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Austria opened a refurbished police station in the house where Adolf Hitler was born in Braunau am Inn, aiming to move the site away from neo-Nazi pilgrimage after a long ownership dispute and a 2016 government seizure; the building now functions as a modern police facility with a memorial outside, signaling a shift toward democracy, rule of law and human dignity.
A hijacked delivery car containing a gas-cylinder-type device exploded outside Dunmurry police station near Belfast; there were no fatalities, but two minors were evacuated from nearby homes. Police say the attack bears similarities to a March attempt in Lurgan, and Deputy Chief Constable Bobby Singleton says the New IRA is the early working hypothesis as investigators keep an open mind about the case.
A mischievous American Shorthair cat named Nub Tang caused chaos at a Bangkok police station during her rescue, biting officers and earning a humorous mugshot and paw prints, which went viral online. The police posted her photo on Facebook, leading to widespread interest and many offers to adopt her. Ultimately, she was reunited with her owner, highlighting a humorous and heartwarming story of a stray cat's brief adventure in police custody.
Armenian national security forces detained a gunman who attacked a police station in Yerevan, with two assailants wounded by detonating hand grenades. The third gunman was detained without any injuries, and there were reports linking the attackers to the Combat Brotherhood organization, which the organization denied.
Rats infesting the New Orleans Police Department headquarters are reportedly getting high off marijuana from the evidence room, adding to the existing issues of mold and cockroach infestations. Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick highlighted the unacceptable working conditions during a committee meeting, noting that the rats are consuming the marijuana. The situation has sparked humor and commentary on animal behavior, with a mention of rats as pets and their care requirements.
Gunmen attacked a police station in southeastern Iran, killing 11 people, including police officers and soldiers, and injuring eight others. The attack, believed to be carried out by the separatist militant group Jaish al-Adl, resulted in a shootout between the attackers and the police. Several attackers were killed, and one was arrested. The province where the attack took place, Sistan and Baluchestan, has been experiencing a series of attacks by militants and separatist groups in recent months. The area is known for its grievances of being treated as second-class citizens by Iran's Shiite rulers.
Gunmen attacked a police station in southeastern Iran, killing 11 people, including police officers, and injuring eight others. The attack, believed to be carried out by the separatist militant group Jaish al-Adl, resulted in a shootout between the attackers and the police. Several gunmen were killed, and one was arrested. The coordination of the attack included ambushing responding officers to prevent them from assisting in the initial shootout. The search for the remaining gunmen is ongoing. This incident is part of a series of attacks by militants and separatist groups targeting police stations in Iran's Sistan and Baluchestan province.
Gunmen suspected to be members of a separatist group attacked a police station in southeastern Iran, killing 11 people and injuring eight others. The attack, attributed to Jaish al-Adl, occurred in Rask town and resulted in the deaths of senior police officers and soldiers. The militants, known for conducting hit-and-run operations from their hideouts in Pakistan, did not immediately claim responsibility. The region has seen a rise in low-level insurgency activities against the government, with militants targeting police stations. Sistan and Baluchestan province, where the attack took place, has been a site of anti-government demonstrations and grievances from the Baluch minority.
A suicide attacker targeted a police station in Pakistan's northwest, killing 23 officers and injuring 32 others. The attacker used 264 pounds of explosives fitted in a vehicle. The Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan group, believed to be an offshoot of the Pakistani Taliban, claimed responsibility for the attack. The UN Security Council condemned the attack and urged all countries to cooperate with Pakistan in holding the perpetrators accountable. The attack has strained relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan's Taliban-led administration, with Pakistan demanding Afghanistan to investigate and take action against the attackers. The US and Iran also condemned the attack.
A suicide attacker targeted a police station in Pakistan's northwest, using 264 pounds of explosives, killing 23 officers and injuring 32 others. The attack was carried out by a militant group believed to be an offshoot of the Pakistani Taliban. The incident has strained relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan, with Pakistan demanding that Afghanistan investigate and take action against the perpetrators. The attack drew condemnation from the US Secretary of State, who expressed solidarity with the people of Pakistan.
A suicide bomber targeted a police station in Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan, killing at least 23 officers and injuring 32 others. The attack, claimed by the militant group Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan (TJP), involved the detonation of an explosive-laden vehicle followed by a shootout with security forces. The province where the attack occurred, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has seen a rise in violence, with the Pakistani Taliban increasing attacks on security forces. The TJP is believed to be an offshoot of the Pakistani Taliban and has been emboldened while operating openly in Afghanistan.
A suicide bomber targeted a police station in northwest Pakistan, killing at least 23 security forces and injuring 32 others. The attack led to a shootout between militants and security forces, resulting in the deaths of all six attackers. The newly formed militant group Tehreek-e-Jihad Pakistan claimed responsibility for the attack. Pakistan's President and Interior Minister condemned the act of terrorism, and the region has seen a rise in violence this year. The Pakistani Taliban has increased attacks on security forces, taking advantage of their presence in Afghanistan since the Taliban takeover. Dera Ismail Khan is located near South Waziristan, a former militant sanctuary.
A man in New Jersey intentionally crashed his car into a police station while playing Guns N' Roses' "Welcome To The Jungle" on his car stereo. Prior to the incident, he had also driven into a garage door in an attempt to intimidate the owner. The man has been charged with multiple offenses, including terrorism, and could face a life sentence if convicted. It is unclear if anyone was injured in the crashes.
Austria has begun converting the house where Adolf Hitler was born into a police station in an effort to prevent it from becoming a neo-Nazi pilgrimage site. The building, expropriated by the Austrian government in 2017, will also house a human rights training center for police officers. While activists and critics welcome the transformation, some argue for the building's demolition or conversion into a memorial or exhibition space. The redesign, estimated to cost around $20 million, is expected to be completed in 2026.
Work has begun on transforming the house in Braunau am Inn, Austria, where Adolf Hitler was born, into a police station in an effort to deter Nazi glorification. The decision to repurpose the building was made in 2019, and the police are expected to occupy the premises in early 2026. The Austrian government believes that having the police stationed there is the best use for the building, but there has been criticism regarding the lack of historical contextualization. Some argue in favor of showcasing an exhibition on those who saved Jews during the Nazi era.