Dil E Nadaan
Madhubanti Bagchi & Sumonto Mukherjee
International News from Friday, September 25th, 2026
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WHO says Congo Ebola outbreak spreads to two new health zones
The World Health Organization said on Friday that the Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has spread to two additional health zones, bringing the total number affected to 63 across seven provinces.
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Five missing after explosion collapses building in Athens
Five people were missing on Friday after an explosion caused a residential building to collapse in a touristic area of central Athens, injuring three people and damaging houses, shops and cars across a historic neighbourhood.
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Congo military plane crash kills 13
Thirteen people, including three army officers, were killed on Friday when a military plane crashed in Democratic Republic of Congo.
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Kazakhstan detains defence officials after 14 die during naval exercise
Authorities in Kazakhstan have detained five Defence Ministry officials including the first deputy navy commander, a day after 14 servicemen were swept out to sea and died during a training exercise.
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At UN, Netanyahu defends Israel as delegates walk out
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu mounted a forceful defence of Israel's actions in the region at the UN, seeking to counter growing international isolation ahead of elections he could lose, as dozens of delegates streamed out.
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Trump, Xi wrap up summit with tea and tour of US archives
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping drank tea at the White House on Friday and visited the National Archives, capping a three-day summit that showcased personal diplomacy rather than big breakthroughs in economic relations.
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Gaza facing world's worst economic crisis, says UNCTAD
The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) warned that the Palestinian economy is currently facing “the most severe economic crisis recorded anywhere in the world", with an estimate $71.5 billion needed for recovery.
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Malaysian ex-PM Najib asks court for stay of 15-year jail sentence
Jailed former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak has asked a court to suspend a 15-year prison sentence imposed on him for his involvement in a multibillion-dollar corruption scandal, his lawyer said on Friday, a week after he received a royal pardon on a separate conviction.
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France to send military to protect Saudi Arabia, Macron says
France will send troops and defence systems to Saudi Arabia to help protect the Red Sea port city of Yanbu, which is key for energy transport, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday.
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UAE allocates $10 million to fight Ebola outbreak in AfricaUAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has directed the allocation of $10 million to support international efforts to contain the Ebola outbreak in Africa and strengthen healthcare systems in affected areas.
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Dubai event prepares more than 10 million meals for GazaMore than 10 million meals were prepared for people in Gaza during the "Ahmed bin Rashid Humanitarian Bridge" event at Dubai World Trade Centre on Saturday, attended by Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
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Abu Dhabi Police urges parents to ensure children use e-scooters safelyAbu Dhabi Police has urged parents to make sure children follow safety rules when using e-scooters and electric bicycles.
