Worldwide News Recap: Escalating Conflicts and Public Unrest

This summary highlights current global events including UK's response to racist riots, US legislative calls for sanctions on Bangladeshi officials, protests in Serbia against Rio Tinto's lithium project, airstrikes in Kyiv, and various other significant conflicts and incidents across the globe.

Following is a summary of current world news briefs.

UK's Starmer cancels holiday to tackle riots

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer canceled a planned holiday to focus on responding to a series of racist riots targeting Muslims and migrants. Thousands of police officers remained on duty over the weekend as counter-protesters outnumbered anti-migration demonstrators in several towns.

US Congress members push for sanctions on Bangladeshi officials

Some lawmakers in the U.S. Congress have urged sanctions on officials under former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who recently resigned and fled. The U.S. government has welcomed the appointment of a new interim government led by Nobel Peace laureate Muhammad Yunus.

Mass protests against Rio Tinto's project in Serbia

Thousands gathered in central Belgrade demanding a halt to Rio Tinto's lithium project in Western Serbia due to pollution concerns. Protesters chanted slogans and waved Serbian flags.

Russia conducts air attack on Kyiv

Russia launched an air attack on Kyiv, with air defense systems activated on the city's outskirts. The incident occurred as tensions continue to rise between Russia and Ukraine.

US-led coalition personnel injured in Syria drone attack

A drone attack in Syria left several U.S. and coalition personnel wounded. This marks the second major attack in recent days amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Israeli airstrike kills nearly 100 in Gaza school refuge

An Israeli airstrike targeted a Gaza City school compound, killing nearly 100 people. Israel disputes the death toll, claiming some fatalities were militants.

Drone attack kills Rohingya fleeing Myanmar

A drone attack killed many Rohingya, including children, as they fled Myanmar. Survivors described the harrowing scene and identified deceased family members.

Brazil recovers bodies after plane crash

Brazilian emergency crews recovered the remains of 62 plane crash victims in Vinhedo, near Sao Paulo. Bodies were transferred to a police morgue for identification.

Zelenskiy confirms Ukrainian military operation in Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy confirmed Ukrainian forces were operating in Russia's Kursk region, framing it as part of efforts to restore justice post-invasion.

Russia battles major Ukrainian incursion

Russia engaged in intense battles with thousands of Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region, marking the largest Ukrainian attack on Russian territory since the war began in 2022.

(With inputs from agencies.)