February 21, New Delhi – At least 50 people were killed, with several women and children abducted, after armed men attacked a village in Nigeria's northwestern Zamfara state.There has been a surge in attacks blamed on "bandits," involving deadly assaults, kidnappings for ransom, and mass...
Athens, February 21 – Five migrants were confirmed dead and at least 20 others remained missing after a wooden boat carrying dozens of people capsized in waters south of Greece's largest island, Crete, early Saturday, authorities said.The tragic incident occurred approximately 15 nautical...
Guwahati, February 21 The Gauhati High Court has directed the Assam government to ensure that the families affected by eviction drives in the Goalpara district in June last year are provided with potable water, basic medical and sanitation facilities, and food grains through fair price shops...
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February 20, New Delhi – An independent investigation by the United Nations has documented the mass killings of non-Arab communities following the capture of the Sudanese city of al-Fashir by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), stating that the killings exhibit characteristics indicative of...
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February 17, New Delhi – The U.S. government has labeled Cuba a "failed nation," citing shortages of jet fuel and basic resources that are hindering operations, including flights.U.S. President Donald Trump stated that officials, including Marco Rubio, are in discussions with Cuba to address...
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Kabul, February 17 – The forced deportation of Afghan migrants from Pakistan through the Torkham crossing has intensified before Ramadan, local media reported on Tuesday.The Pakistani police's raids on homes, mistreatment, and harsh conditions are among the factors that Afghan migrants have...
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Gaza, February 15 – Gaza health authorities said on Sunday that the Rafah crossing with Egypt is operating under strict limits that endanger thousands of patients needing medical treatment abroad.In a statement, officials said the partial reopening of the crossing on February 2 allows only a...
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