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Recent reports in Afghan media suggest that the Taliban has handed over Bagram air base, located north of Kabul, to the United States, following the arrival of American C-17 aircraft carrying military personnel and equipment. This development coincides with a visit by a high-profile US delegation, including former envoy Zalmay Khalilzad, who discussed bilateral relations and prisoner exchanges with Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi. The Taliban seeks to improve its international standing and access to frozen Afghan funds, while the US aims to maintain influence in the region, particularly concerning China. The complexities of Afghan politics are further highlighted by the lifting of bounties on Taliban leaders, indicating a potential shift in US-Taliban relations. As both parties navigate this intricate landscape, a covert deal regarding Bagram appears increasingly plausible, offering leverage for both sides amid ongoing security challenges. 
Published: Apr 27 2025, 12 pmeznews.inFrench President Emmanuel Macron condemned the brutal stabbing of a young Malian man, Aboubakar Cisse, in a mosque in La Grand-Combe, asserting that "racism and hatred based on religion can have no place in France." The attack, which occurred on Friday, involved the assailant, identified as a French citizen of Bosnian origin, stabbing Cisse up to 50 times while filming the assault and shouting insults at Islam. Macron expressed solidarity with the Muslim community, while Prime Minister Francois Bayrou labeled the attack an "Islamophobic atrocity." Approximately 1,000 people marched in La Grand-Combe to honor Cisse, whose body was discovered by other worshippers later that morning. The investigation, involving 70 detectives, is exploring multiple motives, with Islamophobia as a primary focus. The French Council of the Muslim Faith urged vigilance, while Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau stressed the seriousness of the threat posed by the alleged attacker, who remains at large.
Published: Apr 27 2025, 11 pmeznews.inChina's Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed concern over escalating tensions between India and Pakistan during a phone call with Pakistani counterpart Mohammad Ishaq Dar. Reporting by China's state media, _Global Times_, indicated that Wang emphasized the need for an impartial investigation into the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 tourists. He urged both nations to exercise restraint and seek de-escalation. In response to the attack, India has taken significant measures against Pakistan, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and halting all Pakistani visas. Meanwhile, at least 537 Pakistani nationals have exited India via the Attari border following the expiration of their short-term visas. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is actively investigating the incident, sealing off the site and interviewing eyewitnesses to gather evidence.
Published: Apr 27 2025, 9 pmeznews.inPakistan's army announced on Sunday that it killed 54 militants attempting to infiltrate from Afghanistan into the northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The operation, which took place from Friday to Sunday, was prompted by the detection of a large group of jihadists allegedly acting on orders from "foreign masters" to conduct high-profile attacks within Pakistan. The military also recovered a significant cache of weapons and explosives from the militants. This increase in violence coincides with the Taliban's resurgence in Afghanistan, which Pakistan claims has provided a safe haven for attackers. The country has faced a surge in militancy, with over 200 fatalities, primarily among security forces, reported this year. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi emphasized the scale of the operation, noting it was the most significant success in the ongoing campaign against militants. Pakistan continues to accuse the Taliban of not adequately addressing the threat posed by these groups.
Published: Apr 27 2025, 10 pmeznews.inIn a tragic incident at a Filipino street festival in Vancouver, nine people were killed and over 20 others injured when a driver rammed his vehicle into the crowd. Prime Minister Mark Carney referred to the event as a "car-ramming attack," but police have since clarified that terrorism is not being considered as a motive. Carney, addressing the nation a day before the elections, stated that the investigation is ongoing and assured Canadians that there is no current "active threat." The male driver involved has been arrested, and authorities are continuing to gather information about the circumstances surrounding the attack.
Published: Apr 27 2025, 8 pmeznews.inSaudi Arabia and Qatar announced on Sunday their commitment to settle Syria's $15 million debt to the World Bank, as reported by the Saudi Press Agency. This move comes amid a broader diplomatic effort by the Gulf states to engage with Syria's new leadership following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad in December. The statement highlighted that this payment would allow the World Bank to resume its operations in Syria, which have been suspended for over 14 years due to the ongoing conflict that has devastated the country’s infrastructure. The attendance of Syria's central bank governor and finance minister at recent IMF and World Bank meetings marked a significant step in rebuilding international ties. The Syrian authorities are now looking to Gulf nations to help finance the reconstruction of their war-torn economy and unlock vital financial support for critical development sectors.
