Nigeria Reels After Suspected Islamist Attack Leaves Over 170 Dead
Woro, Nigeria – A brutal attack in the remote village of Woro, Nigeria, on Tuesday left at least 170 people dead, according to a local lawmaker speaking to Reuters. The incident is being described as one of the deadliest acts of violence in the country this year, which has been plagued by sectarian conflict.
Survivors reported that the attackers were suspected Islamist militants who demanded villagers embrace Sharia law. When the villagers resisted, the gunmen reportedly bound their hands behind their backs and executed them, officials claimed.
The attack underscores the ongoing challenges Nigeria faces in combating extremist groups and maintaining security in its remote regions. The country has experienced a surge in sectarian violence in recent years.
Diplomatic Efforts Underway Amidst Geopolitical Tensions
Dubai, UAE – As Nigeria grappled with the aftermath of the attack, diplomatic efforts were underway in other parts of the world to address escalating tensions in the Middle East and Eastern Europe.
In Dubai, the World Governments Summit saw record European participation, with the UAE positioning itself as a neutral hub for global dialogue. Officials stated that the summit provided a platform for countries, even adversaries, to engage in dialogue. Omar Al Olama, UAE minister of state for AI, emphasized the need for a place where different geographies can at least have dialogue.
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, also attending the summit, expressed his support for renewed US-Iran talks and efforts to promote stability in the Middle East. "I want to emphasise that the question of war and peace is in the hands of the government and solely of the government," Salam told Euronews' EU editor Maria Tadeo, stressing the importance of avoiding an "all-out war."
Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that Iran and the United States would hold nuclear talks on Friday in Oman. The announcement came after indications that the anticipated talks were faltering. Tensions between the countries remain high following Iran's crackdown on nationwide protests last month.
In Eastern Europe, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the human cost of the war with Russia during an interview with French public broadcaster France 2 on Wednesday. Zelenskyy revealed that, "officially, on the battlefield, the number" of Ukrainian soldiers killed is 55,000.
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