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Wednesday, Apr 02, 2025

Escalating Ethnic Violence in Manipur Closes Schools; North Korea's Balloon Stunt Roils Seoul; Pope Calls for Peace in Papua New Guinea Amid Global Tensions

Manipur school closures follow ethnic violence spurred by deadly rocket attack. North Korea's balloon provocations disrupt Seoul-Pyongyang military agreement.
The northeastern Indian state of Manipur has ordered schools to close due to escalating ethnic violence following a deadly rocket attack that killed a 78-year-old man and injured six others. The conflict, involving the predominantly Hindu Meitei majority and the mainly Christian Kuki community, stems from competition for land and public jobs, with local leaders accused of exploiting ethnic tensions.

Meanwhile, North Korea has launched over 900 trash-filled balloons into South Korea, prompting Seoul to suspend a military deal with Pyongyang. This act is part of an ongoing tit-for-tat provocation, coinciding with Japan's outgoing Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's visit to Seoul to discuss cooperation on the North Korean nuclear issue.

In other news, Pope Francis has called for peace and fair resource use during his visit to Papua New Guinea. The Pope emphasized ending tribal conflicts, addressing violence against women, and achieving equitable development, while also expressing hope for a peaceful resolution regarding Bougainville's independence bid.

Shifting to aviation, a preliminary report on the Voepass ATR-72 crash in Brazil suggests ice buildup, though no definitive cause has been determined. The copilot reported significant icing before the crash, hinting at potential de-icing system failure, with the investigation expected to last over a year.

On a humanitarian note, Saudi aid agency KSrelief has been actively delivering lifesaving aid to disaster-hit and conflict zones in Libya, Sudan, Turkiye, and Lebanon. They distributed food, shelter, and medical assistance, significantly benefiting thousands of affected individuals in these regions.

Finally, KSrelief's efforts continue in Yemen, providing essential supplies and services amid the crisis. From August 14 to 20, their aid reached individuals across various districts, offering food, shelter, and healthcare to those in dire need.
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