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“Right to freedom of expression”: Hallervorden sees no anti-Semitism in Gaza poem
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USC valedictorian’s grad speech is canceled: ‘The university has betrayed me’: Asna Tabassum was selected as USC valedictorian and offered a slot to speak at ...
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Outrage as US university cancels Muslim valedictorian's commencement speech: University of Southern California faces backlash for canceling valedictorian ...
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WATCH: Columbia University’s president testifies at House antisemitism hearing: After the other Ivy League presidents’ equivocation led to weeks of backlash ...
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Quick Glance: Columbia Leaders Questioned on Campus Antisemitism
- Columbia University leaders faced scrutiny from lawmakers regarding their actions against campus antisemitism.
- Congress members expressed disbelief over faculty members' statements and the university's response.
- University leaders expressed concern and promised changes to facilitate reporting incidents and enforcing rules.
- The hearing sparked debates on free speech, political context, and addressing antisemitism incidents in higher education.
'Let her speak!' USC campus reels after valedictorian's speech is canceled: On Wednesday, a smattering of protesters gathered by the landmark Tommy Trojan statue ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-04-18/usc-campus-reels-after-valedictorians-speech-is-canceled
Palestine congress banned in Berlin: "Police state methods could be used again": The ban on the anti-Israel event at the weekend is causing a stir: Is it a ...
berliner-zeitung.de/politik-gesellschaft/palaestina-kongress-in-berlin-verboten-polizeistaat-methoden-koennten-wieder-benutzt-werden-li.2205821
Israel Is Caught Between Escalating War and Heeding US: Israel is divided over what to do next, and whether the Middle East plunges into a wider war might come ...
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LIVE: UN Security Council meets on Middle East: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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U.S. and UK issue new sanctions on Iran in response to weekend attack on Israel amid escalating tensions
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Quick Glance: US imposes new sanctions on Iran's drone program
- The United States imposed new sanctions Thursday on sixteen people and two entities associated with Iran’s drone program to punish Tehran for the weekend's attack on Israel.
- The sanctions target executives of an engine manufacturer supplying Iran’s Shahad-131 drones, companies servicing the engines, and individuals providing the drones to Iranian proxy forces in the Middle East.
- Coordinated with European allies, the new sanctions aim to disrupt Iran's missile and drone program and isolate the country globally.
- President Joe Biden emphasized the US commitment to holding Iran accountable, utilizing economic tools to counter Iran's activities, as stated by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
Indonesia Calls On China to Help Cool Middle East Tensions: Indonesia urged China to use its influence to prevent an escalation of tensions in the Middle East ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/indonesia-sees-china-using-influence-to-cool-middle-east-tension
China Leads the Way – Beijing Supports Full UN Membership for Palestine: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has expressed his country’s support for Palestine’s bid ...
palestinechronicle.com/china-leads-the-way-beijing-supports-full-un-membership-for-palestine/
Dieter Hallervorden releases "Gaza Gaza" song: That's not how it works!: Dieter Hallervorden wanted to express his sympathy for the civilian population in Gaza ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/panorama/menschen-schicksale/id_100387490/dieter-hallervorden-veroeffentlicht-gaza-gaza-song-so-geht-das-nicht-.html
IMF warns of long-lasting economic impact of Gaza war on Middle East: Fund expects growth in Middle East and north Africa region and Pakistan to be ‘lacklustre’ ...
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Saudi Arabia and UAE Warn of War Dangers as Israel-Iran Tensions Boil: Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates called for maximum “self-restraint” in the ...
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🔴 LIVE DAY 195 #Israel #Palestine - Israeli air strikes on Rafah killed 7 people, including 3 children
- 11 bodies recovered from different areas of Khan Younis
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Live: Israel arrests 5,000 from Gaza, says local authority: Meanwhile, Netanyahu rejects 'claims about famine' in Gaza
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Against Tyranny: Two Stories Told in Pictures Warn Us To Fight On: New graphic works about oppression in Iran and Cuba illustrate the common traits of ...
