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Libya’s top military commander, General Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad, and seven others died when their private jet crashed shortly after departing Ankara, Turkey. The delegation was returning from defence talks. Turkish investigators have begun probing the cause of the accident as officials mourn this significant loss for Libya’s armed forces.
Former Indian foreign secretary KC Singh says recent VHP-led protests over violence against Hindus may have worsened diplomatic strains with Bangladesh and argues that India should have exercised more caution to avoid deepening the crisis. His remarks come amid heightened unrest and friction between the neighbors.
Western intelligence agencies believe Russia may be working on an anti-satellite weapon designed to disrupt Elon Musk’s Starlink internet constellation. The so-called “zone-effect” system could scatter dense pellets in orbit, risking harm to multiple satellites and wider space infrastructure. Analysts question how feasible and safe it would be.
Diplomatic ties between India and Bangladesh have frayed after violent protests in Dhaka and the suspension of visa services by both sides. The crisis has drawn U.S. engagement with Bangladesh’s chief adviser, Muhammad Yunus, to ease tensions, highlighting growing political unrest and strained bilateral cooperation.
A senior police chief has suggested that three officers may be linked to a leaked audio recording allegedly involving bribery in Nakhon Si Thammarat. Authorities are reviewing the clip as part of an internal investigation, raising fresh concerns about accountability and transparency within the local police force.
