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WorldFeb 26

Russia launches major overnight attack on Ukraine as US diplomats hold Geneva talks

Russia fired 420 drones and 39 missiles at Ukraine overnight, injuring dozens, as US envoys continue diplomatic efforts in Geneva.

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WorldMar 29

33 Bodies Including 25 Children Found in Mass Grave in Kenya

Authorities in Kenya discovered 33 bodies, including 25 children, in a mass grave in Kericho during an investigation into a hospital morgue transfer.

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WorldMar 6

U.S., Canada Scramble Jets After Russian Aircraft Enter Defense Zone

NORAD detected Russian military aircraft operating in Alaskan and Canadian Air Defense Identification Zones, prompting fighter jet response.

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WorldMar 25

290 US Service Members Injured in Operation Epic Fury Against Iran, CENTCOM Reports

U.S. Central Command reports 290 service members injured during Operation Epic Fury targeting Iran, with most returning to duty.

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WorldMar 17

Syrian Authorities Ban Alcohol Sales in Damascus

Syrian authorities have imposed a ban on alcohol sales in Damascus, marking a significant policy shift in the capital city.

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WorldMar 9

Turkey to deploy F-16 fighter jets to northern Cyprus

Turkey plans to deploy six F-16 fighter jets to northern Cyprus, according to Turkish broadcaster NTV.

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WorldFeb 25

Swiss Government to Provide $56,000 Payments to Crans-Montana Bar Fire Victims

Switzerland will pay solidarity contributions to victims of the Crans-Montana bar fire that killed 41 people and injured 115 others.

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WorldMar 13

Tourism Industry Faces Dual Pressures from Protests and Rising Fuel Costs

Anti-tourism incidents reported in Tenerife while airlines raise fares due to Middle East conflict affecting fuel prices ahead of Easter holidays.

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WorldMar 9

Slovakia PM Fico to Meet EU's von der Leyen on Druzhba Oil Pipeline Dispute

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico will meet with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to discuss restarting oil flows through the Druzhba pipeline.

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WorldMar 17

Spain Warns EU Against Suspending Carbon Market to Lower Energy Prices

Spain has cautioned the European Union against suspending its carbon trading system as a means to reduce energy costs.

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WorldMar 5

China Sets 4.5-5% Growth Target as Legislature Convenes for Annual Session

China's National People's Congress opened with Premier Li Qiang announcing a slightly lower economic growth target amid domestic challenges and global uncertainties.

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WorldMar 21

U.S.-Led Coalition Forces Invade Iraq, Beginning Military Operation

On March 20, 2003, U.S.-led coalition forces launched an invasion of Iraq, marking the beginning of what would become known as the Iraq War.

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WorldMar 8

Vatican Names New Ambassador to United States

Italian Archbishop Gabriele Caccia has been appointed as the new Vatican ambassador to the United States.

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WorldMar 13

Man arrested at Miami airport with 75 pounds of marijuana in checked luggage

Harrison Tiernan, 23, was detained at Miami International Airport after authorities found 65 vacuum-sealed packages of marijuana in his checked bags.

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WorldMar 15

Indonesia's Prabowo Comments on Middle East Tensions Amid Regional Concerns

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto expressed views on escalating Middle East tensions involving the US, Israel, and Iran.

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