American sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s private plane, the “Lolita Express,” now sits in a dilapidated state at an aircraft yard in South America. This nearly six-decade-old Boeing 727 will never fly again. The nearly 60-year-old, 133-foot-long Lolita Express, once known for its expensive interiors and private cabins, is now covered in rust and dirt. Its exterior is now covered in rust and dirt. The engines were removed years ago, leaving it permanently grounded. According to prosecutors, the plane was used to transport underage girls to New York and Florida. Victims have testified that they were abused during flights. One survivor, Virginia Giuffre, also claimed she was sexually assaulted on board. According to reports, flight manuals, files, napkins, and numbered placemats are still stored inside the plane. Toiletries and personal belongings are found in the bathroom cabinet. The main sleeping area still contains a mattress, with emergency oxygen masks hanging from it. The red-upholstered seating lounges are now covered in dust. Records show that the plane was purchased by a company linked to Epstein in 2001. Ownership changed hands just before his arrest on federal sex-trafficking charges in 2019. It has since been transferred through several aviation companies. Although initially planned to be scrapped, it has not yet been fully dismantled. The plane was nicknamed the “Lolita Express” because of allegations that minor girls were trafficked aboard. The name is derived from the 1955 adult novel “Lolita,” which tells the story of a man’s infatuation with a 12-year-old girl. Other important news related to international affairs… Iran issues advisory for Indian citizens to leave the country, embassy says – leave immediately. Amid ongoing protests in Iran, the Indian government has advised Indian citizens living there to leave the country as soon as possible using available means, including commercial flights. The Indian Embassy has urged them to remain vigilant and to leave as soon as possible. The Indian Embassy in Tehran stated that this advisory is in addition to the notices issued on January 5 and January 14, 2026. The Embassy has urged students, pilgrims, business people, and tourists to leave the country immediately in view of the situation. The Embassy has appealed to all Indian citizens and PIOs to stay away from areas of protests, monitor local media, and remain in touch with the Indian Embassy. Travel and identification documents, such as passports and IDs, are also advised to be carried at all times. The Embassy has issued emergency mobile numbers:
+989128109115
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+989932179359. Furthermore, Indians who have not yet registered with the Embassy are urged to register online immediately. In case of internet disruptions, relatives living in India can register. Nepal – Bus plunges off highway into river, 18 dead, 25 injured, 2 foreign nationals among the dead; accident caused by loss of control. A bus plunged off a highway into a river in Nepal’s Dhading district late Monday night. According to Nepali media, 18 people died in the accident, while 25 were injured. The deceased include a male and a female foreign national. However, their nationalities and their names have not yet been released. According to the Armed Police Force (APF), 17 bodies have been recovered so far. Later, the death of another passenger was confirmed, bringing the death toll to 18. Those injured in the accident were rescued and admitted to various hospitals. The identities of the deceased and injured have not yet been established. Read the full story… Mexican army kills biggest drug lord: Action taken after Trump’s pressure, violence erupts across the country, supporters set fire to airport and mall. The Mexican army conducted an operation on Sunday and killed the country’s most prominent drug lord, El Mencho. Following this, arson and violence erupted across the country. Mencho’s supporters have blocked highways and vandalized vehicles in retaliation. He was injured during an army operation in the city of Talpalla. He was being airlifted to Mexico City, but died en route. Besides Mencho, at least nine other criminals were also killed in the operation. Read the full story…
