Africa
Uganda activist said she was raped in Tanzania custody
Agather Atuhaire, a Ugandan activist, said she was raped after being arrested and held for days in Tanzania. Activist groups and entities like the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Africa Affairs expressed deep concern about Atuhaire’s allegations. In 2024, Atuhaire was recognized by the department as an International Women of Courage Awardee.
Uganda suspends military cooperation with Germany
Uganda’s army has accused German ambassador Mathias Schauer of being involved in “subversive activities.” The country did not provide any proof to go along with its claim and announced it is suspending military cooperation with Germany. German officials called the claims false in a statement to the Reuters news agency.
Asia
North Korea arrests senior official
Ri Hyong-son, deputy director of North Korea’s Workers’ Party’s Munitions Industry Department, was arrested over a failed warship launch. He is accused of being responsible for the warship tipping over and damaging its hull. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un called the incident a criminal act and added that it damaged the country’s dignity and pride.
Japan flight makes emergency landing after passenger incident
A Japanese flight traveling from Japan to Texas was forced to make an emergency landing after a passenger tried to open one of the plane’s doors during the flight. The plane was diverted to Seattle due to the passenger. Police say the passenger was having a medical crisis, and it is unknown if he will face charges.
Europe
Skiers’ bodies found near Swiss resort
An emergency rescue team discovered the bodies of five skiers near Switzerland’s Zermatt resort. The discovery was made after climbers discovered skis left unattended near the summit. Officials have opened an investigation into the incident. The Zermatt resort is one of the most popular Alpine resorts.
Russia attacks kill 13 Ukrainians
At least 13 people were killed and 56 others injured in Ukraine when Russia launched 250 drones and 14 ballistic missiles in Kyiv. The incident was one of the biggest combined aerial assaults on a city since Russia began its invasion on Ukraine. Among the buildings that were hit during the attack include two schools and a clinic.
Latin America
Mexico City Mayor top aides killed
A gunman in Mexico City shot and killed Mexico City’s mayor’s private secretary and adviser. Ximena Guzman and Jose Munoz were shot and killed when they were on their way to work last week. The gunman escaped, and police are investigating the motive for the killing. Police discovered a motorbike and another vehicle that they believe were used in the attack.
Colombian boy freed from rebels
An 11-year-old Colombian boy has been returned to his family after being abducted by members of a rebel group. The boy was in rebel custody for 18 days at a remote location. Colombian rebel groups are known to forcibly recruit children. The group accused of taking the boy were part of the Frente Jaime Martinez Farc rebel group. The boy is reportedly in good health, his stepfather said.
North America
Five-year anniversary of George Floyd’s death
It has been five years since George Floyd, a Black man, was killed in Minneapolis by a police officer. The incident sparked nationwide protests against racism and policy brutality. This past weekend, Floyd’s family gathered near his gravesite for a service. Meanwhile, thousands of people, including civil-rights activists, gathered over the weekend in honor of the anniversary.
King visits Canada
King Charles III and Queen Camilla arrived in Canada earlier this week. The visit is seen as a message of support for Canada amid threats from U.S. President Donald Trump. The King and Queen stayed in Ottawa and are expected to meet Canda’s first indigenous Governor General Mary Simon.
