Summary
The world is feeling a bit more dangerous today with major escalations in both the Middle East and Eastern Europe. Between drone strikes on the US Navy and a high-profile assassination in Moscow, geopolitical tensions are reaching levels not seen in decades.
Key Stories
Iran claims drone strike on US Navy in Bahrain — Iran says it targeted the US Fifth Fleet with a drone attack and is threatening even bigger moves if the clashes dont stop soon.
Russian general killed in Moscow car bombing — A top Russian general in charge of ammunition supplies died after a bomb exploded under his car in a Moscow suburb, marking the latest in a string of hits on high-ranking officials.
Diplomatic rift over Armenian election results — The EU has congratulated Prime Minister Pashinyan on his win, but Russia is pushing back against the results, adding more fuel to the fire in that region.
High profile sentencing in US murder case — Karmelo Anthony was handed a 35-year prison sentence for the murder of Austin Metcalf, with no chance of parole for at least 17 years.
Swiss court hears appeal for former Belarus hit squad member — A former member of an elite special police force under President Lukashenka is facing an appeal trial in Switzerland regarding enforced disappearances.