A huge drone attack targeted southwestern Russia and the Russian-occupied peninsula of Crimea, hitting oil facilities and a substation, leading to rolling blackouts.
Author: Andrés R. Martínez
Israel Says It Struck Rafah as a Diversion to Rescue Hostages
A “wave of attacks” on the Gazan city early Monday enabled soldiers to bring two captives to safety, Israel said. Local news outlets said the airstrikes killed at least a dozen Palestinians.
Munich Airport Resumes Operations After Major Snowfall
Heavy snow in Southern Germany on Saturday prompted authorities to shut the airport and rail station. Service at both remained limited on Sunday.
7.6-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Philippines but Tsunami Warnings Are Lifted
The authorities in Japan and the Philippines lifted tsunami warnings in coastal regions after ordering evacuations. Power failures near the epicenter were reported.
U.S. Deploys Missile Systems to Mideast After Iran Threats
The latest deployment is in response to growing threats from Iran and its allies in the region. President Biden has warned Iran to not join the war against Hamas.
London’s Luton Airport Suspends Flights After Fire in Car Park
A blaze overnight led to a “partial structural collapse” at Car Park 2 at Luton, the fourth-largest airport serving London. By Wednesday morning, the fire was extinguished.
Timeline of Deadly Attacks in Israel and Response in Gaza
The first air raid sirens went off at sunrise as Hamas launched an attack by land, sea and air. Israel declared a state of war and has destroyed buildings in Gaza.
Ukraine Strikes the Headquarters of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet in Crimea
The Russian Ministry of Defense said that it had shot down seven of 10 cruise missiles that Ukraine fired at the facility in the city of Sevastopol. The area hosts naval operations key to Moscow’s war efforts in Ukraine.
Russia Says Ukrainian Drones Hit Moscow Buildings in Latest Attacks
The strike was the third in the past week in Moscow, a sign of how no city in Russia or Ukraine appears to be safe from the war. Russia blamed Ukraine, which has yet to comment.