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March 12, 2023 (Sunday)
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Armed conflicts and attacks
Israeli airstrikes at a weapons depot in Masyaf, Hama Governorate, Syria, kill a Syrian soldier and two pro-Iranian militants.
Nineteen people are killed by suspected Islamist insurgents in Kirindera, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Arts and culture
At this year's Oscars, Everything Everywhere All at Once wins seven awards, including Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor, Best Original Screenplay, Best Director, and Best Picture.
Malaysian actress Michelle Yeoh becomes the first Asian to win the Best Actress award for her performance in Everything Everywhere All at Once.
Business and economy
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman formally announces the establishment of Riyadh Air, a new flag carrier airline of Saudi Arabia.
New York-based commercial bank Signature Bank is closed down after a bank run on its deposits, and is taken into receivership by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.
Disasters and accidents
At least 22 people are killed and two others are reported missing after a boat heading to Mayotte capsizes off the coast of Madagascar.
Thirty people are reported missing after a boat carrying migrants from Libya capsizes while crossing the Mediterranean Sea.
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