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Jun
16
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2021 Israel–Palestine crisis The Israel Defense Forces carry out airstrikes on Khan Yunis and Gaza City in the Gaza Strip in the early morning, in response to i

2021 Israel–Palestine crisis The Israel Defense Forces carry out airstrikes on Khan Yunis and Gaza City in the Gaza Strip in the early morning, in response to incendiary balloons being flown from Gaza, putting the ceasefire in jeopardy. This comes after the Dance of Flags march was held in East Jerusalem. (Middle East Eye) (Times of Israel) Mediators renew their push for another ceasefire between Israel and Hamas following the airstrikes. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 16, 2021
Jun
16
War / Conflict / Security

The Israel Defense Forces carry out airstrikes on Khan Yunis and Gaza City in the Gaza Strip in the early morning, in response to incendiary balloons being flow

The Israel Defense Forces carry out airstrikes on Khan Yunis and Gaza City in the Gaza Strip in the early morning, in response to incendiary balloons being flown from Gaza, putting the ceasefire in jeopardy. This comes after the Dance of Flags march was held in East Jerusalem. (Middle East Eye) (Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 16, 2021
Jun
17
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Tigray War The African Union (AU) launches an official commission to investigate allegations of human rights abuses committed in Ethiopia's Tigray Region.

Tigray War The African Union (AU) launches an official commission to investigate allegations of human rights abuses committed in Ethiopia's Tigray Region. The Ethiopian Foreign Ministry rejects the commission as "misguided" and without legal basis, saying that a joint probe by the AU and Ethiopia should be used instead. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 17, 2021
Jun
17
War / Conflict / Security

2021 Israel–Palestine crisis Further airstrikes by the IDF are conducted at sites north of Beit Lahia and in Gaza City belonging to armed militia groups, as wel

2021 Israel–Palestine crisis Further airstrikes by the IDF are conducted at sites north of Beit Lahia and in Gaza City belonging to armed militia groups, as well as a civil administration building in Jabalia and an agriculture field near Khan Yunis. Hamas media outlet Al-Aqsa TV says Hamas downed an Israeli drone. No casualties are reported. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 17, 2021
Jun
17
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Further airstrikes by the IDF are conducted at sites north of Beit Lahia and in Gaza City belonging to armed militia groups, as well as a civil administration b

Further airstrikes by the IDF are conducted at sites north of Beit Lahia and in Gaza City belonging to armed militia groups, as well as a civil administration building in Jabalia and an agriculture field near Khan Yunis. Hamas media outlet Al-Aqsa TV says Hamas downed an Israeli drone. No casualties are reported. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 17, 2021
Jun
19
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Saudi air defenses destroy six armed drones late in the evening, bringing the total of armed drones destroyed during the day to 17.

Saudi air defenses destroy six armed drones late in the evening, bringing the total of armed drones destroyed during the day to 17. A Houthi spokesman says that one drone was launched at Khamis Mushait while the Saudi air defenses say that two other drones toward Khamis Mushait were intercepted and that eight other drones were also launched toward the south of the kingdom. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 19, 2021
Jun
19
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Saudi Arabian-led intervention in Yemen Saudi air defenses destroy six armed drones late in the evening, bringing the total of armed drones destroyed during the

Saudi Arabian-led intervention in Yemen Saudi air defenses destroy six armed drones late in the evening, bringing the total of armed drones destroyed during the day to 17. A Houthi spokesman says that one drone was launched at Khamis Mushait while the Saudi air defenses say that two other drones toward Khamis Mushait were intercepted and that eight other drones were also launched toward the south of the kingdom. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 19, 2021
Jun
19
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2021 Myanmar protests Protesters against the military junta carry out a national day of "flower protest" to celebrate the 76th birthday of deposed leader Aung S

2021 Myanmar protests Protesters against the military junta carry out a national day of "flower protest" to celebrate the 76th birthday of deposed leader Aung San Suu Kyi and condemn her arrest. The flower symbol was allegedly chosen because Suu Kyi is often seen with a flower on her head. Protests supporting the military junta led by Min Aung Hlaing also occur across the country. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 19, 2021
Jun
19
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Protesters against the military junta carry out a national day of "flower protest" to celebrate the 76th birthday of deposed leader Aung San Suu Kyi and condemn

Protesters against the military junta carry out a national day of "flower protest" to celebrate the 76th birthday of deposed leader Aung San Suu Kyi and condemn her arrest. The flower symbol was allegedly chosen because Suu Kyi is often seen with a flower on her head. Protests supporting the military junta led by Min Aung Hlaing also occur across the country. (DW)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 19, 2021
Jun
22
War / Conflict / Security

The United Kingdom begins testing its new emergency alert system with some mobile phone users receiving a siren-like sound informing them of the alert test.

