Pope Leo XIV's first foreign visit has inspired hope and viral memes, blending American charm with historic gestures in Turkiye and Lebanon. His charismatic style and commitment to unity have captured global attention. The tour marks a new chapter for the Catholic Church and its relationship with the Middle East.

Strikes and protests in Italy disrupted flights and train services as activists rallied against the government's military spending and support for Israel. Demonstrations took place in several cities, with further protests planned. Transport and public services were widely affected.

Syrians rallied nationwide to mark a year since the offensive that toppled Bashar al-Assad, while condemning a recent Israeli operation. Demonstrators voiced support for interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa and called for national unity.

A British MP published a discredited police report used to ban Israeli soccer fans from a Birmingham match, linking it to an anti-Israel group. Dutch police refuted claims of violence by Israeli fans cited in the report.

Fire Commissioner Robert Tucker is resigning after Zohran Mamdani's election win, citing ideological differences and concerns about first responder relations. The transition follows Mamdani's meeting with President Trump, who praised the new mayor-elect.

West Midlands Police face a deadline to justify the intelligence behind banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a match. The move follows allegations the threat was exaggerated and calls for an official inquiry. The force insists its decision was based on credible information.

Las Vegas is expanding rapidly, with new neighborhoods and amenities rising in the surrounding desert. The city faces few limits on growth, enabling ongoing development and transformation.

Nine terrorists were found eliminated in underground tunnels in eastern Rafah during ongoing military operations. Over 30 have been eliminated in similar circumstances so far. Troops remain deployed under the ceasefire agreement.

Pope Leo has warned that World War Three is already being fought and called for global unity and peace. Speaking in Turkey, he urged leaders to resist choices that fuel conflict and highlighted the urgent need for harmony amid ongoing wars worldwide.

The Israeli military will investigate a video showing a soldier kicking an elderly Palestinian man during a raid in the West Bank. The incident occurred in Tubas amid a curfew and counter-terrorism operation.

Police raided a Standing Together event in Haifa, with activists alleging attempts to censor political messages. Organizers say the actions were meant to intimidate and silence their group.

Two members of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad were shot dead by Border Police in Jenin after surrendering. The incident is under criminal investigation by authorities.