newlinesmag.com/review/against-tyranny-two-stories-told-in-pictures-warn-us-to-fight-on/
Stabbed Sydney Assyrian bishop says recovering quickly, forgives attacker: An Assyrian bishop who was stabbed during a service at his Sydney church said on ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/18/stabbed-sydney-assyrian-bishop-says-recovering-quickly-forgives-attacker
European Gas Options-Buying Jumped During Recent Price Swings: Intense swings in European natural gas prices have prompted traders to pile into options contracts ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/european-gas-options-buying-jumped-during-recent-price-swings
UN Security Council to vote on granting Palestine full membership in world body: Nine votes are needed to introduce a resolution on membership status to the ...
thenationalnews.com/news/2024/04/18/un-security-council-to-vote-on-granting-palestine-full-membership-in-world-body/
Key Western ally Jordan on edge after Iran attack; Israel weighs up retaliation options
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-17-key-western-ally-jordan-on-edge-after-iran-attack-israel-weighs-up-retaliation-options/
Kremlin cagey on Iran missile warning, calls for restraint in Middle East: The Kremlin refused to confirm or deny on Wednesday if Moscow had been forewarned of ...
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When Namibia Stands Up to Germany: Why the Global South is Rising for Palestine: Since the start of the Israeli genocide, Namibia answered the call of solidarity ...
palestinechronicle.com/when-namibia-stands-up-to-germany-why-the-global-south-is-rising-for-palestine/
Middle East updates: US to impose new sanctions against Iran: Washington has said it will announce fresh sanctions on Iran following the attack on Israel at the ...
dw.com/en/middle-east-updates-us-to-impose-new-sanctions-against-iran/live-68844617
As Oil Prices Rise, 7 Investments — Including 2 Stocks With 25% Upside: Geopolitical tensions are sending oil prices surging. Here's how to invest in the ...
businessinsider.com/how-to-invest-in-oil-prices-stocks-israel-iran-palestine-2024-4
Full UN membership won't help Palestinians on statehood: US envoy: U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield said on Wednesday she did not ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/us-envoy-says-full-un-membership-wont-help-palestinians-with-statehood-2024-04-17/
Kyrgyz journalist Aike Beishekeyeva planned to celebrate her 23rd birthday over cake w/her colleagues at @TemirovLive .
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With Journalists Behind Bars, Kyrgyzstan Enters New Era of Repression - OCCRP: The authorities have accused Temirov Live, a respected investigative outlet ...
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The Emotional Fog of War — with Arwa Damon and Faisal Al Yafai (The Lede Podcast) - The Shorty Awards
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So much for free speech on X; Musk confirms new users must soon pay to post: The fee, likely $1, is aimed at stopping “relentless” bots, Musk said.
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/04/so-much-for-free-speech-on-x-musk-confirms-new-users-must-soon-pay-to-post/
Quick Glance: Musk Plans Fee for New X Users
- Elon Musk intends to charge new users of X in the initial months to curb the activity of automated bot accounts.
- The fee is set to be waived after three months to allow free posting.
- Tests in New Zealand and the Philippines raised skepticism about the effectiveness of the fee as a countermeasure against bots.
- Declining revenues at X post-rebranding and Twitter acquisition, along with a negative brand perception by companies, are impacting the service's business.
USC valedictorian speaks out after school canceled her commencement speech : "I also wanted to impart a message of responsibility," Asna Tabassum said.
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Quick Glance: USC Valedictorian Criticizes School For Cancelling Her Speech
- USC announced Asna Tabassum as the Class of 2024 valedictorian, but the school canceled her speech.
- The cancellation was due to security concerns related to social media and the conflict in the Middle East.
- Tabassum criticized the university for the decision and felt disappointed.
- The school will not select a replacement for Tabassum at the main graduation ceremony.
