World leaders reacted to India’s strikes with calls for restraint and peace. President Trump expressed hope for a quick resolution, while Secretary of State Rubio echoed this sentiment. China labeled the operation “regrettable” and urged calm. Israel supported India’s right to self-defense. The UN called for “maximum military restraint,” warning against escalation. Tensions rose after an attack in Pahalgam, India, which India blamed on Pakistan, leading to increased military actions and exchanges along their border. Penelope Kingsley 07/05/2025 8:30 am
An F/A-18F Super Hornet from USS Harry S. Truman went overboard during a night landing attempt when its hook failed to catch the arresting wire. Both aviators ejected safely and were rescued with minor injuries. No flight deck personnel were injured. The cause of the arrestment failure is unclear, but the Truman remained fully operational. The incident was first reported by CNN. Truman and Carrier Air Wing One have been deployed since September 23 and recently had their deployment extended by a week. Noah Prescott 07/05/2025 8:30 am
Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu plans an intense offensive in Gaza to capture territory and defeat Hamas, aiming to rescue hostages. The operation, delayed until after Trump’s Middle East trip, risks deepening divisions within Israel, increasing Palestinian casualties, and drawing global condemnation. The plan involves relocating over two million Gazans to a small southern area, with humanitarian aid potentially managed by private firms, a move criticized by the UN. The ongoing blockade has already led to severe humanitarian concerns, with Britain and the EU opposing the offensive. Ava Sinclair 07/05/2025 8:30 am
A second F/A-18 Super Hornet from the USS Harry S. Truman has crashed in the Red Sea, with the pilot and weapons systems officer ejecting safely but sustaining minor injuries. The crash, reportedly due to an arrestment failure during landing, follows another incident where a jet fell overboard after the carrier made a hard turn to evade Houthi fire. The Iran-backed Houthi group also targeted the Truman despite a ceasefire announcement. The Navy and US Central Command are investigating, and the incidents highlight ongoing threats to US naval assets in the region. Penelope Kingsley 07/05/2025 5:00 am
Cardinals will begin voting for the Catholic Church’s 267th pope in a secret conclave at the Sistine Chapel. The process starts with a mass at St Peter’s Basilica, followed by the cardinals’ procession to the chapel, singing hymns. They will take an oath of secrecy before voting. Mobile signals will be deactivated to ensure isolation. The conclave begins with the announcement “extra omnes,” and ballot papers will be distributed for the first vote. The process is secured by Swiss guards and sealed entrances. Ava Sinclair 07/05/2025 5:00 am
India launched missile strikes on Pakistani-controlled territory, killing at least eight people, including a child. India claimed it targeted militant infrastructure, escalating tensions following a massacre in Indian-controlled Kashmir. Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the strikes as cowardly and vowed retaliation. The attacks hit locations in Pakistan-administered Kashmir and Punjab, including a mosque in Bahawalpur. Pakistan’s military reported eight deaths and 38 injuries, and claimed to have shot down two Indian jets. The strikes were reportedly launched from Indian airspace. Penelope Kingsley 07/05/2025 5:00 am
President Trump announced the U.S. would stop bombing Yemen’s Houthis, claiming they agreed to cease attacks on U.S. ships. Trump stated the Houthis no longer wish to fight, and Oman confirmed a ceasefire agreement aimed at de-escalation. The agreement ensures safe navigation in the Red Sea. However, Houthi leader Mohammed Ali al Houthi indicated the group hasn’t immediately agreed to the U.S.-proposed ceasefire. The decision follows weeks of costly attacks and a shakeup in Trump’s national security team. Penelope Kingsley 07/05/2025 5:00 am
The EU plans to end its reliance on Russian energy by 2027, with a roadmap unveiled by the European Commission. Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen emphasized stopping funds to Russia’s war efforts. The EU’s dependency on Russian gas has decreased from 45% in 2021 to 19%. Russian coal is banned, and oil imports have dropped significantly. The plan includes prohibiting new contracts for Russian gas and ending spot market purchases by 2025. National governments must submit phase-out plans, aiming to halt all Russian gas imports by 2027. Ava Sinclair 07/05/2025 1:30 am
Britain and India have finalized a free trade agreement, reducing tariffs on products like Scotch whisky, English gin, and Indian food. The deal, described as “ambitious” by Indian PM Modi and a “landmark” by UK PM Starmer, is the UK’s largest post-Brexit trade deal. It will cut Indian import taxes on British goods and eliminate duties on 99% of Indian exports, including textiles and jewelry. Whisky and gin tariffs will drop significantly over ten years, while automotive tariffs will decrease to 10% under a quota. Noah Prescott 07/05/2025 1:30 am
India launched Operation Sindoor, firing missiles into Pakistan, targeting “terrorist infrastructure” without hitting military facilities, according to India. Pakistan reported six locations were struck, resulting in eight deaths and 35 injuries, claiming civilian areas were targeted. Pakistan’s Prime Minister vowed a forceful response, with military actions from “air and ground.” India cited a prior militant attack in Kashmir as justification. President Trump called the situation “a shame,” acknowledging the long-standing conflict. Penelope Kingsley 07/05/2025 1:30 am
