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Both pilots dead after plane and fire truck collision at New York airport

Two pilots were killed and several people injured after an Air Canada Express aircraft collided with a fire truck on a runway at New York’s LaGuardia Airport.

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A pilot and co-pilot were killed after an Air Canada Express passenger aircraft collided with a fire truck at New York’s LaGuardia Airport late Sunday night, according to media reports. Several others, including firefighters, were injured in the incident that occurred on the runway.

The collision reportedly took place at around 11:38 pm local time when the incoming CRJ-900 aircraft struck a fire truck on runway 4. The aircraft was arriving from Montreal and was operated by regional carrier Jazz Airlines. Reports said the aircraft hit the vehicle at a speed of about 24 miles per hour (39 kmph).

At least 13 people were injured in the accident, including two firefighters. Officials said a sergeant and an officer who were inside the fire truck suffered broken limbs and were taken to a hospital, where they were reported to be in stable condition.

There were 72 passengers and four crew members on board the Bombardier CRJ-900 aircraft. Their conditions were being evaluated after the collision. Videos circulating on social media showed the front section of the plane damaged and tilted while passengers were being evacuated. The footage, however, could not be independently verified.

Following the incident, the US Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground stop at LaGuardia Airport due to the emergency. Arriving flights were either diverted to other airports or returned to their origin. A notice to airmen also indicated that the airport could remain closed until 1800 GMT, though officials had not yet confirmed the full extent of the damage.

Reports said the fire truck had been cleared to cross runway 4 to respond to a United 737 Max aircraft that had declared an emergency on the ground due to a strange odour that was making flight attendants sick. The collision happened as the CRJ-900 was heading toward the gate amid heavy weather in the area.

Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident.

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US, Nigerian forces kill ISIS global deputy chief Abu Bilal al-Minuki, says Trump

Donald Trump announced that US and Nigerian forces had eliminated Abu Bilal al-Minuki, described as ISIS’s global second-in-command, in a joint Africa operation.

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US President Donald Trump on Friday announced that American and Nigerian forces had killed Abu Bilal al-Minuki, whom he described as the global second-in-command of the Islamic State group (ISIS), during a joint military operation in Africa.

According to Trump, the operation was conducted under his direction and involved US forces working alongside the Armed Forces of Nigeria in what he called a “meticulously planned” and “very complex” mission.

In a statement posted on Truth Social, Trump said Abu Bilal al-Minuki believed he could remain hidden in Africa, but intelligence sources had tracked his movements. He also claimed the ISIS leader had been among the “most active terrorists in the world.”

Trump thanked the Nigerian government for cooperating in the operation and said the killing would weaken ISIS’s global activities. However, officials did not immediately release details about the exact location or timing of the mission.

There has been no independent confirmation yet from Nigerian authorities regarding the operation or al-Minuki’s role within the terror organisation.

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PM Modi arrives in Netherlands to strengthen bilateral cooperation

PM Modi has reached the Netherlands for high-level talks aimed at expanding India’s cooperation with the European nation in trade, technology, defence and renewable energy sectors.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the Netherlands on Friday as part of his ongoing five-nation diplomatic visit aimed at strengthening India’s partnerships across Europe and West Asia.

The Prime Minister is expected to hold bilateral discussions with Dutch Leadership in The Hague, with talks likely to focus on trade, investment, technology, defence cooperation and renewable energy.

During the visit, PM Modi will also meet King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands. He is additionally scheduled to interact with members of the Indian community and Dutch business leaders.

The Netherlands visit follows PM Modi’s brief stop in the United Arab Emirates, where discussions were held on energy and strategic cooperation.

According to officials, India and the Netherlands have expanded cooperation in recent years beyond traditional sectors such as agriculture, water management and healthcare. Collaboration has increasingly grown in areas including semiconductors, innovation, maritime security, renewable energy and advanced technologies.

The Netherlands remains one of India’s major trade partners in Europe. Bilateral trade between the two countries was valued at around USD 27.8 billion in 2024-25, while the Netherlands is also among the top foreign investors in India.

PM Modi’s Europe tour also includes visits to Sweden, Norway and Italy as India seeks to strengthen economic and strategic engagement with European nations.

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Trump returns from China as report claims US preparing major new Iran strikes

Donald Trump’s return from China has intensified speculation over possible new US military action against Iran as diplomatic efforts remain uncertain.

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US President Donald Trump has returned from his China visit amid reports claiming his administration could be preparing a new phase of military action against Iran, described in some reports as “Epic Fury 2.0”.

The development comes as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue over Iran’s nuclear programme and the security situation around the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping route. During his Beijing visit, Trump said both the United States and China agreed that Iran should not possess nuclear weapons and that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open.

According to reports, the Trump administration has shown increasing frustration with stalled negotiations involving Iran. Trump recently said he was “losing patience” with Tehran while also hinting at possible further military action if a deal is not reached.

The phrase “Epic Fury 2.0” appears linked to the earlier “Operation Epic Fury”, a large-scale US military campaign launched earlier this year targeting Iranian military infrastructure. US officials previously claimed the operation significantly weakened Iran’s defence capabilities.

Trump’s China visit itself was dominated by discussions around the Iran conflict, trade issues and regional stability. Reports said the US President sought support from Chinese President Xi Jinping on preventing escalation in the Middle East and ensuring free movement through the Strait of Hormuz.

However, no official announcement has yet been made by the White House regarding any fresh military operation against Iran. The reports have emerged amid continuing uncertainty over diplomacy and ceasefire efforts in the region.

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