32 people dead in attack on beach hotel in Somalia; Al-Shabab claims responsibility
Mogadishu, August 3 Police in Somalia said on Saturday that 32 people died and 63 others were wounded in an attack on a beach hotel in the capital, Mogadishu, the previous evening. Police spokesperson Maj Abdifatah Adan Hassa, told journalists... Key Points
The TribuneGunmen kill three Spanish tourists in Afghanistan's central Bamyan province
Four foreign nationals and three Afghans were also injured in the attack. Three Spanish tourists were killed and at least one Spaniard was injured in an attack... Key Points
The Tribune India1 Air Force personnel killed, 4 injured in Jammu and Kashmir terror attack
An Indian Air Force personnel died and four others were injured after their convoy was attacked by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district. Security forces launched an operation to eliminate the terrorists. Key Points
India TodayOnly casualty of Iran's attack on Israel is an Arab Bedouin girl
In Iran's direct missile and drone attack on Israel, a seven-year-old Arab girl was the only one to be severely injured. The Bedouin girl was hit on her head by shrapnel and has undergone surgery. Key Points
India Today134 confirmed dead in Crocus City Hall attack in Moscow, 551 injured
All 4 assailants behind the 22 March attack have been apprehended. Russian Investigative Committee revealed perpetrators had connections with Ukrainian nationalists. Key Points
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'Radical Islamists' behind Moscow attacks, Putin says still hinting at Ukraine involvement
Putin said the planned terrorist attack hoped to sow panic but was met with unity and resolve. He did not mention ISIS which claimed responsibility for attack on concert hall outside Moscow. Key Points
ThePrintView: Putin forgot Islamic State thinks he’s part of the West
The recent terrorist attack on Russia highlights the dangers of the new multipolar world we live in. Before the attack, Vladimir Putin dismissed a US warning that Islamists were planning an assault on a large Russian venue, calling it blackmail. However, trust between Moscow and Washington has been weakened since Putin's 2022 invasion of Ukraine and his 2014 annexation of Crimea. Key Points
Economic TimesRussia casts doubt on Islamic State responsibility for concert attack
President Putin has not publicly mentioned Islamist militant group in connection with attackers, who he said had been trying to escape to Ukraine. Ukraine has denied any role in the attack. Key Points
ThePrintU.S. warned Russia about possible Moscow attack before concert hall shooting
U.S. officials are worried that President Vladimir Putin of Russia could seek to falsely blame Ukraine for the attack, putting pressure on Western governments to identify who they think may be responsible. Putin frequently twists events, even tragic ones, to fit his public narrative. And he has been quick to accuse Ukraine of acts of terrorism to justify his invasion of the country. U.S. officials said Putin could do that again after Friday's attack, seeking to use the loss of life to undermine support for Ukraine both domestically and around the world. Key Points
Economic TimesPutin vows retribution for 'barbaric' Moscow attack
Putin vowed retribution for the concert hall attack, arresting all gunmen. A day of national mourning was declared following the incident. The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the attack targeting innocent victims. Key Points
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Moscow concert hall attack: Russia detains 11 after deadly shooting that has been claimed by Islamic State
Eleven people were detained after gunmen attacked a concert hall in Moscow, killing 93, including three children. The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack, the deadliest in Russia in years. The U.N. condemned the act, and support poured in from around the world. Putin dismissed Western warnings of terrorism. Key Points
Economic TimesKremlin says 40 killed and more than 100 wounded in attack on Moscow concert hall
Several gunmen burst into a big concert hall on the edge of Moscow on Friday and sprayed visitors with automatic gunfire, injuring an unspecified number of people and starting a massive blaze in an apparent terror attack days after President Vladimir Putin cemented his grip on the country in a highly orchestrated electoral landslide. There were no immediate claims of responsibility for the raid, the worst terror attack in Russia in many years that came as the fighting in Ukraine dragged into a third year. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin described the attack as a “huge tragedy.” Key Points
Economic Times5 years of Pulwama attack: Key Pakistan-based conspirators still elusive
Five years after the 2019 Pulwama attack, key conspirators, including Jaish-e-Mohammad chief Maulana Masood Azhar, remain at large while Pakistan has not responded to India's letter rogatory. The attack, orchestrated by Pakistan-sponsored terrorists, resulted in the deaths of 40 CRPF personnel. Key Points
Economic Times3 US service members killed, 34 wounded in drone attack in Jordan, says Biden
The deaths marked the first fatalities of U.S. troops in the region since war began in Gaza. Biden said the attack occurred on Saturday night. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesThree US troops killed and over 30 injured in drone attack on US post in Jordan, Biden says attack carried out by Iran-backed militants
Middle East News: Three US troops were killed and 25 injured in a drone attack on a US post in Jordan. The attack was carried out by Iran-backed militants, according to US president Joe Biden. Key Points
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‘Won't let enemies damage brotherly ties’ — Iran condemns attack that left nine Pakistanis dead
This comes weeks after the countries carried out airstrikes against each other. Unidentified gunmen launched attack in Saravan Saturday, no one has claimed responsibility for it yet. Key Points
ThePrintIndian Navy deploys 3 warships in Arabian Sea after attacks on merchant vessels
The Indian Navy inspected the merchant vessel MV Chem Pluto after it was hit by a drone off India's west coast. The Navy deployed surveillance aircraft and warships in the region to maintain a deterrent presence. Key Points
mintIsrael-linked merchant vessel hit by drone attack in Indian Ocean, alert issued
Drone attack In Indian Ocean: The “Liberia-flagged chemical/products tanker... was Israel-affiliated”, it said. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesPoonch terror attack Updates: 4-member counter-terror team at site where Army vehicles were ambushed
Five soldiers were killed and two injured when heavily-armed terrorists ambushed two Army vehicles in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Thursday, officials told news agency PTI. The attack took place at Dhatyar Morh between Dhera Ki Gali and Bufliaz around 3:45 pm, officials said. Security forces launched a massive cordon and search operation in the forest area, a day after the attack. Follow indiatoday.in for live updates. Key Points
India TodayNIA attaches properties of 2 Kashmiri ‘LeT operatives involved in 2015 BSF convoy attack’
The two accused, currently under trial, are Fayaz Ahmed Itoo & Khursheed Ahmed Bhat. Seizures include four immovable properties, including ‘houses of Itoo & Bhat in Kulgam & Pulwama’. Key Points
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