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Terrorism
Taliban Claim Kabul Bombing as Afghan Forces Defend Besieged Cities
The Taliban claimed responsibility for a huge bomb attack in Kabul targeting the defense minister.
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Europe
‘Potential Hijack’ of Ship off UAE Coast Has Ended: UK Maritime Security Agency
An incident where a ship may have been hijacked off the coast of the United Arab Emirates has ended and the vessel is safe, a UK maritime security agency said on Wednesday.
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Africa
16 Killed in Attack in DR Congo’s Restive East: Army
At least 16 people were killed in an attack in the Democratic Republic of Congo's conflict-plagued east, believed to be the work of armed Islamists.
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Asia Pacific
US Vows ‘Collective Response’ on Tanker Attack as Iran Warns
The United States promised to lead a "collective response" against Iran in retaliation for a deadly attack on an Israeli-linked tanker.
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Asia Pacific
Afghan Fighting Rages as US and UK Accuse Taliban of Massacring Civilians
The United States and Britain accused the Taliban of atrocities that may amount to "war crimes" in the town of Spin Boldak.
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Europe
German Frigate Deploys on Indo-Pacific Mission
Germany dispatched a frigate to the Indo-Pacific region for the first time in almost 20 years, a move that could put strain on the relationship with China.
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Africa
15 Soldiers Killed, Six Missing in Niger Attack: Ministry
Fifteen soldiers have been killed and six more are missing after a "terrorist" attack in southwest Niger.
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Africa
Egypt Army Says 89 Insurgents Killed in Restive Sinai
Egypt's military killed 89 suspected insurgents in operations in North Sinai where an affiliate of the Islamic State group has been active for nearly a decade.
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Asia Pacific
Afghan Forces Bomb Taliban Fighters to Repel Assaults on Key Cities
Afghan forces fought fierce street battles and bombed Taliban positions while insurgents swarmed major cities as they stepped up their nationwide offensive.
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Middle East
Yemen Houthis Say Made Gains in Central Al-Bayda Province
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels confirmed they had seized two districts in central Al-Bayda province, amid an ongoing battle for control of Marib.
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