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A 32-year-old student was arrested after a shooting rampage in Rotterdam, Netherlands, that left three people dead. The shooting began in a private home, where a woman was killed and her daughter was seriously injured, later succumbing to her injuries. The suspect then went to a classroom at a nearby university hospital, where he shot and killed a doctor. The suspect, who studied at the university, was apprehended under the hospital's helipad. The authorities believe the suspect acted alone and are investigating the motive. The Dutch Prime Minister expressed his condolences and gratitude to the emergency services. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/0BMeYkm

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Pakistan "initialized" a free trade agreement, the GCC said on messaging platform X on Thursday. The agreement was signed by GCC Secretary-General Jasem al-Budaiwi and Pakistani trade minister Gohar Ejaz. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/VdNyCbg

Over 2,500 migrants have died or gone missing while attempting to cross the Mediterranean to Europe in 2023, according to a UN official. The number of deaths and disappearances has significantly increased compared to the same period in 2022. The land journey from sub-Saharan African countries to departure points in Tunisia and Libya remains extremely dangerous. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/j2idvUR

Israel reopened crossing points with Gaza after nearly two weeks of closure due to violent protests. Approximately 18,000 Gazans have permits to work outside the enclave, providing an injection of $2 million a day to the territory's economy. This move comes amid international efforts by Egypt, the United Nations, and Qatar to defuse tensions and prevent armed conflict. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/8aQobEM

Ten Niger soldiers were killed in a militant attack in the country's southwest near the tri-border zone of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. The attackers responsible for the attack remain unidentified. Al Qaeda and Islamic State affiliates are active in the region and frequently target soldiers and civilians. The army responded to the attack with ground troops and helicopters. Niger has experienced a decline in attacks under former President Mohamed Bazoum, who engaged with Islamists and rural communities. Protests have also been held demanding the withdrawal of French troops. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/zT4bKVu

France and Ukraine have agreed to strengthen their cooperation in securing arms for Ukraine's counteroffensive against Russian occupying forces. The two countries are also exploring the possibility of joint weapons production and establishing a fund to support joint ventures in Ukraine. France has pledged to continue helping Ukraine and maintaining its current levels of training Ukrainian soldiers. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/DMLKC9X

Six female migrants trapped inside a refrigerated food truck were rescued by French police after one of the women made a distress call to a reporter, the BBC and French authorities said Thursday. The women - four Vietnamese and two Iraqis - hid for hours in a truck loaded with boxes of bananas in northern France, believing the vehicle was on its way to the UK or Ireland. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/oWM7ewT