Brother of Israel's Shin Bet Chief Charged for Cigarette Smuggling into Gaza

February 6, 2026

Brother of Israel's Shin Bet Chief Charged for Cigarette Smuggling into Gaza

Bezalel Zini, brother of Israel's internal security chief, faces charges for smuggling cigarettes into Gaza during the Israeli blockade. He allegedly profited $120,000 from the illegal trade while other goods were also smuggled. The justice ministry accuses him of aiding the enemy in wartime. Zini denies the charges.

Airstrike Hits MSF Hospital in South Sudan; Aid Workers Missing

February 6, 2026

Airstrike Hits MSF Hospital in South Sudan; Aid Workers Missing

A hospital run by Doctors Without Borders in South Sudan's Jonglei state was hit by a government airstrike. Aid workers are missing after the attack. Another MSF facility was looted, leaving locals without healthcare amid rising conflict.

Brother of Israeli Intelligence Chief Charged with Smuggling Cigarettes into Gaza

February 6, 2026

Brother of Israeli Intelligence Chief Charged with Smuggling Cigarettes into Gaza

Bezalel Zini, brother of Israel's Shin Bet head, is charged with smuggling 7,000 cigarette packets into Gaza. Authorities allege Hamas gained millions from sales during conflict.

Kuki-Zo Groups Boycott MLAs Who Joined Manipur Govt Amid Ethnic Tensions

February 5, 2026

Kuki-Zo Groups Boycott MLAs Who Joined Manipur Govt Amid Ethnic Tensions

Kuki-Zo tribal groups banned social ties with MLAs joining Manipur's new government. A total shutdown hit hill districts, protesting a 'betrayal' by these leaders ahead of the state assembly session.

NHRC Issues Notice Over Exploitation and Forced Conversion in Gyms Across India

February 5, 2026

NHRC Issues Notice Over Exploitation and Forced Conversion in Gyms Across India

NHRC has issued a notice to all states and the Sports Ministry on allegations of sexual exploitation and forced religious conversion of women in gyms. The commission seeks reports on regulations for fitness centres within two weeks.