China held its largest-ever "Victory Day" military parade, attended by Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, and Kim Jong Un. The parade, marking 80 years since Japan's defeat in WWII, served as a demonstration of China's military power and technological advancements, including hypersonic missiles and laser weapons. Xi's statement emphasized a choice between peace or war, signaling China's challenge to the US-led international order.
The US military conducted a strike in the Caribbean, killing alleged drug smugglers linked to Venezuela. President Trump justified the action, escalating tensions with Venezuela's President Maduro. This action is viewed as a drastic increase in the US war on drugs.
Israel dropped grenades near UN peacekeepers in Lebanon. While Israel claimed it didn't intentionally target the UN, the incident prompted criticism and highlights tensions in the region, especially considering the UN's upcoming mission termination.
Thailand's parliament may choose Anutin Charnvirakul as the new prime minister, following the removal of Paetongtarn Shinawatra. This signals a political shift in Thailand.
A group of five Nigerians set a new Guinness World Record for the longest nonstop reading marathon, promoting literacy in the country.