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Adeleke's Re-election in Osun State Draws Congratulations and Analysis
PoliticsbloombergAl Jazeerahindustan-times+5ndtvPremium Timesguardian-ngpunch-ngvanguard-ng8d ago8 sources

Adeleke's Re-election in Osun State Draws Congratulations and Analysis

Following Adeleke's re-election in the Osun State poll, various groups and individuals, including the NGF and ADC candidate, offered congratulations, while Yiaga Africa commended voters and called for BVAS improvements. The outcome also sparked political analysis regarding future elections.

Deadly Attack on Pakistan Police Post Kills 11 Officers
PoliticsAl Jazeeranosaftonbladet+12France 24la-vanguardiaTimes of Indiahindustan-timesDawniefimeridajerusalem-postndtv+4 more25d ago15 sources

Deadly Attack on Pakistan Police Post Kills 11 Officers

At least 11 police officers were killed in an overnight attack on a police checkpost in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, with reports indicating that 15 attackers were also killed. This marks the second attack on a Pakistani police post within a week.

Škabrnja Donates to Vukovar Stadium Construction
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Škabrnja Donates to Vukovar Stadium Construction

The municipality of Škabrnja has joined the 'You are Vukovar' donation campaign, providing symbolic funds for the construction of the '12 Croatian Policemen' Stadium in Vukovar, highlighting the historical connection between the two towns.

Zelensky Aide Suggests Realistic Peace Deal with Russia by Winter
WorldReutersThe Guardianukrainska-pravda+23lsm-lvorfrzeczpospolitatelextvn24vgdelfi-ltdigi24+15 more2mo ago26 sources

Zelensky Aide Suggests Realistic Peace Deal with Russia by Winter

A key advisor to Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that a peace agreement with Russia before winter is a 'correct and realistic' scenario. This comes as Ukraine's front lines are reported to have stabilized, and discussions about the war's duration continue.

Israeli Strike Kills Five Police Officers and Teenager in Gaza
WorldAl Jazeeraaftonbladetdelfi-lt+8index-hraktuality-skhaaretzcyprus-mailiefimeridajerusalem-postnaftemporikiarab-news3mo ago11 sources

Israeli Strike Kills Five Police Officers and Teenager in Gaza

An Israeli air strike on a police position in northern Gaza resulted in the deaths of five police officers and a 13-year-old boy. The incident also saw reports of an Israeli strike on barracks in southern Lebanon, injuring a soldier.

Nigerian APC Primaries Conclude Amid Disputes and Protests
PoliticsAPNPRFrance 24+10Yahoostraits-timesvijesti-menewsbeastPremium Timeszerohedgeguardian-ngpunch-ng+2 more3mo ago13 sources

Nigerian APC Primaries Conclude Amid Disputes and Protests

The All Progressives Congress (APC) conducted its primary elections in multiple Nigerian states, determining candidates for various offices. While some winners were declared, the primaries faced significant challenges, including rejections of results by aspirants and protests over alleged irregularities.

Deadly Suicide Car Bomb Kills 14 Police in Northwest Pakistan
PoliticsAl Jazeeradr-dknos+21fazberlingskeDWle-figaroSCMPdelfi-ltdigi24index-hr+13 more3mo ago24 sources

Deadly Suicide Car Bomb Kills 14 Police in Northwest Pakistan

A suicide car bomb attack on a police checkpoint in northwest Pakistan killed at least 14 police officers. A Pakistani Taliban splinter group claimed responsibility for the deadly assault in Bannu.

Accord Party Denies Backing Joint Presidential Ticket in Nigeria
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Accord Party Denies Backing Joint Presidential Ticket in Nigeria

Nigeria's Accord Party has publicly denied reports of its support for a joint presidential ticket, demanding its name be removed from any such endorsements. This political development comes amidst various other domestic news stories across Nigeria, including crime arrests and public health initiatives.

Healthstraits-times4mo ago

Strategies for Beating the Heat in Singapore's Gardens

The Straits Times explores various methods and strategies for coping with the intense heat experienced in Singapore's gardens. The article provides tips and insights on how to stay cool and comfortable while enjoying outdoor spaces.

7 policemen, including SHO, martyred in attack on police vehicle in KP’s Lakki Marwat
PoliticsDawn5mo ago

7 policemen, including SHO, martyred in attack on police vehicle in KP’s Lakki Marwat

PESHAWAR: An attack on a police vehicle martyred seven policemen, including an officer, in the Bettani subdivision of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Lakki Marwat district on Friday. The spokesman of the district police officer, Qudratullah, said that a squad of the Shadikhel police station was on routine patrol duty in the area when the terrorist attack occurred. The vehicle was targeted with an improvised explosive device (IED). The official said that terrorists had planted an IED along the Shahdikhel...

