raise the alert status to its highest level. The eruption occurred in the East Nusa Tenggara province, a remote area of the Indonesian archipelago, and was followed by urgent warnings for residents and travelers to steer clear of the danger zone surrounding the crater. Authorities have banned all activities within two kilometers of the volcano, citing the ongoing threat of further eruptions and pyroclastic flows. Indonesia’s Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard…

Flash floods triggered by intense rainfall have claimed the lives of three individuals in northern West Virginia, according to local authorities. Emergency services continued search and rescue operations on Sunday as several people remained unaccounted for. The flooding, which occurred Saturday night, caused widespread damage to infrastructure across affected areas including Wheeling and surrounding communities in Ohio County. The National Weather Service reported that between 2.5 and 4 inches of rain fell in less than 30 minutes, leading to a rapid surge in water levels that local drainage systems and waterways were unable to contain. The resulting flash floods swept through streets,…

Karol Nawrocki wins Poland’s presidency with 50.89%, defeating Trzaskowski and signaling a nationalist shift in the country’s political direction.

A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia’s Sumatra island early Friday, according to data from the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG). The earthquake occurred at a depth of approximately 10 kilometers beneath the surface, which is classified as shallow and can lead to more intense ground shaking near the epicenter. The seismic event was registered on the morning of May 23 and was strong enough to be felt across parts of Sumatra. However, authorities confirmed that the quake did not pose a risk of triggering a tsunami. Initial assessments indicate that there have been no reports of injuries or fatalities, and damage to infrastructure appears…

EU greenhouse gas emissions rose by 2.2% in Q4 2024, reaching 897 million tonnes CO2-eq, while GDP increased by 1.5%, according to Eurostat’s latest report.

Spain issued an emergency lockdown after a warehouse fire near Barcelona released toxic chlorine gas across five districts.