Berlin has been plunged into its longest power outage since World War II after an arson attack on high-voltage power cables triggered a massive blackout in the city southwest. German federal prosecutors have taken over the investigation and launched a terrorism probe, citing suspected sabotage, arson, disruption of public services, and possible membership in a terrorist organization.

President Trump has issued one of his starkest warnings yet, revealing a surging Ukraine war death toll and cautioning that global power struggles could push nations dangerously close to World War III. As the conflict intensifies on the front lines, Trump is pressing for an immediate halt to fighting, expressing exhaustion with diplomatic meetings that lead nowhere and frustration with stalled negotiations in Washington. WATCH