“Tragic Air India Crash in Ahmedabad Claims Nearly 300 Lives, Survivor Emerges” – 6/13/2025, 6:21:19 AM

Latest World News as of June 13, 2025

Air India Plane Crash in Ahmedabad
– A London-bound Air India Boeing 787-8 crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India, on June 12, 2025. The aircraft, carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew, went down in the Meghani Nagar residential area just five minutes after takeoff. Over 290 people are believed to have died, with only one known survivor, a British passenger[2]. This marks the first major crash for the 787 model, and U.S. officials have stated there is no immediate reason to ground the aircraft[4].

Escalation Between Israel and Iran
– In a major escalation in the Middle East, Israel launched “dozens” of air strikes on Iran, targeting nuclear facilities near Tehran. Explosions were reported in the Iranian capital, and all flights at Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport were suspended. The Israeli Defense Minister declared a “special state of emergency” across Israel, warning of expected missile and drone retaliation from Iran. The White House confirmed the U.S. was not involved, emphasizing that American forces are being protected amid rising regional tensions. The airstrikes have caused volatility in global markets, with oil prices surging nearly 5%[3][4].

Tensions Between Japan and China
– Japan has protested to China after a Chinese fighter jet flew unusually close to a Japanese Self-Defense Forces patrol plane over the Pacific, calling the incident dangerous and warning of collision risks. Japan has demanded preventive measures from China to avoid similar future incidents[2].

North Korea Relaunches Destroyer
– North Korea relaunched a naval destroyer that had been damaged in a failed launch last month. Kim Jong Un presided over the relaunch ceremony, according to North Korean state media and reports from South Korea[4].

U.S. Lawmakers Approve Spending Cuts
– U.S. lawmakers approved a White House request to reclaim $9.4 billion in previously allocated funding, marking a significant victory for President Donald Trump. The move aligns with spending cuts advocated by Elon Musk[4].

G7 Summit Schedule Change
– The upcoming Group of Seven (G7) summit in Canada will now begin Monday, one day later than originally planned, according to Canadian officials[2].

These stories highlight a period of acute international tension, major aviation tragedy, and significant political and economic moves across the globe as of June 13, 2025.