Nigeria Reels After Suspected Islamist Attack Leaves Over 170 Dead
Woro, Nigeria – A brutal attack in the remote village of Woro, Nigeria, left more than 170 people dead on Tuesday, according to a local lawmaker speaking to Reuters. The incident is believed to be one of the deadliest this year in a country already struggling with widespread sectarian violence (Sky News).
The attackers, described as a mob of gunmen, reportedly targeted villagers who refused to embrace Sharia law. Survivors told Reuters that the jihadist raiders demanded the villagers adopt their strict religious code, but were met with resistance (Sky News). Officials claimed that many victims had their hands bound behind their backs before being executed (Sky News).
The attack underscores the escalating tensions and violence plaguing Nigeria in recent years. The country has been rocked by sectarian clashes and the rise of extremist groups, leading to widespread instability and loss of life (Sky News).
Iran and US to Hold Nuclear Talks in Oman
Tehran, Iran – Despite earlier reports of cancellation, Iran and the United States will hold nuclear talks in Oman on Friday, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced Wednesday (Euronews). The announcement came after hours of uncertainty, with some media outlets reporting the talks had been called off due to disagreements over format and content (Euronews). The talks are scheduled amidst heightened tensions between the two countries, following Iran’s crackdown on nationwide protests last month (Euronews).
In other news, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has emerged as a frontrunner in Bangladesh after the 2024 uprising that toppled Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and sidelined the Awami League (Al Jazeera). Al Jazeera interviewed BNP Secretary-General Mirza Fakhrul Alamgir about Tarique Rahman’s vision for the country and whether the BNP genuinely represents political change.
Also, Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, former Libyan leader Muammar Gadaffi’s son, was killed by four masked men in his Zintan home in what his political team blasted as a cowardly and treacherous assassination (Al Jazeera).
Spain is reeling as Storm Leonardo batters Andalucía with floods and mass evacuations (Euronews).
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