World News in Brief: Haiti gang massacre, Taliban crackdown continues, Ukraine’s civilian death toll rises
December 9, 2024
Haiti gang massacre
At least 10 people were killed and several others injured in a gang-related massacre in the Haitian capital of Port-au-Prince on Thursday. The victims were reportedly targeted because they were perceived to be supporters of the rival “400 Mawozo” gang. The massacre is the latest in a series of violent incidents that have plagued Haiti in recent months, as gangs have become increasingly powerful and the government has struggled to maintain control.
Taliban crackdown continues
The Taliban have continued their crackdown on dissent in Afghanistan, arresting several activists and journalists in recent days. The arrests come as the Taliban face growing international pressure to respect human rights and allow for freedom of expression. However, the Taliban have shown little sign of moderating their behavior, and the crackdown is likely to continue.
Ukraine’s civilian death toll rises
The civilian death toll in the war in Ukraine has risen to over 6,000, according to the United Nations. The vast majority of casualties have been caused by Russian shelling and airstrikes. The war has also caused a humanitarian crisis, with millions of people displaced and in need of food, shelter, and medical care.
Other news in brief
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been indicted on corruption charges.
- The United States has imposed sanctions on Iran in response to its nuclear program.
- North Korea has fired a ballistic missile over Japan.
- The European Union has agreed to a new trade deal with the United Kingdom.
- The World Health Organization has declared the end of the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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