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US Denies Involvement in Tragic Gaza Airdrop Incident
The United States disavowed any involvement in the tragic incident where five Palestinians lost their lives during a humanitarian aid airdrop northwest of Gaza City. US Central Command (CENTCOM) stated that the casualties were not a result of US airdrops, expressing sympathies for the affected families. The Palestinian Civil Defense Service reported the fatalities and injuries after parachutes failed to…
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Indonesia: Floods and Landslides Hit West Sumatra: Three Dead, Ten Missing
Heavy downpours triggered floods and landslides in Indonesia’s West Sumatra province, leaving three dead and 10 missing. The disaster affected 10 regencies and towns, causing bridge collapses and house sweepings. Transportation was paralyzed as roads submerged, leading to tens of thousands of house evacuations. One fatality and nine missing were reported in Pesisir Selatan regency, while two were killed and…
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Japan Commits $13.5 Million in Humanitarian Aid to Afghanistan
TOKYO: The World Food Programme (WFP) reveals a $13.5 million humanitarian aid pledge from Japan for Afghanistan. The funding aims to assist nearly 630,000 food-insecure individuals, treating over 42,000 malnourished mothers and children, and providing fortified biscuits to 36,000 school children. WFP emphasizes aiding those facing economic challenges. Afghans request transparent aid distribution, urging the Islamic Emirate’s cooperation. The spokesman…
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