The United Kingdom begins testing its new emergency alert system with some mobile phone users receiving a siren-like sound informing them of the alert test. When the alert service goes live, it will issue warnings to the public about terrorist incidents, flooding and public health emergencies. (Wales Online)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 22, 2021
Jun
22
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Internal conflict in Myanmar 2021 Myanmar protests Tatmadaw forces backed by armoured vehicles and artillery enter the country's second-largest city Mandalay an

Internal conflict in Myanmar 2021 Myanmar protests Tatmadaw forces backed by armoured vehicles and artillery enter the country's second-largest city Mandalay and clash with the newly formed People's Defence Force rebel group which seized parts of the city. Clashes are ongoing. (MSN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 22, 2021
Jun
23
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Insurgency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Three people are killed and 13 others injured during an explosion near the residence of Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, the founder of th

Insurgency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Three people are killed and 13 others injured during an explosion near the residence of Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, the founder of the Islamist terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba, in Lahore, Pakistan. Saeed's residence is suspected to be the attack's target. Saeed is serving is serving an 11-year prison sentence. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 23, 2021
Jun
23
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Russia–United Kingdom relations Russia's Defence Ministry says that a Russian Navy patrol ship fired shots and a Su-24 attack aircraft dropped bombs in the path

Russia–United Kingdom relations Russia's Defence Ministry says that a Russian Navy patrol ship fired shots and a Su-24 attack aircraft dropped bombs in the pathway of the British Royal Navy destroyer HMS Defender after it reportedly entered Russian-claimed territorial waters near Crimea in the Black Sea. The UK MOD said that this was part of a Russian military exercise in the vicinity and rejected Russia's account of the incident denying that any shots or bombs had been directed at the British ship. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 23, 2021
Jun
23
War / Conflict / Security

Russia's Defence Ministry says that a Russian Navy patrol ship fired shots and a Su-24 attack aircraft dropped bombs in the pathway of the British Royal Navy de

Russia's Defence Ministry says that a Russian Navy patrol ship fired shots and a Su-24 attack aircraft dropped bombs in the pathway of the British Royal Navy destroyer HMS Defender after it reportedly entered Russian-claimed territorial waters near Crimea in the Black Sea. The UK MOD said that this was part of a Russian military exercise in the vicinity and rejected Russia's account of the incident denying that any shots or bombs had been directed at the British ship. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 23, 2021
Jun
23
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Three people are killed and 13 others injured during an explosion near the residence of Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, the founder of the Islamist terrorist group Lashka

Three people are killed and 13 others injured during an explosion near the residence of Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, the founder of the Islamist terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba, in Lahore, Pakistan. Saeed's residence is suspected to be the attack's target. Saeed is serving is serving an 11-year prison sentence. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 23, 2021
Jun
27
War / Conflict / Security

Somali Civil War; Capital punishment in Somalia Twenty-one men are executed by a firing squad in Galkayo, in the semi-autonomous state of Puntland, Somalia, aft

Somali Civil War; Capital punishment in Somalia Twenty-one men are executed by a firing squad in Galkayo, in the semi-autonomous state of Puntland, Somalia, after they were convicted of being members of the jihadist group al-Shabaab. It is the largest number of executions of members of the group in Puntland. While the executions were being carried out, al-Shabaab gunmen attacked the town of Wisil, Mudug, killing 20 soldiers. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 27, 2021
Jun
27
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Twenty-one men are executed by a firing squad in Galkayo, in the semi-autonomous state of Puntland, Somalia, after they were convicted of being members of the j

Twenty-one men are executed by a firing squad in Galkayo, in the semi-autonomous state of Puntland, Somalia, after they were convicted of being members of the jihadist group al-Shabaab. It is the largest number of executions of members of the group in Puntland. While the executions were being carried out, al-Shabaab gunmen attacked the town of Wisil, Mudug, killing 20 soldiers. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 27, 2021
Jun
28
War / Conflict / Security

A suicide bomber blows himself up at a busy intersection in Beni, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

A suicide bomber blows himself up at a busy intersection in Beni, Democratic Republic of the Congo. No additional casualties are reported. This is the first suicide bombing in the country and comes a day after a bombing occurred at a Catholic church, seriously injuring two people. Authorities ban public gatherings for two days in response to the attacks, warning about the possibility of further incidents. The Islamic State's Central Africa Province claimed responsibility for both bombings. (AP)(USNews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 28, 2021
Jun
28
War / Conflict / Security

Allied Democratic Forces insurgency; 2021 Democratic Republic of the Congo attacks A suicide bomber blows himself up at a busy intersection in Beni, Democratic

