Nation

Virginia

ROTC students subdue gunman at university

The FBI says ROTC students subdued and killed a gunman who yelled “Allahu Akbar” before opening fire in a classroom at Virginia’s Old Dominion University.

One victim was killed and two others were hurt Thursday. The FBI has identified the shooter as Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, a former Army National Guard member who pleaded guilty in 2016 to attempting to provide material support to the Islamic State.

District of Columbia

US military refueling plane crashes in Iraq

WASHINGTON — An American military refueling plane taking part in the operation against Iran has crashed in Iraq and rescue efforts are underway. It’s not immediately clear if there are any casualties.

A U.S. official, who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity to discuss the developing situation, said the KC-135 aircraft that crashed had at least five crew members aboard.

World

Ukraine

White House sign-off on drone deal awaited

KYIV — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is awaiting White House approval for a major drone production agreement proposed by Kyiv last year.

Speaking on Thursday, Zelenskyy said the deal would cover various types of drones and air defenses to protect against swarms of Iranian-designed Shahed drones.

Ethiopia

Landslides leave at least 50 people dead

ADDIS ABABA — An official says at least 50 people have died and 125 others are missing after landslides hit three districts in southern Ethiopia following a week of heavy rains.

The landslides happened in Gamo Zone and affected the Gacho Baba District, Kamba District and Bonke District, according to Gamo Zone director of disaster response Mesfin Manuqa.