September 8
2023
The 2023 Morocco Earthquake
On September 8, 2023, Morocco experienced one of the deadliest and most powerful earthquakes in its history. A 6.8-magnitude quake struck the High Atlas Mountains, shaking the region and causing catastrophic damage to rural villages and historic landmarks in Marrakesh. Read more
1993
1993 Tehran Mid-Air Collision
A tragic mid-air collision near Tehran, involving a commercial Iran Air Tours plane and an Iranian Air Force fighter jet, revealed critical gaps in air traffic management. Read more
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