Allied Democratic Forces insurgency; 2021 Democratic Republic of the Congo attacks A suicide bomber blows himself up at a busy intersection in Beni, Democratic Republic of the Congo. No additional casualties are reported. This is the first suicide bombing in the country and comes a day after a bombing occurred at a Catholic church, seriously injuring two people. Authorities ban public gatherings for two days in response to the attacks, warning about the possibility of further incidents. The Islamic State's Central Africa Province claimed responsibility for both bombings. (AP)(USNews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 28, 2021
Jun
29
War / Conflict / Security

After seizing the regional capital, Tigray People's Liberation Front spokesman Getachew Reda states that Tigrayan forces would invade the neighbouring Amhara Re

After seizing the regional capital, Tigray People's Liberation Front spokesman Getachew Reda states that Tigrayan forces would invade the neighbouring Amhara Region and Eritrea to "destroy the enemy", claiming that the enemy, "whether from the Eritrean side or Amhara side or Addis Ababa, doesn't have the capability to threaten the security of our people anymore". (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 29, 2021
Jun
29
War / Conflict / Security

The Tigray People's Liberation Front and Tigray Defense Forces pledge to "drive enemies out" of the regional capital Mekelle after a unilateral ceasefire was de

The Tigray People's Liberation Front and Tigray Defense Forces pledge to "drive enemies out" of the regional capital Mekelle after a unilateral ceasefire was declared by Ethiopia on Monday. Tigrayan forces say that the city of Mekelle is completely under the control of their forces. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 29, 2021
Jun
30
War / Conflict / Security

The head of the World Food Programme, David Beasley, warns of a "biblical" famine due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and says that the disaster already

The head of the World Food Programme, David Beasley, warns of a "biblical" famine due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and says that the disaster already exists in Ethiopia, Madagascar, South Sudan and Yemen, while also warning that conditions are of "particular concern" in Nigeria and Burkina Faso. (Deccan Herald)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jun 30, 2021
Jul
01
War / Conflict / Security

Authorities reveal that the attackers who attempted to assassinate Ugandan general Katumba Wamala in Kampala were Islamic extremists who were trained in a jihad

Authorities reveal that the attackers who attempted to assassinate Ugandan general Katumba Wamala in Kampala were Islamic extremists who were trained in a jihadist camp in North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo, and had links with the Allied Democratic Forces and the Islamic State. Wamala was injured during the attack but survived, while his daughter and his driver were killed. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 1, 2021
Jul
03
War / Conflict / Security

Iran–Israel proxy conflict An Israeli cargo vessel travelling towards the United Arab Emirates in the northern Indian Ocean is struck by an "unknown weapon" and

Iran–Israel proxy conflict An Israeli cargo vessel travelling towards the United Arab Emirates in the northern Indian Ocean is struck by an "unknown weapon" and damaged. No one has claimed responsibility for the attack, but Iran is blamed. (Jerusalem Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 3, 2021
Jul
04
War / Conflict / Security

Taliban spokesperson Suhail Shaheen warns that all foreign troops must leave Afghanistan before a NATO deadline on September 11 amid reports that the U.S.

Taliban spokesperson Suhail Shaheen warns that all foreign troops must leave Afghanistan before a NATO deadline on September 11 amid reports that the U.S. military plans to keep 1,000 troops in Kabul in order to protect both its embassy and the Hamid Karzai International Airport. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021
Jul
04
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Withdrawal of United States troops from Afghanistan Taliban spokesperson Suhail Shaheen warns that all foreign troops must leave Afghanistan before a NATO deadl

Withdrawal of United States troops from Afghanistan Taliban spokesperson Suhail Shaheen warns that all foreign troops must leave Afghanistan before a NATO deadline on September 11 amid reports that the U.S. military plans to keep 1,000 troops in Kabul in order to protect both its embassy and the Hamid Karzai International Airport. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 4, 2021
Jul
07
War / Conflict / Security

COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji Fiji reports a record for the second consecutive day of 791 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the national

COVID-19 pandemic in Fiji Fiji reports a record for the second consecutive day of 791 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, thereby bringing the national total of cases to 7,940. The Ministry of Health and Medical Services also reports three deaths from COVID-19, all in Suva. (RNZ) The Fiji police warns citizens that those caught not wearing a face mask when outdoors or in lockdown or containment areas will be arrested under possible penalties of five years' imprisonment, a fine of up to FJ$10,000 or both, as the country faces a wave of COVID-19 cases. (FBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 7, 2021
Jul
07
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The Fiji police warns citizens that those caught not wearing a face mask when outdoors or in lockdown or containment areas will be arrested under possible penal

The Fiji police warns citizens that those caught not wearing a face mask when outdoors or in lockdown or containment areas will be arrested under possible penalties of five years' imprisonment, a fine of up to FJ$10,000 or both, as the country faces a wave of COVID-19 cases. (FBC)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 7, 2021
Jul
08
War / Conflict / Security

Belarusian attacks on journalists and censorship Belarusian authorities block the website of Nasha Niva and detains two of the newspaper's journalists.

