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A devastating attack on a village in Nigeria’s Zamfara state has left at least 50 people dead and many more abducted by armed men. According to reports, the assailants launched their assault around 5 pm on Tuesday and continued their rampage until 3 am on Wednesday. During the attack, the perpetrators set homes ablaze and opened fire on those trying to flee. Several women and children were also reportedly taken hostage.
Eyewitnesses claim that the attackers kidnapped women and children, leaving many families devastated. Local Assembly Member, who wished to remain anonymous, expressed concern that the death toll may rise further, while the exact number of abducted individuals remains unknown.
In other news, Iran and the US have differing views on the relaxation of sanctions. An Iranian official stated in a conversation with a British news agency that both parties must agree on a reasonable timeline for lifting sanctions.
A severe funding shortage has left millions of people in Afghanistan without access to basic necessities, with reports suggesting that approximately 17.4 million people are affected.
A stabbing attack in Birmingham, UK, has resulted in the death of an 18-year-old British-Pakistani man.
Documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case have revealed new details, which have been made public. The US has deployed at least 60 fighter jets to Jordan’s airbase, according to reports.
US Ambassador Mike Hakeem stated that Israel’s control over the entire Middle East is a possibility. Meteorologists predict that a significant snowstorm could hit Philadelphia, NYC, and Boston, potentially disrupting air travel.
A violent incident in India’s Uttar Pradesh state saw Muslim citizens attacked while traveling on the road. US President Donald Trump announced an increase in the global tariff from 10% to 15%.
Indian media reports suggest that Indian Airlines has failed to pay nearly 42 billion rupees in taxes. Russia’s plant is manufacturing ballistic missiles and short-range ballistic missiles.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been voted as the most unpopular leader by 61% of citizens in 58 countries, including the US and Europe. A journalist in the US questioned whether the destruction of Gaza aligns with Christian values, to which Senator Lindsey Graham responded that he does not agree.
In response to Trump’s deadline, Portugal’s airbases have reportedly positioned planes in preparation. The US already has a naval fleet, the Abraham Lincoln, in the Middle East.
Khawaja Khurram, a Pakistani politician, emphasized the importance of dialogue in resolving issues and expressed hope for peace. The world has reached a critical juncture, and it is time for Pakistan to make a decision.
In sports news, England has won the T20 World Cup 2026 qualifier match against Sri Lanka, setting a target of 147 runs for the latter to achieve.
Pakistani politician, Sherjeel Mehmood, expressed disappointment in the statements made by the two leaders, stating that they have not studied the constitution and laws of their respective countries. He believes that a thorough study of these documents would prevent such irresponsible statements.
The Iranian government and the US have differing views on easing sanctions, with Iran seeking a reasonable timeline for lifting restrictions.
