Tag: Conflict
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Afghanistan says Pakistan airstrike in Khost kills civilians
Overview of the Claim The Afghan authorities, led by the Taliban administration, say a bombing targeted a house in the southeastern province of Khost, resulting in the deaths of at least nine children and a woman. The claim was issued by Zabihullah Mujahid, the Taliban spokesperson, who described the attack as a deliberate bombing by…
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Ukraine reportedly strikes power plant in Moscow Oblast: What we know so far
Developing Story: Ukraine strike on Moscow region power plant News outlets and social channels are monitoring a developing incident overnight on November 23, alleging that Ukrainian forces struck the Shatura Thermal Power Plant in Moscow Oblast. Russian Telegram channels and other media initially circulated footage and claims about damage and ongoing responses. As of now,…
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Ukraine Strikes Power Plant in Moscow Oblast: Updates
Overview of the Claim News outlets and social media postings on the night of November 23 suggested that Ukrainian forces conducted an attack on the Shatura Thermal Power Plant in Moscow Oblast. Telegram channels and other online sources circulated purported videos and images claiming damage or disruptions at the facility. At this stage, independent verification…
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Israel Gaza Airstrikes Amid Truce Test: 24 Dead
Overview: Toll rises as airstrikes continue during fragile truce talks Israeli airstrikes in Gaza on Saturday killed at least 24 people and wounded dozens more, including children, according to health officials cited by the Associated Press. The strikes occurred as regional and international mediators pressed for a pause in hostilities and a path back to…
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Tense Calm in Israel’s North as Hezbollah Threat Looms
Overview of a delicate calm at the edge of conflict In the far north, a tense calm lingers as Israel prepares for potential military action against Hezbollah. Across towns and border outposts, residents, security officials, and volunteers monitor every development, balancing routine life with the shadow of a renewed confrontation. The mood is not one…
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Unchecked Brutality in Barah, North Kordofan: Testimonies Uncover Systematic Violence Against Women and Girls
Overview: A Pattern of Violence Eroding Safety In Barah, a town in North Kordofan, testimonies gathered by the Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa (SIHA) Network detail a disturbing pattern of human rights abuses against civilians. The reports indicate that women and girls bear a disproportionate burden of conflict-related violence, with sexual…
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What Escalating Conflict Means for Women and Girls
Understanding the unique toll on women and girls When conflicts intensify, the consequences are felt across entire communities, but women and girls often bear a disproportionate share of the burden. Legal, economic, and cultural discrimination that already limits their freedoms can be magnified in times of crisis. This means higher risks of violence, greater barriers…
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Ethiopia Catholic Bishops Call for Peace and Solidarity After Tragic Incidents
Solidarity in Mourning: The CBCE Responds to Tragedy The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Ethiopia (CBCE) has publicly expressed deep sorrow and unwavering solidarity with communities affected by the recent violence near Aster, in Midegdu, West Hararge, Oromia Region. In a statement issued to faithful and national leaders, the CBCE underscored that every life loss weighs…
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Israel Receives Body of Gaza Hostage via Red Cross
Israel confirms delivery of hostage remains through Red Cross Israel says it has received the body of another hostage held by Hamas in Gaza. The announcement came from the Prime Minister’s Office after a transfer facilitated by the International Committee of the Red Cross. The development marks a new moment in the ongoing and deeply…
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Israel Threatens to Escalate Attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon
Context: A fragile ceasefire under strain Israel has signaled it could intensify its military actions against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, warning that the group’s heightened activity along the border could push Israel to expand operations. The warning comes after reports from the Lebanese health ministry indicating that four people were killed in an Israeli airstrike,…