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Libya's Tripoli Submerged by Severe Flooding, Affecting Key InfrastructureMiscellaneous

Libya's Tripoli Submerged by Severe Flooding, Affecting Key Infrastructure

Tripoli, Libya, is experiencing severe flooding that has submerged cars, homes, and hospitals. A video report details the extent of the disaster.

Al Jazeera English|October 13, 2026
Dual Earthquakes Devastate Southern Panama as Video Captures the AftermathBreaking News

Dual Earthquakes Devastate Southern Panama as Video Captures the Aftermath

Dual earthquakes have caused devastation in southern Panama, with video footage documenting the aftermath of the disaster.

Al Jazeera English|October 10, 2026
Bangkok Declared Disaster Zone as Torrential Rains Bring Severe Flooding to Thai CapitalBreaking News

Bangkok Declared Disaster Zone as Torrential Rains Bring Severe Flooding to Thai Capital

Bangkok's governor declared Thailand's capital a disaster zone after heavy rains caused severe flooding, leading to emergency advisories and transport disruptions.

Egypt Independent|September 26, 2026|1
Tragedy on Mount Mizhirgi: Deadly Avalanche Claims at Least 11 Lives in Russia's North CaucasusBreaking News

Tragedy on Mount Mizhirgi: Deadly Avalanche Claims at Least 11 Lives in Russia's North Caucasus

At least 11 people were killed and six injured after an avalanche struck a group of 33 climbers on Mount Mizhirgi in Russia’s Kabardino-Balkaria region.

Egypt Independent|September 7, 2026
Mount Anak Krakatau Eruption Strands 170,000 Travelers Across Eight Indonesian AirportsBreaking News

Mount Anak Krakatau Eruption Strands 170,000 Travelers Across Eight Indonesian Airports

Volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau has forced the closure of eight Indonesian airports, disrupting travel for 170,000 passengers and prompting school closures.

Egypt Independent|September 7, 2026|1
Desperate Rescue Efforts Underway as Nepal-China Flood Death Toll Exceeds 1,270Breaking News

Desperate Rescue Efforts Underway as Nepal-China Flood Death Toll Exceeds 1,270

Rescue operations continue in Nepal and Tibet after catastrophic flash floods and mudslides leave over 1,270 dead and thousands missing. Authorities are struggling to reach trapped workers while planning extensive rebuilding efforts.

Al Jazeera English|September 3, 2026|1
Tragic Ferry Capsizing Off Northern Coast of Cyprus Leaves at Least Eight Dead and Several MissingBreaking News

Tragic Ferry Capsizing Off Northern Coast of Cyprus Leaves at Least Eight Dead and Several Missing

At least eight people died and 18 remain missing after a passenger ferry traveling from northern Cyprus to Turkey capsized off the coast. Rescue operations are ongoing as international leaders express their condolences.

Egypt Independent|September 1, 2026|1
Pakistan Suspends Eight Officials Following Hospital Fire That Tragically Claimed 14 Newborn LivesBreaking News

Pakistan Suspends Eight Officials Following Hospital Fire That Tragically Claimed 14 Newborn Lives

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered the suspension of eight hospital officials and criminal proceedings following a fire that killed 14 newborns at an Islamabad medical facility.

Egypt Independent|August 31, 2026|1
Devastating Flash Floods Strike Nepal and Tibet, Leaving Eight Dead and Infrastructure CrippledBreaking News

Devastating Flash Floods Strike Nepal and Tibet, Leaving Eight Dead and Infrastructure Crippled

A massive flash flood in Nepal and a mudslide in Tibet have left eight people dead and severely damaged regional infrastructure, prompting urgent rescue operations.

Egypt Independent|August 26, 2026|1
Tragic Gold Mine Collapse in Central African Republic Leaves Over 100 DeadBreaking News

Tragic Gold Mine Collapse in Central African Republic Leaves Over 100 Dead

A devastating mine collapse in the border community of Zamboye has left over 100 miners dead, with rescue operations and cross-border identification efforts currently underway.

Egypt Independent|August 20, 2026|1
Massive 7.7-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Eastern Indonesia, Leaving at Least 51 Dead and Thousands DisplacedBreaking News

Massive 7.7-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Eastern Indonesia, Leaving at Least 51 Dead and Thousands Displaced

A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake has struck eastern Indonesia's Flores Island, killing at least 51 people, injuring over 100 others, and displacing thousands.

Al Jazeera English|August 16, 2026|1
Powerful 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Indonesia's Flores Island, Leaving Over a Dozen Dead and Forcing Mass EvacuationsBreaking News

Powerful 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Indonesia's Flores Island, Leaving Over a Dozen Dead and Forcing Mass Evacuations

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Flores island, killing over a dozen people, damaging buildings, and prompting thousands to evacuate.

Egypt Independent|August 15, 2026|1
Colombia Restricts Foreign Rescue Teams as Critical Window to Find Earthquake Survivors Nears EndBreaking News

Colombia Restricts Foreign Rescue Teams as Critical Window to Find Earthquake Survivors Nears End

Colombia limited foreign rescue teams following a 7.4 magnitude earthquake, sparking controversy as the critical 72-hour window to find survivors neared its end under the new government of President Abelardo de la Espriella.

Egypt Independent|August 13, 2026|2