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A devastating bus crash in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh has claimed the lives of at least 12 people, while almost 20 passengers were injured. According to Indian media, the accident occurred at around 6 am when a bus carrying Hindu pilgrims from Nellore to Narasaraopet collided with a dumper truck. The bus caught fire immediately after the crash, resulting in the deaths of several passengers who were burned alive. Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Nag Raju told the media that multiple injured passengers were rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Andhra Pradesh authorities have expressed concern that the death toll may rise further. In a separate development, Israeli media reports that Iran is spending millions of dollars to counter Iranian drones. A British newspaper has stated that if Joe Biden leads negotiations to end the Iran war, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s death will strengthen the Iranian regime’s grip on power. US President Donald Trump’s popularity has witnessed a significant decline, prompting a new poll by an American news channel to assess his performance.
The ongoing conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran has put pressure on the global oil market, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining closed. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi met with citizens in Tehran on Friday, addressing their concerns and seeking their well-being. A 3-year-old mystery surrounding the death of a police officer has been solved, with his daughter allegedly poisoning him. A viral video shows a student beating a professor with her shoe while other students join in the violence. Abbas Araghchi said Iran is facing an undeclared war imposed by the US and Israel.
The Israeli military has confirmed that one of its soldiers was killed and four others were injured in a Hezbollah anti-tank missile attack in southern Lebanon. An Afghan asylum seeker has been convicted of kidnapping and raping a 12-year-old girl. The US administration is reportedly considering various options to increase the intensity of the war against Iran, particularly if diplomatic efforts fail. Germany has clarified that it is not seeking a direct agreement with Iran on the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps has stated that the Strait of Hormuz is closed to enemies, and any ships passing through it will be seized.
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s former cricket captain and commentator Shoaib Malik has shared an interesting anecdote about Pakistan spinner Usman Qadir’s first match. Iranian Embassy officials have identified fake social media accounts spreading false information on their official accounts. An Afghan asylum seeker has been convicted of kidnapping and raping a 12-year-old girl. The Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to issue a show-cause notice to national cricketer Nasim Shah for violating the central contract.
