Israel Prepares Forces as Conflict With Hezbollah Intensifies: Israel is stepping up preparations for a potential all-out war with Hezbollah ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/israel-prepares-forces-as-conflict-with-hezbollah-intensifies
Ahmed Alid guilty of murdering Terence Carney in Hartlepool: Moroccan asylum seeker Ahmed Alid told police he stabbed two men in protest against the Gaza ...
bbc.com/news/uk-england-tees-68899601
Saudi Arabia: Any visa holder can now perform Umrah: Pilgrims encouraged to utilise Nusuk app to obtain Umrah permit, adhere to ritual timings
gulfnews.com/world/gulf/saudi/saudi-arabia-any-visa-holder-can-now-perform-umrah-1.102327567
Arizona House votes to repeal abortion ban: The move clears the path for a similar vote in the Senate — which appears to have the support to pass the measure.
politico.com/news/2024/04/24/arizona-house-votes-to-repeal-abortion-ban-00154175
Saudi King Salman leaves hospital after medical checks - state television: Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz left King Faisal Specialist Hospital after ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/saudi-king-salman-leaves-hospital-after-medical-checks-state-television-2024-04-24/
The remains of Royal Malaysian Navy pilot, Lieutenant T. Sivasutan, who perished in the helicopter crash in Lumut on Tuesday (April 23) has been cremated at ... Show more thestartv.com/c/news cutt.ly/TheStar fb.com/TheStarOnline
The US quietly shipped long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine: The United States in recent weeks secretly shipped long-range missiles to Ukraine for use in its ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-quietly-shipped-long-range-atacms-missiles-ukraine-2024-04-24/
Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
Qatar Will Host Meeting to Discuss Ukrainian Proposal to End War: National security advisors and senior officials from around the world are set to meet in Doha ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-24/qatar-will-host-meeting-to-discuss-ukrainian-proposal-to-end-war
Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud welcomed Turkish naval forces to Mogadishu, two months after Somalia and Turkey signed a defense and economic ... Show more reut.rs/4aQ6Yjg
Quick Glance: Turkish Warship Arrives in Mogadishu under Somalia Defense Pact
- A Turkish Navy vessel arrived at the Port of Mogadishu on Tuesday following the signing of a defense and economic agreement between Somalia and Turkey in February this year.
- The TCG Kınalıada F514 docked at the port two months after the landmark deal signed between the two countries, under which Turkey committed to provide maritime security support to Somalia.
- President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia, along with several ministers, joined the welcoming ceremony along with the Turkish Ambassador to Somalia, Alper Aktaş.
- Turkey and Somalia also signed a deal on offshore oil and natural gas cooperation last month, further strengthening ties after agreeing on a defense deal.
US Air Force narrows list to General Atomics, Anduril to build autonomous aircraft
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/us-air-force-narrows-list-general-atomics-anduril-build-autonomous-aircraft-2024-04-24/
Senate passes Ukraine aid, Israel funding and path to TikTok ban, sending bill to Biden's desk
nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-hold-key-test-vote-ukraine-aid-israel-funding-tiktok-ban-rcna148685
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
US Army says coalition vessel engaged anti-ship ballistic missile launched from Yemen
reuters.com/world/middle-east/ambrey-is-aware-an-incident-southwest-yemens-aden-advisory-note-2024-04-24/
Israel’s Forever War: The Long History of Managing—Rather Than Solving—the Conflict
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UAE reports illness linked to contaminated water after floods: A small number of people in the United Arab Emirates have shown symptoms associated with ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/uae-reports-illness-linked-contaminated-water-after-floods-2024-04-25/
US urges all armed forces in Sudan to halt North Darfur attacks: The United States on Wednesday called on all armed forces in Sudan to immediately cease attacks ...
reuters.com/world/africa/us-urges-all-armed-forces-sudan-halt-north-darfur-attacks-2024-04-24/
Arizona House votes to repeal pre-Roe abortion ban: The Senate also has enough votes to overturn the 1864 law, but still may take effect temporarily.
axios.com/2024/04/24/arizona-abortion-ban-repealed-house
Quick Glance: Supreme Court Divided on Emergency Abortion Access: Highlights
- The Supreme Court seems divided on access to emergency abortions in states with near-total bans.
