Iran’s Strike on Israel Creates Military Uncertainty, Diplomatic Opportunity: Analysts feared Iran’s strikes might set off a wider war. But with Israel still ...
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Quick Glance: Israel Army Chief Vows Response to Iran Attack, Western Nations Call for Restraint
- Multiple Western allies caution against escalation following Iran's attack on Israel, raising fears of broader regional conflict.
- Israel's military leader pledges a response to Iran's attack, while Western countries urge Israel to avoid escalating tensions in the Middle East.
- Western nations, including the US, France, Germany, the UK, along with the United Nations and the European Union, advocate for restraint and de-escalation to prevent further conflict.
- Concerns of regional escalation loom as violence stemming from Israel's conflict in Gaza threatens to spread to other areas, prompting international calls for peace and diplomacy.
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Quick Glance: Sheikh Hamdan Shares Impressive Video of Elephants in the Rain in Dubai
- Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, surprised his 16.3 million followers on Instagram with a captivating video of elephants enjoying the rain in Dubai.
- The short clip features five African elephants grazing on desert plants, with the Dubai skyline and overcast skies in the background.
- The United Arab Emirates experienced heavy rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning this morning.
- As per the National Center of Meteorology, cloudy skies and rain are predicted to continue until Wednesday afternoon.
Gaza war protesters shut down Golden Gate Bridge, block traffic in other cities: Demonstrators protesting the war in Gaza shut down San Francisco’s Golden Gate ...
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Quick Glance: Pro-Palestinian Demonstrators Block Major Bridges and Roads in US Cities
- Pro-Palestinian demonstrators blocked the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco and the Interstate 880 in Oakland.
- Roads were also blocked in Chicago and Eugene to protest against the war between Israel and Hamas.
- The blockades resulted in arrests and traffic disruptions, but airport operations remained largely normal.
- Protests also took place in New York and Seattle, leading to temporary road closures and arrests.
Live updates: Israel weighs response to Iran attack, delays Gaza city offensive: The Israeli war cabinet has reviewed military plans for a potential response to ...
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Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
After Iran's attack on Israel: The mullahs' terror regime is shaking: The mullahs send rockets against Israel - but what if they themselves have long since ...
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Singapore Employees Can Ask for Flexible 4-Day Work Week, WFH Requests: Workers in Singapore can now ask for four-day work weeks, more work-from-home days and ...
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Philippines-China Tensions Hitting Peso, Central Bank Chief Says: Tensions between the Philippines and China over competing maritime claims have added to ...
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Biden unlikely to cut Iran's oil lifeline after Israel attack: Iran's unprecedented missile and drone strike on Israel is unlikely to prompt dramatic sanctions ...
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Jeremy Bowen: Iran's attack on Israel offers Netanyahu a lifeline: Gaza is out of the headlines, but the pressure on Israel's PM has changed rather than ...
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U.S. Awards Samsung $6.4 Billion to Bolster Semiconductor Production: The federal grants will support Samsung’s new chip manufacturing hub in Taylor, Texas ...
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Israel Weighs Response to Iran Attack: Middle East Live Updates: A flurry of talks sought to avert a wider war after Iran’s weekend attack ...
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Israel pushing for more sanctions against Iran: Israel's foreign minister said on Tuesday he was urging countries to place sanctions on Iran's missile programme ...
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Germany’s Leader, Olaf Scholz, Walks a Fine Line in China: Chancellor Olaf Scholz tried to promote German business interests while delivering warnings from ...
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Quick Glance: Scholz Organizes Crisis Diplomacy in China
- Scholz condemns Iran's attacks on Israel and plans crisis communication with G7 partners.
- China trip focusing on economy and geopolitical role, despite dilemma in relations.
- Business delegation accompanies Scholz, de-risking in other countries, export wave heading towards Germany.
- Scholz aims to influence China regarding Ukraine conflict and Iran crisis, despite existing dependencies.
How Israel’s defences repelled Iranian missile and drone attack : ‘Multi-layered’ array deployed included early warnings and Arrow system that intercepts ...
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House Speaker Mike Johnson reveals complicated approach to passing aid for Ukraine and Israel
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Quick Glance: House Speaker Mike Johnson to Push for Aid to Israel and Ukraine
- House Speaker Mike Johnson aims to advance aid for Israel and Ukraine this week to secure approval for a national security package.
