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  A train derailed in Mexico, killing at least 13 people and injuring 100 others. The train, carrying over 200 people, derailed on Sunday in the Mexican state of Oaxaca.  The Mexican Navy's report said that the train derailed in the vicinity of Nizanda, carrying 241 passengers along with nine crew members on board. Local news reports say the Mexican Navy runs the railway line in the "Shoreline Belt" region. The Mexican Navy reported that 139 people are safe, 98 were injured, and sadly, 13 died in the incident. Emergency crews quickly responded to the deadly incident, while bodies were transported to a hospital for identification.

PAKISTAN, Balochistan —  In a strategic intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Kohlu District of Balochistan, security forces effectively neutralized five terrorists. The operationwas executed superbly, Pakistani forces targeted the terrorists' hideouts, eliminating five Indian-backed terrorists after a fierce exchange of fire, according to an ISPR news release on Friday. A large number of Weapons, ammunition, and explosives have been confiscated from terrorists operating in the region. Pakistan's Security Forces and Law Enforcement Agencies are gearing up IBOS to wipe out foreign-backed terrorism, the ISPR said Via press release.

Sindh, Karachi  —  The Pakistan Peoples Party Parliamentarians outshine other political parties by offering free, high-quality healthcare to underprivileged and middle-class communities. To enhance healthcare facilities, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto inaugurated a new building at Indus University Hospital (IUH) on Thursday.  This main project, backed by the Sindh government, is ready to become the country's largest free-of-charge hospital within the next three years. The hospital project, with a price tag of Rs 72 billion, is set to become Pakistan's biggest source of free medical care, packing in 1,350 bunks. The project is expected to be completed within 3 years. The project is meticulously crafted to address the expanding healthcare needs of Karachi's residents. Upon completion, it will provide a comprehensive array of services across various medical specialties, all at no cost, benefiting millions of patients annually. PPPP Chairman Bilawal shared that the new Indus Uni...

Pakistan and Libya agreed on a US $4.6 billion defense deal, boosting military cooperation between the two Muslim countries. Pakistan's growing presence as a competitive defense exporter outside traditional Western and Russian networks has been welcomed by the Pakistani people. The agreement was officially made during Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir's historic visit to Benghazi in mid-December 2025, marking the first visit by a Pakistani military leader to Libya.  Talks ended with a military cooperation framework signed at the LNA headquarters under Field Marshal Haftar. Both sides highlighted shared strategic interests and regional stability.  Libya’s eastern armed leader, Khalifa Haftar, showed interest in enhancing ties and obtaining advanced Pakistani defense systems, such as the cost-effective JF-17 Thunder fighter, a 4.5-generation jet co-developed with China, attracting global attention.  Analysts say that Libya's eastern-based Libyan National Army, le...

BAGHDAD, Iraq  —   President Asif Ali Zardari rolled into Baghdad on Saturday for an official visit all about boosting trade ties. President Zardari aims to strengthen relations with Baghdad following years of limited interaction.    "President Asif Ali Zardari arrived in Baghdad for a four-day official visit to Iraq," his office announced on social media.   Culture Minister Dr. Ahmed Fakkak Al-Badrani warmly welcomed him. The visit seeks to enhance cooperation and strengthen relations between Pakistan and Iraq through meetings with senior Iraqi leaders.   Zardari's trip is part of recent top-level meet-ups to boost ties between the two sides, focusing on economic, political, and community links.   Pakistan's foreign office announced that the president will hold discussions with Iraq's senior leaders regarding cooperation in trade, investment, energy, technology, education, and personnel. Mr Zardari is also expected to talk about regional a...

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan   —   Pakistani security forces  took down 17 terrorists in a smart, intel-led operation in  Lakki Marwat ,  Khyber Pakhtunkhwa , as reported by the  ISPR  on Saturday. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) stated that the military conducted an  IBO  on the night between Friday and Saturday. This was due to the "reported presence of terrorists thought to be financially backed by  India . During the operation, the military successfully targeted the terrorists' location, resulting in the neutralization of seventeen Indian-sponsored terrorists," the ISPR statement said.

New Delhi ,  INDIA  —  Indian police  report that 39 people lost their lives and around 50 others suffered injuries in a  stampede  at a  political rally in India  on Saturday. Authorities further reported that famous  Tamil actor   Vijay  held the rally as part of his campaign for next year's  state elections . A video recording from his rally depicts a large assembly of attendees surrounding a vehicle, upon which Vijay is observed standing and addressing the gathered crowd. In another scene, Vijay threw water bottles at supporters who were breaking down and asked the police for help when the crowd became unruly.  "Thirty-nine people, 13 men, 17 women, 4 boys, and 5 girls have died, while 51 others, comprising 26 men and 25 women, are in intensive care," stated Tamil Nadu's chief minister, MK Stalin , in Karur , where the incident occurred on Saturday. Yesterday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other politicians ...