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Empire State Building: Russian couple stages daring proposal stunt in New York

A daredevil couple climbed to the top of the Empire State Building and unfurled a banner on top of its spire Wednesday afternoon, taking their love to new heights.

CIA chief warns of AI-powered ‘digital nuclear weapons’

AI-driven cyberoffensive tools can be compared to “digital nuclear weapons,” CIA Director John Ratcliffe has said, warning that they could fuel rivalries among global powers.

Israel to occupy parts of Gaza, Lebanon and Syria indefinitely – defense minister

Israel will keep its troops in occupied areas of Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria indefinitely, Defense Minister Israel Katz has said, describing the policy as necessary for “defending the borders.”

Iran rejects direct talks with U envoys, clouding prospects for peace deal

The diplomatic impasse raises uncertainty over negotiations on Iran's nuclear program, the Strait of Hormuz, and efforts to secure a lasting regional peace.

Taliban says airstrikes launched on Pakistan; Islamabad says drones shot down

The latest cross-border exchange follows deadly Pakistani strikes in Afghanistan and highlights worsening tensions despite ongoing regional mediation efforts.

Israel ex-army chief launches campaign in bid to unseat Netanyahu

Israel's former army chief of staff Gadi Eisenkot on Tuesday announced the start of his electoral campaign as he bids to take over the seat of prime minister from veteran leader Benjamin Netanyahu.

Pakistan military intercepts 4 drones from Afghanistan: statement

Pakistan's military said on Wednesday it had intercepted four drones sent from Afghanistan the previous day, the latest incident in months of conflict between the two neighbours.

Vance and Rubio take different approaches as Iran tests their 2028 prospects

Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio appear to be staking out differing approaches to carrying out President Donald Trump’s national security agenda as the possible 2028 presidential rivals jostle for position in a divided Republican Party.

Pakistani serial child rapist cannot be deported from UK – media

A Pakistani rape gang ringleader convicted of dozens of child offenses in the UK cannot be deported under British immigration law despite being stripped of his citizenship, the Oldham Chronicle newspaper has reported.