Lebanon’s Hezbollah militant group elected Sheikh Naim Qassem as its new head following Hassan Nasrallah’s death, with Qassem expressing determination in a televised address to continue the conflict with Israel without being the first to cry. He supported ceasefire efforts by ally Nabih Berri, omitting a previous condition, and confirmed the death of senior Hezbollah figure Hashem Safieddine. Qassem, born in Beirut in 1953, began his political career with the Lebanese Shi’ite Amal Movement before joining Hezbollah in 1982, eventually becoming deputy chief in 1991 and serving as a prominent spokesperson and coordinator of parliamentary campaigns.
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Lion's share: India's big cats roar to record 891; 32% jump in five years
India's Asiatic lion population surged from 674 in 2020 to 891 in 2025, marking a 32.2% increase, with adult females rising to 330. The latest count, which includes 497 lions in satellite populations and 22 in corridor areas, highlights a significant conservation success, as emphasized by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on World Lion Day. Want More Context? 🔎
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