Libre News of The World Epress Edition. Tuesday the 29th of April 2025

Today on Libre News of The World Express Edition, we bring you key updates from around the globe. We begin with India's $7.4 billion deal with France for 26 Rafale fighter jets, which will significantly enhance India’s naval defense capabilities. This deal, which includes 22 single-seater and 4 twin-seater aircraft, is expected to be completed by 2030 and is part of India’s effort to diversify its military equipment away from Russian arms. The deal is also expected to create thousands of jobs and stimulate the economy. For further details, visit The Times of India at https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/.

Next, we cover the confirmation that North Korean troops are now fighting for Russia in Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un have publicly acknowledged the deployment of 14,000 North Korean soldiers, providing assistance in the contested Kursk region. While this move deepens the alliance between Russia and North Korea, the United States has raised concerns about the potential consequences for international security. For more on this development, visit Reuters at https://www.reuters.com/.

Lastly, we report on the eighth volcanic eruption in the Sundhnúkur crater row near Grindavík, Iceland, which took place on April 1, 2025. This eruption led to the evacuation of Grindavík and the temporary closure of the Blue Lagoon spa. Though less intense than previous eruptions, it caused ground subsidence and damage to local infrastructure. Authorities continue to monitor the region as seismic activity persists. For more information, visit Perlan at https://www.perlan.is/.

These stories reflect the dynamic changes occurring globally, from defense deals to geopolitical shifts and natural events that continue to shape our world.