Is Israel a “settler-colonial” state? The debate, explained: The historical discussion at the heart of Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
vox.com/world-politics/24128715/israel-palestine-conflict-settler-colonialism-zionism-history-debate
Over 150 media professionals appeal to Ukrainian parliament to dismiss spokeswoman for Defence Forces of Ukraine's South
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451830/
Freedom of speech? Belgian antifascists respond to attacks after far-right 'NatCons' fundraiser
brusselstimes.com/belgium/1011516/freedom-of-speech-belgian-antifascists-respond-to-attacks-after-far-right-natcons-fundraiser
🔊 A far-right politician tests the boundaries of Germany's free speech. Find out more on the Reuters World News podcast
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Trump's Truth Social to Launch Live TV Streaming Platform, Including News, Religion, & Family-Friendly Content
techtimes.com/articles/303664/20240417/trumps-truth-social-launch-live-tv-streaming-platform-including-news-religion-family-friendly-content.htm
Nigel Farage is the worst of us, but he has a right to speak: Fighting populism cannot be done with bans
inews.co.uk/opinion/nigel-farage-worst-us-right-speak-3011239
Latest state survey of Florida college students asks about Trump and Biden: The latest round of a controversial state survey of Florida college and university ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/17/latest-state-survey-of-florida-college-students-asks-about-trump-and-biden/
Jeff Landry pushes bill that would block public from viewing government records: Republican Gov. Jeff Landry, who touted transparency on the campaign trail and ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/politics/legislature/jeff-landry-supports-bill-to-gut-la-public-records-access/article_85c682a7-5aab-5dfd-9d47-833ae985f956.html
Cancel culture comes to Brussels: Those trying to cancel the National Conservatism conference believe public life must be subjected to the policing of speech ...
politico.eu/article/cancel-culture-comes-to-brussels/
Höcke and incitement to hatred: what is allowed and what is forbidden?: There are slogans, terms and symbols from the National Socialist era that almost everyone ...
nzz.ch/international/hoecke-und-die-volksverhetzung-was-ist-erlaubt-und-was-verboten-ld.1826570
Erdogan: Israel's Netanyahu solely responsible for recent Middle East tensions: Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Israeli leadership are solely ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1236639/erdogan-israels-netanyahu-solely-responsible-for-recent-middle-east-tensions/
Israeli military vows response to Iran attack as calls for restraint mount: Israelis awaited word on how Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would respond 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.
Avoiding escalation in the Middle East: In the wake of Iran's drone attack on Israel, everything possible must be done to avoid a regional conflagration ...
lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/04/15/avoiding-escalation-in-the-middle-east_6668464_4.html
Threat of Middle East conflict triggers flight to safer assets, IMF warns: Heightened regional tensions add to fears of persistent inflation, says fund’s top ...
ft.com/content/6414912d-46cf-49cc-99b4-f4f4b95fef1c
Iraqi leader calls for restraint in Middle East during Washington visit: Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani called for restraint in the Middle East on ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/iraqs-deputy-prime-minister-us-meeting-calls-regional-restraint-2024-04-15/
Ringgit easier against US dollar at closing: KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit continued its downtrend today to end lower against the greenback due to continued positive ...
thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/04/16/ringgit-easier-against-us-dollar-at-closing
Stocks Are Just Beginning to Worry About the Middle East. More Pain Could Come. : Signs that the war could worsen are serious. That makes it plausible that oil ...
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A dangerous turning point in the Middle East: Israel should listen to allies who care about its security
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Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
China FM says Iran can ‘handle the situation,’ spare Middle East more tension: China said it believed Iran could “handle the situation well and spare the region ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/16/china-fm-says-iran-can-handle-the-situation-spare-middle-east-more-tension
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 ...
cnn.com/2024/04/15/energy/oil-market-iran-israel-conflict/
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.
Allies urge Israel to show restraint after Iranian attack: Israel faced growing pressure from allies on Monday to show restraint and avoid an escalation of ...
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Allegra Stratton: Monday After Near World War: Today has been oddly workaday after the dramatic escalation in Israel over the weekend, which Bloomberg’s Big Take ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-15/allegra-stratton-monday-after-near-world-war
Book bans hit another record high: PEN America: After already soaring to record peaks, book bans in U.S. schools have hit a new high, according to free speech ...
thehill.com/homenews/education/4597120-book-bans-record-high-pen-america/
‘We’re on the edge’: Palestinians terrified by Israeli settler violence: Mobs of Israeli settlers attacked West Bank Palestinian villages recently ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/15/we-are-on-the-edge-palestinians-terrified-by-israeli-settler-violence
Israel-Iran: Breaking the Mideast Cycle of Revenge in the Aeschylus Trap: Markets and the world need Israel and Iran to break the cycle of vengeance — and so do ...
bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-04-15/israel-iran-breaking-the-mideast-cycle-of-revenge-in-the-aeschylus-trap
New Lines' investigation, “The Dirty Business of Green Energy in Congo,” is nominated at the @TheWebbyAwards for Best Media Storytelling!
