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On This Day: Oklahoma City bombing in 1995 killed 168

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On This Day: Oklahoma City bombing in 1995 killed 168

Pierre Curie was killed in Paris, Prince Rainier of Monaco married Grace Kelly, Konrad Adenauer died, FBI siege on Branch Davidian building in Waco ends with fire, car bomb in Oklahoma City killed 168 people, Bosnian Serb general’s conviction reduced, Norris McWhirter died, Joseph Ratzinger elected Pope Benedict XVI, Scott Crossfield died in a plane crash, Tamerlan Tsarneav killed by police in Boston Marathon bombing, student killed at opposition demonstration in Caracas.

FACTBOX-Lebanon’s Hezbollah: What weapons does it have?

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FACTBOX-Lebanon’s Hezbollah: What weapons does it have?

Hezbollah, a heavily armed non-state group in Lebanon, is a key player in the Iran-backed “Axis of Resistance” alliance against Israel and U.S. influence in the Middle East. Hezbollah possesses a vast arsenal of over 150,000 missiles and rockets, including precision weapons, anti-tank, anti-aircraft, and anti-ship missiles. The group also has around 45,000 fighters and has used drones in hostilities with Israel.

Russian drone attack kills four in Ukraine’s Kharkiv, cuts power supply

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Russian drone attack kills four in Ukraine’s Kharkiv, cuts power supply

A Russian drone attack in Kharkiv, Ukraine killed four people and left 350,000 residents without power. The attack damaged residential buildings, a medical facility, and cars. Governor Oleh Synehubov reported three rescue workers were killed in a repeat strike. Ukraine’s military shot down 11 drones out of 20 launched at the country. Russia also targeted a solar power plant in Dnipropetrovsk region. Kharkiv has been a frequent target of Russian attacks, with recent incidents including an aerial bomb killing one person and a missile attack killing five.

‘, Oppenheimer’ director Christopher Nolan to be given knighthood

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‘, Oppenheimer’ director Christopher Nolan to be given knighthood

Fact: Christopher Nolan, the British-American filmmaker, will receive a knighthood from Britain for his services to film.

Israeli strikes on Rafah raise fear assault could begin

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Israeli strikes on Rafah raise fear assault could begin

Israel bombed at least three homes in Rafah overnight, killing 11 people from a family. Residents fear a ground assault could be coming despite a U.N. Security Council resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire. In the West Bank, three Palestinians were killed and four wounded by Israeli fire during a raid in Jenin. Israeli forces have imposed a blockade on hospitals in Gaza, claiming they have been used by Hamas fighters. Residents report hearing explosions and seeing smoke coming from buildings inside the medical facility.

Police launch clampdown on organised crime

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Police launch clampdown on organised crime

Police in Cyprus have launched a 60-day clampdown on organised crime, with a focus on stepping up night patrols and carrying out coordinated operations and systematic vehicle checks. Crime per capita has risen for the second consecutive year, with offences against property constituting the largest group of offences. Officials of justice and police have been targeted by the underworld, leading to specific instructions for heightened surveillance in 36 geographic areas. Police unions have raised concerns about officers required to work overtime without appropriate remuneration and the inadequacy of staffing numbers and detention facilities.

A message with specific recipients behind the explosion at NAVA

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A message with specific recipients behind the explosion at NAVA

A bomb attack occurred at the summer club “Nava” in the Pernera area of Protaras in the early hours of a Thursday, causing significant concern for the police. This incident is linked to a conflict over control of the nightlife in free Famagusta and has broader implications due to the club’s previous ownership by individuals from Nicosia. The attack, which involved a low-powered improvised explosive device causing extensive damage to the club, is under investigation for potential connections to recent bombings in Nicosia. The unclear ownership of the club complicates the investigation. The club, popular among holidaymakers from Nicosia, was closed for the winter season and was scheduled to reopen before summer. Evidence from the scene is being analyzed, and individuals connected to the club’s management and others are being questioned. The police are investigating the incident as an attempted destruction of property with explosives and are seeking further testimonies and video evidence from the area.

Bomb explodes in Paralimni

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Bomb explodes in Paralimni

A bomb exploded outside a nightclub in the Pernera area of Paralimni in the early hours of Friday morning, causing extensive damage to the building’s glass front door but no injuries. The nightclub was closed at the time of the explosion, as it only operates during the summer months. Police cordoned off the scene, and pyrotechnic experts are set to investigate the incident, including collecting evidence to identify the type of explosive device used and examining CCTV footage to find the perpetrator.