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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…

Recent reports have emerged of new cholera cases at the Gache Gache fishing camp and Nyamhunga village, not long after the previous outbreak was officially declared over. Alarmingly, this situation raises concerns about the potential for the highly mobile fishmongering community to facilitate the disease's spread throughout Kariba and its neighboring regions. Tragically, one individual has succumbed to the illness, while 14 others are suspected to be infected. In response, the health ministry has actively engaged…

A Russian missile struck a residential apartment complex in Kryvyi Rih, central Ukraine, resulting in injuries to at least seven individuals and leaving several others trapped beneath the debris, according to officials. Among the injured were two young children, as reported by regional governor Serhiy Lysak via the Telegram messaging app. The missile assault wreaked havoc on apartments stretching from the first to the fifth floors. Images shared by authorities showcased a devastated roof and floors that had caved in,…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a bold move, the Somali National Army (SNA) on the frontlines took direct aim at a high-ranking assembly of Al-Shabaab insurgents this Tuesday, according to official sources. Senior military sources reported that the army attacked an Al-Shabaab gathering in Caad village, nestled within Mudug. This strike resulted in the immediate demise of three militants and inflicted severe wounds on two others. The agenda of this meeting remains a mystery. Such high-stakes meetings typically delve into the group’s…

In a tragic escalation, Russian missile attacks devastated the Ukrainian city of Dnipro last night, claiming the lives of four individuals, including a young child. Additionally, a teenager and another victim fell to assaults in Kyiv and its adjacent areas, as reported by local authorities. The strikes occurred a mere 48 hours after Russia wrapped up a three-day gathering of the BRICS nations in Kazan, where President Vladimir Putin faced intense pressure from global leaders to put an end to the ongoing hostilities.…