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French soldier killed in attack in Iraq, US military aircraft crashes

A French soldier was killed in an attack in Iraq, President Emmanuel Macron confirmed. The incident occurred in Iraqi Kurdistan, where soldiers from multiple countries including France and Italy are training Kurdish security forces as part of a US-led international anti-jihadist coalition. Separately, a US military aircraft crashed in Iraq, though details about casualties or the cause of the crash were not immediately available. The coalition has been operating in the region to combat jihadist groups and strengthen local security capabilities.

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Iran Threatens to Set Regional Oil and Gas Ablaze if Energy Infrastructure Attacked

Iran has warned it will ignite oil and gas facilities across the entire region if its energy infrastructure comes under attack. The threat comes amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, which are already driving oil prices higher. Iran's warning represents a significant escalation in regional rhetoric, as the country positions itself to respond to potential military strikes by targeting energy supplies that are crucial to the global economy.

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Netanyahu Claims Israel and US Are Crushing Iran and Hezbollah

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that joint strikes by the United States and Israel are crushing Iran and its Lebanese ally Hezbollah. Netanyahu claimed that Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is forced to remain in hiding and described him as a "puppet of the Revolutionary Guards" who cannot appear in public. The Israeli leader's statements suggest an escalation in the regional conflict involving Israel, Iran, and Iranian-backed groups across the Middle East.

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US airstrikes kill 11 pro-Iranian fighters in Iraq

Eleven pro-Iranian fighters died in airstrikes that hit bases of Iraq's Popular Mobilization Forces near the Syrian border and Baghdad. The United States is suspected of carrying out the attacks. The strikes are part of an ongoing cycle of violence in which pro-Iranian groups have repeatedly launched rocket and drone attacks on American bases in Iraq and Syria since the war in Gaza began, with the US responding through airstrikes and drone operations against these militia positions.

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China Adds Two New Destroyers to Fleet Targeting Taiwan

China has commissioned two new Type 055 destroyers, increasing the total number of these advanced warships from eight to ten. The vessels are being deployed to strengthen China's naval presence around Taiwan, significantly bolstering Beijing's military capabilities in the region. The Type 055 destroyers are considered crucial assets for both air defense operations and long-range strike missions, representing some of China's most advanced naval technology. The deployment comes amid ongoing tensions between China and Taiwan, with Beijing maintaining its claim over the self-governing island and regularly conducting military exercises in surrounding waters.

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Sicilian Prosecutor Reveals How Pentiti Testimonies Led to Discovery of Dead Mafia Boss

A Sicilian prosecutor who successfully imprisoned the last known godfather revealed that investigators spent years searching for a mafia boss, only to discover through pentiti testimonies that the target had been dead for an extended period. The prosecutor, speaking to Slovak daily SME, explained how crucial the confessions of former mafia members were in solving the case. Without these testimonies from pentiti - former mafia members who cooperate with authorities - investigators would never have realized they had been pursuing someone who was no longer alive. The case highlights the critical role that insider information plays in dismantling organized crime networks, particularly in Sicily where mafia organizations have historically maintained strict codes of silence.

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Iranian Agency Denies Reports of Death of Former Supreme Leader Khamenei's Widow

Iranian media have retracted earlier reports claiming the death of the widow of a former supreme leader named Khamenei. Iranian news agencies now state that the woman survived what was described as an attack. The initial reports of her death appear to have been premature, according to Iranian media sources who have since corrected their coverage of the incident.

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Police Respond to Active Shooter Report at Synagogue Near Detroit

Police are responding to reports of an active shooter at a synagogue in a Detroit suburb, with authorities also reporting smoke rising from the building's roof. Multiple police units have surrounded the area as the situation remains unclear. The incident is taking place at a Jewish house of worship in the metropolitan Detroit area, though specific details about casualties or the nature of the threat have not been confirmed.

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Armed Man Crashes Vehicle Into Michigan Synagogue, Shot Dead by Police

An armed man driving a vehicle crashed into a synagogue in the US state of Michigan while carrying a rifle. Police shot and killed the attacker at the scene. No other casualties have been reported from the incident. The attack occurred amid ongoing concerns about antisemitic violence targeting Jewish religious institutions in the United States, where synagogues have faced increased security threats in recent years.

