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Tehran Reasserts Control Over Strategic Strait, Rejects New Alternative Shipping Corridors

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  Read more TEHRAN  — Iran has issued a stark warning to international maritime authorities, demanding that all commercial shipping vessels strictly adhere to Tehran-approved transit lanes inside the Strait of Hormuz. The directive comes amid escalating friction over newly proposed alternative shipping routes designed to bypass Iranian-controlled waters. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) labeled recent attempts to alter established shipping channels as "illegal and unacceptable." Tehran's warnings materialized into direct enforcement actions when IRGC Navy forces intercepted three foreign oil tankers attempting to navigate an unauthorized southern maritime corridor, forcing them to turn back. The Dispute Over New Transit Lanes The current friction stems from a coordinated effort by Oman and the United Nations International Maritime Organization (IMO) to establish a temporary, alternative transit route. Designed to ru...
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Twin Earthquakes Devastate Caracas: Casualties Rise Amid Search and Rescue Efforts

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  CARACAS, Venezuela  — Emergency personnel and civilian volunteers across north-central Venezuela are engaged in an urgent, round-the-clock rescue operation following the catastrophic back-to-back earthquakes that struck the region on Wednesday evening, June 24, 2026. The consecutive seismic events have caused widespread structural failure in high-density urban areas, leaving thousands injured and critical public services severely disrupted. Escalating Casualties and Regional Damage According to official updates from Venezuelan health and disaster management authorities, the impact of the dual tremors has strained local emergency infrastructure to its limits. Confirmed Fatalities:  The official death toll has risen to  235 people , with the majority of casualties concentrated within the Capital District of Caracas and neighboring coastal communities. Injuries and Displacements:  More than  4,300 individuals  have been treated for injuries. Local hospi...
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Death Toll Climbs to 164 Following Massive Twin Earthquakes in Northern Venezuela

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Read more CARACAS   — The confirmed death toll from yesterday’s catastrophic twin earthquakes in northern Venezuela has risen to at least 164, officials confirmed Thursday, as international rescue teams begin arriving to assist overwhelmed local emergency services. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez announced the updated casualty figures, which include at least 971 documented injuries. Civil defense authorities have explicitly warned that the fatality count is expected to rise sharply as heavy machinery and search-and-rescue K9 units clear structural debris in densely populated urban zones. A Uniquely Violent Seismic Event The disaster was triggered by a rare seismic "doublet"—two major earthquakes striking back-to-back in less than a minute. According to data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), a magnitude 7.2 foreshock was followed just 39 seconds later by a more destructive magnitude 7.5 mainshock. The epicenters were located near the coastal town of Morón, approximately...
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Devastating "Seismic Doublet" Strikes Caracas and Central Venezuela

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Read more   CARACAS, Venezuela  — A rare and catastrophic sequence of back-to-back earthquakes struck north-central Venezuela, causing widespread structural failure, disrupting major infrastructure, and leaving dozens dead. Seismologists have classified the event as a "seismic doublet"—two major tectonic ruptures occurring in rapid succession. According to data from the United States Geological Survey (USGS), a magnitude 7.2 earthquake first ruptured at 6:04 PM local time along the northern coast. Just 39 seconds later, while the ground was still shaking, an even more powerful magnitude 7.5 mainshock struck the same fault line at a shallow depth of approximately 10 to 13 kilometers. The epicenter was located near the Yaracuy and Morón regions, but the shallow depth sent violent shockwaves directly through the densely populated capital of Caracas, multiplying the structural impact. Structural Collapse and Casualties in the Capital The dual shocks caused severe structural damag...
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POLICE REMAND ISRAEL SAFO, TWO ASSOCIATES FOLLOWING WEAPONS CACHE DISCOVERY IN KWABENYA

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ACCRA —  The Accra Central District Court has remanded Israel Kwadwo Safo, also known as Akofena, along with two of his associates, into police custody following their arrest over a violent shooting incident in Kwabenya. The suspects have been charged with multiple offenses, including conspiracy to commit a crime, unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition, and possession of military accoutrements. The Kwabenya Confrontation The arrests stem from a violent confrontation on June 21, 2026, at a family residence in Kwabenya. According to police reports, former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, was denied entry to the property during a family event. The situation escalated when private security guards stationed at the premises allegedly discharged firearms. The former lawmaker sustained injuries during the fracas, and her vehicle was significantly damaged by gunfire. Police personnel dispatched to the scene immediately arrested six private security guards to...
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Ashanti South: Police Arrest Car-Snatching Leader; 2 Gang Members Killed in Shootout

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  KUMASI  — In a major breakthrough against violent crime networks, the Ashanti South Regional Police Command has dismantled a notorious criminal syndicate in an intense, intelligence-led operation.   The high-stakes mission resulted in the arrest of a prominent car-snatching kingpin, the deaths of two armed gang members during a fierce gun battle, and the recovery of high-powered assault weapons. Coordinated Raid Turns Fatal According to detailed briefings from the Regional Command led by DCOP Joseph Hammond Nyaaba, the police operation was initially launched to track a dangerous robbery network operating along volatile transit paths, including the Obuasi–Manso Nyinahin stretch. Acting on actionable intelligence, officers successfully tracked down and arrested the alleged leader of the syndicate.   The arrest quickly uncovered deeper operations, leading police units to a secluded, bushy location where the gang had buried a hidden cache of heavy weaponry. However, th...
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Three Killed in Tula Following Overnight Drone Strike

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  TULA, Russia  — An overnight drone strike hit a residential area in the western Russian city of Tula, leaving three people dead and three others injured, regional authorities confirmed. The attack, which occurred approximately 200 kilometers (120 miles) south of Moscow, damaged several private homes and commercial structures across the villages of Yamny, Maslovo, Mikhalkovo, and Inshinsky. Among the injured is a one-year-old child, according to Tula Regional Governor Dmitry Milyaev. Local officials reported that Russian air defense systems intercepted approximately 16 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) over the Tula region during the wave of strikes. Tula, a major industrial center heavily involved in the production of military hardware and chemicals, has been a frequent target for long-range cross-border drone operations. The incident marks part of a broader, ongoing escalation in aerial strikes impacting both sides of the conflict. Emergency services remain on the scene to as...
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WAEC Releases Provisional BECE 2025 Results The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the provisional results for candidates who took the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) for School Candidates. The results are now available for all candidates to check online. 🥳

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Venezuelan President Appears in U.S. Court After Arrest on Drug Charge

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NEW YORK — Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has appeared before a United States federal court following his recent arrest and extradition, according to reports from international media outlets. Maduro was transported under heavy security to a federal courthouse in New York for an initial court appearance. The development marks a rare and significant moment in international criminal proceedings involving a sitting head of state. Background to the Case U.S. prosecutors accuse Maduro of involvement in drug trafficking and related criminal conspiracies. The charges stem from indictments first announced several years ago, alleging that senior Venezuelan officials participated in large-scale cocaine trafficking operations targeting the United States and other international destinations. The case had remained inactive due to Maduro’s position in power and the lack of extradition until his reported arrest. Court Proceedings During the initial appearance, procedural matters wer...
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