2 policemen martyred in IED blast in Wana
PoliticsDawn5mo ago

2 policemen martyred in IED blast in Wana

LOWER SOUTH WAZIRISTAN: Two cops were martyred while 22 people, including four policemen and 18 civilians, were injured in an improvised explosive device (IED) blast in Wana’s Rustam Bazaar area on Saturday. According to police officials, the explosion occurred when policemen on routine patrol were present in the area around 5pm. They said that explosive material was planted near the main gate of a supermarket, which caused casualties among policemen and civilians present at the scene. Wana C...

Police Deploy 15,000 Personnel for Osun Election
Worldpunch-ngvanguard-ng19d ago2 sources

Police Deploy 15,000 Personnel for Osun Election

The Nigerian Police Force has announced the deployment of 15,000 personnel, including DIGs, AIGs, and CPs, to ensure security during the upcoming Osun State election. This significant deployment aims to prevent disturbances and ensure a peaceful electoral process.

Hunt for Attackers After Deadly Clashes in Hanna Urak, Pakistan
WorldDawn1mo ago

Hunt for Attackers After Deadly Clashes in Hanna Urak, Pakistan

A manhunt is underway for attackers following clashes in Hanna Urak, Pakistan, which left three dead, seven civilians kidnapped, and nine wounded, with TTP involvement suspected. A subsequent operation killed four 'terrorists' and injured several policemen.

Worldpunch-ng1mo ago

Two Policemen Die in Imo State Road Crash

Two policemen attached to the Imo State Police Command have been confirmed dead following a road accident involving seven operatives along the Amakalu–Umuelemma Road in the Isiala Mbano Local Government Area. An investigation has been commenced into the incident.

Three Police Officers Killed in Zamfara Bomb Explosion
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Three Police Officers Killed in Zamfara Bomb Explosion

Three police officers were killed in Zamfara State, Nigeria, after an explosion caused by terrorists. The Inspector General of Police has vowed to end banditry in the region following the incident.

Delhi Hotel Fire Kills 21, Owner Arrested Amid Safety Crackdown
WorldAl JazeeraDWle-figaro+10YahooTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-expressirish-independentndtvvijesti-mechannel-news-asia+2 more2mo ago13 sources

Delhi Hotel Fire Kills 21, Owner Arrested Amid Safety Crackdown

A deadly fire at a Delhi hotel claimed 21 lives, including an African couple, leading to the arrest of the hotel owner and prompting a city-wide crackdown on fire safety violations.

FCT Police Chief Orders Mental Health Screening for Personnel
Healthpunch-ngvanguard-ng3mo ago2 sources

FCT Police Chief Orders Mental Health Screening for Personnel

The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has ordered mandatory mental health assessments for all police personnel. This directive aims to address issues of police misconduct and ensure the well-being of officers.

Malaysia's King to Appoint New Anti-Graft Chief
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Malaysia's King to Appoint New Anti-Graft Chief

Malaysia's King has announced he will personally select the new head of the anti-graft agency, urging against the politicization of the appointment. This decision was reported alongside various other domestic news items, including crime, economic, and health updates.

4 cops locked up over Palawan shootout
World4mo ago

4 cops locked up over Palawan shootout

Four police officers involved in the Good Friday shooting in Barangay Irawan, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, that killed two policemen and a jail personnel have been locked up for the filing of…

Hong Kong subway shootout in 2006 leaves 2 policemen dead – SCMP archive
WorldSCMP5mo ago

Hong Kong subway shootout in 2006 leaves 2 policemen dead – SCMP archive

This article was first published on March 18, 2006 by Benjamin Wong and Clifford Lo Officers shot with stolen police gun An off-duty police­man shot two uni­formed con­stables, killing one of them, with a gun stolen from and used to kill an officer five years ago, police sources said yes­ter­day (March 17, 2006). The off-duty con­stable, Tsui Po-ko, 35, was also killed in the shootout in Tsim Sha Tsui in the early hours of yes­ter­day. Police sources said evid­ence at the scene sug­ges­ted th...