- The 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act could impact abortion access in emergencies.
- The debate raises questions about fetal personhood and abortion rights conflict.
- The court's decision could affect abortion access in 14 states with strict abortion bans.
Searching for the dead as mass graves exhumed in Gaza: 'We are all mothers here searching for our children'
abcnews.go.com/International/searching-dead-mass-graves-exhumed-gaza-mothers-searching/story
Quick Glance: UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Graves at Two Gaza Hospitals
- The United Nations called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves at two major hospitals in Gaza that were searched by Israeli troops.
- It was emphasized that investigators must have access to the sites, and a greater number of journalists should be able to work safely in Gaza to report on the facts.
- Some of the bodies belonged to individuals killed during the hospital siege, while others were victims when Israeli forces raided the hospital.
- The discovery of the graves highlights the urgency of a ceasefire, the end of the conflict, improved access for humanitarian aid, the protection of hospitals, and the release of Israeli hostages.
Mass graves in the Gaza Strip what we know: Palestinians report that hundreds of dead have been discovered in mass graves in the Gaza Strip. Who are the dead ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/ausland/massengraeber-gazastreifen-israel-100.html
Top Israeli and Egyptian officials secretly meet to discuss possible Rafah invasion
axios.com/2024/04/24/israel-gaza-rafah-operation-egypt
Quick Glance: Israeli Forces Ready to Conquer Rafah in Gaza, Awaiting Government Approval
- The Israel Defense Forces have completed all necessary preparations to capture the southernmost city of Rafah in the Gaza Strip and can initiate an operation once they receive government authorization, as stated by a senior Israeli defense official.
- This official informed Reuters that Israel is planning to take control of Rafah, considered the final Hamas stronghold in Gaza, evacuate Palestinian civilians from the area, and launch an assault against Hamas fighters.
- According to a spokesperson for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, Israel is progressing with a ground operation without specifying a timeline for the action.
- Various Israeli reports indicated that top Israeli security officials traveled to Egypt on Wednesday to coordinate the planned offensive in Rafah.
Saudi Arabia's King Salman leaves hospital following routine check up - TV: Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz has left King Faisal Specialist hospital in ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/saudi-arabias-king-salman-hospital-routine-check-up-tv-2024-04-24/
Israel’s Next Front? Iran, Hezbollah, and the Coming War in Lebanon: Iran, Hezbollah, and the coming war in Lebanon.
foreignaffairs.com/israel/israels-next-front
Paid articlePaid Pressure builds on Columbia University president to quit over Gaza protests: Both US lawmakers and protesters have criticised Nemat Shafik's handling of campus ...
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Watch: Indian vendor who served tea to Bill Gates sips coffee at Dubai's Burj Khalifa - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/watch-indian-vendor-who-served-tea-to-bill-gates-sips-coffee-at-dubais-burj-khalifa
Quick Glance: Dolly Chaiwalla sips coffee atop Burj Khalifa; internet reacts to viral footage
- The new video of Dolly Chaiwalla, known for his unique way of making tea, comes after his viral video with Microsoft's Bill Gates earlier this year.
- Sunil Patil, also known as 'Dolly Chaiwalla' from Nagpur, has once again captured the internet's attention with his latest video. He is seen sipping coffee at the peak of Dubai’s Burj Khalifa in the video, sparking a frenzy on social media with users expressing a mix of awe and amusement.
- Some users joked about setting up a tea stall on top of the skyscraper, while others marveled at Patil's remarkable journey from a humble tea seller to a global sensation.
- Patil's transition from selling tea on the streets of Nagpur to interacting with tech moguls and enjoying coffee at the peak of architectural wonders highlights the endless possibilities in today's interconnected world. Dolly Chaiwalla continues to surprise his audience, keeping them eagerly anticipating his next adventure.
