Five people were killed and at least twelve others were injured in a terror attack in Jerusalem, which saw attackers board a bus and open fire on passengers. The victims included a man in his fifties and three men in their thirties, with five others in serious condition. The attackers were neutralized by police and are believed to be West Bank Palestinians. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is currently holding a security meeting in response to the attack, while opposition leader Yair Lapid condemns the violence and expresses support for the Israeli security forces.
At least five members of the Palestinian group Hamas were killed in an Israeli air strike on a residential compound in Qatar's capital, where they were meeting to discuss a proposed ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. While Israel justified the strike as targeting Hamas leaders responsible for a recent attack, Qatar has condemned it as a violation of international law and a cowardly act. The incident has strained relations between the US allies, as Qatar has served as a mediator in negotiations between Hamas and Israel and hosts the group's political bureau. Witnesses reported multiple explosions and plumes of smoke in the city, and the White House has deemed eliminating Hamas a "worthy goal".
The ongoing tensions in the Middle East have escalated as the Yemen-based militant group, Houthis, fired a ballistic missile into Israel on Tuesday evening in response to the targeted bombing of a building in Qatar earlier that day. The attack, which killed five members of Hamas including the son of the group's leader, comes after Israel's military carried out airstrikes on Hamas's leadership in Doha. The incident highlights the fragility of the region and the consequences of continued strife between opposing groups.
In one of the deadliest attacks in Jerusalem in recent years, two Palestinian gunmen opened fire at a crowded bus stop, killing six Israelis and injuring eight others. The attackers were neutralized by an off-duty soldier and a civilian who returned fire. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that the country is in an "intense war against terrorism on several fronts" and promised to take stronger measures to bring the perpetrators to justice. This attack comes amidst increasing tensions between Israelis and Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, with the Israeli military encircling Palestinian villages to "thwart terrorism".
After protests erupted in Nepal's capital, Kathmandu, against the government's ban on social media platforms and corruption, resulting in 19 deaths and over 347 injuries, the government is reconsidering its decision. The cabinet has formed an investigation committee to look into the violent protests, sparked by the ban on 26 unregistered social media apps. This was the first time the 'GenZ' took to the streets organized through social media without the participation of political parties.
In the wake of a deadly attack on a bus in Jerusalem, the Palestinian militant group Hamas has praised the shooting as a "heroic operation" and called for an escalation against the "occupiers". Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's scheduled testimony in a criminal trial was cancelled due to the shooting, and he is currently holding a security assessment with top officials. Five people were killed and twelve were injured in the attack, with paramedics treating the wounded at the scene before transporting them to the hospital.
On Monday, September 8, 2025, International Literacy Day will be celebrated under the theme "Promoting Literacy in the Digital Era." This observance, declared by UNESCO in 1966, aims to raise awareness of the importance of literacy in establishing a more literate, just, peaceful, and sustainable society. With the growing impact of digitalization on our daily lives, this year's theme highlights the need to ensure access and meaningful use of information for all, especially for the 739 million individuals lacking basic literacy skills. The observance will also emphasize the role of literacy in creating inclusive, just, and sustainable communities.
South Korea's government has successfully reached an agreement with the US to release its citizens who were detained in a large immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia. The chief of staff of South Korea's president announced that a chartered plane would be sent to bring the detainees home once all necessary procedures were completed. The authorities are also working to improve the visa system to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future. Despite concerns about the impact on foreign investment, the White House has defended the operation and suggested that there will be more work site enforcement operations like this in the future.
A popular travel influencer chronicles the recent decline of tourism in popular Spanish destinations such as Barcelona. She highlights the deserted streets, silent roads, and empty beaches, and voices concerns about businesses closing and people losing their jobs. While some viewers agree that Spain's protests and unwelcoming atmosphere have contributed to the decline, others believe that there are simply better places to spend their money.
After a raid on a Huyndai plant in Georgia that resulted in the arrest of 475 people, mostly South Korean nationals, South Korea's foreign minister, Cho Hyun, has expressed concern and is considering a visit to the United States to discuss the matter. The president of South Korea, Lee Jae Myung, may also be involved in the visit as he recently had a friendly meeting with President Donald Trump. Photos of the arrests show some of the detained individuals in chains, causing alarm and responsibility for South Korea.