Geopolitical and Diplomatic

China's Military Parade:

China held a massive military parade, with Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in attendance. This event showcased China's military might and has been viewed by analysts as a signal of an emerging new world order and a message to the West. During the parade, a "hot mic" caught Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussing organ transplants and immortality, which has garnered significant attention.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict:

The war continues, with Russia firing a large number of drones and missiles at Ukraine. This has led to Poland scrambling its fighter jets. There are also reports of a potential meeting between Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, with Putin offering to meet in Moscow, though Ukraine has responded by demanding talks in Moscow.

Middle East Tensions:

The situation in Gaza remains critical, with the UN reporting that at least 21,000 children have been disabled during the conflict. There are ongoing Israeli military operations and a flotilla carrying humanitarian aid and activists, including Greta Thunberg, has departed for Gaza to attempt to break the Israeli blockade.

US-Venezuela Tensions:

The US military conducted a strike on a Venezuelan boat allegedly used by a drug cartel, killing 11 people. This has heightened tensions between the Trump administration and the Venezuelan government.