All articles tagged with #explosions
Originally Published 7 days ago — by Politico
US officials discussed recent operations and explosions in Venezuela, with the administration emphasizing no ground troops are expected, while some lawmakers express concerns and seek clarity on the US strategy and endgame.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by Financial Times
Explosions have occurred in Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, with details and causes not specified in the article.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by CBS News
Explosions and low-flying aircraft were reported in Caracas, Venezuela, amid tensions involving US military strikes and political conflict, with the US targeting alleged drug trafficking sites and exerting pressure on Maduro's government.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by CNN
A CNN team in Caracas, Venezuela, reported witnessing multiple explosions early Saturday, with some areas losing power and hearing aircraft, amid heightened tensions and US warnings of potential actions against Venezuela's drug trafficking networks.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by AP News
Multiple explosions and low-flying aircraft were reported in Caracas, Venezuela, with the government accusing the US of attacking military and civilian sites, amid heightened US-Venezuela tensions and military activity in the region.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by politico.eu
Swiss President Parmelin postponed his New Year’s speech following a fire at a ski resort that caused explosions and spread rapidly; authorities have not confirmed the cause, but no attack is suspected. Several international leaders expressed condolences and support.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by KUT
Austin police arrested Derek Gillespie, 49, after a months-long investigation linked him to multiple explosions near St. Edward's University, with evidence found in his home and car; authorities confirmed there is no ongoing threat now that he is in custody.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by The Moscow Times
A Russian oil tanker, the Mersin, was hit by four explosions off Senegal, marking the third recent incident involving Russian fuel tankers defying Western sanctions. The ship was stabilized and crew safe, with no environmental pollution reported. Similar attacks on Russian vessels in the Black Sea involved upgraded naval drones, indicating targeted sabotage. These events highlight ongoing tensions and covert operations against Russian maritime assets.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Bloomberg.com
A Russian-linked oil tanker, Mersin, suffered three explosions near Dakar, Senegal, marking the third such incident involving vessels connected to Russia in recent days, with suspected involvement by Ukraine's security service; the vessel remains stable, and investigations are ongoing.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Bloomberg.com
Deadly explosions in India and Pakistan within 24 hours have heightened regional tensions, with Pakistan blaming India for supporting terrorism and India investigating a possible terror attack in New Delhi. The incidents, claimed by Pakistani Taliban factions and denied by India, raise fears of renewed conflict between the nuclear-armed neighbors amid recent military clashes and ongoing political instability.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Guardian
At least 54 people were injured in explosions at a Jakarta high school mosque, with the suspect identified as a 17-year-old student who was injured and undergoing surgery; authorities are investigating the motive, including possible bullying and the white supremacist inscribed toy gun used in the attack.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NPR
A series of explosions at a Jakarta high school mosque injured at least 55 people, mostly students, with a 17-year-old student identified as the suspect. Authorities are investigating whether the incident was a terror attack, noting the suspect's possession of a toy gun with extremist inscriptions. The cause of the blasts remains under investigation, and no definitive motive has been established yet.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
Multiple explosions at a Jakarta high school mosque injured at least 55 people, mostly students, with authorities investigating the cause and urging against premature conclusions of terrorism, amid a history of security concerns in Indonesia.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Kyiv Independent
Multiple explosions have occurred near a Russian military base and an ammunition plant in Kopeysk, Russia, with casualties reported and ongoing investigations. The incidents come amid heightened tensions and Ukrainian strikes within Russia, including drone attacks and missile strikes, as part of the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Euronews.com
Italy's top court has blocked the extradition of Ukrainian suspect Serhii Kuznietsov to Germany over the Nord Stream pipeline explosions, requesting a reassessment by the appeals court. Kuznietsov, detained in Italy, denies involvement, claiming he was in Ukraine serving in the army at the time. The explosions damaged the Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines in 2022, prompting investigations by German authorities.