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Protests Erupt in Bangladesh Following Death of Youth Leader Sharif Osman Hadi
Prominent activist and leader of the July Uprising, Sharif Osman Hadi, died in a Singapore hospital after being shot and fighting for his life for several days. His death triggered widespread protests in Dhaka, including attacks on newspaper offices such as The Daily Star and Prothom Alo. His body was repatriated to Bangladesh amid national mourning and calls for justice.
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U.S. Advances Largest Arms Sale to Taiwan on Record
The Trump administration is proceeding with what could be the largest U.S. weapons sale to Taiwan ever, prompting strong condemnation from China, which views it as interference in its internal affairs. The sale requires congressional approval but enjoys bipartisan support in Washington.
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Heavy Rainstorm Causes Flooding and Flight Disruptions in UAE
The United Arab Emirates experienced its heaviest rainstorm in months, leading to flooded roads in major cities and the cancellation or delay of dozens of flights at airports. This rare extreme weather event disrupted daily life in the typically arid desert nation.
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Deadly Fire in Jakarta Kills 22 People
A fire broke out in a seven-story building in Jakarta, Indonesia, resulting in 22 deaths while 19 individuals were rescued. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about fire safety in densely populated urban areas.
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EU Leaders Approve €90 Billion Loan for Ukraine
European Union leaders agreed to provide a €90 billion ($105 billion) loan to Ukraine over the next two years to support the country amid ongoing conflict, with repayment conditioned on future Russian reparations.
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Deadly Fire in China Claims 12 Lives
A fire in a four-story building in Shantou, Guangdong province, killed 12 people and injured four others, underscoring persistent fire safety challenges in residential and commercial structures.
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Russian Missile Strike on Dnipro, Ukraine
A Russian Iskander missile attack struck Dnipro, killing four people and injuring at least 40 others, as the conflict in Ukraine continues with ongoing strikes on civilian areas.
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Trump Administration Expands Sanctions on ICC
The U.S. expanded sanctions against the International Criminal Court, accusing it of anti-Israel bias, reflecting ongoing tensions between the administration and international judicial bodies.
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Car Rams into Pedestrians in Guadeloupe, France
A vehicle struck pedestrians during preparations for Christmas festivities in Sainte-Anne, Guadeloupe, injuring 19 people, including seven children, in what authorities are investigating as a possible deliberate act.
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Netflix Acquires Warner Bros. Discovery in $72 Billion Deal
Netflix agreed to purchase Warner Bros. Discovery for $72 billion, marking one of the largest mergers in entertainment history and potentially reshaping the streaming and media landscape.