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US forces launched strikes on Iran on Tuesday after three commercial vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
US forces launched strikes on Iran on Tuesday after three commercial vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
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The US military launched a fresh series of strikes against Iran to degrade Iran's ability to threaten freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
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The United States launched strikes on Iran after three commercial vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
The United States launched strikes on Iran after three commercial vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.
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U.S. Central Command said the strikes were intended to impose heavy costs on Iran.
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The United States launched strikes on Iran after attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
The United States launched strikes on Iran after attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
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U.S. Central Command said the strikes were intended to impose heavy costs on Iran.
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The United States issued a waiver (General Licence X) allowing the sale and delivery of Iranian oil, effectively waiving oil sanctions on Iran.
The United States issued a waiver (General Licence X) allowing the sale and delivery of Iranian oil, effectively waiving oil sanctions on Iran.
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Ronald Koeman resigned as the Netherlands head coach.
Ronald Koeman resigned as the Netherlands head coach.
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Koeman’s resignation came after the Netherlands were eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Ronald Koeman resigned as the Netherlands head coach (manager) after the team's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Ronald Koeman resigned as the Netherlands head coach (manager) after the team's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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The Netherlands were eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup by Morocco on penalties.
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The Nigerian Army has reviewed its recruit training curriculum.
17 international airlines halted flights to and from Dubai due to regional tensions and airspace closures.
The interim deal to end the Iran war will include a waiver on sanctioned oil sales.
The interim deal to end the Iran war will include a waiver on sanctioned oil sales.
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The United States disclosed that the cache of seized terrorist electronic equipment from a raid in Nigeria was the largest haul of enemy electronic equipment recovered since the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
The United States disclosed that the cache of seized terrorist electronic equipment from a raid in Nigeria was the largest haul of enemy electronic equipment recovered since the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
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The United States deployed an additional aircraft to evacuate electronic devices and other intelligence materials seized during the counter-terrorism operation in Nigeria due to the sheer size of the equipment.
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The United States disclosed that the cache of seized materials from terrorists during its recent raid in Nigeria was the largest haul of enemy electronic equipment recovered since the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
The United States disclosed that the cache of seized materials from terrorists during its recent raid in Nigeria was the largest haul of enemy electronic equipment recovered since the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
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The United States deployed an additional aircraft to evacuate electronic devices and other intelligence materials seized during the counter-terrorism operation in Nigeria due to the sheer size of the equipment.
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The United States has disclosed that the cache of seized materials from terrorists during its recent raid in Nigeria was the largest haul of enemy electronic equipment recovered since the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
The United States has disclosed that the cache of seized materials from terrorists during its recent raid in Nigeria was the largest haul of enemy electronic equipment recovered since the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
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The United States deployed an additional aircraft to evacuate electronic devices and other intelligence materials seized during the counter-terrorism operation in Nigeria, due to the sheer size of the equipment.
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The office of European Council President Antonio Costa established limited diplomatic contacts with the Kremlin in recent weeks.
The office of European Council President Antonio Costa established limited diplomatic contacts with the Kremlin in recent weeks.
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The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) opposes a proposed amendment to the NDA Act that would grant automatic admission to graduates of military secondary schools into the NDA.
The Nigerian Defence Academy opposes a proposed amendment to its enabling Act that would grant automatic admission to graduates of Nigerian military secondary schools.
The Nigerian Defence Academy opposes a proposed amendment to its enabling Act that would grant automatic admission to graduates of Nigerian military secondary schools.
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The proposed amendment seeks to alter Section 8(2) of the Second Schedule to the NDA Act by granting 'automatic admission, right of first refusal' to applicants from Nigerian military schools.
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The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) opposes a proposed amendment to its enabling Act that would grant automatic admission to graduates of Nigerian military secondary schools.
The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) opposes a proposed amendment to its enabling Act that would grant automatic admission to graduates of Nigerian military secondary schools.
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The proposed amendment seeks to alter Section 8(2) of the Second Schedule to the NDA Act to provide automatic admission for successful graduates of Nigerian military schools.
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The Benue State Police Command arrested 10 suspects in connection with the killing of Ardo Risku Mohammed, the Benue State Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), and another victim, Yakubu Isa.
The Benue State Police Command arrested 10 suspects in connection with the killing of Ardo Risku Mohammed, the Benue State Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), and another victim, Yakubu Isa.
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The arrests followed a coordinated intelligence-led operation by tactical police teams in Otukpo Local Government Area on the night of June 27, 2026.
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The Benue State Police Command arrested 10 suspects in connection with the killing of Ardo Risku Mohammed and Yakubu Isa.
The Benue State Police Command arrested 10 suspects in connection with the killing of Ardo Risku Mohammed and Yakubu Isa.
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The arrests occurred during a coordinated intelligence-led operation by tactical police teams in Otukpo Local Government Area on the night of June 27, 2026.
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The Benue State Police Command arrested 10 suspects in connection with the killing of Ardo Risku Mohammed, chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Benue State, and another victim, Yakubu Isa.
The Benue State Police Command arrested 10 suspects in connection with the killing of Ardo Risku Mohammed, chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Benue State, and another victim, Yakubu Isa.
