Japan accuses China of aggressive drills and radar lock-on near Okinawa, escalating regional tensions. Beijing denies the charges as diplomatic friction intensifies.
A 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck off Japan’s northeastern coast, prompting tsunami warnings for Hokkaido, Aomori, and Iwate. Strong shaking was felt widely, with no major damage reported.
Nigeria has rescued 100 abducted schoolchildren from a Catholic boarding school, but 127 students and 12 teachers remain missing as security forces continue search operations.
Hong Kong’s LegCo election recorded just 31.9% turnout despite a major government mobilization effort, as the city mourns its deadliest fire in decades and faces tightening political controls.
Iran has arrested two marathon organizers after photos showed women running without hijabs, intensifying the government’s crackdown on dress-code violations.
