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Nairobi (AX) — A tragic incident unfolded on Tuesday when five Kenyan police officers lost their lives in a brutal ambush attributed to suspected Al-Shabaab militants. This harrowing attack took place in Boni Forest, a region nestled close to the Somali border in Lamu County, and reflects an ongoing struggle in an area fraught with danger. The officers, part of the elite Special Operations Group, were engaged in a mission that had deep implications for regional security. This was their second day chasing after…

Rescue teams and medical personnel in Gaza have reported that recent Israeli airstrikes have claimed the lives of at least 53 individuals, coinciding with the military's new evacuation orders ahead of anticipated operations. On March 18, Israel resumed its military campaign in Gaza following the breakdown of a two-month ceasefire that had temporarily halted hostilities in the besieged Palestinian territory. As tensions escalated, Israel's army chief, during a visit to troops in Gaza, warned of a "larger" offensive unless…

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has made a heartfelt appeal to Hamas, urging the release of all hostages. He expressed concern that their continued captivity provides Israel with "excuses" to intensify its attacks on Gaza. This statement comes as rescuers recover charred bodies from a recent Israeli airstrike, underscoring the severe human toll of the ongoing conflict. The situation in Gaza remains dire, with Israeli strikes resulting in the deaths of at least 25 individuals across the territory. Meanwhile,…

Kenya’s Heavy Rainfall: A Call for Better Infrastructure This past Tuesday, Nairobi, the vibrant capital of Kenya, was caught in the grip of severe weather that resulted in tragic losses and heartbreaking dislocation for many families. The toll? Three lives extinguished and hundreds dislodged from their homes. As police reported the grim circumstances, the focus quickly shifted to the urgent need to address long-standing infrastructure issues. In a particularly heart-wrenching incident, a woman and her two…

By Ali Musa Axadle Times International – Monitoring Beledweyne (AX) — A tragic incident unfolded on Tuesday in the bustling neighborhood of Ali Ganey, situated in the heart of the Hiiraan region, where the lives of two teenagers were abruptly cut short, and 32 Somali soldiers were left injured due to a harrowing road accident. This heartbreaking event has left the community grappling with shock and loss, as it shines a light on the larger issues of traffic safety and road maintenance in the area. According to local…

According to Gaza's civil defense agency, Israeli air strikes have tragically claimed the lives of at least 25 individuals across the territory since this morning. The conflict escalated significantly when Israel renewed an aggressive air and ground offensive on Gaza on March 18, ending a two-month ceasefire that had momentarily paused the violence in the besieged Palestinian region. As highlighted by Mohammad Mughayyir, a senior official with the civil defense agency, "The total number of Palestinians killed in Israeli air…

The mayor of the town of Mbandaka in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported a tragic update regarding the recent boat fire. He stated that at least 33 people have lost their lives in this devastating incident, a figure that significantly differs from earlier estimates. This official toll, released on Tuesday, stands in stark contrast to previous reports that indicated at least 143 fatalities, based on information from a national deputy and a local civil society leader. Mayor Yves Balo noted, "We count 195 who…

Tragedy struck near Naples, Italy, as a cable-car collapse claimed the lives of four individuals and left one person injured, according to reports from local firefighters. The unfortunate incident occurred when a cable snapped on the route connecting tourists from Castellammare di Stabia, beautifully situated along the Gulf of Naples, to Monte Faito, just 3 kilometers away. In a statement on Telegram, the fire department shared, “Four lifeless bodies were found, while a fifth injured person was rescued and taken to…

In a tragic escalation of conflict, a Russian drone strike on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro late last night has resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including a young girl, as confirmed by local authorities. Dnipropetrovsk regional governor, Sergiy Lysak, expressed the gravity of the situation, stating, "A massive UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) attack led to tragic consequences. Three people died in Dnipro, including a child." Among the deceased were a young girl and an elderly woman, highlighting the indiscriminate…

In a matter of weeks, the north-central Nigerian states of Plateau and Benue have witnessed a chilling spike in violence, with at least 144 lives lost at the hands of herdsmen. The toll, as catastrophic as it is, reveals a deeper malaise—an ongoing conflict that has not only injured scores but also left over 50 homes in ruins. What drives such brutality, and how much longer can communities endure this torment? The violence reached new levels of horror recently in Benue, prompting Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State to…