World News in Brief: Deadly China quake, Killings of Alawites in Syria, executions in Iran, CAR rights defenders, finance and food crises
January 7, 2025
Deadly China quake
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck southwestern China’s Sichuan province early Tuesday, killing at least 21 people and injuring more than 250. The quake, which was centered in the city of Luding, caused widespread damage to buildings and infrastructure. Rescue workers are searching through the rubble for survivors, but hopes are fading as the hours pass.
Killings of Alawites in Syria
Reports have emerged of a massacre in the Syrian village of al-Rihan, where dozens of Alawites were killed by suspected rebel fighters. The attack occurred on Monday, and the victims included women and children. The Syrian government has condemned the killings as a “heinous crime” and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Executions in Iran
Iran has executed four prisoners who were convicted of espionage and collaboration with foreign powers. The executions were carried out on Monday in Tehran’s Evin prison. The prisoners were all dual nationals, and their executions have been condemned by the United Nations and human rights groups.
CAR rights defenders
Two human rights defenders were killed in the Central African Republic (CAR) on Monday. The victims, who were working for the organization Human Rights Watch, were shot and killed by unknown assailants. The murders have sparked outrage among human rights groups, who are calling for an investigation into the killings.
Finance and food crises
The world is facing a deepening financial and food crisis. The war in Ukraine has disrupted global supply chains and sent food and energy prices soaring. The United Nations has warned that millions of people are at risk of starvation. The crisis is also causing widespread financial instability, as investors become increasingly nervous about the future.
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World News in Brief: Deadly China quake, Killings of Alawites in Syria, executions in Iran, CAR rights defenders, finance and food crises
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