Tuesday

October 4, 2016

Armed conflicts and attacks

Sectarianism in Pakistan

An apparent sectarian attack by two motorcyclists who open fire on a bus traveling to Hazara Town, Quetta, Pakistan, kills four women from Pakistan's Shia Hazara and injures two other people. (The Daily Mail), (Dawn), (Firstpost)

Somali Civil War (2009–present)

A security operation by the Somali Army in Lower Shabelle region kills 14 al-Shabaab fighters. (World Bulletin)

Business and economy

Following the June 23 Brexit vote, the exchange rate for the British pound reaches a 31-year low against the United States dollar. (BBC)

Poland's Development Ministry cancels the April 2015 tender contract for the purchase of 50 Caracal helicopters from Airbus Helicopters, worth US$ 3.5 billion. (Deutsche Welle), (BBC)