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Tragedy struck the northern Lebanese town of Ain Yaaqoub, where at least 14 individuals lost their lives, and 15 others sustained injuries due to an Israeli airstrike, as reported by the local mayor. This strike marks a grim milestone as it represents the northernmost location in Lebanon to be attacked by Israeli forces since tensions escalated in October 2023. The targeted building was home to around 30 residents, including several Syrian refugees. "Some individuals remain trapped beneath the rubble," the mayor noted,…

**Tragic Blast in Quetta Shocks Balochistan** Quetta, Pakistan, November 9, 2024. REUTERS/Naseer Ahmed. Purchase Licensing Rights In a shocking incident on Saturday, a devastating explosion ripped through a bustling railway station in Quetta, the vibrant hub of southwestern Pakistan, leaving the community reeling. Reports from local authorities indicate that at least 24 individuals lost their lives, while over 40 more are grappling with injuries, some critically. This act of violence has cast a long shadow over the area,…

The targeted area hit by the drone strike lies within the bounds of Arge in the Durbete district (image courtesy of BBC Amharic). Toronto - A devastating drone assault has shaken the Amhara region of Ethiopia, leaving a grim toll of over 50 civilian lives. The incident, another in a troubling series, claimed elders, children, and women among its victims. Alarmingly, one expectant mother was among those killed. The attack did not stop at fatalities; around 21 individuals sustained injuries, many serious and some critically…

Garowe (AX) — The drama unfolded Wednesday when Northeastern State's Minister of Information, Eng. Mohamud Aydid Dirir, threw shade at Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. Dirir flat-out accused the President of giving the nod to deportation actions against Somali asylum seeker peeps in Germany. Yep, you heard it right! Not only that, Dirir is also fuming over what he claims to be the President’s involvement in booting low-income families out of their humble abodes in Mogadishu. Why? To hand over the land to private…

The leader of Hezbollah recently stated that his organization possesses an impressive number of fighters, claiming tens of thousands are primed for battle. He emphasized that no part of Israel is off-limits when it comes to their potential operations. For over a year now, Israel and the Iran-supported Hezbollah have been locked in a cycle of violence, which has intensified alongside the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Since late September, the situation has taken a more serious turn, with Israeli forces launching airstrikes…

In a heartbreaking incident, a missile strike from Russia devastated the city of Zaporizhzhia in southeastern Ukraine, resulting in the tragic loss of six lives and injuring at least 20 others. Furthermore, the attack obliterated a significant infrastructure facility, as reported by Ukrainian officials. Ivan Fedorov, the governor of the region, took to the Telegram messaging platform to inform the public that a fire had ignited in the aftermath of this assault. However, specifics regarding the nature of the facility hit…

Elon Musk's political action committee isn’t just drawing names from a hat for their ambitious $1 million-a-day giveaway aimed at registered voters. According to an attorney representing the billionaire, they are handpicking individuals who can effectively champion their agenda. Chris Gober, Musk’s lawyer, made this assertion while addressing a Pennsylvania judge, attempting to dismiss claims that the giveaway was an "illegal lottery." This lawsuit was initiated by Philadelphia District Attorney Lawrence Krasner, who aims to…

Somalia: Devastating Al-Shabaab Assault Claims Lives of AU Troops at Mogadishu’s Halane Base MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a ruthless act of violence, Al-Shabaab insurgents launched a mortar attack on Sunday, tragically ending the lives of two soldiers from the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), according to law enforcement authorities. This incident unfolded ominously close to the Aden Adde International Airport, a locale reinforced against such threats. Mohamed El-Amine Souef, representing the African Union…

In a tragic turn of events, a volcano situated in eastern Indonesia erupted overnight, claiming the lives of at least ten individuals. As fireballs and ash rained down upon the surrounding villages, officials promptly elevated the volcano's alert status to the highest level. Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki, which towers at 1,703 meters, is one half of a twin volcano and is located on the stunning tourist island of Flores. The eruption first occurred just before midnight, leading authorities to enact emergency evacuations for…

Ethiopia: Unresolved Elements in Pretoria Agreement, TPLF Voices Concerns ADDIS ABABA - On the milestone marking two years since the Cessation of Hostilities Agreement, better known as the Pretoria Agreement, the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) expressed their dissatisfaction with numerous unresolved matters. Many issues are still dangling in limbo despite the deadlines set in Pretoria and later restated in Nairobi. The TPLF, entangled in its own internal disputes, recognized the agreement's significant…