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Former Rapper's Party Wins Majority in Nepalese Elections

A political party led by a former rapper secured a majority of seats in Nepal's recent parliamentary elections held on March 5. The victory gives the party control over the legislature in the Himalayan nation, though specific details about the party's platform or the former rapper's political background were not immediately available.

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German President Backs Social Media Ban for Children Under 14, Warns of Threat to Democracy

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has endorsed a ban on social media platforms for children under 14 years of age. The German head of state warned that unrestricted social media access poses risks to democratic institutions and social cohesion. Steinmeier's position adds high-level political support to growing concerns across Europe about the impact of social media platforms on young people's development and broader societal stability.

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Iranian Regime Remains Stable Despite US and Israeli Attacks, Intelligence Services Report

American intelligence services report that Iran's government remains stable following recent attacks by the United States and Israel. The regime faces no immediate threat of collapse and maintains firm control over its population, according to the intelligence assessment. The evaluation suggests that despite external military pressure, Iran's ruling system has demonstrated resilience and continues to effectively govern the country.

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Belgium investigates video of explosion at synagogue in Liège

Belgian authorities are examining video footage that has circulated on social media showing a masked man walking on a sidewalk opposite the entrance to a synagogue building shortly before an explosion occurred. The incident took place at a synagogue in Liège, Belgium's third-largest city located in the French-speaking Wallonia region. The video evidence could provide crucial information about the circumstances surrounding the explosion and any potential perpetrators involved in the incident.

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US Trade Deficit Falls More Than Expected

The United States trade deficit declined by 25.3 percent compared to December, falling more sharply than economists had anticipated. The improvement in the country's trade balance represents a significant monthly reduction in the gap between imports and exports.

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Iran Uses Naval Mines to Threaten Oil Exports Through Persian Gulf

Iran has deployed thousands of naval mines as part of a military strategy to potentially blockade the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil exports. The mines pose a significant challenge for detection and removal, giving Iran leverage to disrupt petroleum shipments from the Persian Gulf. The strait serves as a vital maritime route through which a substantial portion of the world's oil supply passes, making any threat to its navigation a concern for global energy markets and international shipping.

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Iran's New Supreme Leader Calls for Closure of All US Military Bases in Region

Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has called for the closure of all American military bases in the Middle East region and threatened to use the Strait of Hormuz as a pressure tool against the United States and Israel. The statement represents one of the first major policy declarations from Khamenei since assuming the role of Supreme Leader, Iran's highest political and religious authority who holds ultimate power over the country's foreign and domestic policies. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical waterway through which approximately one-fifth of global oil supplies pass, making any Iranian threat to disrupt shipping there a significant concern for international energy markets and regional stability.

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Albanian Parliament Refuses to Strip Immunity from Former Deputy PM Accused of Corruption

Albania's parliament voted to reject a request to lift the parliamentary immunity of former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku, effectively preventing her arrest in connection with a corruption investigation. The decision shields Balluku from detention while prosecutors pursue charges against her. As a sitting member of parliament, Balluku enjoys immunity from prosecution under Albanian law, which can only be lifted by a parliamentary vote. The corruption case represents part of ongoing efforts to address graft in Albanian politics, though the parliamentary protection highlights the challenges prosecutors face when pursuing cases against high-ranking officials who retain legislative positions.

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War with Iran would worsen Trump's inflation problem

A potential military conflict with Iran could exacerbate inflation concerns for Donald Trump's presidency, as most voters already believe he is not effectively addressing high prices. The warning comes as Trump prepares to take office amid ongoing economic challenges, with public opinion surveys indicating widespread skepticism about his ability to tackle rising costs that have affected American households.

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Israeli Settlers Burn Mosque in West Bank, Spray Racist Graffiti on Walls

Israeli settlers set fire to a mosque in the occupied West Bank and sprayed racist slogans on its walls. Israeli police condemned the incident and launched an investigation to identify the perpetrators. The attack represents the latest in a series of incidents involving Israeli settlers in the West Bank, territory that Israel has occupied since the 1967 Six-Day War and where approximately 500,000 Israeli settlers live in communities considered illegal under international law. Such attacks on Palestinian religious sites have been a recurring source of tension in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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