The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for two Russian officials, including the former defense minister and military chief of staff, for their involvement in attacks on civilian targets in Ukraine. The court has accused them of committing war crimes by targeting civilians during the conflict in Ukraine. The warrants highlight the international community's efforts to hold individuals accountable for their actions in conflicts and to seek justice for victims of such attacks.

Tensions escalate in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict as Moscow accuses the US of orchestrating a strike in Crimea. The United Nations has issued a warning against attacks near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, urging an immediate halt to the violence in the Ukrainian town nearby. The UN nuclear watchdog has called for a ceasefire to prevent any potential risks to the nuclear facility. The situation remains volatile as both sides continue to engage in military actions, raising concerns about the safety and security of the region.

In a series of violent attacks in Dagestan, armed militants targeted two Orthodox churches, a synagogue, and a traffic police post. The attacks resulted in the tragic deaths of a priest, a church security guard, and at least six police officers. The incidents have caused shock and outrage in the region, as the violence targeted places of worship and law enforcement. The Russian state news agency Tass reported on the attacks, highlighting the brutality and senseless loss of life. Authorities are working to investigate the attacks and bring the perpetrators to justice.

Peter Dutton has declared that a future Coalition government would override state bans on nuclear power, asserting that state premiers will not be able to prevent it. Speaking at the federal Liberal party council in Sydney, Dutton also launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, calling him a "fraud" and a "child in a man's body" who is stuck in his university days. Dutton's comments come as he intensifies his criticism of Albanese and pushes for nuclear power to be a key part of the energy mix in Australia.