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Israel: Diver Presumed Dead After Rare Shark Attack

    Israel: Diver Presumed Dead After Rare Shark Attack
    Above: A shark passes by a rescue team on a jet boat as they are searching for evidence after a diver was attacked by sharks in the water of Hadera in the Mediterranean Sea on April 22, 2025 in Hadera, Israel.  Image copyright: Amir Levy/Contributor/Getty Images News via Getty Images

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    Sharks are dangerous predators. With their aggressive behavior and rare but terrifying attacks on humans, they pose a real threat. These man-eaters should be controlled to protect public safety, and their population should be managed through measures like hunting and use in culinary practices.

    Narrative B

    Sharks are often seen as deadly predators, but only a small fraction of the over 300 species have attacked humans, usually out of curiosity or confusion. Sharks evolved millions of years before humans and aren't naturally inclined to attack. In fact, sharks face greater threats from humans due to overfishing.

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