A horrific school shooting took place in Thailand when an 18-year-old gunman opened fire inside a school, killing the principal and injuring a student. According to reports, the incident occurred in the city of Hatyai, where the suspect began shooting, targeting the female principal and a student. The principal succumbed to her injuries while receiving treatment at the hospital, while the student’s condition is stable.
In a separate incident, a gunman opened fire in a market in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, killing six people. The police have reportedly arrested the suspect. Locals are speculating about the motives behind the school shooting, suggesting that the suspect may have had a personal vendetta against a teacher.
The police have stated that the principal was allegedly involved in an illicit affair, which may have been the motive behind the attack. However, this information has not been confirmed.
In other news, Bangladesh’s Prime Minister-elect, Tarique Rahman, has expressed his commitment to working for the country’s benefit, despite differences in opinion. The Islamic Party of Bangladesh has also accepted the results of the general elections.
In India, new data reveals that over 13,000 women and 4,000 minor girls have gone missing in New Delhi between 2017 and 2023. The Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia saw over 15 million pilgrims participate in the final Friday of the month of Shaaban.
Bangladesh’s interim leader, Dr. Yunus, has congratulated Tarique Rahman on his victory in the elections. Iran’s Supreme Leader’s senior advisor, Ali Shamkhani, has stated that Iran’s missile program is a red line, and no negotiations can be held on this matter.
The Hamas movement has expressed its position, calling for the world to play a neutral role and establish a ceasefire. The United States military is reportedly preparing for a long-term operation against Iran.
In the United States, Nikhil Gupta has pleaded guilty to a crime in a federal court in New York. In Bangladesh, women in the village of Roypasha in the Chandpur district have exercised their right to vote for the first time in 56 years.
Kenya has reopened its border with Somalia after closing it in 2011 due to terrorist attacks. The government has stated that it prioritizes human rights and the rule of law, ensuring that every prisoner receives adequate facilities.
In cricket news, the Islamabad United franchise has terminated its contract with West Indian cricketer Shamarh Joseph. Pakistani cricketer Wasim Akram has expressed his support for PTI founder Imran Khan, wishing him well. Pakistani cricket captain has said that the match against India is just a game and that Pakistan will strive to perform its best.
Indian filmmaker Priyadarshan has spoken out against the imprisonment of Rajpal Yadav, highlighting the actor’s mistake.