Live updates: Israel-Hamas war, US funding for Israel, crisis in Gaza: The US Senate has passed a funding package that will provide $26.4 billion to aid Israel ...
edition.cnn.com/middleeast/live-news/israel-hamas-war-gaza-news-04-24-24/h_2c7443f33454ee517c50ebcfe7ab6c8f
Columbia president facing intense pressure on numerous fronts : Amid protests at Columbia University and calls for President Minouche Shafik to resign ...
washingtonpost.com/education/2024/04/24/columbia-president-shafik-campus-pressure-lawmakers-donors/
US will send senior delegation to Niger to discuss withdrawing troops : The United States will send a delegation to Niger on Thursday to begin face-to-face talks ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/25/us-will-send-senior-delegation-to-niger-to-discuss-withdrawing-troops-
UAE gets fourth AEW&C aircraft from Saab: Saab, the renowned defense and security company, has announced the delivery of the fourth GlobalEye aircraft to the ...
defence-blog.com/uae-gets-fourth-aewc-aircraft-from-saab/
UAE-Oman railway enters implementation phase - News | Khaleej Times: It will now be known as Hafeet Rail — derived from the railway's scenic route from the ...
khaleejtimes.com/uae/transport/uae-oman-railway-enters-implementation-phase
Quick Glance: UAE-Oman railway project in implementation phase: CEO of Hafeet Rail
- Ahmed Al Musawa Al Hashemi, CEO of Hafeet Rail, confirmed that the railway project between the Sultanate of Oman and the United Arab Emirates has entered into the implementation phase today.
- He stated that several tangible steps have been taken, starting with the signing of the partnership agreement between stakeholders and the awarding of major contracts for the project to a UAE-Omani alliance comprising companies from both countries operating as one team.
- Al Hashemi emphasized that the project will bring numerous economic and social benefits. He highlighted that the railways are operated with high efficiency in terms of safety and environmental sustainability, being among the most sustainable means of transportation.
- He expressed his expectations that the UAE-Oman railway project will act as a catalyst for further cooperation in various economic and industrial sectors, with a direct impact on passenger movement between the two countries, further enhancing tourism and relationships between their peoples.
Russia, Ukraine to exchange displaced children in Qatar-brokered deal: Russia and Ukraine have agreed in a Qatari-brokered deal to exchange almost 50 children ...
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Gallant: 50% of Hezbollah commanders in south Lebanon killed, other half hiding: The IDF said that it had killed six Hezbollah brigade-level commanders and over ...
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-798459
Sheikh Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, head of the Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, praised King Salman and Crown Prince ... Show more
Five UPDF soldiers detained after three civilian suspects escape from custody : The suspects had been in army custody for over five months
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/five-updf-soldiers-detained-after-three-civilian-suspects-escape-from-custody--4602736
Recovering from the floods: All the roads and transport services that are accessible now in Dubai
gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/recovering-from-the-floods-all-the-roads-and-transport-services-that-are-accessible-now-in-dubai-1.1713516881090
Iran sentences rapper Toomaj Salehi to death over 2022-23 unrest, lawyer tells paper
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-24-iran-sentences-rapper-toomaj-salehi-to-death-over-2022-23-unrest-lawyer-tells-paper/
Quick Glance: Iranian Rapper Toomaj Salehi Receives Death Sentence for Criticizing Authorities
- Toomaj Salehi's songs criticized government corruption and repression.
- An Iranian court imposed a death sentence on rapper Toomaj Salehi for his critical songs.
- Salehi, subjected to multiple arrests, condemned the regime in his music.
- Despite being detained, Salehi persisted in releasing music videos opposing the Iranian authorities.
Ship comes under attack off coast of Yemen as Houthi rebel campaign appears to gain new speed
ctvnews.ca/world/ship-comes-under-attack-off-coast-of-yemen-as-houthi-rebel-campaign-appears-to-gain-new-speed-1.6861289
Huge sleeping alligator holds up flights at Florida air force base: A 10-foot-long alligator laying by a plane wheel chock at MacDill Air Force Base in Florida ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/23/sleeping-alligator-holds-flights-florida-air-force-base-20703895/
Columbia Sets Deadline For Talks to End Encampment: The university, which asked the police to arrest protesters last week, will consider “alternative options” ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/23/us/columbia-protests-encampment.html
Turkey's Erdogan says Iraq sees need to eliminate Kurdish PKK militia: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said in remarks published on Tuesday he believed Iraq saw ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/turkeys-erdogan-says-iraq-sees-need-eliminate-kurdish-pkk-militia-media-reports-2024-04-23/
Quick Glance: Erdogan emphasizes need to combat PKK militia in Iraq
- Turkish President Erdogan highlights the necessity of eliminating the Kurdish PKK militia in Iraq and seeks support from Baghdad.
