Morning Digest | Two Army officers among four killed in Rajouri encounter,Israeli officials say Gaza hostages won’t be released before Friday, and more
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Israeli officials say no Gaza pause, hostage releases before Friday
Israeli officials said there would be no pause in the Gaza fighting or any release of hostages held by Hamas before Friday, despite the two sides agreeing a truce.
Two Army officers, two soldiers killed in Rajouri encounter
Two Army captains and two soldiers were killed in an ongoing anti-militancy operation to flush out the hiding militants in a hamlet in the Pir Panjal valley’s Rajouri district on November 22. The Army said the hiding militants were also injured in the firefight.
Uttarkashi tunnel collapse | Workers in Silkyara tunnel closer to freedom
The 41 workers stuck in a collapsed tunnel in Uttarakhand’s Silkyara are likely to see sunlight on Thursday, for the first time since they were trapped on November 12, according to rescue teams working round the clock to create an escape route.
Two dead in vehicle explosion at U.S.-Canada border crossing
Bangladesh shows potential interest in acquiring JF-17 fighter jets from Pakistan, enhancing defense cooperation and ties.
Shorts News:Watch: Iran: At least 25 killed as protests turn deadly
Shorts News:Watch: India concerned about recent developments: EAM Jaishankar on Venezuela crisis
Oxford University Press apologizes for unverified statements about Shivaji Maharaj in a book published over 20 years ago.
Uganda's security forces face accusations of violence against opposition leader Bobi Wine ahead of the upcoming presidential election.
Tear gas used by Iranian forces during protests accidentally drifts towards a hospital, sparking controversy amid rising tensions.
Saudi-led coalition conducts limited strikes in Yemen to curb UAE-backed separatists' territorial expansion amid ongoing conflict.
A 6.4-magnitude earthquake hit southern Philippines with no tsunami alert, causing no immediate damage or casualties reported.
Venezuelan leader Delcy Rodriguez asserts no foreign power governs the country amid U.S. oil takeover and political turmoil.
The U.S. expands visa bond requirements, now affecting 38 countries, mandating bonds up to $15,000 for applicants.
Venezuela's interim leader declares a week of mourning for victims of the U.S. attack, honoring military and civilian lives lost.
Trump announces Venezuela will deliver 30-50 million barrels of oil to the U.S. following Maduro's ousting.
Michael Reagan, son of Ronald Reagan and conservative commentator, dies at 80, remembered for his talk radio contributions.