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Syria's Deadliest Days: Over 1,000 Killed in Clashes and Revenge Killings

In a tragic escalation of violence, over 1,000 people have lost their lives in Syria during two days of intense clashes and revenge killings. The conflict erupted between Syrian security forces and loyalists of ousted President Bashar al-Assad, with sectarian violence targeting the Alawite community, a key support base of the former regime. The Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that the death toll includes 745 civilians, 125 government security personnel, and 148 militants. The violence has left areas like Latakia without electricity and water, further deepening the humanitarian crisis. The revenge killings, primarily carried out by Sunni Muslim gunmen, have devastated Alawite villages, with reports of targeted shootings, looting, and arson. Thousands have fled to the mountains seeking safety, while bodies remain unburied in the streets of towns like Baniyas. This marks one of the deadliest episodes in Syria's 14-year conflict, raising fears of further inst...

Dow Leads US Futures Higher Following Nvidia Earnings

 

In the wake of Nvidia’s recent earnings report, U.S. stock futures are showing positive momentum. The Dow Jones Industrial Average futures have risen by 0.5%, indicating a potential return to record highs. Meanwhile, futures on the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 and the S&P 500 have also seen modest gains, up 0.1% and 0.2% respectively.

Nvidia’s earnings, while solid, fell short of some investor expectations, leading to a reassessment of tech stocks’ prospects. Despite this, the overall market sentiment remains optimistic, with the Dow leading the charge.

Investors are closely watching how the market will react in the coming days, particularly in the tech sector, which has been a significant driver of recent market performance.


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