Millions of liters of untreated sewage have been released into the sea in Wellington, New Zealand, following a wastewater treatment plant failure, prompting authorities to advise residents to avoid local beaches. In other news, a suicide bombing at a Shiite mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan, claimed at least 31 lives and injured 169, while a Russian general is fighting for his life after being shot in Moscow. Additionally, protests erupted in Milan, Italy, against the presence of US immigration agents, and Cristiano Ronaldo missed his second consecutive game for Al-Nassr amid reports of discontent.
The sewage leak in Wellington has been described as an environmental disaster by local authorities, according to The Guardian. Residents are warned not to enter the water, collect seafood, or walk their dogs on local beaches. The incident occurred after a disaster at a nearby treatment plant, though the exact cause was not immediately available.
In Pakistan, the suicide bombing took place during Friday morning prayers at a Shiite mosque on the outskirts of Islamabad, as reported by Sky News. The bomber reportedly opened fire on security guards before detonating the explosives. Witnesses described chaotic scenes, with bodies on the mosque's floors and the wounded calling for help.
Meanwhile, in Moscow, Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseyev was shot multiple times in a residential building, according to Sky News. The Russian government has blamed Ukraine for the attack, though details surrounding the incident remain unclear. The general is currently fighting for his life.
In Milan, hundreds of protesters gathered to reject the presence of United States immigration agents before the opening ceremony of the Milano Cortina Winter Games, as reported by Al Jazeera. The student-led demonstration featured banners criticizing the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials.
Finally, Cristiano Ronaldo missed his second consecutive game for Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League, according to Al Jazeera. Reports indicate the five-time Ballon d'Or winner is unhappy with the club's lack of transfer activity.
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