Keywords: Public safety


Man barricaded in Châteauroux exchanges gunfire with police

In Châteauroux, central France, a 78-year-old man barricaded himself in an apartment on Tuesday, exchanging gunfire with police, authorities reported. The incident prompted a security perimeter to be established, with residents advised to avoid the area. According to police sources, the man threw......

Explosion in northwestern Pakistan kills 2, injures 17

A powerful explosion near a police station in northwestern Pakistan on Monday killed at least two people, including a child, and injured 17 others, local authorities reported. The blast occurred in the Bannu district, a region known for frequent militant activity, particularly linked to the Tehreek-e-Taliban......

Train derails in Swiss Alps, authorities report possible injuries

A regional train derailed early Monday morning in the southern Swiss Alps near Goppenstein, with local authorities reporting “probable” injuries and ongoing emergency operations. The Valais cantonal police announced via social media that approximately 30 passengers were evacuated following......

Crans-Montana fire: former safety officer questioned over missed inspections

The former fire safety officer of the Swiss resort town of Crans-Montana was questioned on Monday by prosecutors as part of the criminal investigation into the deadly fire at the Le Constellation bar. The tragedy, which occurred during New Year’s Eve celebrations, claimed the lives of 41 people......

Mosque explosion in Islamabad kills at least 11 and injures dozens

A powerful explosion struck a Shiite mosque in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, on Friday, killing at least 11 people and injuring dozens more, local authorities reported. Police confirmed that the blast occurred during Friday prayers, one of the busiest times for worshippers. A senior police official,......

Morocco relocates over 143,000 residents to avert flood risks

Morocco's Interior Ministry announced that evacuations in flood-prone areas are ongoing as of Thursday, February 5, 2026. The phased operations aim to mitigate risks and safeguard residents from potential damage caused by adverse weather conditions. Authorities have deployed extensive logistical......

Woman fatally stabbed in busy area of London

A 50-year-old woman has died after being stabbed in a busy part of northwest London, according to the Metropolitan Police. Emergency services were called on Saturday afternoon to reports of an attack in the Willesden area. Police officers and paramedics arrived at the scene and found the woman with......

Algeria closes schools for two days as winds reach 120 km/h

The Algerian government announced the closure of schools across much of the country for two days due to a severe weather alert, with winds expected to reach 120 km/h. The measure, announced on Tuesday evening, will be in effect on Wednesday and Thursday and affects 52 out of 69 provinces (wilayas), according......

Motorcyclist arrested in Casablanca for dangerous stunt riding

Police authorities in Casablanca have arrested a motorcyclist suspected of engaging in dangerous stunt riding on public roads, putting other road users at serious risk. The arrest was carried out in the Anfa security district as part of ongoing efforts to combat hazardous driving behavior. According......