S Korea: Prosecutors file request for extension of Yoon’s arrest
South Korean prosecutors on Friday filed for an extension of President Yoon Suk Yeol’s detention until early next month, officials said, as they seek to speed up the investigation into his short-lived martial law bid.
UN suspends all trips into Houthi-held areas of Yemen
The United Nations on Friday suspended all travel into areas held by Yemen’s Houthi rebels after more of their staff were detained by the rebels.
Putin should make deal with Ukraine, says Trump
Russian President Vladimir Putin “should make a deal” with Ukraine, US President Donald Trump has said and asserted that they would meet as soon as they can.
UK warns of Iran for forcing ships into its waters
A warning went out to seafarers in the Persian Gulf on Friday over what appeared to be attempts by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to compel ships to enter Iranian waters, probably explained by the paramilitary’s ongoing naval exercises.
Ceasefire: Hamas names next 4 hostages it will release
Hamas has identified four female Israeli soldiers to be released on Saturday in accordance with a ceasefire agreement with Israel that has halted fighting in the Gaza war since last weekend.
Jay Shah elected as new member of Marylebone Cricket Club
Former Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary and the current International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah was elected as a board member of the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) advisory board on Thursday.
Not just captain, I want to be a leader: SKY
India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav does not want to be just a captain but a leader of the group. He reflected on his thoughts before the second T20I against England in Chennai.
Aus Open: Zverev in final after Djokovic retires
Novak Djokovic’s bid for the record 11th Australian Open took a major blow as the Serbian great retired with injury following a first set of the semifinal against Alexander Zverev on Friday.
Three Indians in ICC Test team of the year
India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja have been named in the ICC Men’s Test Team of the Year 2024.