Belarusian attacks on journalists and censorship Belarusian authorities block the website of Nasha Niva and detains two of the newspaper's journalists. The journalists' apartments are also searched by authorities. A spokesman for the website said that it is the latest crackdown on democracy activists and independent journalism in the country, conducted in the "worst way of the Soviet era". (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 8, 2021
Jul
12
War / Conflict / Security

Tigray War The Tigray Defense Forces say they have captured the town of Korem and are advancing on Alamata in southern Tigray.

Tigray War The Tigray Defense Forces say they have captured the town of Korem and are advancing on Alamata in southern Tigray. (Reuters) U.S. Department of State spokesperson Ned Price condemns retaliatory attacks on civilians "whether by organized military or security forces or by rogue elements". Previously, Secretary of State Antony Blinken had warned of ongoing crimes against humanity, war crimes and genocide. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 12, 2021
Jul
13
War / Conflict / Security

2021 Taliban offensive The Taliban say that they do not want to take their "fight in the mountains and deserts to infighting in cities" but warn against failed

2021 Taliban offensive The Taliban say that they do not want to take their "fight in the mountains and deserts to infighting in cities" but warn against failed attempts at negotiations as the group advances in the country. The Taliban also condemns Turkey for sending protection to Kabul's Hamid Karzai International Airport as part of a "violation of sovereignty" which they labeled as "reprehensible". (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 13, 2021
Jul
13
War / Conflict / Security

Taliban insurgency 2021 Taliban offensive The Taliban say that they do not want to take their "fight in the mountains and deserts to infighting in cities" but w

Taliban insurgency 2021 Taliban offensive The Taliban say that they do not want to take their "fight in the mountains and deserts to infighting in cities" but warn against failed attempts at negotiations as the group advances in the country. The Taliban also condemns Turkey for sending protection to Kabul's Hamid Karzai International Airport as part of a "violation of sovereignty" which they labeled as "reprehensible". (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 13, 2021
Jul
13
War / Conflict / Security

The Taliban say that they do not want to take their "fight in the mountains and deserts to infighting in cities" but warn against failed attempts at negotiation

The Taliban say that they do not want to take their "fight in the mountains and deserts to infighting in cities" but warn against failed attempts at negotiations as the group advances in the country. The Taliban also condemns Turkey for sending protection to Kabul's Hamid Karzai International Airport as part of a "violation of sovereignty" which they labeled as "reprehensible". (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 13, 2021
Jul
13
War / Conflict / Security

War in Afghanistan Taliban insurgency 2021 Taliban offensive The Taliban say that they do not want to take their "fight in the mountains and deserts to infighti

War in Afghanistan Taliban insurgency 2021 Taliban offensive The Taliban say that they do not want to take their "fight in the mountains and deserts to infighting in cities" but warn against failed attempts at negotiations as the group advances in the country. The Taliban also condemns Turkey for sending protection to Kabul's Hamid Karzai International Airport as part of a "violation of sovereignty" which they labeled as "reprehensible". (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 13, 2021
Jul
14
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A bus explodes and crashes in Kohistan, Khyber Paktunkhwa, Pakistan, killing 12 people, nine of whom were Chinese nationals; the bus was carrying a group of ove

A bus explodes and crashes in Kohistan, Khyber Paktunkhwa, Pakistan, killing 12 people, nine of whom were Chinese nationals; the bus was carrying a group of over 30 Chinese workers. Pakistan says that it was an accident, whereas China alleges that it was an attack. (Al Jazeera)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 14, 2021
Jul
14
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Withdrawal of United States troops from Afghanistan The Biden administration announces that it will launch Operation Allies Refuge, an operation that will evacu

Withdrawal of United States troops from Afghanistan The Biden administration announces that it will launch Operation Allies Refuge, an operation that will evacuate Afghan interpreters who aided American troops during the war. The operation will begin by the end of July. (USA Today)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 14, 2021
Jul
16
War / Conflict / Security

Human rights organizations file criminal complaints against 25 Salvadoran soldiers for the killings of four Dutch journalists during the country's civil war in

Human rights organizations file criminal complaints against 25 Salvadoran soldiers for the killings of four Dutch journalists during the country's civil war in 1982. The journalists worked for the Dutch broadcaster Interkerkelijke Omroep Nederland. (SwissInfo)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 16, 2021
Jul
16
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The Eiffel Tower reopens to tourists after a nearly nine-month closure due to the second wave of the pandemic and renovations, which is the longest closure sinc

The Eiffel Tower reopens to tourists after a nearly nine-month closure due to the second wave of the pandemic and renovations, which is the longest closure since World War II. However, all visitors over 18 years of age will need to show a Health Pass proving that they have been fully vaccinated, tested negative, or recovered from COVID-19 beginning July 21. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Jul 16, 2021
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