US Congress Hunts Americans in Sarajevo 'Human Safari'
A US Congresswoman pledges to find Americans accused of paying up to £88,000 to shoot civilians during the Siege of Sarajevo in a shocking 'war tourism' case. Read the full investigation.
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Wealthy foreigners paid to shoot civilians in Sarajevo
Italian prosecutors investigate 'sniper safaris' where rich foreigners allegedly paid to shoot civilians during the Sarajevo siege. Read the shocking details.
Inside El Fasher: Surviving Sudan's Forgotten Siege
An exclusive eyewitness account reveals the devastating human cost of the prolonged siege in Darfur, where civilians face starvation, relentless bombardment, and the world's indifference.
The Tragedy of El Fasher: Inside the Siege
An in-depth investigation reveals the harrowing reality of the siege of El Fasher, where civilians faced unimaginable suffering amid blocked aid and relentless conflict.
Sarajevo's fragile peace three decades after siege
Three decades after the longest siege in modern history, Sarajevo reveals a complex tapestry of resilience and lingering trauma. Discover how this European capital continues to navigate the delicate balance between remembrance and moving forward.
Ukrainian mothers give birth during Russian bombardment
Amidst relentless Russian bombardment and siege warfare, Ukrainian maternity hospitals have become unlikely bastions of hope as mothers give birth in underground shelters and bomb-damaged wards.
Palestinian journalist honoured with Press Freedom Award
Veteran Palestinian journalist Maryam Abu Daqqa receives International Press Freedom Award posthumously after dying under Israeli siege in Gaza, celebrating her 40-year career documenting human rights abuses.
Billionaire's £45m record donation to UK armed forces
Timothy Mellon, billionaire heir to the Pittsburgh banking dynasty, makes unprecedented £45 million donation to support British military personnel and their families through the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust.
Guatemala declares state of siege over MS-13 violence
Guatemala imposes emergency measures in border regions following brutal MS-13 murders, as Central America's gang crisis deepens and migration pressures mount.
Sudan's El Fasher siege: Thousands face starvation
A new report reveals El Fasher, Sudan's last Darfur stronghold, faces imminent collapse as civilians endure starvation, disease and relentless RSF attacks with no escape route.
Israel Approves Gaza Ground Invasion Amid Crisis
Israel's emergency government greenlights major ground operation in Gaza while humanitarian situation reaches critical levels. Latest developments on the escalating conflict.
Sydney siege ends with arrest after shots fired from unit
A tense police operation in Sydney's inner-west concluded with the arrest of a man following reports of shots fired from a residential unit. Residents were evacuated as specialist teams secured the area.
Gaza's Main Hospital Under Siege as Fighting Escalates
Israeli troops push deeper into Gaza City as Al-Shifa hospital becomes focal point of conflict, with thousands trapped amid intense fighting and critical supply shortages.
Sydney siege: Panania street lockdown after police standoff
Exclusive: Dramatic armed police operation unfolds in Sydney's Panania suburb as specialist officers contain property following serious domestic incident. Residents report hearing loud bangs and shouting during tense standoff.
Manchester Armed Police Siege Ends With Arrest
A major police operation involving armed officers and negotiators unfolded in Manchester after reports of a man making serious threats, bringing a residential street to a standstill.
Mother stabs daughter in back during 12-hour police standoff
A West Yorkshire mother stabbed her own daughter in the back during a terrifying 12-hour siege that saw police negotiators and armed officers descend on their home.
Sydney police siege ends with arrest after hours-long standoff
A quiet Oatley street became the centre of a major police operation as officers negotiated with an armed man for hours before making a dramatic arrest. Residents were evacuated during the tense standoff.
Sudan's El Fasher on brink of collapse amid siege
The besieged Sudanese city of El Fasher faces imminent collapse as paramilitary forces tighten their grip, cutting off essential aid and creating a devastating famine. This is the unfolding human tragedy.
Gaza's Last Refuge: Families Trapped in a City Under Siege
As Israeli forces advance, thousands of Palestinian civilians in Gaza City face an impossible choice: flee into an unknown fate or stay in a crumbling urban landscape with nowhere left to hide.
Crossbow-wielding man dies after police standoff in London
A dramatic police siege in South London has ended after a man armed with a crossbow died following a confrontation with armed officers. The incident prompted a major emergency response and a cordon in a residential street.
1700+ US CEOs halt political donations after Capitol siege
In an unprecedented move, more than 1,700 American CEOs and business leaders have vowed to suspend all political contributions following the violent insurrection at the US Capitol, signalling a major shift in corporate political engagement.
Israel Declares War on Hamas, Imposes Total Gaza Siege
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declares war on Hamas following a devastating surprise assault. Gaza faces a complete blockade as IDF prepares for a prolonged ground operation in response to the deadliest attack in decades.
Armed Student Triggers Lockdown at Colorado High School
A major security alert at Evergreen High School, Colorado, ended after an armed student was apprehended. The incident triggered a full lockdown and a massive police response, with no injuries reported.
Armed Police Lockdown at North Wales School
A secondary school in Wrexham, North Wales, was placed on immediate lockdown as armed officers responded to reports of a suspicious individual on site. Parents were alerted as police secured the area.
Armed Teen Hijacks School Bus, Holds Driver Hostage in Florida
A 16-year-old boy has been apprehended by Marion County Sheriff's deputies after allegedly hijacking a school bus at gunpoint, holding the driver hostage in a tense standoff.
Michael Palin Held at Gunpoint in Venezuela During Filming
Beloved Monty Python star and travel documentarian Michael Palin recounts a terrifying armed confrontation with Venezuelan soldiers while filming his latest series, 'Into Iraq'.
Israeli Forces Encircle Gaza City in Major Ground Offensive
Israeli troops have fully encircled Gaza City, cutting it off from the rest of the Strip in a major escalation of the ground offensive against Hamas. Prime Minister Netanyahu declares 'significant stage' in war, amid ongoing hostage negotiations and inter
Major Police Operation Underway in Porepunkah, Victoria
A critical police incident is unfolding in the quiet town of Porepunkah, Victoria, with specialist units and negotiators attempting to make contact with a man, believed to be Dezi Freeman, inside a barricaded property. Residents have been urged to avoid t
Canadian Soldier Dies on NATO Deployment in Latvia
A Canadian Armed Forces member deployed on the NATO mission in Latvia has been found dead in a non-combat related incident, casting a sombre shadow over Operation REASSURANCE.
American tourist's €500,000 watch stolen in Milan armed robbery
A shocking armed robbery in Milan's fashion district sees a US tourist lose a €500,000 Richard Mille timepiece, highlighting a growing trend of high-value watch thefts across Europe.
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