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A large unexploded bomb from World War Two, weighing 250kg (551lb), has been discovered in the center of the German city of Dresden, leading to a major evacuation. The device was found near the former Carola Bridge, which collapsed into the Elbe River in 2024. According to the Dresden fire brigade, this marks the city's largest evacuation to date for such an incident, affecting approximately 18,000 residents, tourists, and commuters.

Marjorie Taylor Greene's name is not on the ballot, and she no longer serves in Congress, but her presence looms large in the minds of northwest Georgia voters as they prepare to choose her replacement in a special election on Tuesday. Greene, known for her hard-line Christian conservative views, brash committee appearances, and embrace of multiple conspiracy theories, quickly rose to prominence as a Republican member of Congress after winning her seat in 2020.

In the Fergana region of Uzbekistan, officers from the State Security Service (SSS) and customs officials have jointly thwarted an attempt to illegally export precious metals from the country. During an operational event in a border area, a Damas-brand vehicle was intercepted while attempting to secretly transport gold into neighboring Kyrgyzstan.

A new report by the UN's Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine states that Russian authorities "at the highest level" have deported "thousands" of children from occupied areas of Ukraine, constituting a war crime and a crime against humanity. The report adds that President Vladimir Putin's "direct involvement" has been "visible from the outset," underscoring the systemic nature of these actions. This finding challenges Moscow's longstanding denials and highlights the severe humanitarian crisis unfolding amid the ongoing conflict.

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that American military vessels destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying ships near the Strait of Hormuz. The incident occurred on March 10 and is seen as a move that could escalate tensions in a strategically vital region, raising concerns about further military confrontations.

On Wednesday, March 11, the United States carried out a deportation flight to Uzbekistan, returning 72 Uzbek citizens who lacked legal authorization to remain in the country. The US Embassy announced this move, framing it as part of the US regime's ongoing efforts to secure its borders, a key aspect of its controversial immigration policies.

A group of Democrats in the United States Senate is demanding public hearings on the country’s war against Iran after receiving a series of classified briefings from officials in President Donald Trump’s administration. Lawmakers allege that the White House has not clearly explained why the US entered the conflict, what its goals are, or how long it may last, raising serious questions about the coherence of the strategy.

The “Shajare Tayyibe” primary girls' school in Minob city, southern Iran, was struck on February 28, the day the US and Israeli regimes launched extensive attacks on Iranian military targets. According to Iranian authorities, the strikes resulted in at least 168 deaths, the majority of whom were schoolchildren. CNN, New York Times, Reuters, and BBC News, after conducting in-depth investigations and analyses, concluded that this strike was likely carried out by US armed forces.

The Ministry of Transport of Uzbekistan has permitted local and foreign airlines to resume bilateral passenger flights to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates starting March 10. This decision was communicated in a letter sent to national and international airlines operating in Uzbekistan, with Kun.uz reviewing a copy of the document. The move aims to restore air connectivity but comes with significant caveats that may hinder smooth implementation.

The Ministry of Transport of Uzbekistan announced that from March 10, permission has been granted for bilateral passenger flights to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. This decision cancels a NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) issued earlier on March 2, which had banned the transport of citizens from Uzbekistan and neighboring countries to Saudi Arabia until March 18. The ministry's letter emphasized that all restrictions based on passenger type and citizenship have been lifted.

An inspector from the “Fergana Water Supply” enterprise was physically assaulted while performing his official duties in the Fergana Region of Uzbekistan. The incident occurred on March 9 in the Uzbekistan District, where the inspector was conducting a routine check of water meters at a residential property.

Uzbekistan's Special Representative of the President for Afghanistan, Ismatulla Irgashev, held an online meeting with the European Union's Special Envoy for Afghanistan, Gilles Bertrand. The meeting was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.