Five Lebanese soldiers tragically died in an explosion at a Hezbollah military facility near Majdal Zoun, Tyre district, while clearing munitions left over from the recent conflict with Israel. The facility was being dismantled by the Lebanese army under a November truce agreement.
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Sunil Gavaskar's 'lucky jacket,' worn during India's Gabba Test victory in 2021, resurfaced during the thrilling India vs England series finale. Gavaskar proudly displayed the jacket after India's dramatic six-run victory at The Oval, which levelled the series 2-2. He had hinted at wearing it, believing it would bring luck, and indeed, India secured a memorable win.
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