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FILE - A solitary figure, a security officer, traverses through Balidhidin village, nestled in the rugged terrain of Northeastern State’s Bari region, Somalia, on an unusually cool January 26, 2025. A mere fortnight later, on February 11, 2025, Somali officials somberly announced a catastrophic attack by the Islamic State on a Northeastern State military base that claimed nearly 100 lives. Imagine the chaos: Almost 100 individuals meeting an untimely demise, and around 60 others bearing injuries, as the notorious Islamic…

Tragedy struck at the Scottsdale Municipal Airport in Arizona when a midsize Learjet 35A lost control upon landing and collided with a parked Gulfstream 200. This unfortunate incident, which left at least one individual dead, serves as a somber reminder of the unpredictability inherent in aviation. Emergency responders rushed to the scene, where one person remained trapped within the wreckage. Three others, caught in the turmoil, were promptly transported to local hospitals to receive urgent medical attention. Images…

In a tragic turn of events, the US Coast Guard has discovered the wreckage of a small aircraft resting precariously atop frozen sea ice in Alaska. The plane, which experienced a sudden loss of altitude on Thursday, was carrying ten individuals when it met its disastrous fate, resulting in the unfortunate loss of all lives on board. Coast Guard officials confirmed the grim details during a press conference, painting a somber picture of the incident. Mike Salerno, a spokesperson for the Coast Guard, shared that the recovery…

In a tragic turn of events, Israeli forces fired upon residents in southern Lebanon, resulting in two fatalities and 32 injuries, according to health officials. This incident unfolded as hundreds of anxious individuals attempted to return to their homes, coinciding with the deadline for the Israeli troops to fully withdraw from the region. Amid growing tension, it was evident that Israel was poised to miss the stipulated deadline outlined in a ceasefire agreement that was forged two months prior, effectively ending its…

In the hazy dawn of Thursday, the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir el-Balah, Gaza, became a somber sanctuary for the wounded—an all-too-familiar scene in this volatile region, where even children find themselves caught in the crossfire of conflict. In a chilling spiral of violence, Israeli forces have reportedly taken at least 82 lives in Gaza, according to medical sources that spoke with Al Jazeera. Among the victims, 30 were lost in Gaza City alone, all within just hours after a ceasefire agreement was allegedly reached…

This morning, a DHL cargo aircraft tragically crashed while attempting to land at Vilnius Airport in Lithuania. The incident resulted in the death of one individual aboard the plane, and some debris from the crash caused damage to a nearby residence. While three other passengers on the flight sustained injuries, thankfully, no one on the ground was hurt during the ordeal. As flames and thick smoke spiraled from the wreckage, firefighting crews rushed in to tackle the blaze. The ill-fated flight, managed by Swiftair for…

In the wake of tumultuous strife on Sunday, an alarming count of at least 35 individuals lost their lives due to Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon, as reported by the Lebanese Health Ministry the following Monday. To date, the grim tally has reached an unsettling 3,516 fatalities since the conflict flared up last year. Moreover, the ministry highlighted that the recent clashes have left 143 more Lebanese nursing wounds, contributing to a significant total of 14,929 injured individuals since the onset of tensions in October…

The Spanish meteorological service has raised the alert levels in various regions of Valencia, responding to the significant risk of heavy rainfall—an urgent note following devastating floods that resulted in over 200 fatalities just two weeks prior. AEMET, the national weather agency, has issued a red alert, particularly for the coastline of Valencia. This alert is set to remain in effect until noon tomorrow (11 AM Irish time). Forecasters are predicting an alarming 180mm of rain could fall within just 12 hours. Malaga…

Recently, Russia ramped up its offensive against Kyiv, unleashing a wave of drones and missiles, marking the capital's first combined aerial assault in over 70 days. According to officials, the situation poses significant concerns for residents and defenses alike. This latest aggression unfolds amidst increasing alarms from Washington and Seoul, echoing Ukraine’s distress signals regarding North Korean troops reportedly entering combat alongside Russian forces right at the border of their conflict. Ukrainian air defense…

SANAA, Yemen — "On Tuesday, Iran's Houthi allies unleashed a barrage of missiles and drones aiming at U.S. navy ships sailing in the Red Sea close to Yemen," stated a Pentagon representative. In a brazen display of force, eight drones, five ballistic missiles, and three cruise missiles homed in on the USS Stockdale and USS Spruance as they journeyed through Bab al-Mandeb strait. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) personnel managed to fend off the onslaught successfully. No damage occurred, and all…