A truck attack in New Orleans' French Quarter left 15 dead and 35 injured during New Year's celebrations. Authorities are investigating possible accomplices and explosive devices.
The death toll in a truck attack in New Orleans has risen to 15, with 35 others injured, according to Coroner Dr. Dwight McKenna. Autopsies and victim identifications are ongoing.
The attack occurred in the French Quarter during New Year's celebrations. The driver, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old Army veteran, drove onto a sidewalk, bypassing police barriers. Authorities believe he had accomplices, and the FBI is investigating.
Surveillance footage shows suspects planting possible explosive devices.
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry declared a state of emergency, mobilizing resources to ensure safety. Weapons, an ISIS flag, and explosive devices were found in the truck. Two other devices in the area were neutralized.
The Sugar Bowl has been delayed, and investigations continue at a Houston property linked to the attack.
President Biden and UN Secretary-General Guterres condemned the attack, extending condolences to victims and their families.
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President Joe Biden visited New Orleans to offer support and condolences to the families of victims of the New Year’s Day attack, which left 14 dead and dozens injured. He pledged federal resources to expedite the investigation and stood in solidarity with the grieving community.
The FBI has released video footage showing Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the suspect in the deadly New Year's Day attack in New Orleans, recorded with Meta glasses during visits to the French Quarter months before the incident.
A Texas man drove into a New Orleans crowd on New Year’s, killing 10, injuring 35, then opened fire on police in an attack linked to terrorism. Authorities found ISIS flag, weapons, and explosives.
A 77-year-old man and a 63-year-old woman were killed on Monday (4 May), after a man drove a car into a crowd on a pedestrianised street in the the eastern German city of Leipzig, authorities said.
Iran warned Armerican forces on Monday (4 May) not to enter the Strait of Hormuz, after the U.S. said it had launched a mission to try and reopen the sea passage. Meanwhile, Iran's Foreign Minister said there was no military solution to the Middle East conflict.
The United Arab Emirate said it was dealing with missile and drone attacks from Iran for the second day in a row on Tuesday (5 May), despite denials from authorities in Tehran who threatened a "crushing response" if the UAE retaliated.
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to discuss Cuba and global religious freedom with Pope Leo during a visit to the Vatican on Thursday (7 May), following recent criticism from President Donald Trump over the pope’s comments on the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.
Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for the 6th of May, covering the latest developments you need to know.
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