Germany’s AfD won a state election in eastern Germany, drawing international media attention. The result marks a significant electoral gain for the party in Germany’s regional politics.

Germany’s far-right AfD won a state election, the first such victory for a far-right party since the Nazi era. The result increases pressure on Chancellor Olaf Scholz and his governing coalition.

Kim Jong-un commissioned North Korea's second 5,000-tonne, nuclear-capable destroyer, Kang Kon, on Sunday as trilateral military drills began nearby. The launch advances North Korea's naval build-up and Kim's pledge for a stronger, more reliable nuclear deterrent.

Anak Krakatau erupted, leading Indonesia to close eight airports, cancel hundreds of flights and strand about 170,000 passengers. Ash near Jakarta disrupted 1,558 flights, while lava activity and the volcano's tsunami history reinforced safety concerns.

The UN human rights chief warned that artificial intelligence could pose an existential risk to humanity. The warning highlights concerns about AI’s potential effects on human rights and survival.

Crowds gathered in Belgrade on Monday for the funeral of convicted war criminal Ratko Mladic. The EU says glorifying Mladic, whom Serbian officials and supporters called a hero, is incompatible with its values.

Alternative for Germany posted its best state election result, while Iran and the US carried out escalating tanker strikes over the weekend. Voter discontent dealt Chancellor Friedrich Merz a setback, while rising oil prices and inflation expectations reflected concern over intensified maritime conflict.

Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon killed at least 11 people, including nine in Kfar Rumman and two paramedics. Lebanon's president said the attacks risk dangerous escalation and could undermine the ceasefire.

Reuters reports that China is preparing humanoid robots for combat. The report highlights China’s interest in military applications for humanoid robotics.