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Nigeria has rescued 308 citizens abducted in attacks in Niger and Kwara states, in what officials describe as the largest single-day rescue operation by the country's joint security forces. The operation involved the armed forces, police, and intelligence services.
Mexican TikToker Cesar Gastelum, with over 650,000 followers, was fatally shot during a live stream in Culiacan, Sinaloa. Authorities are investigating the killing, which occurred amid cartel violence in the region.
Iraq's PMF commander Falih al-Fayyadh has ordered heightened security measures for Arbaeen pilgrims in Karbala, emphasizing coordination among all forces. The event is expected to draw tens of millions of worshippers, requiring comprehensive planning to ensure their safety.
A suicide bomber struck outside a police station in Swat Valley, Pakistan, killing at least 14 and wounding 22 as residents protested against rising violence. The attack occurred in Kabal town near the Afghan border, prompting security forces to launch investigations.
Iran and Iraq have agreed to boost security cooperation for the Arbaeen pilgrimage, focusing on intelligence sharing, joint border coordination, and enhanced services along key routes. The measures aim to ensure the safety of millions of pilgrims heading to Karbala.
Iran's military leaders have highlighted space intelligence and defense economy as foundational to modernizing armed forces. The emphasis is on satellite tech for early warning and a self-reliant defense industry amid sanctions.
An explosion near a café on Kudrinskaya Square in Moscow on the evening of December 21 killed at least 3 people and injured 15, according to local authorities. Police and emergency services responded, and the cause is under investigation.
Japan has launched the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) to strengthen intelligence coordination and counter espionage. The new agency is a cornerstone of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's security agenda, addressing growing regional threats.
In the Set Zaynab district south of Damascus, residents hope for safer days but remain haunted by the scars of over a decade of war. The shrine once drew crowds of Shia pilgrims, but since the Assad regime fell, tourism has collapsed and sectarian tensions persist. Security has improved, yet locals still urge caution as the new government works to stabilise the area.
