Kicking off with an international effort, Interpol is calling for public assistance in solving 46 cold cases of unidentified murdered women across Europe in what they’re dubbing "Operation Identify Me." This initiative, involving collaboration with multiple European countries, aims to identify victims by sharing details and photos of items found with them online.

Meanwhile, in Philippine politics, former President Rodrigo Duterte is making a return to Davao City's mayoral race, despite being under investigation by the International Criminal Court for his controversial drug war. Notably, his son, Sebastian Duterte, will join him as a running mate, maintaining a strong family presence in the city’s leadership.

Shifting our focus to international cooperation, Riyadh's Mayor Prince Faisal recently met with South Korea's Minister of Land to explore sustainable infrastructure and urban planning initiatives. They discussed plans to modernize urban areas with a special focus on environmental sustainability, celebrating Riyadh's success in securing the Expo 2030 hosting rights.

However, tensions are brewing in the Middle East as Iran warns Israel of a fierce retaliation against attacks on their infrastructure, particularly oil or nuclear sites. Iranian officials emphasized their desire to avoid conflict, yet stress that certain aggressive moves would cross a critical "red line."

This warning comes in the wake of a tragic escalation in Gaza, where an Israeli airstrike in the Al-Bureij refugee camp led to the deaths of 17 people, targeting Hamas positions amid ongoing conflict. The strike is part of broader military operations in the area, indicating a period of heightened tension and conflict.

Lastly, in a historic legal case, former Russian investigator Marat Tambiyev has received a 16-year prison sentence for a $73 million bitcoin bribery scandal, marking the largest of its kind in Russia’s recent history. This verdict underscores a wider crackdown on corruption in Russia, involving various high-profile figures.