STC Head Fled to Abu Dhabi
Al-Zubaidi reportedly boarded an aircraft accompanied by Emirati officers and flew to Mogadishu airport in Somalia. Following a brief stop, the aircraft continued toward the Arabian Gulf without declaring a destination.
January 9, 2026
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Hamas Ready to Step Aside from Gaza Governance
Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem noted that the proposal has already gained approval from Hamas as well as other Palestinian factions.
January 9, 2026
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Trump Warns of Further US Air Strikes in Nigeria
Nigeria, home to more than 230 million people. The country has long struggled with insecurity, including extremist violence and mass kidnappings, particularly in northern regions.
January 9, 2026
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Trump Sets New AAG Post to Combat 'Fraud'
The issue gained national attention in December after a video circulated online by conservative YouTuber Nick Shirley, alleging wrongdoing at childcare centres run by members of the Somali community.
January 9, 2026
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Venezuela Begins Large Prisoner Release Amid US Pressure
Speaking publicly, National Assembly Speaker Jorge Rodríguez—brother of the interim leader—confirmed that Venezuelan citizens and foreign nationals were being freed immediately in the interest of social stability. He did not disclose names, locations, or exact figures.
January 9, 2026
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Iran Faces Nationwide Internet Blackout Amid Escalating Protests
Online monitoring group NetBlocks reports a nationwide internet blackout in Iran, following protests over economic crisis and digital censorship measures.
January 9, 2026
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Spain Ready to Send Troops to Palestine for Peacekeeping: Sanchez
Spain expresses readiness to deploy peacekeeping forces to Palestine, similar to its willingness to send troops to Ukraine.
January 9, 2026
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Medical College in Jammu Loses Recognition Amid Hindu-Muslim Controversy
The Shree Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence in Jammu loses its license following protests over the admission of predominantly Muslim students.
January 8, 2026
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Trump Backs Bill Allowing 500% Tariffs on India for Continued Russian Oil Purchases
The proposed sanctions bill targets nations, including India, maintaining trade ties with Russia, aiming to cut off financial support for Russia's military operations.