- Under political pressure, Johnson seeks support for Kyiv against Moscow's invasion and humanitarian aid for civilians in Ukraine and Gaza.
- Despite internal Republican tensions, Johnson plans to package aid for Israel, Ukraine, and Asian allies for House approval.
- While facing criticism from Trump and conservatives, Johnson navigates demands for urgent aid to Ukraine amid Russian aggression.
Country being pushed towards black money; everyone will regret attacking Electoral Bond scheme, says PM Modi
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Quick Glance: Modi Warns of Black Money and Benefits of Electoral Bond Scheme
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the significance of the electoral bond scheme as a tool for disclosing donations to political parties.
- Modi cautioned that the Supreme Court's abolition of the electoral bonds system had pushed the country towards black money in elections, leading to future regrets.
- He pointed out areas for enhancement within the system and defended the objective of making electoral processes more transparent and free from black money.
- Modi took on the Opposition, accusing them of spreading falsehoods about electoral bonds, and disclosed information regarding corporate donations made through the system.
Ukraine's Zelensky calls for same 'unity' from allies as for Israel
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Quick Glance: Cohen's Lawyer Responds to Trump's Alleged Violation of Gag Order
- On Saturday, Trump labeled Cohen a 'disgraced attorney' despite the gag order in his Stormy Daniels case.
- Lanny Davis, Michael Cohen's attorney, stated that it would be very challenging for a judge to silence Donald Trump with a gag order.
- Regarding Trump's harsh attack on Cohen on Saturday, Davis mentioned the difficulty in imprisoning Trump for his social media outbursts.
- Cohen is expected to be a key witness in Trump's trial, focusing on alleged hush money payments before the 2016 election, which commenced on April 15.
Iran's attack on Israel: Ukraine wants the same protection as Israel: Ukrainian President Zelenskyj is snubbed because the West is helping Israel more than his ...
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Georgian opposition leader punches MP during debate: A scuffle erupted in Georgia's parliament as the leader of the opposition punched an MP.
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Malaysia PM Anwar calls Iran’s drone attack on Israel ‘legitimate’: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said that the strike was retaliation for Israel’s bombing of the ...
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US warns Iran, calls on Security Council to condemn attack on Israel: But Russia and Iran criticized the calls for deescalation as hypocritical.
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IAEA chief worried Israel could strike Iran nuclear facilities: The United Nations nuclear watchdog chief said on Monday he is concerned about Israel possibly ...
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Philippines says it won't give US access to more local military bases: The Philippine president says his administration has no plan to give the U.S ...
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Quick Glance: Philippines Rejects US Access to More Military Bases
- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. allowed US access to four more Philippine military bases, bringing the total to nine.
- The Biden administration is strengthening alliances in the region to counter China, aligning with Philippine efforts to enhance external defense.
- Marcos emphasizes that the presence of US troops is in response to China's aggressive actions in the South China Sea.
- China accuses the Philippines of providing the US with bases that could undermine its security.
🔊 President Joe Biden draws a red line: the US will not join Israel in a counteroffensive against Iran. Find out more on the Reuters World News podcast www.reuters.com/podcasts/podcast-israels-next-move-us-red-line-iran-trumps-trial-2024-04-15/
Yair Lapid attacks Benjamin Netanyahu: "If we don't get this government out of office, it will drive us to ruin"
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YOURSAY | Time and patience running out for Anwar: ‘We do not expect instant results but integrity and fairness.’
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China's Xi tells Germany's Scholz to seek 'common ground': Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday two-way ties with Germany would continue to develop ...
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Hidden Billions in Tokyo Real Estate Lure Activist Hedge Funds: The long-concealed market value of Tokyo’s largest skyscrapers is being unveiled by activist ...
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"Iran should wait nervously": Netanyahu announces "smart reaction": Israel will respond to the Iranian attack, says Chief of General Staff Halevi. However ...
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Singapore Prime Minister Lee’s Scorecard: A Look at the Numbers: Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, who’s set a May 15 date for passing the baton to his ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Lawrence Wong to Assume Singapore Prime Ministership from Lee Hsien Loong on May 15
- On May 15, Lawrence Wong will officially become the Prime Minister of Singapore, succeeding Lee Hsien Loong.
- Wong garnered unanimous support from PAP MPs and will be sworn in at 8:00 pm on May 15, 2024 at the Istana.
