News & Reports

A magnitude 5.5 earthquake occurred near the coast of Nicaragua, causing shaking felt by residents. The earthquake had a depth of 69.8 km.

Ongoing protests and clashes between security forces and demonstrators in the capital city of Addis Ababa. Travelers advised to avoid downtown areas, exercise caution, and monitor local media for updates.

Ongoing protests and clashes between security forces and demonstrators in the capital city of Addis Ababa. Travelers advised to avoid downtown areas, exercise caution, and monitor local media for updates.

Widespread heavy rain has been reported in Namibia, leading to increased flood risks across various regions. Travelers should be cautious of potential flooding.

Widespread heavy rain has been reported in Namibia, leading to increased flood risks across various regions. Travelers should be cautious of potential flooding.

People in Vilnius, Lithuania protested against the recent US and Israeli airstrikes in the Middle East.

A series of overnight arson attacks was reported across multiple areas of Athens, where unidentified individuals set fire to ATMs and a commercial vehicle using flammable substances, causing material damage but no reported injuries; incidents occurred nearly simultaneously in Patission Street and Zografou, followed by another attack in the Kypseli district, with suspects fleeing the scenes and authorities launching an investigation with no arrests reported so far. Advice: •⁠ ⁠Remain vigilant in urban areas, particularly at night, and avoid poorly lit or isolated streets. •⁠ ⁠Be cautious around ATMs and financial institutions, especially outside normal operating hours. •⁠ ⁠Report any suspicious activity to local authorities immediately. •⁠ ⁠Monitor updates from Greek Police: https://www.astynomia.gr

Heavy rainfall has disrupted operations at Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen Airport, leading to flight delays and cancellations as reduced visibility and water accumulation affected runway conditions and ground handling; authorities warn that further disruption is possible as adverse weather continues to impact the region. Advice: •⁠ ⁠Check flight status directly with your airline before travelling to Sabiha Gökçen Airport. •⁠ ⁠⁠Allow extra time for airport transfers and expect delays or cancellations. •⁠ ⁠⁠Monitor weather conditions and follow airport announcements. •⁠ ⁠Monitor official updates from Sabiha Gökçen Airport: https://www.sabihagokcen.aero

Torrential rains in Mbeya, Tanzania, have resulted in at least 18 fatalities, primarily among children, and caused significant flooding and landslides, exacerbating a national crisis.

Emergency crews in Baku have evacuated 33 people due to flooding caused by heavy rainfall affecting Baku, Sumgayit, and the Absheron district.