Published: Apr 27 2025, 8 pmeznews.inA Delta Air Lines flight from Atlanta to Chicago faced a terrifying mid-air incident on April 14, when the aircraft's ceiling panel threatened to collapse, prompting passengers to support it with their hands. Video footage shared on social media captured the alarming scene, while later images showed the panel secured with neon yellow tape. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the flight returned to Atlanta, where passengers were transferred to another plane after a two-hour delay. Delta expressed gratitude for their customers' patience and offered affected passengers 10,000 air miles, valued at approximately $120, as compensation. Witness Tom Witschy recounted the chaos, describing a loud bang followed by the ceiling panel detaching, forcing passengers to hold it for about 30 to 45 minutes until flight attendants could address the situation. The airline confirmed that the panel was reattached before the flight continued.
Published: Apr 27 2025, 7 pmeznews.inA 30-year-old man has been arrested after a tragic incident during Lapu Lapu Day celebrations in Vancouver, where a car plowed into a crowd, resulting in the deaths of at least nine people. The event, which honors a 16th-century Filipino anti-colonial leader, turned chaotic shortly after 8:00 PM local time on Saturday as festival-goers gathered in the Sunset on Fraser neighborhood. Vancouver police confirmed that the driver, who is known to them, was not part of a terrorism act. Eyewitness accounts describe the scene as devastating, with injured individuals, including children, lying on the ground amid debris. Police Chief Steve Rai stated that the suspect was subdued by bystanders before officers arrived. The Philippine consulate in Vancouver expressed deep concern and sympathy for the victims of the horrific incident, which has left the community in shock.
Published: Apr 27 2025, 4 pmeznews.inA Lufthansa flight from Los Angeles to Munich was diverted to Boston after a passenger's iPad became jammed in a seat and showed signs of overheating. The Airbus A380, carrying 461 passengers, was redirected to Logan International Airport around 2:30 am local time on April 24, following safety concerns regarding the device, which had also displayed visible deformation. The airline emphasized that the decision to divert Flight LH453 was a precautionary measure to mitigate any potential risks associated with lithium batteries, which can pose fire hazards if damaged. As a result, passengers experienced a three-hour delay, eventually landing in Munich at 4:35 pm. This incident follows a similar occurrence last month when an Air France flight returned to Paris due to a passenger losing their mobile phone onboard. Airlines continue to enforce strict guidelines to ensure passenger safety regarding electronic devices.
Published: Apr 27 2025, 5 pmeznews.inGoogle has entered a two-year agreement with Samsung, paying an undisclosed "enormous sum" each month to have its Gemini AI app pre-installed on Samsung smartphones, a move that has drawn scrutiny amid ongoing antitrust investigations. Peter Fitzgerald, Google's vice president of platforms and device partnerships, confirmed that this arrangement began in January 2023, coinciding with allegations of Google's antitrust violations. In addition to the fixed payments, Google is sharing a percentage of its subscription revenue from the Gemini app with Samsung. This revelation comes as Judge Amit Mehta, overseeing the case, has previously indicated that such practices of paying manufacturers to set apps as defaults likely breach antitrust laws. The Department of Justice (DOJ) has accused Google of employing monopolistic tactics to stifle competition, potentially leading to restrictions on its ability to make similar deals in the future.
Published: Apr 27 2025, 5 pmeznews.inSean "Diddy" Combs, the influential hip-hop mogul and billionaire, is set to face a sex trafficking trial next month that could significantly impact his tarnished reputation. The 55-year-old rapper, who has pleaded not guilty to five felony counts including racketeering conspiracy, is accused of coercing women into unwanted sexual activities and using his wealth to intimidate them into silence. Prosecutors allege that from 2004 to 2024, Combs orchestrated elaborate sexual performances, known as "Freak Offs," while providing drugs and promising support to his victims. His former girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, is expected to testify against him, having previously accused him of rape and abuse—a lawsuit she settled shortly after filing. Once a celebrated figure in the music industry, Combs' wealth has reportedly plummeted from $1 billion to $400 million amid these allegations, as he awaits a trial that could last two months in Manhattan federal court.
Published: Apr 27 2025, 5 pm
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