- The leadership transition began two years ago when Wong was named as the leader of the PAP's 4G team.
- Wong will be Singapore's fourth Prime Minister, emphasizing commitment to creating a bright future for the nation with his team.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced growing pressure from allies to show restraint as he met with his war cabinet for the second time in less than ... Show more reut.rs/3UgDYvo
Iran able to 'handle situation' and spare Middle East more tension, China's foreign minister says
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A Timeline of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: Conflict between Israelis and Palestinians dates back decades, with periods marked by violence and shifting land ...
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Quick Glance: Israeli strikes target Gaza, Syria, and West Bank, escalating conflict with Hamas
- Israeli warplanes launched overnight strikes on targets in Gaza, Syria, and the West Bank, allegedly hitting a mosque used by militants and two airports, heightening tensions in the two-week-old war with Hamas.
- Ongoing exchanges of fire between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah militant group and Israeli forces battling militants in refugee camps have increased tensions in the occupied West Bank.
- Several hospitals in northern Gaza have been forced to close due to damage, power and supply shortages, and evacuation orders.
- The Hamas-run Health Ministry reports that over 4,300 people have been killed in Gaza.
As Measles Spreads Through U.S., Cases In Europe And Central Asia Surge: Alarming measles outbreaks in U.S., Europe And Asia tied to growing vaccine hesitancy ...
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All employers in Singapore must fairly consider flexi-work requests from Dec 1 under new rules
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Georgia lawmakers scuffle over a divisive bill that opponents say mimics Kremlin's repressive law
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Quick Glance: Brawl erupts in Georgia parliament over 'foreign influence' legislation
- An incident occurred in Georgia's parliament where a lawmaker was punched in the face during discussions on the 'foreign influence' bill.
- Scuffles broke out in Georgia's parliament over the reintroduction of a contentious 'foreign influence' legislation, drawing parallels to repressive Russian laws.
- The EU has granted Georgia official candidate status, emphasizing the need for reforms before formal membership negotiations can commence.
- The enactment of the disputed law is expected to exacerbate divisions in Georgia, with President Salome Zurabishvili criticizing it for undermining democracy.
How the Israel-Iran conflict could send oil prices higher: Iran’s unprecedented attack on Israel over the weekend has ratcheted up tensions in the oil-rich ...
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Quick Glance: Oil Prices Could Witness a 'Super Spike Well Above $100' Post Iran's Strike on Israel
- Market analysts predicted that oil prices could surge to $100 per barrel and beyond after Iran conducted an aerial attack on Israel, reigniting concerns of a regional war.
- Iran carried out an aerial attack on Israel on Saturday night, launching over 300 drones and missiles, marking the first direct military attack by Iran on the Jewish state.
- Insufficient investment renders the supply more fragile, raising the likelihood of a 'super spike well above $100' if the supply is disrupted.
- Recent months have seen oil prices rise due to trade disruptions and delays caused by maritime attacks in the Red Sea by the Houthis, who express solidarity with the Palestinian people.
Fight against Russia: Zelensky calls for equal “unity” in supporting Ukraine and Israel
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Protesters demand Georgia government withdraw proposed 'Russian law': Critics say the bill mirrors similar legislation introduced by President Vladimir Putin in ...
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned Iran's drone and missile attack on Israel and said his country needed help from its allies to fend off ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/ukraines-zelenskiy-condemns-iranian-attack-israel-2024-04-14/
Quick Glance: Zelensky Condemns Iranian Attack on Israel, Calls for International Support
- President Zelensky condemned Iran's massive attack on Israel, urging international assistance to prevent further escalation in the Middle East.
- Israel reported an attack with 170 drones, 30 cruise missiles, and 120 ballistic missiles, with the majority being intercepted.
- Zelensky emphasized the similarity between attacks in Ukraine and Israel, stressing the need for international unity against terrorism.
- US Congressmen are considering whether to combine or separate aid for Israel and Ukraine in a pending bill, with funding decisions still pending.
Pro-Palestinian protest blocks Golden Gate Bridge: San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge was blocked for hours during a pro-Palestinian demonstration.
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German Leader Scholz Warns China Over Dumping, Overcapacity Echoing US: German Chancellor Olaf Scholz instructed Chinese officials to promote free trade and ...
