The US Embassy in Ukraine has closed due to a “potential significant air attack,” advising US citizens to be prepared to shelter immediately. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Ambassador Bridget Brink addressed staff and families, urging citizens to identify shelter, take cover if an alert is announced, and follow Ukrainian officials’ guidance. The move could enable a nuclear response to attacks on Russia by nations backed by nuclear powers, with citizens instructed to monitor local media for updates.
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Pakistan train hijacking: Hostage rescue complicated by suicide bombers
Suicide bombers and separatist militants hijacked a train in southwest Pakistan, taking scores of passengers hostage. The Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility for the attack, demanding the release of political prisoners. Pakistani forces have rescued 155 passengers, with ongoing rescue efforts and casualties reported amidst the standoff. Full Article
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