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Yemen under fire: US launches major military campaign as Gaza conflict continues

In a significant escalation of military involvement, the US has launched extensive airstrikes in Yemen, resulting in civilian casualties while simultaneous conflicts continue in Gaza. This comprehensive report examines the impact of these military actions and their implications for regional stability.

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Thabo Makwakwa|Published

Zelensky offers land swaps as Russia heartens Trump with prisoner release

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announces readiness for territorial exchanges with Russia, while former US President Donald Trump brokers the release of an American prisoner.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

Passenger jet crashes into Washington DC's Potomac River after being hit by a military helicopter

Tragedy unfolds in Washington DC as a passenger aircraft carrying 64 people plunges into the freezing Potomac River following a catastrophic midair collision with a military helicopter. The nighttime crash has triggered a massive emergency response, with rescue teams battling harsh conditions in a desperate search for survivors.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

US faces spike in violent 'homegrown' extremism - Homeland Security Chief

The United States has been faced with a significant increase in violent extremism and a persistent threat of "homegrown" terrorism for the past 10 years, US Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas said.

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Sputnik|Published