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The arrests occurred on the night of June 27, 2026, during a coordinated operation by tactical police teams in Otukpo Local Government Area.
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Many international airlines have suspended or reduced flights following regional airspace closures.
The Nigerian Army has reviewed recruit training curriculum to strengthen the capacity of newly enlisted soldiers to effectively tackle terrorism, insurgency and emerging security threats nationwide.
US forces struck Iranian coastal targets after Tehran was accused of attacking a commercial cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
US forces struck Iranian coastal targets after Tehran was accused of attacking a commercial cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
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17 international airlines halted their flights to and from the Dubai region due to mounting tensions and airspace closures in parts of the Middle East.
Many international airlines have suspended or reduced flights following regional airspace closures.
The office of European Council President Antonio Costa established limited diplomatic contacts with the Kremlin in recent weeks.
The office of European Council President Antonio Costa established limited diplomatic contacts with the Kremlin in recent weeks.
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Iran exported its first oil in two months.
Iran exported its first oil in two months.
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The U.S. will waive sanctions to allow Iran to immediately sell oil and access banking, transportation, and insurance systems needed to do so.
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The NEET-UG examination was cancelled.
The NEET-UG examination was cancelled.
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The NEET-PG exam is tentatively scheduled for August 30, 2026.
The NEET-PG exam is tentatively scheduled for August 30, 2026.
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The registration process for NEET-PG 2026 has experienced significant delays.
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The registration process for NEET PG 2026 has not yet begun.
The registration process for NEET PG 2026 has not yet begun.
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The NEET PG 2026 exam is tentatively scheduled for August 30, 2026.
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The office of European Council President Antonio Costa established limited diplomatic contacts with the Kremlin in recent weeks.
The office of European Council President Antonio Costa established limited diplomatic contacts with the Kremlin in recent weeks.
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The office of European Council President Antonio Costa established limited diplomatic contacts with the Kremlin in recent weeks.
The office of European Council President Antonio Costa established limited diplomatic contacts with the Kremlin in recent weeks.
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The Russian Foreign Ministry said that Politico Europe canceled the planned publication of an article by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov due to a last-minute decision by the outlet's editorial team.
The European Union has reached out to Moscow in a tentative bid to open a line of communication so the continent is not sidelined in any potential talks to end Russia's grinding war in Ukraine.
The European Union has reached out to Moscow in a tentative bid to open a line of communication.
The European Union has reached out to Moscow in a tentative bid to open a line of communication.
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No substantive issues were discussed during the EU's recent contacts with Moscow.
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Armenian Security Council Secretary Armen Grigoryan and Azerbaijani presidential aide Hikmet Hajiyev stressed the importance of a continuous bilateral dialogue in the context of efforts geared toward strengthening lasting peace and stability in the region.
Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States by U.S. authorities.
Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States by U.S. authorities.
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Omar Artan was selected by FIFA to officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States by U.S. authorities.
Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States by U.S. authorities.
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Omar Artan was named Africa’s best male referee in 2025.
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Omar Abdulkadir Artan was selected by FIFA to officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Omar Abdulkadir Artan was selected by FIFA to officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Omar Abdulkadir Artan returned to Mogadishu, Somalia, to a hero’s welcome.
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Omar Abdulkadir Artan was selected by FIFA to officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Omar Abdulkadir Artan was selected by FIFA to officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Omar Abdulkadir Artan returned to Somalia after being denied entry to the United States.
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Omar Abdulkadir Artan was denied entry into the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Omar Abdulkadir Artan was denied entry into the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Omar Abdulkadir Artan was selected by FIFA as one of the 52 referees for the 2026 World Cup.
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The United States denied entry to Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The United States denied entry to Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Omar Abdulkadir Artan was selected by FIFA to officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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The US launched strikes near Bandar Abbas.
The United States denied entry to Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The United States denied entry to Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Omar Abdulkadir Artan was selected by FIFA to officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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The US launched strikes near Bandar Abbas.
Omar Abdulkadir Artan was denied entry into the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Omar Abdulkadir Artan was denied entry into the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Omar Abdulkadir Artan was expected to be the first Somali to officiate at a World Cup match.
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Israeli aircraft struck the Karun Mahshahr Petrochemical Company in Mahshahr, Khuzestan province, Iran.
Israeli aircraft struck the Karun Mahshahr Petrochemical Company in Mahshahr, Khuzestan province, Iran.
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The strike caused partial damage to the Karun Mahshahr Petrochemical Company industrial complex.
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Omar Artan is Somali.
Omar Artan is Somali.
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Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States.
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Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States.
Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States.
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Omar Artan was selected by FIFA to officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Omar Artan was set to be the first Somali national to officiate at a FIFA World Cup.
Omar Artan was set to be the first Somali national to officiate at a FIFA World Cup.
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Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States.
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Omar Artan was set to be the first referee from Somalia to officiate at a FIFA World Cup.
Omar Artan was set to be the first referee from Somalia to officiate at a FIFA World Cup.
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Omar Artan was denied entry into the United States.
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