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Asia Tightens Airport Screening as Nipah Virus Concerns Rise

  Airport health authorities wearing protective masks monitor passengers from international flights arriving at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok, Thailand, amid reports of a Nipah outbreak. Airports across Asia are stepping up health surveillance as several countries respond to renewed concerns over the Nipah virus following confirmed cases in India. The virus, known for its high fatality rate and potential for human‑to‑human transmission, has prompted authorities to reintroduce precautionary screening measures to limit cross‑border spread. Health officials in Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Nepal, and Taiwan have implemented temperature checks, health declarations, and targeted monitoring of passengers arriving from affected regions. While the number of confirmed cases remains limited, the severity of the virus has led governments to act swiftly. Nipah virus infections are rare but dangerous, with symptoms ranging from fever and headaches to severe respir...

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Gaza Strip Airstrikes: A Tragic Toll

 

On Thursday, Israeli airstrikes resulted in the deaths of at least 26 people across the Gaza Strip. The strikes targeted Hamas security officers and an Israeli-declared humanitarian zone. Among the casualties were three children and two senior Hamas police officers. 

The strikes have exacerbated the already dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, where hundreds of thousands of displaced people are seeking shelter. The ongoing conflict has led to widespread destruction and significant loss of life, with over 45,000 Palestinians killed since the war began. The international community continues to call for a ceasefire and a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

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