Unbiased headline news – Afghan and Pakistani forces exchanged gunfire at the Torkham border crossing, which has been closed for over a week due to a dispute over a new Afghan border post. The clash resulted in the death of one Afghan security personnel and injuries to another.
The Torkham crossing, vital for trade and travel between the two countries, has left thousands of vehicles stranded on both sides due to the closure. Afghan traders are reportedly losing $500,000 daily as a result.
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A female suicide bomber targeted a paramilitary patrol vehicle in Kalat, southwest Pakistan, resulting in one death and three injuries. Female suicide bombers are rare in Pakistan, with the last known attack by a woman occurring in 2022.
The attack led to the destruction of a Frontier Corps vehicle, with authorities recovering the bomber’s remains. Suspicion falls on the Balochistan Liberation Army, known for previous attacks in the region.
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In Los Angeles, federal authorities arrested Eduardo Domingo Renoj-Matul and Cristobal Mejia-Chaj, leaders of a criminal organization accused of smuggling 20,000 people from Guatemala to the U.S. They allegedly charged each migrant up to $18,000 for passage.
The organization is also linked to a 2023 vehicle crash in Oklahoma that resulted in seven deaths. Both leaders, in the country illegally, have pleaded not guilty and are detained without bond awaiting trial.
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Former U.S. Representative Lincoln Diaz-Balart, a prominent advocate for Cuban democracy, passed away at 70 after battling cancer. He served 18 years in the House and played a significant role in shaping U.S. foreign policy toward Latin America.
Diaz-Balart was instrumental in enforcing the Cuban embargo and passing immigration laws benefiting various nationalities. His efforts influenced many Cuban Americans to shift their political affiliations.
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Ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas have resumed in Cairo, aiming to extend and solidify the truce in Gaza. The initial phase of the ceasefire is set to expire this weekend, but negotiations continue to maintain peace. citeturn0news24
The discussions follow the release of four Israeli hostages by Hamas in exchange for over 600 Palestinian detainees. The ceasefire has allowed for humanitarian aid to reach affected areas in Gaza.
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President Donald Trump has called for an immediate ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, urging Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to pursue peace or risk losing U.S. support.
European leaders have reiterated their support for Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of a united front against aggression. Zelenskyy has maintained that any peace talks must include security guarantees to prevent future conflicts.
