New Zealand has fired its High Commissioner to the UK, Phil Goff, after he questioned Donald Trump’s understanding of history during a London event. Speaking at Chatham House, Goff asked, “Do you think he really understands history?”—prompting laughter from the audience.   Foreign Minister Winston Peters called the remarks “disappointing” and said, “You’re not able to free-think, you are the face of New Zealand.” He confirmed officials are discussing Goff’s return. Former Prime Minister Helen Clark criticised the decision, calling it “a very thin excuse” to remove a “highly respected” diplomat.

Israel’s military has built an AI tool like ChatGPT using Palestinian phone calls and messages. The system, developed by Unit 8200, aims to track people and analyse large amounts of data. Experts warn it may be biased and make mistakes. Human rights groups say using private conversations for AI training is a violation of privacy. The AI was developed after the 2023 Gaza war and may already be in use. Critics fear it could target innocent people. The Israeli military did not confirm details but said it uses intelligence to stop terrorist activities.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called emergency talks with EU leaders in Brussels a "watershed moment," thanking Europe for its continued support. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reaffirmed Ukraine as part of the "European family," stressing the need for defense. Meanwhile, Ukraine’s UK ambassador Valerii Zaluzhnyi accused the US of "destroying the world order" by pausing military aid and suspending intelligence sharing. The crisis comes after Donald Trump’s criticism of Zelenskyy in Washington. The Kremlin also condemned French President Emmanuel Macron’s stance, escalating tensions further in Europe’s response to the ongoing war.

US President Donald Trump has given Hamas a "last warning" to release hostages in Gaza. He wrote on Truth Social, "Not a single Hamas member will be safe if you don't do as I say." His statement came after the White House confirmed direct talks with Hamas. The US has avoided such talks in the past. Hamas accused Trump of encouraging Israel to break the ceasefire. The negotiations, reportedly in Qatar, aim to free US hostages. Israel has not commented on the talks but was consulted. The situation remains tense as efforts continue to secure the hostages' release.

  Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok 3, has come under scrutiny after labeling U.S. President Donald Trump as a "Russian asset." This adds to previous controversies, including Grok's claims that Trump deserved severe penalties and its identification of Musk and Trump as major misinformation spreaders on X (formerly Twitter). xAI’s head of engineering, Igor Babuschkin, revealed that an ex-OpenAI employee had altered Grok’s responses to block misinformation links to Musk and Trump, contradicting xAI’s values. These directives were swiftly removed. The incident has reignited debates over AI bias and political influence.    

Fifteen people were injured, including two seriously, after South Korean KF-16 fighter jets mistakenly dropped eight bombs in Pocheon during a live-fire drill. The Air Force blamed a pilot's incorrect input for the accident, while the cause of the second jet’s bomb release remains unclear. A church and homes were damaged, and a driver was hit by shrapnel. Authorities evacuated residents and searched for unexploded bombs, finding none. The Air Force apologized and pledged compensation. The incident occurred ahead of joint South Korea-US drills amid concerns over North Korea-Russia ties.

The US has suspended military deportation flights due to high costs, weeks after sending Indian deportees in shackles on Air Force cargo planes. The Trump administration had used C-17 and C-130 aircraft to deport migrants, but a Wall Street Journal report revealed that the practice was inefficient and costly—reaching $3 million per flight to India. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended the move as a deterrent, but backlash followed reports of mistreatment. Countries like Colombia and Venezuela refused US military flights, forcing alternatives. The suspension may become permanent as deportation policies face scrutiny.

A South Korean KF-16 fighter jet accidentally dropped 8 bombs in Pocheon, near the North Korean border, during a training exercise. The explosion injured 6 civilians and 2 soldiers, with 2 in serious condition. The bombs, meant for a military range, were "abnormally" released, damaging 7 buildings. The air force apologized and promised compensation, while a committee will investigate the incident. The mishap occurred ahead of South Korea-US joint military drills. Residents have long protested the risks of training grounds near civilian areas.

A 27-year-old student from Telangana, Gampa Praveen, was shot dead by robbers at a store in Milwaukee, US, where he worked part-time. Praveen, pursuing his MS at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, called his father before the incident, but the call went unanswered. His friends later informed the family of his death. The Indian Embassy in Chicago assured full support to the family. Praveen hailed from Keshampet in Telangana’s Ranga Reddy district. His father said, "I called back, but someone else answered, and I grew suspicious." Police are investigating the shooting.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump defended his tariff policies, stating he is "just getting started" on economic measures against China. His remarks come as Beijing warns of potential retaliation, with a Chinese official declaring, "We are prepared for any type of war, trade or otherwise." Trump, a 2024 presidential candidate, has vowed to impose higher tariffs if re-elected, arguing they will protect American jobs. Analysts warn escalating tensions could destabilize global markets. "China won't sit idly by," a Beijing-based economist said. The Biden administration has yet to comment on Trump's statements.