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15 killed in Israeli attacks on two Gaza city houses – Reports

Cairo, Dec 27 (UNI) At least 15 people were killed in Israeli shelling of two houses in Gaza City, Palestinian television channel Al Aqsa reported.
On October 7, 2023, Israel was subjected to an unprecedented rocket attack from the Gaza Strip. In addition, fighters of Palestinian movement Hamas infiltrated the border areas, opened fire on the military and civilians and took hostages. Israeli authorities say that about 1,200 people were killed during the raid.
In response, the Israel Defense Forces launched Operation Iron Swords in Gaza and announced a complete blockade of the enclave. The death toll from the Israeli attacks has surpassed 45,300 in the Gaza Strip, according to local health authorities.
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AL exclusion won't allow free and fair elections in Bangladesh: UK MPs warn

13 Jan 2026 | 10:09 PM

London/Dhaka, Jan 13 (UNI) Highlighting the ban on Bangladesh's largest party Awami League, four MPs in the UK have raised serious concerns over the upcoming February 12 elections, warning that without the inclusion of all major players, the polls cannot be considered as democratic.

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Bangladesh's participation in ISF for Gaza security depends on several factors: Press Secretary

13 Jan 2026 | 9:43 PM

Dhaka, Jan 13 (UNI) Bangladesh's participation in the proposed International Stabilisation Force to maintain stability in Gaza depends on several factors, said Shafiqul Alam, Press Secretary to the Chief Advisor Md Yunus.

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Estimated 12,000 killed in Iranian protests by security forces

13 Jan 2026 | 8:09 PM

Tehran, Jan 13 (UNI) About 12,000 people including security personnel have been killed in protests in Iran, following the nationwide protests and the brutal crackdown by security personnel.

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Iran's exiled royals offer support to protesters, say fissures growing within govt

13 Jan 2026 | 7:20 PM

Tehran, Jan 13 (UNI) Iran's exiled crown prince, Reza Pahlavi, in his support to protesters claimed that thousands of members of Iran's military and police forces have refused to report for duty in order to avoid partaking in the regime's bloody repression.

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15,000 nurses go on strike at major New York City hospitals

13 Jan 2026 | 3:54 PM

New York, Jan 13 (UNI) A strike by nearly 15,000 nurses at several major New York City hospitals entered its first day on Monday after talks over a new contract collapsed, triggering concern among patients and their families about ongoing care, CBS News reported.
The strike began at 6 am EST on Monday at five privately run hospitals, including Mount Sinai, Mount Sinai Morningside, Mount Sinai West and NewYork-Presbyterian facilities in Manhattan. Patients’ families said the absence of regular nursing staff has raised concerns about continuity and quality of care.

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