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- The Pakistan Navy has deployed ships in the Arabian Sea to ensure the safety of Pakistan's trade routes and maintain maritime peace and order in the region. 
- The Indian navy recently rescued 21 crew members from a vessel in the Arabian Sea after a hijacking distress call, highlighting the ongoing security threats to commercial shipping in the region. 
- The hijacking and attempted hijacking of commercial ships in the Gulf of Aden and Arabian Sea have resumed after a six-year lull, possibly due to the diversion of anti-piracy naval forces to the Red Sea to counter Houthi rebel attacks. 
- The Maldivian government has distanced itself from Minister Mariyam Shiuna's derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that her opinion does not reflect the government's views.
- The government has stated that appropriate action will be taken against the minister for her remarks.
- The Maldivian government believes in exercising freedom of expression in a democratic and responsible manner, without spreading hatred or negativity.
- The government has emphasized the importance of maintaining close relationships between the Maldives and its international partners.
- The Maldivian Deputy Minister of Youth Empowerment, Shiuna, made mocking and disrespectful references to PM Modi's visit to Lakshadweep in a now-deleted post.
- PM Modi shared images and messages about his visit to Lakshadweep, highlighting the beauty of the islands and the warmth of its people.
- PM Modi also laid the foundation stone for development projects worth over Rs 1,150 crore in Agatti.
- Somalia's president has signed a law "nullifying" the agreement between Ethiopia and Somaliland, which grants port access to Ethiopia. This is seen as a symbolic gesture of Somalia's displeasure over the deal. 
- The central government in Mogadishu opposes Somaliland's claim to independence but has little authority over the region. Somaliland has its own government, security forces, currency, and a long coastline on a busy shipping route. 
- The agreement between Ethiopia and Somaliland has raised tensions in the Horn of Africa, and international organizations such as the African Union, United States, European Union, and Arab League have called for calm and respect for Somalia's sovereignty. 
- The agreement gives Ethiopia access to commercial maritime services and a military base, with Somaliland leasing 20 kilometers of coastline to Ethiopia for 50 years. 
- Ethiopia, being a landlocked country, lost access to the coast after Eritrea seceded in 1993. Since then, Ethiopia has relied on Djibouti for most of its trade. 
- US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Jordan's king and foreign minister and visited a World Food Program warehouse in Amman as part of his Middle East diplomatic mission to prevent the war between Israel and Hamas from spreading. 
- Blinken emphasized the need for Israel to adjust its military operations to reduce civilian casualties and increase humanitarian aid to Gaza. He also highlighted the importance of preparing detailed plans for the post-conflict future of the territory. 
- The war in Gaza started with Hamas's attack on southern Israel, resulting in casualties and hostages. In response, Israel launched an offensive against Hamas. 
- Jordan and other Arab states have criticized Israel's actions and called for an immediate ceasefire. However, the US has called for temporary "humanitarian pauses" to allow aid and ensure safety. 
- Blinken visited the World Food Program's Regional Coordination warehouse in Jordan, where aid is being packed to be delivered to Gaza through the Rafah and Kerem Shalom crossings. 
- Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina expressed gratitude towards India for their support during the 1971 liberation war against Pakistan and for providing shelter to her family in 1975 when many of her family members were killed.
- The general elections in Bangladesh were taking place, with Sheikh Hasina expected to win a fourth straight term as the main opposition party refused to participate, raising concerns about the legitimacy of the polls.
- The India-Pakistan war in 1971 occurred due to tensions between West Pakistan and East Pakistan (now Bangladesh), which was closer to India. The Pakistan Army carried out Operation Searchlight, resulting in massive human rights violations.

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