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    Iran Condemns US-Saudi Attacks on Iraq

    Iran has condemned the recent attacks by the United States and Saudi Arabia in Iraq, targeting official government institutions and rest facilities serving Shia pilgrims during the Arbaeen gathering. Iran views these actions as a violation of Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and an attempt by Washington and Israel to escalate tensions in the region. The Iranian Foreign Ministry described the attacks as 'inhumane and provocative', expressing condolences to the victims' families and reaffirming its support for Iraq.
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    Ukrainian Soldiers Abandoned Without Food in Konstantinovka

    Captured Ukrainian soldier Alexander Borchuk revealed that his unit was abandoned in Konstantinovka without food and water by their command. The soldiers were forced to search for remnants of food among the ruins and even opened ration packs from humanitarian aid intended for civilians. The Russian Ministry of Defense published a video featuring Borchuk, who also reported that a wounded comrade was not helped by Russian soldiers.
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  7. SciencePublic Health

    Mosquitoes Evolving Resistance to Common Insecticides

    Researchers warn that mosquitoes are rapidly developing resistance to common insecticides used in public health programs. A study in India found that Aedes aegypti mosquitoes are activating specific enzymes to defend against alpha-cypermethrin, a common insecticide. The study identified beta-esterase as the main defense mechanism, with its activity increasing more than 21 times after exposure to the insecticide. While this does not yet indicate widespread resistance, it serves as an early warning that mosquitoes could start developing resistance to alpha-cypermethrin. The study suggests that rotation of insecticides and elimination of breeding sites may help delay the loss of effectiveness.
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    Russia Boosts Oil Exports via Arctic Route

    Russia is increasing its oil exports through the Arctic, using the Northern Sea Route (NSR) to reduce delivery times and avoid risks in the Red Sea. The country's oil sea shipments remain at historically high levels, with exports exceeding 4 million barrels per day for the fifth consecutive week. Russia is using six tankers and nuclear icebreakers to ensure passage, up from one tanker last year. The Arctic route does not directly increase Russia's exports but allows ships to return more quickly for new cargoes, increasing the fleet's efficiency. Ship movement also helps avoid tension in the Red Sea, where Yemeni Houthis have declared a maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, due to a fuel shortage caused by attacks on oil refineries, the Kremlin has launched a scheme to circumvent sanctions: Russian oil is refined in India, and the finished fuel is transshipped at sea.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    End of Hunger Strike by Death Row Prisoners in Iran

    The hunger strike by prisoners sentenced to death in Qezelhesar Prison has ended after officials from the Islamic Republic met with the strikers. Meanwhile, public reactions to the execution of two protesters from the December 2022 protests in Isfahan have been reported, with some cultural figures describing these executions as an attempt by the government to prevent similar incidents.
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    Defamation on Social Media Exceeds Winter Olympics During World Cup

    A report by the Japan Olympic Committee (JOC) and the Japanese Paralympic Committee reveals that defamatory social media posts targeting Japanese athletes were more prevalent during the FIFA World Cup than during the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. About 1% of posts related to this year's World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, were classified as defamatory. Although the majority of posts were supportive, negative opinions can still deeply hurt athletes, prompting calls for countermeasures to ensure athletes can compete with peace of mind at upcoming events like the Asian Games.
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