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Man Charged in Trump Assassination Plot Pleads Not Guilty
Ryan Routh, the 58-year-old man accused of attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump, has pleaded not guilty to the charges in a federal court. Prosecutors allege that Routh was found hiding near Trump’s Florida golf course in West Palm Beach earlier this month, armed with a rifle.
A Secret Service officer reportedly spotted the rifle barrel poking through a fence and opened fire, prompting Routh to flee the scene. He was later arrested on Interstate 95. In addition to the attempted assassination charge, Routh faces charges related to firearms offences and assaulting an officer.
In court on Monday, Routh appeared handcuffed and in a prison jumpsuit. His attorneys entered a plea of not guilty and requested a jury trial. The hearing lasted approximately five minutes.
Routh, who has a history of criminal activity, including a prior felony conviction involving firearms, faces a life sentence if convicted on the assassination charge. Prosecutors revealed that Routh had written a note months ago indicating his intent to kill Trump, further complicating his defense. He has been in custody since his arrest on September 15.
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Floods and Landslides Devastate Central Bosnia, Leaving 14 Dead
Severe flash floods and landslides in central Bosnia-Herzegovina have claimed at least 14 lives, with entire towns and villages left isolated by the destruction. The hardest-hit areas include the region around Jablanica, a town located between the cities of Mostar and Sarajevo, where homes were submerged, and landslides buried buildings in debris.
After an intense overnight storm, rivers overflowed, causing widespread flooding and leaving many people missing. Authorities have declared a state of emergency as they continue rescue and recovery efforts. Development Minister Vojin Mijatovic described the situation as a “terrible disaster” and urged residents to remain calm.
The floodwaters washed away roads, bridges, and railways, leaving infrastructure in ruins. In some areas, aerial images show communities completely inundated, with landslides further complicating rescue operations. A critical section of the M-17 road near Jablanica has been blocked by debris, and part of a railway track was left hanging after a landslide.
In Herzegovina-Neretva Canton, local officials have warned drivers to stay off roads near Jablanica due to the hazardous conditions. To the west, around Kiseljak, floodwaters left cars submerged and streets completely underwater, adding to the devastation. As rescue teams work tirelessly, the number of casualties is feared to rise in the coming days.
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WHO Approves First Rapid Mpox Diagnostic Test Amid Rising Global Cases
The World Health Organization (WHO) has approved the first rapid diagnostic test for mpox, a key development in curbing the rising global cases of the virus, previously known as monkeypox. The new PCR test can detect mpox DNA from skin lesion swabs, providing immediate results, significantly speeding up the process compared to current tests that require samples to be sent to a laboratory, causing delays.
This breakthrough is expected to be especially helpful in Africa, where limited testing capacity has exacerbated the spread of mpox. Of the 30,000 suspected cases in Africa this year, only 40% have been confirmed through existing tests, according to WHO data. The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the hardest-hit country with 635 deaths from mpox this year, is set to launch an mpox vaccination program this Saturday.
Yukiko Nakatani, WHO’s assistant director-general, hailed the new diagnostic tool as a “significant milestone” in increasing access to quality healthcare products. This new test is expected to strengthen efforts to contain the virus, particularly in underserved regions.
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UN Chief Banned from Israel Amid Dispute Over Iran Missile Attack
The Israeli government has banned United Nations Secretary General António Guterres from entering Israel, following his response to a missile attack launched by Iran. Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz criticized Guterres for not directly condemning Iran’s aggression, labeling him an “anti-Israel secretary-general who lends support to terrorists.”
Iran recently fired 180 ballistic missiles into Israel, marking an escalation in the ongoing regional conflict. Guterres responded by calling for an end to the escalating violence in the Middle East but refrained from specifically condemning Iran’s attack, which drew sharp criticism from the Israeli government.
In a statement, Katz declared Guterres persona non grata, stressing that individuals who do not clearly condemn attacks on Israel should not be allowed into the country. This follows a year of heightened tensions, with growing conflict between Israel and Iran-backed groups, including Hezbollah.
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