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Iraq’s Kirkuk goes silent as curfew declared amid clashes

The streets of Kirkuk fell silent after the curfew was declared after the violence that broke out after the decision of Sadr Group leader Muqtada Sadr to quit politics. The Iraqi Joint Operations Command announced that the curfew will be implemented across the country from 7:00 pm local time until the next announcement. Few people were on the streets, along with patrolling security forces.

While armed clashes continued in the capital, Baghdad, the number of people who lost their lives in the incidents rose to 12.

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Russia and Ukraine Launch Airstrikes After Istanbul Talks

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Following peace talks in Istanbul, Russia and Ukraine resumed airstrikes. Ukrainian drone strikes in Sochi killed two and injured 11, leading to a four-hour suspension at Sochi Airport. Russia’s defense systems shot down 39 Ukrainian drones over the Black Sea and Sea of Azov.

Meanwhile, Russian attacks on Odessa injured at least four people, targeting the Pryvoz market, and strikes in the Cherkasy region injured seven. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy condemned the ongoing attacks despite ceasefire proposals discussed in Istanbul. The peace talks also resulted in an agreement for the exchange of military and civilian prisoners.

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