Rare Snowfall Hits Saudi Arabia After 30 Years
By Hammad KahlunInternational CorrespondentSNN News Finland Snow has fallen in Saudi Arabia’s northern regions for the first time in nearly 30 years, marking a rare and historic weather event in the desert kingdom. The snowfall covered vast desert areas stretching across thousands of square kilometers, from the Tuwaiq mountain range in the west to regions […]
Karachi Dog Bites Kill 19, Over 29,000 Cases Reported
By Hammad KahlunInternational News CorrespondentSNN News Finland At least 19 people have lost their lives in dog bite incidents in Karachi, while more than 29,000 cases have been reported across the city so far in 2025. Health officials say the sharp rise in dog bite cases has put immense pressure on hospitals and emergency services. […]
Norway Announces $315M Military Aid Package for Ukraine
By Hammad KahlunInternational News CorrespondentSNN News Finland Norway has announced a new military aid package worth $315 million to support Ukraine’s defense efforts. Under this package, Ukraine will receive laser-guided missiles designed for F-16 fighter jets. These weapons are based on APKWS guidance kits, which upgrade low-cost Hydra 70 rockets into precision-guided missiles. The upgraded […]
FBI Foils New Year’s Eve Terror Plot in Los Angeles
By Hammad Kahlun international News Correspondent US authorities have prevented a major terror attack planned for New Year’s Eve in Los Angeles. According to reports, the FBI arrested four suspects before the attack could be carried out. Investigators revealed that the group was allegedly planning attacks on five different locations across the city. The timely […]
Australia Plans Tougher Gun Laws After Bondi Beach Attack
By Riffat KausarScandinavian News Finland Australia has announced plans to introduce stricter gun control laws following the country’s deadliest mass shooting in almost three decades. The decision comes after a deadly attack during a Hanukkah celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, where 15 people were killed. According to authorities, the attack was carried out by two […]
Afghan Forces Shoot Down Pakistani Drone in Kandahar
By Abida Kahlun Bureau Chief Helsinki Scandinavian News Finland Afghan security forces have reported shooting down a Pakistani drone in the Registan district of Kandahar province. According to Afghan officials, the drone was detected inside Afghan airspace and was intercepted during a security operation. The incident took place in the Registan area, which is located […]
Tunnel Found on Poland Belarus Border 130 Migrants Held
By Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Finland Polish border guards have discovered an underground tunnel used by illegal migrants on the Poland–Belarus border. Authorities confirmed that 130 migrants were detained during the operation. According to border officials, the tunnel stretches several dozen meters and runs beneath the border fence as well as a technical service road. […]
6.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Near Japan’s Hokkaido
By Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Finland A strong earthquake measuring 6.7 on the Richter scale struck off the coast of Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido. The quake was felt in nearby coastal areas, causing concern among residents. Japanese authorities quickly issued safety warnings and urged people living near the coast to stay alert. Officials asked […]
Estonia to Raise Military Spending to 5.4% in 2025
By Abida KahlunBureau Chief HelsinkiScandinavian News Finland Estonia has announced that its military expenditure will rise to 5.4% of GDP next year. This will be the highest defence spending level in the entire NATO alliance. Estonia says the increase is important for national security and for supporting regional defence in the Baltic area. The country […]
G7 warns Russia as frozen assets plan and pressure grow
Shumaila AslamScandinavian News FinlandBureau Chief Pakistan The G7 finance ministers have issued a strong warning to Russia, stating that economic pressure will continue to grow if ongoing peace efforts with Ukraine do not show progress. In their joint statement, the ministers confirmed that they are still evaluating options to secure long-term financial support for Ukraine’s […]