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Blast at Islamabad Mosque Leaves Dozens Dead

                    Blood stains at the site of a deadly explosion at a Shi'ite Muslim mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan A suicide bomber detonated explosives inside a crowded Shi’ite mosque in Islamabad, killing 31 people and injuring many others during Friday prayers. The attack struck the Tarlai neighborhood, where worshippers had gathered in large numbers, turning a moment of devotion into chaos and devastation. Witnesses described a powerful blast that shattered windows, collapsed parts of the structure, and left victims trapped beneath debris. Emergency teams and local residents worked together to rush the wounded to nearby hospitals, where several remain in critical condition. Authorities have heightened security across the capital as investigators work to determine how the attacker breached the area and whether others were involved. The bombing marks one of the deadliest assaults in the city in years and has intensified ...

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Israel Ends 844‑Day Hostage Countdown Clock

Women wrapped in Israeli flags stand in front of a clock counting the days since the deadly October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, at 'Hostages Square' in Tel Aviv.

A powerful symbol of national grief and determination in Tel Aviv is coming to a halt. After 844 days, the digital clock in Hostages Square—installed to mark the time since the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack—will be switched off. The clock had become a central rallying point for families and supporters demanding the return of Israelis taken captive during the assault.

Its shutdown follows the recovery of the final hostage’s body, bringing a painful chapter to a close. The last victim, 24‑year‑old Ran Gvili, was killed while defending his community on the day of the attack. His family expressed deep gratitude for the solidarity shown throughout the long campaign to bring every hostage home.

For many Israelis, turning off the clock is both a moment of closure and a reminder of the profound losses endured. It marks the end of a long vigil and the beginning of a period of reflection on the events that reshaped the nation.


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