The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade tells its citizens to leave Israel, citing a high threat of military reprisals and terrorist attacks.
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April 19, 2024 (Friday)
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Armed conflicts and attacks
Russian missile strikes kill seven civilians in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, including five in Synelnykove and two in Dnipro, with several others critically injured.
A Russian Air Force Tupolev Tu-22M3 aircraft is shot down in Russian airspace over Stavropol Krai after launching missiles at targets in Ukraine.
An Iraqi Popular Mobilization Forces command post at the Kalsu military base was hit by an explosion resulting from an air strike, killing one fighter and wounding six others. Security sources say it is not known who was responsible, and Israel and the United States both deny involvement.
Business and economy
American car manufacturer Tesla, Inc. recalls thousands of Cybertrucks due to "safety concerns" involving the truck's accelerator pedals.
International relations
Law and crime
A man fatally sets himself on fire near the New York City courthouse where former President Donald Trump is currently on trial.
Politics and elections
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