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Government officials and aid groups report deadly bombings in Congolese displacement camps blamed on Rwandan army and M23 rebels

Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo – Two camps for displaced people in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo were rocked by twin bomb blasts, resulting in the tragic deaths of at least 12 individuals, including children. The United Nations, aid group, and government officials confirmed the devastating impact of the explosions in Lac Vert and Mugunga, near the city of Goma, the capital of North Kivu province. The attacks, which left over 20 people …

Huge Explosion at Cambodian Army Base Caused by Mishandling of Ammunition: Senior Military Official

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – A tragic accident at an army base in southwestern Cambodia over the weekend resulted in the death of 20 soldiers, according to a senior military official. The incident, which occurred on Saturday afternoon in Kampong Speu province, was believed to have been caused by mishandling of ammunition by the troops on site. Army spokesperson, Major General Mao Phalla, explained that the soldiers were in the process of transferring ammunition from trucks …

Massive blast rocks compound of Iraqi army group linked to Iran-led forces

Baghdad, Iraq – A massive explosion rocked the base of an Iranian-backed Iraqi army unit, causing chaos and devastation in the area. The explosion, believed to have been caused by a bomb, resulted in a significant loss of life and injuries among the unit members. The incident has raised tensions in the region and drawn attention to the ongoing conflict between different factions in Iraq. The explosion comes at a time of heightened political instability …

Loud Explosion Rocks Holon and Bat Yam; Army Exercise Blamed

Residents in Holon and Bat Yam were startled by a loud explosion today, originating from an army exercise in the area. The blast was heard throughout the cities, causing concern among the population. The explosion, which occurred during a routine army drill, led to an increase in emergency calls to authorities, with residents reporting windows shaking and buildings vibrating. Thankfully, no injuries were reported in connection with the blast. Local officials have reassured residents that …

Thailand’s Foreign Minister Urges Restraint After Myanmar Army Loss

Mae Sot, Thailand – Following the loss of an important border trading town to guerrillas in Myanmar, Thailand’s foreign minister emphasized the need for restraint and peaceful resolutions to the escalating situation. The town of Myawaddy was relinquished by Myanmar’s army, granting control to the ethnic Karen National Union and their allies, the pro-democracy People’s Defense Forces. In the wake of the military’s successive defeats since October, stemming from the coup that ousted Aung San …

Four Charged in Murder of Long Beach Army Veteran – Suspects Arrested in Tragic Shooting Incident

LONG BEACH, California – Four individuals have been taken into custody and charged in connection with the tragic loss of a Long Beach father and Army veteran. The suspects have been identified as Taylor Byron Woods, aged 20, from Bellflower; Semaj Lamar O’Brien, aged 21, from Long Beach; Jordan Omarion Stokes, aged 18, from Long Beach; and Tyrell DeShawn Louden Jr., aged 20, from Indio. They are facing charges for the murder of Mario Morales-Moreno, …

Ministry of Defence pressed on knowledge of British army video in Co Derry shooting case

LONDON, UK – The Ministry of Defence (MoD) faces scrutiny in clarifying its knowledge of a British army video possibly depicting the fatal shooting of Co Derry man, Francis Bradley, by the SAS. The video’s existence came to light during an inquest into the suspected shoot-to-kill operation that led to Bradley’s death near Toome in February 1986. Aged 20 at the time, Bradley was shot near an arms dump, later honored by the IRA. Coroner …

Indonesian Army Apologizes for Massive Explosion at Military Complex, Promises Compensation

Bogor Regency, West Java province in Indonesia – The Indonesian Army issued an apology following a significant explosion at a military complex near Jakarta that occurred two days ago. The blast took place in Ciangsana village at an ammunition warehouse, prompting the evacuation of 135 families. No casualties were reported in the incident. Maruli Simanjuntak, Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Army, conducted a visit to the site the following day. He reassured the public …

Salvation Army Addresses Deaths in Denver Shelter, Acknowledges Ongoing Issue of Homeless Encampment Dangers

Denver, Colorado – In response to recent deaths at a former hotel serving as a shelter for the homeless in Denver, the Salvation Army is acknowledging that the incidents reflect an ongoing issue within the city’s encampments. Since the beginning of the year, seven individuals have passed away at the Salvation Army’s DoubleTree shelter, with most cases still under investigation by the Denver Medical Examiner’s Office. Among these fatalities was a tragic double murder that …

Oregon Commemorates 80th Anniversary of Tragic 1944 Munitions Explosion at Umatilla Army Ordnance Depot

HERMISTON, OR – In a solemn commemoration of the tragic events that unfolded 80 years ago, the Columbia Development Authority and the Oregon Military Department came together to honor the memory of the six workers who lost their lives in the 1944 munitions explosion at the former Umatilla Army Ordnance Depot. The memorial service, held on March 21, 2024, served as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who served their country. State …