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Slovak PM injured in shooting attack [PHOTOS+VIDEO]

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Slovak PM injured in shooting attack [PHOTOS+VIDEO]

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot and wounded in the abdomen after a government meeting in Handlova. Police detained a man and Fico was hit by one of the four shots fired. Emergency services sent a helicopter for the 59-year-old prime minister. President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen condemned the attack. Fico was meeting with the Slovak government as part of a country tour. Slovakia’s biggest opposition party canceled a planned protest following the shooting.

Government bill aims to expand authority of private security guards

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Government bill aims to expand authority of private security guards

The government is proposing a major overhaul of the legislation governing security guards and private security companies to prevent individuals with private security licenses from working for criminal organizations. The new bill grants security guards powers similar to police officers, except for carrying firearms, and includes conducting searches, using detection dogs, and wearing uniforms. The bill redefines “security guard” and specifies the services they can provide. Companies can hold multiple licenses based on the services they offer, and the use of force is limited, with batons generally prohibited.

Move to install cameras in schools approved

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Move to install cameras in schools approved

Fact: Personal data protection commissioner Irene Loizidou Nicolaidou approved a plan to install CCTV cameras at schools to deal with violence and delinquency.

Iran vows revenge on Israel after Damascus embassy attack

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Iran vows revenge on Israel after Damascus embassy attack

Iran has vowed to retaliate against Israel for an airstrike that killed two of its generals and five other military advisers in Damascus, heightening tensions in the Middle East conflict. The attack on the Iranian embassy compound in Syria was one of the most significant strikes on Iranian interests in the country. Israel has not claimed responsibility for the attack, but a senior Israeli official stated that the individuals targeted had been planning attacks on Israeli and American assets. Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei promised revenge for the attack. The attack has drawn condemnation from Russia and raised concerns about escalating tensions in the region.

Guards and cameras to protect schools over Easter

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Guards and cameras to protect schools over Easter

Fact: Overnight security guards and CCTV cameras are set to be installed to protect schools from potential vandalism and trespassing over the Easter holidays. The CCTV cameras will only be placed in schools deemed to be at a higher risk of criminal activity.