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Visiting targeted air base, IDF chief promises response to Iranian attack: Iran will 'face consequences of its actions,' Halevi warns; military spokesman says ...
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Rebels raise flag at seized Myanmar base, commander confident of retaining control
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Israel's army chief: Iran's attack will be followed by "a response": The international community called on Israel to “de-escalate” on Monday ...
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Iraq to vote on bill including death penalty for same-sex acts: Iraqi lawmakers are set to vote on a bill that includes the death penalty or life in prison for ...
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UK's Cameron urges Israel not to retaliate against Iran: British Foreign Secretary David Cameron urged Israel not to retaliate after Iran's drone and missile ...
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Amarah's alleged killer goes to court, covered in faeces: THE man who allegedly beheaded four-year-old Amarah Lallitte at her Arouca home last Monday has been ...
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#SPOTLIGHT : #Iran ’s low-tech, fairly primitive surveillance drones have evolved over the years into its spearhead of asymmetric warfare ... Show more
Israel war cabinet hold heated debate over how to respond to Iran attack, Israeli officials say
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"Iran had talked about it and the Israelis were expecting it." Al Jazeera's Imran Khan on watching Iran's retaliatory aerial attack on Israel from ... Show more
🔊 What you need to know today:
- Israel considers how to respond to Iran’s first direct attack
- US tells Israel it will not join a counteroffensive against ...
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Iran Attacks Israel: What We Know: Tehran fired hundreds of drones and missiles in what was believed to be its first direct assault on Israel after years of a ...
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West Asia crisis LIVE: 'World must take action against Iran's crimes': Israel tells UNSC
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Is Iran's attack on Israel a turning point for the Middle East?
"Perception matters in war," says the BBC's Lyse Doucet ... Show more www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3ct6dl0
Europe joins US in urging restraint by Israel after Iranian attack: Israel's European allies urged it on Monday to show restraint over Iran's weekend missile and ...
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An artist’s interpretation based on interviews with family and a prisoner depicts Aung San Suu Kyi in Naypyidaw Prison, Myanmar ... Show more
Assam Rifles’ report on Manipur part blames Chief Minister’s political authoritarianism for conflict
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Five Things You Need to Know to Start Your Day: Asia: US seeks to minimize Iran-Israel escalation. Bitcoin ‘halving’ set to rock the crypto industry ...
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Palestinians in Gaza City queued to buy bread from a bakery that reopened after being shut down for several months due to the lack of flour and energy www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/irans-attack-israel-stirs-admiration-among-gaza-palestinians-2024-04-14/
Gaza war: Professor Kruglanski explains the psychology of the conflict: Social psychologist Arie Kruglanski has been studying the mechanisms of radicalization ...
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US military destroyed 80 drones, 6 missiles launched from Iran, Yemen, US Centcom says
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🔴 Live: Macron urges Israel to ‘avoid escalation’, calls Iranian attack ‘disproportionate’
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Israel’s Ambassador to the UN, Gilad Erdan, calls on the UNSC to condemn Iran for its drone and missile attack on Israel, stating that it violated ... Show more
Sudden heavy rains in Oman kill at least 17 including schoolchildren whose bus was overtaken
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Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, posted a message in Hebrew on his official account on X (formerly Twitter), stating ... Show more www.dawn.com/live/gaza-invasion #DawnToday
Why holiday tuition does not improve learning outcomes: Students need mental breaks from the pressing study schedules. The teachers need it also.
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Turkish intelligence has expanded its spy-imam program to gather intel abroad - Nordic Monitor
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Quick Glance: Turkish Intelligence Expands Spy-Imam Program Abroad
- Turkish intelligence has intensified its recruitment of imams to gather information abroad.
- Imams undergo training to collect intelligence without alerting host authorities.
- The program is jointly coordinated by Turkey's main intelligence agency, the foreign ministry, and the religious affairs directorate.
- Selected candidates are carefully vetted and operate in alignment with Turkey's national security interests.
Biden Seeks to Head Off Escalation After Israel’s Successful Defense: The president told Israel that the interception of nearly all of the Iranian drones and ...
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Despite angry protests by some ultra-Orthodox Jews at talk of ending their military service exemption, attitudes are softening within parts of the community ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/can-israels-ultra-orthodox-military-volunteers-help-defuse-battle-over-2024-04-13/ @DanWilliams
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