Suspected U.S. airstrikes in Yemen’s Houthi stronghold killed at least two people, with nine wounded, according to the Houthis. The strikes targeted Saada, collapsing a building described as a solar power shop. The Houthis report 69 deaths from the campaign linked to Mideast tensions, but haven’t acknowledged leadership casualties. A video posted by Trump shows a drone strike on a group of over 70 people, claiming they were planning an attack. Trump stated, “Oops, there will be no attack by these Houthis!” without specifying the location. Ava Sinclair 06/04/2025 5:30 pm
Khartoum resident Duaa Tariq expressed joy and relief after the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) liberated the city from nearly two years of paramilitary occupation by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Tariq, an activist involved with the Nobel-nominated Emergency Response Rooms, described newfound freedom in daily activities like biking and shopping. The conflict, which began in April 2023 between SAF and RSF, has resulted in significant casualties and displacement. The SAF’s recent victory marks a turning point, allowing residents to reclaim normalcy. Noah Prescott 06/04/2025 5:30 pm
The Israeli air force targeted two Hezbollah terrorists in an engineering vehicle in southern Lebanon, aiming to disrupt Hezbollah infrastructure restoration. A subsequent strike hit a bulldozer in Beit Lif, southwestern Lebanon. This is an ongoing situation. Penelope Kingsley 06/04/2025 5:30 pm
Pope Francis made a surprise appearance at St. Peter’s Square during a Jubilee Mass for the sick, marking his first public outing since recovering from pneumonia. He was wheeled to the altar, greeted by applause, and spoke briefly, sounding stronger than before. Despite wearing nasal tubes for oxygen, his arm movements were limited due to a prior trauma. After the Mass, he greeted service assistants and exited through the Holy Door. Francis is undergoing therapy and treatment for a lung infection, sharing his illness experience during the event. Noah Prescott 06/04/2025 2:00 pm
US airstrikes have targeted Houthi sites in Yemen, aiming to stop attacks on Red Sea shipping. Despite killing multiple Houthi leaders, the group’s senior leadership and missile sites remain largely intact. The Houthis, likened to resilient honey badgers, continue launching missiles at Israel and US ships. The US campaign, costing nearly $1 billion, has had limited success in diminishing Houthi capabilities, with ongoing strikes provoking further defiance. President Trump vows to use “overwhelming force” until US objectives are met. Noah Prescott 06/04/2025 2:00 pm
The Israeli military revised its account of the killing of 15 emergency workers near Rafah, initially claiming they fired on suspicious vehicles, killing militants. However, video evidence showed marked emergency vehicles being targeted. The only survivor confirmed soldiers fired on clearly marked vehicles. Investigators are reviewing the video, with conclusions pending. Israeli media reported some victims were militants, but no evidence was provided. The UN and Palestinian Red Crescent demand an independent inquiry. Ava Sinclair 06/04/2025 2:00 pm
Suspected U.S. airstrikes in Yemen’s Houthi stronghold killed at least two people, with nine others wounded, according to the Houthis. The strikes targeted Saada, collapsing a building described as a solar power shop. The Houthis report 69 deaths from recent airstrikes linked to the Israel-Hamas conflict but deny leadership casualties. However, a video posted by Trump suggests higher casualties, showing a drone strike on a gathering he claimed was planning an attack. Trump stated, “Oops, there will be no attack by these Houthis!” without providing further details. Noah Prescott 06/04/2025 10:30 am
Two Cambodian journalists, Vuthy Tha and Hour Hum, who fled to the U.S. to continue their work with Radio Free Asia, face uncertainty after President Trump’s executive order weakened the U.S. Agency for Global Media, which funds their outlet. This decision jeopardizes their jobs, legal status, and ability to provide uncensored news to Cambodia. They fear returning to Cambodia due to potential persecution and are concerned about supporting their families in the U.S. amid broader federal agency cuts affecting many workers. Penelope Kingsley 06/04/2025 10:30 am
At least three people were injured and fires broke out in Kyiv following a Russian missile attack, according to the city’s mayor and military administration. Ukraine was under air alerts, with NATO member Poland scrambling jets for air safety. Fires were reported in three Kyiv districts, and two civilians were hospitalized. The attack’s scale was unclear, with no damage reported in western regions bordering Poland. This follows a previous attack in Kryvyi Rih, killing 18, including children. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy criticized the US embassy for not explicitly condemning Russia in its response. Noah Prescott 06/04/2025 7:00 am
The Trump administration fired three USAID workers in Myanmar, sent to assess earthquake relief efforts, amid broader agency restructuring. The 7.7-magnitude quake near Mandalay killed over 3,300 people. The firings, seen as “especially cruel,” align with Trump’s USAID overhaul, cutting jobs and aid, and shifting control to the State Department. This move contradicts State Secretary Marco Rubio’s commitment to continue humanitarian aid. Other nations, including Russia and China, have sent aid to Myanmar. Noah Prescott 06/04/2025 7:00 am
