The military infrastructure sites were actively used by Hezbollah to smuggle weapons from Syria into Lebanon, the statement reads

State Congress chief Devender Yadav confirms the party will contest the Delhi assembly polls independently, rejecting an alliance with AAP. Post Lok Sabha elections, Congress aims to contest all 70 seats, learning from previous losses and growing anti-incumbency sentiments against AAP. The candidate selection process has begun.

The Election Commission responded to Congress' claims of inconsistencies in voter turnout data in Maharashtra elections, assuring a transparent review process and involvement of all parties. Despite Congress' concerns about an increase in voters and reliability of EVMs, EC affirmed no discrepancies in the data.

RSS condemns extremist violence against minorities in Bangladesh, urging the government to halt such atrocities and release imprisoned Iskcon monk Chinmoy Krishna Das. India emphasizes the interim Bangladesh government’s duty to protect all citizens amid rising violence, stressing the need for global opinion and efforts to address the crisis.

Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq urges the J&K government to halt dismissals of employees over alleged terror links and reinstate those already terminated. This statement follows the recent dismissal of a pharmacist and a teacher by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha under Article 311 (2)(c) of the Constitution, citing established terror connections.

(ERGO) – The closure of a free school providing education to more than 300 children from displaced families outside Galkayo has dealt a blow to families living in camps.

Arusha, Tanzania (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud participated in the 24th Ordinary Summit of East African Community (EAC) Heads of State in Arusha on Friday, marking the regional bloc's 25th anniversary.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Al-Shabaab militants have intensified their attacks against civilians in Mogadishu, targeting businesses and individuals complying with the Somali government's directive to install CCTV cameras. The mandate, part of a broader urban security initiative, has provoked a violent backlash from the extremist group, underscoring the fragile balance between security measures and civilian safety in Somalia's capital.

At the same time as U.S. president-elect Donald Trump accuses Canada of failing to secure its border with the United States, an Oregon man has pleaded guilty to conspiring to transport dozens of undocumented migrants smuggled across the B.C. border by foot and freight train.

A Lamborghini-driving lobster dealer in southwest Nova Scotia and his son have been charged with intimidating a buyer whose home was shot up last weekend, the latest in a number of allegations against the father related to threats and intimidation.

L’association Partage Santé Pacifique (APSP), par le biais de son président Philippe Biarez, interpelle les institutions du Pays sur les conditions difficiles d’accouchement que subissent les femmes des îles éloignées qui viennent accoucher à Tahiti. Une réunion était organisée hier au parc Paofai pour évoquer les problèmes rencontrés par ces Polynésiennes souvent confrontées à l’isolement...

18, c’est le nombre de points de revendication figurant dans le préavis de grève déposé par la FRAAP. Le syndicat majoritaire dans la fonction publique territoriale menace le Pays d’un mouvement social à partir de vendredi prochain. Parmi les principales doléances, il y a l’augmentation du point d’indice salarial et la mise en œuvre de dispositifs pour lutter contre la vie chère.

Même si beaucoup de personnes ont l'esprit à faire le Black Friday, elles ne doivent pas oublier que c'est ce week-end qu'a lieu le traditionnel Téléthon, et que faire un don, c'est aider la science à avancer en faveur des Polynésiens atteints de maladies rares.

Le Black Friday est désormais un rendez-vous populaire à Tahiti. Des remises importantes attirent les clients, parfois jusqu'à 50 %. Ce soir une nocturne est même prévue jusqu'à 23 heures au centre-ville. Ce rituel commercial tout droit venu des Etats-Unis a provoqué des files d'attente devant plusieurs magasins ce matin .

Assessing the outcome of the war with Israel, Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem asserted that the resistance forces had won «the greatest victory over Israel»

The police ran after people and detained them, using force, according to a TASS reporter at the scene

According to the army statement, those moving south of the line may endanger themselves

«The ongoing military operation in the north has uprooted 130,000 people over the past seven weeks,» Philippe Lazzarini, commissioner general of the UNRWA, said

According to OCHA, bakeries in central Gaza have been shutting down and re-opening intermittently due to a lack of flour and fuel

Kai Wint, an international full-back who was born to Seychellois parents in Wales, UK,  has been selected for the Seychelles national team and will soon be launching his very own football school in his hometown of Newport, aimed at sharing his knowledge and experience with the younger generation. «Resolute Ballers,» as the school is named, will cater to children aged from five years old, where it will provide them with technical, athletic, mental, and tactical understanding, to aid their progress in their football careers. «I have been involved in coaching for a while now and having acquired my qualifications, I want to help the next generation with my insight and knowledge from my own experiences playing across the world,» said Wint. He recently signed with Italian side, ASD Casteltermini, but due to an issue with his international clearance, Wint had to return to his home in Wales, with the club still interested in signing him during the January transfer window. The 22-year-old has played in several European countries, including Merani Tbilisi of Georgia, Cinderford and Chippenham in England, Europa Point FC in Gibraltar, and Newport County in Wales, where he began his career. Based in Newport, Wales, Wint explains that he wants to inspire an area that is most deprived in Wales, with many people of different backgrounds, especially in the area of Pillgwenlly. «I just want to give back, educate and positively guide the youngsters in that area, to show them that where they are from does not define them,» said Wint. He added that he wants to show that with hard work, focus and self-belief, anyone can achieve their dreams. While Wint's move to Italy has hit a roadblock, he said that at the moment he is unsure of where his future lies, but wants to work towards getting Seychelles call-up in March. He said he needs support from the Seychelles Football Federation (SFF), with the processing of his Seychelles passport. 

[Premium Times] FIJ, a platform founded by Mr Soyombo, said he had been detained by the Nigerian Army in Port Harcourt for three days.

[Malaria Consortium] Partial resistance to a life-saving antimalarial drug has been detected in Uganda among children experiencing severe forms of the disease.

Police in Manipur have arrested four militants from two banned outfits for illegal firearm possession and extortion. Chongtham Shyamchandra Singh, Maibam Suraj Khan, and Boghimayum Sahid Khan of Kangleipak Communist Party were detained, while Sangomshumpham Warish from United National Liberation Front was also arrested. Authorities recovered various firearms, ammunition, and explosives.

Police were deployed at Samajwadi Party leader Mata Prasad Pandey's residence on Saturday to prevent a 15-member delegation from visiting violence-hit Sambhal district in Uttar Pradesh. Sambhal district administration has prohibited entry of outsiders till December 10. SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized the BJP government, calling for suspension of the entire administrative board in Sambhal.

JN Ray Hospital in Kolkata announced it will no longer admit Bangladeshi patients in response to protests over alleged mistreatment of Hindus in Bangladesh. The hospital cited insults towards the Indian flag by Bangladeshis as the reason. They urged other healthcare institutions to adopt similar measures to demonstrate against the reported atrocities.

The BJP has criticized Congress leader Bhai Jagtap for likening the Election Commission to a dog sitting outside PM Modi’s residence, and demanded action against him. This follows Congress's allegations of voter data tampering in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, raising concerns about EVMs and increased voter turnout.