At least 7 killed and 18 injured in a suicide explosion near a peace rally in northwest Pakistan, officials say. The blast occurred on Aug. 2.

Pakistan security forces killed 7 militants in an intelligence-based operation in Hangu district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Friday, the military said. A Pakistani army captain also died in the firefight, per ISPR. Weapons and ammunition were recovered.

Pakistan's security forces killed seven militants in an intelligence-based operation in Hangu district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, on Friday, the military said Saturday. A Pakistani army captain also died in the exchange of fire after the militants took refuge inside a mosque, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations.

Syrian security forces kill 2 ISIS militants planting explosives near Damascus, authorities say. The armed clash broke out in the Sayyida Zaynab area where the suspects were preparing to target a government institution.

Syrian security forces killed two Daesh (ISIS) militants near Damascus after an armed clash erupted while the suspects were planting an explosive device intended for an attack on a government institution in the Sayyida Zaynab area, according to authorities.

Japan eyes record $56B defense budget for fiscal 2027, prioritizing drones, AI, and longer-range missiles amid regional security concerns

Japan is considering a record $56 billion defense budget for fiscal 2027, with proposed spending focused on 'new forms of warfare' including drones, artificial intelligence, longer-range missiles, and advanced defense systems, amid regional security concerns.

Zelenskyy says Ukraine has 'practically' no undamaged thermal power plants left after Russian strikes, warning of severe winter energy challenges. The president's comments highlight the scale of infrastructure damage as Ukraine braces for cold months ahead.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine has 'practically' no undamaged thermal power plants left due to Russian strikes, warning of severe energy challenges this winter.