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Captain Smit Machchhar, an Indian pilot, opened the cockpit door after being stabbed by his co‑pilot on a Dubai‑Tel Aviv flight, allowing passengers to subdue the attacker and avert a crash. The incident has sparked diplomatic tension and a multi‑nation investigation.
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Ethiopia and Eritrea have cut all diplomatic relations as fighting erupts across Ethiopia's northern regions, especially Tigray. The diplomatic break follows the closure of Ethiopia’s embassy in Asmara and the expulsion of diplomats, raising fears of a broader Horn of Africa destabilisation.
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Brazil is poised for a high-stakes presidential election this Sunday, featuring incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of former president Jair Bolsonaro. The race remains extremely tight, with both candidates engaging in intense campaigning amidst various controversies.
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The United States is pressuring European nations to release diesel reserves and is considering an export ban to alleviate rising domestic prices. This move has prompted emergency talks across Europe, with some nations agreeing to a coordinated response.
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The United Arab Emirates has taken charge of the investigation into a violent cockpit incident on a Flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the co‑pilot was radicalised. Passengers who subdued the attacker have been honoured by Israel amid diplomatic fallout and a suspension of the Dubai‑Tel Aviv service.
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An Omani co‑pilot on a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv assaulted the captain in an attempt to bring down the aircraft. Passengers intervened, the plane landed safely, and Israeli officials say the attacker had undergone Islamist radical indoctrination.
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The ruling SPD‑Green‑FDP coalition is facing internal rifts that have delayed key policy initiatives, including a proposed sugar tax. The chancellor’s office has suspended the tax plan, citing insufficient parliamentary support.
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The Pentagon confirmed the final exit of American forces from Iraq, ending a 12‑year anti‑ISIS campaign and a 23‑year military presence. The move sparked celebrations in Baghdad but also concerns about a looming security vacuum and Iran’s expanding influence.
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A Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv was diverted to Saudi Arabia after a cockpit stabbing that caused a 17,000‑foot plunge. Passengers subdued the attacker, and the co‑pilot regained control, averting a disaster.
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Russia bombarded power facilities, data centres and civilian infrastructure in 11 Ukrainian regions overnight, marking the most extensive assault on the energy grid since the spring. The attacks, which killed at least four civilians and left dozens injured, come as Kyiv braces for winter and NATO warns of heightened Russian aggression.
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All United States military personnel have left Iraq, ending a 12‑year anti‑ISIS mission and a 23‑year presence that began with the 2003 invasion. Iraq marked the exit with “Sovereignty Day” celebrations amid mixed domestic reactions and growing regional concerns.
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's strategy to combat gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) is facing significant public skepticism regarding its potential for tangible change. The plan, a top domestic priority, is under pressure to deliver concrete results amidst widespread calls for action.