- Following talks in Baghdad and Erbil, Erdogan announces a new phase of cooperation to combat terrorism and enhance economic relations.
- Turkey and Iraq plan to establish a joint military operations center to address PKK threats and manage water resources.
- Both countries have agreed on strategic framework agreements covering security, trade, energy, and water management to consider Iraq's needs.
White House's Sullivan expects to travel to Saudi Arabia in next few weeks: White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Wednesday he expects to ...
reuters.com/world/blinken-plans-visit-saudi-arabia-take-part-world-economic-forum-axios-reports-2024-04-23/
Why the US might put sanctions on an Israeli army battalion : An Israeli army battalion, Netzah Yehuda, may, among other things, be excluded from receiving US ...
dw.com/en/israel-us-plans-to-sanction-an-idf-unit/a-68902127
Some Palestinians forced to flee homes as Israel pounds northern Gaza: Much of the shelling was focused for a second day on Beit Lahiya on the northern edge of ...
theglobeandmail.com/world/article-some-palestinians-forced-to-flee-homes-as-israel-pounds-northern-gaza/
IDF preparing to start Rafah operation 'very soon' after mass evacuation of the city - report
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-798390
Opinion | The Ghost of the 1968 Antiwar Movement Has Returned: The suffering in the war in Gaza is unacceptable. Young people will make that point clear this ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/opinion/chicago-dnc-antiwar-protests.html
Omar Assad's 81-year-old widow still hopes to see justice served against the Israeli soldiers she blames for his death two years ago in the occupied West Bank ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/widowed-palestinian-doesnt-expect-much-us-action-against-israel-2024-04-23/
Update: All the roads and transport services that are accessible now in Dubai: Operating roads and services, and alternative plans from RTA
gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/transport/update-all-the-roads-and-transport-services-that-are-accessible-now-in-dubai-1.1713516881090
Anti-Israel groups on campus must be threatened with their academic standing - editorial
jpost.com/opinion/article-798493
IAF targets Hamas rocket launchers located in humanitarian zone in Gaza: As part of the operation, IAF fighter jets struck over 50 military targets.
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-798404
How Erdogan's visit to Iraq reaped fruits of solid diplomacy: After years of criticising Ankara's anti-PKK operations, Baghdad has now come to the ...
trtworld.com/opinion/how-erdogans-visit-to-iraq-reaped-fruits-of-solid-diplomacy-17912946
Fears grow for Rafah as Israel-Hamas war rages on 200th day: GAZA STRIP: The Israel-Hamas war entered its 200th day on Tuesday (Apr 23) as aid groups warned that ...
channelnewsasia.com/world/fears-grow-rafah-israel-hamas-war-rages-200th-day-4285861
NASA releases satellite photos of Dubai and Abu Dhabi before and after record flooding
cnbc.com/2024/04/24/dubai-flood-nasa-releases-satellite-photos-of-record-uae-flooding.html
War on Gaza: Israel violating international and humanitarian law with US weapons, task force says
middleeasteye.net/news/israel-violating-international-and-humanitarian-law-us-weapons-task-force-says
How the House GOP’s Biden impeachment effort fell apart: House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer was eager to take the reins of a high-stakes ...
cnn.com/2024/04/24/politics/house-gop-biden-impeachment-effort/
Congress passes bill that could ban TikTok after years of false starts: Lawmakers sped a possible TikTok ban through Congress by tying it to a sprawling funding ...
washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/04/23/tiktok-ban-senate-vote-sale-biden/
Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
- The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.
- In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.
- Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'
- San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
Kurdish separatists and water issues loom large in long-awaited Erdogan visit to Iraq
apnews.com/article/iraq-turkey-erdogan-pkk-water-oil-gas-29fa460c436e2e0fcbfe72a414c4340f
5.235m people benefited from 50 RTA’s community-based initiatives in 2023: Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has carried out 50 community and volunteer ...
emirates247.com/uae/5-235m-people-benefited-from-50-rta-s-community-based-initiatives-in-2023-2024-04-23-1.731659
Sudan military downs drones targeting its HQ in Shendi, say army sources: CAIRO: Sudan’s army used anti-aircraft missiles on Tuesday to shoot down drones ...
arabnews.com/node/2497931/middle-east
Majority of Atlanta Beltline to be completed by 2026 World Cup: Atlanta officials announced Wednesday that they’re speeding up delivery of miles of trails on the ...
ajc.com/news/atlanta-news/majority-of-beltline-to-be-completed-by-world-cup/4FSZHAA7YFB2VH6SZX5PO7SBLI/
Military horses escape, run amok in London: Four people were hurt and some vehicles were damaged as the horses ran loose in Central London.
pennlive.com/nation-world/2024/04/military-horses-escape-run-amok-in-london.html
Jordan's King Abdullah on Tuesday called for more efforts to reach a ceasefire in Gaza during talks with Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal in Amman ... Show more
Analyses debunk Hamas claims that Israel dug mass graves at Nasser hospital: Hamas had claimed Israel dug the graves to "hide" evidence ...
jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-798509
UAE Central Bank permits banks to postpone personal and car loans for six months
gulfnews.com/business/banking/uae-central-bank-permits-banks-to-postpone-personal-and-car-loans-for-six-months-1.1713800576115
Quick Glance: UAE Floods: Banks Allowed to Defer Loan Repayments for 6 Months After Storm, Central Bank Announces
- The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) issued a notice to all banks and insurance companies to defer repayment of personal and car loan instalments for customers affected by the weather conditions for six months.
- The deferral will not include additional fees, interest, or an increase in the loan principal amount.
- The Central Bank clarified that damages to vehicles and homes caused by heavy rains are covered by insurance policies, with insurance companies responsible for compensation.
- The public is advised to review insurance policies carefully, protect their rights, and contact SANADAK, the financial and insurance ombudsman, for complaints or disputes with insurance companies.
Twenty one dead, 23 missing after boat capsizes off Djibouti coast, UN agency official says
reuters.com/world/africa/un-migration-agency-16-dead-28-missing-after-boat-capsizes-off-djibouti-coast-2024-04-23/
How the Columbia protests sparked campus demonstrations across the country: The decision by Columbia University’s president to call in the New York Police ...
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/columbia-protests-sparked-campus-demonstrations-country-rcna148994
Quick Glance: College Protests Erupting Across America
- Pro-Palestinian protests surge on US campuses, challenging school leadership.
- Conflict sparked post-Hamas attack, escalating into protests and arrests.
- Protesters demand divestment from Israel-linked entities at universities.
- Political leaders call for Columbia president's resignation over chaos and antisemitism.
Jordanian doctor risked her life to help deliver Palestinian babies in Gaza: Weeks after the start of the Israeli onslaught against Gaza, Jordanian obstetrician ...
middleeasteye.net/news/gaza-war-jordan-doctor-volunteer-deliver-palestinian-babies
Columbia University extends negotiations with student activists over dismantling encampment
cnn.com/2024/04/23/business/columbia-yale-colleges-universities-protests/
At Columbia, Speaker Johnson calls on its president to resign if she can't 'bring order' to protests
abcnews.go.com/Politics/columbia-speaker-johnson-calls-president-resign-bring-order/story
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Opinion | Marjorie Taylor Greene Has Reached the Outer Limit of Extremism: She has, in very little time, undermined the influence of her party’s entire right ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/opinion/marjorie-taylor-greene-mike-johnson.html
Quick Glance: The Right Grapples with Marjorie Taylor Greene's Impact
- Kevin McCarthy's concessions led to repercussions for both him and the Republican Party.
- Greene faces criticism from conservative media and politicians who see her as a liability to the party.
- Her controversial actions and missteps have resulted in increased scrutiny, even from within her own party.
- The GOP base is not fully aligned with Greene's pursuits, indicating growing doubts about her ability to represent the party.
Fire and Rescue Department pilots to undergo simulated emergency training in UAE: KUANTAN: The Fire and Rescue Department will be sending its pilots to the ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/24/fire-and-rescue-department-pilots-to-undergo-simulated-emergency-training-in-uae
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