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On Monday, Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati declared three days of national mourning following the deaths of Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and several officials in a helicopter crash. Mikati’s memo stated that flags would be flown at half-mast across all public administrations and institutions, and radio and TV programming would be adjusted accordingly. Parliament Speaker Nabih …

On Monday, Israeli warplanes launched an attack on a residential area in the southern border town of al-Naqoura, according to the National News Agency (NNA). The strikes demolished two houses near the town’s municipality. Following this, a drone strike targeted a Hezbollah paramedic team en route to the site of the initial attack. Subsequently, Israeli fighter jets bombed the southern …

On Monday, Hezbollah expressed deep sorrow over the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and other officials in a helicopter crash. The group praised Raisi as a “protector” of anti-Israel groups in the region. In their statement, Hezbollah extended their heartfelt condolences, noting their long-standing acquaintance with Raisi. They described him as “a strong supporter, a staunch defender of our …

After securing a 1-1 draw against Juventus at Allianz Stadium, Salernitana aims to give their fans more to cheer about when they host Verona in their final home game of the season. Although Salernitana couldn’t secure their Serie A survival, they will be playing for pride in their remaining two matches. Domagoj Bradaric is a major doubt for the match, …

Monday’s football match between Bologna and Juventus will wrap up the action for Serie A’s 37th round. The Rossoblu have already secured their spot in the Champions League, but they are now aiming for a top-three finish. With no new injury concerns, Thiago Motta is expected to maintain the same lineup that triumphed over Napoli at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. …

All eyes will be on Cegeka Arena when Genk and Antwerp face off in a highly-anticipated Jupiler League clash. Despite Genk’s recent slump, losing their last four league games, they are still considered favorites to defeat Antwerp on their home turf. Luca Oyen remains sidelined with an ACL injury, and midfielder Bryan Heynen is doubtful for the match. Antwerp, on …

All eyes will be on Stage Front Stadium when Espanyol and Real Oviedo face off in a highly-anticipated Segunda Division clash. Los Periquitos have drawn their last five league games, putting them five points behind the automatic promotion spots. Nico Melamed is suspended for this match, while Jofri is a major doubt after picking up an injury in the goalless …

### USA vs Bangladesh Match Prediction & Analysis As part of their preparation for the upcoming T20I World Cup, Bangladesh is touring the USA to get acclimated to the conditions. This series is significant for the USA as it marks their first T20I series against a full-member nation, providing a valuable opportunity to develop their skills ahead of their debut …