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Rescuers successfully pulled six crew members from the Red Sea, while 15 others remain missing following the sinking of two ships attacked by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi militia. The *Eternity C*, a cargo vessel, faced a tragic fate this morning after being struck in a series of attacks on Monday and Tuesday. Reports indicate that four of the 25 individuals aboard were killed before the remaining crew had to abandon ship. The six seafarers rescued had spent over 24 hours in the water, demonstrating remarkable resilience…

In a tragic turn of events, Ukraine reported that eight civilians lost their lives due to Russian drone and bombing attacks in the war-torn Donetsk region, located in the eastern part of the country. According to prosecutors, five civilians were tragically killed during drone strikes on private vehicles in the town of Rodynske. Just ten minutes later, three more individuals died in Kostiantynivka, a town currently under increasing pressure from Russian forces. As President Volodymyr Zelensky poignantly stated, "Every lost…

According to Gaza's civil defense agency, at least 22 individuals, including six children, have lost their lives due to recent Israeli airstrikes in the region. Agency spokesperson Mahmud Bassal reported that one strike tragically claimed the lives of ten members from a single family, who were sheltering in the Al-Mawasi area near Khan Yunis. Additionally, another strike at the Al-Shati camp close to Gaza City resulted in the deaths of ten more individuals and left over thirty others injured. The victims from the Al-Shati…

Reflections on a Nation in Turmoil: The Recent Protests in Kenya On July 7, 2025, the streets of Nairobi echoed with the fervent cries of Kenya’s citizens, as police officers set barricades to block access to the central business district. This date, significant for its historical resonance, marks the 35th anniversary of the “Saba Saba” protests—an event that once galvanized the nation towards aspirations of multiparty democracy but has now manifested in tragic loss and unrest. As reported by the police, eleven…

Mogadishu (AX) — On a tense Monday in the Moqokori district of the Hiiraan region, heavy fighting erupted as al-Shabab militants executed a large-scale assault marked by a series of suicide bombings and coordinated ground attacks. Military and local sources confirm this unsettling escalation. The Moqokori district, situated around 300 kilometers north of Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, became the focal point of this militant onslaught. Local militia commander, Abdulahi Adan, revealed that the insurgents employed vehicle-borne…

<h1>Assault in Moqokori: Understanding the Ongoing Crisis</h1> <p>Beledweyne (AX) — Just before dawn on Monday, an unsettling wave of violence swept through the Moqokori district in the Hiiraan region, as **al-Shabab militants executed a well-coordinated attack**. Local sources report that several casualties are feared, although precise figures remain elusive.</p> <p>The assault commenced with a horrifying suicide bombing, targeting an area bustling with local security forces and civilians…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a decisive move against militant threats, the Somali National Army (SNA) and local allied forces showcased their resolve on Saturday morning. At approximately 5:45 AM, they successfully thwarted a pre-dawn assault by al-Shabab militants near Gumarre, close to Moqokori in the Hiiraan region. Military officials reported that the troops’ swift and coordinated response resulted in the elimination of at least 10 al-Shabab fighters. It is often said that preparedness is the cornerstone of success in military…

Residents in Gaza are enduring intense Israeli gunfire and shelling as Israel's military confirms an escalation in its operations. This surge in violence occurs just days before Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's planned visit to Washington. The escalation in attacks follows a week filled with increasing calls for a ceasefire. Among the voices urging for a renewed effort to halt the conflict is US President Donald Trump, who is set to meet with Netanyahu next week. He emphasized the need for a new agreement to bring the…

Israeli forces have tragically taken the lives of at least 67 people in Gaza due to airstrikes and gunfire, with several incidents leaving many in dire need of food aid. According to witnesses and health officials, one airstrike struck the Al-Baqa Cafe in Gaza City, a location bustling with women and children at the time. Ali Abu Ateila, who experienced the attack firsthand, recounted, "Without warning, a warplane hit the place, shaking it like an earthquake." This incident resulted in at least 30 fatalities and numerous…

Recent Developments in Iran and US Relations In a pivotal moment for international relations, Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, took to the airwaves to assert that the recent strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities yielded "no achievements" for the United States. This declaration comes in the wake of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, highlighting the intricate web of geopolitical dynamics at play. Khamenei's remarks were emphatic; he characterized the operations as failing to make any…