In Miyazaki, Japan, a World War II-era unexploded bomb detonated underneath a taxiway at Miyazaki Airport, leading to over 80 flight cancellations. The explosion underscores the lingering dangers posed by unexploded wartime ordnance, which occasionally still cause disruptions and casualties in Japan and elsewhere​

Meanwhile, in Nigeria, a wooden boat carrying around 300 people sank in the Niger River near Mokwa. Rescue operations have managed to save about 150 passengers, but over 100 remain missing, with reports indicating that the passengers were mostly women and children. This incident highlights the recurring risks and tragedies associated with unsafe river transport in the region

Amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, UN Secretary-General António Guterres reaffirmed to Russian President Vladimir Putin that Russia’s continued invasion violates the UN Charter and international law. This diplomatic effort comes as part of the broader push to address the violations of international sovereignty and human rights, which remain key issues of global diplomacy​

The Israeli military actions in Gaza and southern Lebanon are causing significant alarm worldwide. Israeli forces recently stormed a hospital in northern Gaza, raising severe humanitarian concerns as it is one of the last operational hospitals in the area. The World Health Organization (WHO) expressed alarm over the impact this could have on vulnerable patients, particularly as hostilities hamper essential services, including polio vaccination drives​

In southern Lebanon, an Israeli strike reportedly targeted an apartment building, leading to the tragic deaths of several journalists. UN officials in Lebanon condemned this incident and emphasized the importance of protecting media professionals, especially in conflict zones