2 policemen martyred as suicide bomber targets checkpost in Bhakkar
WorldDawn6mo ago

2 policemen martyred as suicide bomber targets checkpost in Bhakkar

LAHORE: Two policemen were martyred in a suicide blast at a checkpost in Bhakkar district on Tuesday evening, according to officials. Bhakkar District Police Officer (DPO) Shahzad Rafiq told Dawn that a suicide attack was carried out near the Dajil checkpost. He said that two policemen were martyred and one was injured, while three passersby were also injured in the blast. “The suicide attacker came near the check post and blew himself up, while we were conducting a search operation in the ar...

Pampanga town’s cops launch door-to-door drive vs loud motor pipes
Worldinquirer6mo ago

Pampanga town’s cops launch door-to-door drive vs loud motor pipes

ANGELES CITY — Policemen in nearby Porac town are conducting house-to-house campaigns against loud motorcycles and car exhaust pipes, warning owners that modifying their vehicles to make them noisier is illegal. In a social media post on Monday, Police Lt. Colonel Julito Rabena II, Porac acting police chief, said Section 34 of Republic Act 4136, known as the Land

Renewed Terrorism Threat in Balochistan, Pakistan
WorldDawn1mo ago

Renewed Terrorism Threat in Balochistan, Pakistan

A surge in terrorist violence in Balochistan, Pakistan, including the martyrdom of at least nine policemen in Ziarat and the arrest of two alleged BLA operatives in Karachi, highlights a renewed threat confronting the country.

Body Found in Search for Missing 11-Year-Old Lyhanna in France
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Body Found in Search for Missing 11-Year-Old Lyhanna in France

Police in France have discovered a child's body in a grain silo, believed to be that of 11-year-old Lyhanna, who had been missing for a week. The discovery has sparked outrage and calls for identification through DNA, fingerprints, and dental records.

Labor Day Marked by Protests, Job Fairs, and Wage Demands
PoliticsAPFTle-monde+67The GuardianNPRAl Jazeerayle-uutisethelsingin-sanomattagesschauDWle-figaro+59 more3mo ago70 sources

Labor Day Marked by Protests, Job Fairs, and Wage Demands

Workers across various regions observed Labor Day with protests demanding wage increases, tax reforms, and improved working conditions. The day also featured job fairs offering thousands of opportunities and discussions on labor policies.

Massive Fire Destroys 1,000 Homes in Malaysian Village
WorldBBCNYTAl Jazeera+17DWSCMPorfindex-hrnikkei-asiahindustan-timesstraits-timesiefimerida+9 more4mo ago20 sources

Massive Fire Destroys 1,000 Homes in Malaysian Village

A massive fire swept through Kampung Bahagia, a coastal village in Sabah, Malaysia, destroying approximately 1,000 homes and displacing thousands of residents. Authorities are coordinating aid efforts for the affected community.

Nine Policemen Sentenced to Death in India for Custodial Killing
WorldBBCindex-hrhindustan-times+3indian-expressndtvstar-kenya4mo ago6 sources

Nine Policemen Sentenced to Death in India for Custodial Killing

Nine policemen have been sentenced to death in India for the custodial killing of a father and son in a 2020 case, which drew widespread attention after they were arrested on suspicion of breaching Covid lockdown rules. This latest report confirms the sentencing.

Amritsar rural police bust ISI-linked arms module targeting Gurdaspur cop
Politicshindustan-timesindian-express5mo ago2 sources

Amritsar rural police bust ISI-linked arms module targeting Gurdaspur cop

Punjab Police have dismantled an ISI-backed terror module in Amritsar, arresting two individuals involved in radicalization and spreading anti-India narratives. The Amritsar rural police specifically busted an ISI-linked arms module reportedly targeting a Gurdaspur cop following recent policemen murders.

2 Punjab cops shot dead inside police outpost near Pakistan border
WorldTimes of India6mo ago

2 Punjab cops shot dead inside police outpost near Pakistan border

Two policemen were shot dead inside a police outpost in Gurdaspur, Punjab, near the Pakistan border. Unidentified assailants attacked the outpost, leaving ASI Gurnam Singh and home guard Ashok Kumar with no chance to react. The killings have raised serious questions about security preparedness in the sensitive border region.

Haryana STF nabs 2 Pak youths who fled Jammu juvenile home; hunt on for third fugitive
WorldTimes of India6mo ago

Haryana STF nabs 2 Pak youths who fled Jammu juvenile home; hunt on for third fugitive

Two Pakistani nationals escaped a juvenile home in Jammu and were arrested 400km away in Ambala Cantonment railway station. They had broken out with a local gangster who injured two police officers. The Pakistani duo planned to flee the country via Nepal. The injured policemen are hospitalized. A fresh FIR has been registered against the trio.