A bomb attack on a congress center in Kerala, India, where Jehovah’s Witnesses had gathered, resulted in 2 fatalities and at least 40 injuries, with 5 people in critical condition. The attacker, Dominic Martin, surrendered to the police, claiming responsibility for the attack. He had expressed opposition to the group’s teachings in the past. Police are still investigating his involvement. Three explosions occurred during the attack. Jehovah’s Witnesses, an international Christian denomination with around 60,000 followers in India, held a three-day event at the venue.
Gazans Celebrate Ceasefire Between Israel and Hamas
Palestinians celebrated the ceasefire agreement reached between Israel and Hamas after indirect talks in Egypt, marking the first step of a broader peace plan involving hostage exchanges and Israeli troop withdrawals. Crowds, including children displaced by Israeli attacks, gathered around Al-Aqsa Martyrs’ Hospital to celebrate the end of the fighting. Residents in Maghazi Refugee Camp expressed hopes for rebuilding Gaza and establishing a Palestinian state. “Thank God, the war is over. Our homes were destroyed, and our children killed. We thank everyone who helped end this war,” said Yasser Abu Hein. Others shared optimism that Gaza would “return better than before.”
Israel confirmed that the ceasefire would begin following a cabinet vote later in the day.
Muhammed Rabah
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