Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, is set to receive a classified Pentagon briefing outlining U.S. military strategies for a possible conflict with China. The briefing reportedly includes highly sensitive details on specific Chinese targets, military response timelines, and strategic operations. While the Pentagon has confirmed Musk’s visit, they have not disclosed the agenda. His extensive business ties with China, including Tesla's major manufacturing presence, have raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest and national security risks. This briefing comes amid escalating U.S.-China tensions over Taiwan, trade disputes, and cybersecurity threats.  

A fire at an electrical substation in Hayes, West London, ignited late Thursday night, leading to a significant power outage that has forced the closure of Heathrow Airport until 11:59 PM on March 21. The London Fire Brigade responded with ten fire engines and approximately 70 firefighters to tackle the blaze, which erupted after a transformer caught fire. As a precaution, around 150 individuals were evacuated from nearby properties, and a 200-meter safety cordon was established. The outage has disrupted airport operations, with all flights suspended and passengers advised against traveling to the airport. Eurocontrol confirmed that no arrivals are permitted, and diversion plans are active. The fire has also left thousands of homes without power.

Judge James Boasberg, the chief judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, criticized the Trump administration's inadequate response regarding the deportation of Venezuelan migrants, labeling it "woefully insufficient" and suggesting possible evasion of his orders. Boasberg had previously issued a temporary block on these deportations, questioning the application of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to the alleged Venezuelan gang members. Despite this, deportation flights proceeded, leading Boasberg to demand a detailed explanation from the Justice Department by the following Tuesday. The administration cited national security concerns and considered invoking the state secrets privilege, a claim met with skepticism by the judge. President Trump responded by calling for Boasberg's impeachment, a move rebuked by Chief Justice John Roberts, who emphasized that disagreements with judicial decisions should be addressed through appeals, not impeachment.

A US judge has blocked the deportation of Badar Khan Suri, an Indian researcher at Georgetown University, following his arrest for alleged ties to Hamas. The US government had accused Suri of promoting anti-Semitic views and spreading Hamas propaganda. His lawyer denounced the detention as politically motivated, aiming to suppress free speech. Georgetown University, where Suri conducts research on peacebuilding, expressed support for his rights. The case has raised concerns over academic freedom and the targeting of individuals based on political beliefs, particularly regarding US policy on Israel.  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged Russia to abandon "unnecessary" demands ahead of US-mediated peace talks in Saudi Arabia on Monday. Russian President Vladimir Putin insists on halting Western military aid to Ukraine, while Zelensky warned that dropping NATO membership for Ukraine would be a "big gift to Russia." He also dismissed claims that Ukraine discussed ceding nuclear plants to the US. Meanwhile, UK PM Keir Starmer proposed a "coalition of the willing" to enforce peace. Despite ongoing negotiations, Russian and Ukrainian strikes continue, with casualties reported on both sides. Zelensky called for urgent EU military aid.

US President Donald Trump "fully supports" Israel's latest military operations in Gaza, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said. She blamed Hamas for the conflict, stating that Trump warned of consequences if hostages were not released. Gaza’s civil defence agency reported 504 deaths, including over 190 children, following renewed Israeli air and ground strikes. Hamas launched rockets at Tel Aviv in retaliation. Israel expanded ground operations and closed Gaza’s main north-south route. The ceasefire that began on January 19 has collapsed, escalating tensions further. Trump maintains that Hamas bears full responsibility for the ongoing hostilities.

Israeli airstrikes on Gaza killed at least 85 Palestinians overnight, the Hamas-run health ministry said. Over 500 have died in two days as Israel resumed attacks following failed ceasefire talks. Hamas fired three rockets at Tel Aviv, with one intercepted. The Israeli military launched a ground operation in northern Gaza, aiming to establish a buffer zone. Gaza's health ministry reports 591 deaths since Tuesday. Meanwhile, thousands protested in Israel demanding hostage releases. UN officials condemned the rising toll, with five Unrwa staff killed. The US reaffirmed support for Israel, as Yemen's Houthis launched a missile toward Ben Gurion Airport.

Taiwan has warned that China could launch a full-scale invasion by 2027. The defence ministry shared this timeline during its annual military drills. Officials say the date aligns with China's military goals set by President Xi Jinping. Taiwan is increasing its defence exercises, doubling the length of its major war games. Recent Chinese military activity near Taiwan has also raised concerns. China sent dozens of warplanes and ships near the island, calling it a "punishment" for Taiwan’s pro-independence stance. Taiwan’s president has announced new security measures, while China has accused him of creating tensions.

Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order to shut down the U.S. Department of Education. He says this will give states more control over schools. However, he cannot close the department without Congress. The order asks Education Secretary Linda McMahon to start the process while keeping funding for students with disabilities and low-income schools unchanged. Critics say this will hurt millions of children. The NAACP called it a "dark day." Democratic state attorneys general plan to challenge the order in court. Trump says the move will cut regulations and improve education by focusing on students, not politics.

Ukraine attacked Russia’s Engels airbase with drones, causing a large explosion and fire. The base, located 700 km from the war front, houses Russia’s Tu-160 nuclear-capable bombers. Videos show smoke rising and nearby houses damaged. Russia claims its air defences shot down 132 drones. Local authorities declared an emergency and evacuated residents. Ukraine has attacked this base before, including a strike on an oil depot in January. Meanwhile, Ukraine also targeted an oil refinery in Russia’s Samara region. Russia says its air defences destroyed nine drones overnight in different regions, including over the Black Sea.