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October 17, 2026 10:33 PM

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Bangladesh: 10 people killed, several injured in Cox’s Bazar resort fire

In Bangladesh, 10 people, including six of a family, were killed and several injured in a fire at a seaside resort in Cox's Bazar district today.   Only the six family members are among the deceased identified so far.   Local officials said that the fire broke out at Tuptup Resto and Resort in Ukhiy...

October 17, 2026 8:47 PM

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Two commercial vessels struck in Persian Gulf off Saudi Arabia: UKMTO

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) today said that two commercial vessels were struck yesterday in the Persian Gulf off Saudi Arabia. UKMTO said one tanker was hit by a rocket-propelled grenade fired from a small boat, while the other was struck by an unidentified projectile. Both ...

October 17, 2026 6:10 PM

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Pakistan among 10 countries facing world’s worst food crises: Report

Pakistan remains among the world’s 10 countries facing the worst food crises. According to a report by international humanitarian organisation Action Against Hunger, persistent poverty, rising food prices, unemployment, climate-related disasters and declining humanitarian aid have worsened food inse...

October 17, 2026 3:19 PM

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Trump waives sanctions under Russia and Iran sanctions law, citing US national interest

US President Donald Trump has waived the application of sanctions, restrictions and duties under the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, citing the national interest of the United States. In an order issued on yesterday evening, Trump said he had submitted a certification to the Congress stating that t...

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