Moscow has struck a deal with Kyiv and the Red Cross to evacuate residents from the embattled Kursk region, parts of which have been seized by Ukraine, Russia's rights commissioner said Monday. Some of those residents have now crossed into Ukraine's neighbouring Sumy region and are awaiting evacuation via Belarus, Russian rights commissioner Tatyana Moskalkova said.
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Turkish police have detained Istanbul's mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a key opposition figure, amid allegations of corruption and terror connections. This follows significant electoral setbacks for the ruling party. Imamoglu, contesting multiple legal challenges, remains defiant. His arrest raises concerns over political motivations and the future of upcoming elections.
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Alexander Lukashenko extended his 31-year rule in Belarus after election officials declared him winner with 86.8% of the vote. The EU, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand condemned the elections as a sham and imposed sanctions on Lukashenko's government. Putin and China's Xi Jinping congratulated him on his victory.
People were hacked to death with machetes. "She told me not to come,"at the hospital, shortly after his brother died in the intensive care unit after being shot and hacked.
Global leaders greeted Donald Trump’s return to the US presidency with both praise and anticipation for future cooperation. From Simon Harris of Ireland celebrating the peaceful democratic transition, to Narendra Modi valuing their close ties, and Vladimir Putin discussing lasting peace. Leaders from Israel, Italy, Germany, and Brazil also expressed optimism and strong partnership ahead.
The Afghan embassy in Islamabad has warned that Pakistan plans to expel all Afghan refugees, citing ongoing arrests and forced relocations in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. The embassy criticized the lack of formal communication from Pakistani authorities. Pakistan hosts approximately 1.45 million registered Afghan refugees, alongside many undocumented individuals. The situation raises concerns over the treatment and future of Afghan refugees in the country.
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry faced backlash for posting a celebratory dinner photo following a terror attack on Bourbon Street that left 15 dead. "Safety is our top priority and we want our guests and the world to know that Louisiana does not cower to radical Islamic terrorists. Our restaurants and all New Orleans has to offer remain open for business," Guv Jeff Landry said.
A fire at an Islamic school in northwestern Nigeria killed at least 17 children and injured 17 others. About 100 children were at the school when the fire broke out in the Kaura Namoda district of Zamfara state. Preliminary findings suggest the fire may have been caused by a stockpile of sticks used for oral hygiene. President Bola Tinubu expressed condolences and urged schools to prioritize safety. The government had previously failed to enforce safety measures despite a 2014 initiative.