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‘Dismantle Armed Settler Militias’ – ICC Urged to Take Action Against Illegal Settlers
palestinechronicle.com/dismantle-armed-settler-militias-icc-urged-to-take-action-against-illegal-settlers/
Hamas backs Iran after retaliatory missile, drone attacks on Israel: Hamas affirms ‘natural right’ of countries in the Middle East to defend themselves ‘in the ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/14/hamas-backs-iran-after-retaliatory-missile-drone-attacks-on-israel
Quick Glance: New Measures Against Iran and Escalation in West Bank
- The United States intends to take further actions against Iran in the coming days to address the attacks on Israel over the weekend, as announced by US officials on Tuesday.
- To combat the escalation in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Israeli and Palestinian officials reported the deaths of two Palestinians shot by Israeli settlers on Monday.
‘This Seems to Be a Major Strategic Error on the Part of Iran’: Richard Haass, one of America’s leading foreign policy strategists, believes Tehran’s weekend ...
politico.com/news/magazine/2024/04/15/iran-israel-foreign-policy-strategist-q-a-00152205
Julian Reichelt wins before the Federal Constitutional Court after criticizing the government
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Quick Glance: Former 'Bild' Chief: Federal Constitutional Court Upholds Reichelt Complaint Against Federal Government
- Julian Reichelt succeeded with a constitutional complaint against the federal government.
- The Federal Constitutional Court overturned the decision of the Chamber Court.
- Freedom of speech is of particular importance and must be protected.
- The Chamber Court did not consider the linguistic context of the statement.
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 ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/14/world/middleeast/biden-netanyahu-israel-iran-strikes.html
With Iran’s Strikes, Arab Countries Fear an Expanding Conflict: The Iranian attack on Israeli territory made the Middle East’s new reality undeniable: Clashes ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/15/world/middleeast/iran-israel-mideast.html
Gaza's cultural heritage ravaged by Israel's heavy bombardment: Anthedon, the ancient Greek site in Gaza, has suffered bombing, resulting in the destruction of ...
dailysabah.com/arts/gazas-cultural-heritage-ravaged-by-israels-heavy-bombardment/news
India Exporter Stocks Fall as Iran Attack Sparks Cost Concerns: Shares of Indian firms that export rice and tea to the Middle East slumped amid concerns that ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-15/india-exporter-stocks-fall-as-iran-attack-sparks-cost-concerns
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Russian, Iranian foreign ministers warn against further escalation in Middle East
reuters.com/world/middle-east/russian-iranian-foreign-ministers-warn-against-further-escalation-middle-east-2024-04-14/
Dispute over critical tweet: Karlsruhe rules in favor of ex-"Bild" boss Reichelt: How far can criticism of government action go when it is mixed with false ...
n-tv.de/panorama/Karlsruhe-gibt-Ex-Bild-Chef-Reichelt-Recht-article24877588.html
Why Iran attacked Israel and what comes next: The wave of drones and missiles that flew towards Israel overnight on Sunday brought with it a new phase of tension ...
cnn.com/2024/04/14/middleeast/why-iran-attack-israel-intl/
'Serious escalation': World reacts to Iran's strikes on Israel amid fears of a widening conflict
france24.com/en/middle-east/20240414-serious-escalation-world-reacts-to-iran-s-strikes-on-israel-amid-fears-of-a-widening-conflict
Israel mulls response to unprecedented Iranian attack as West urges Netanyahu to avert all-out war
cnn.com/2024/04/14/middleeast/israel-iran-attack-response-intl/
Salman Rushdie: Knife author dreamt about being stabbed just days before the attack
independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/books/news/salman-rushdie-knife-attack-stabbing-dream-b2528742.html
Quick Glance: Salman Rushdie Recalls 'Premonition' Dream Before Brutal Knife Attack
- Two nights before being attacked, Rushdie dreamt of being stabbed.
- He was stabbed ten times during the attack, leading to severe injuries.
- Despite his dream, Rushdie decided to attend the event where the attack occurred.
- The attacker is awaiting trial, with Rushdie expected to testify.
Natalie Brown: Challenging LDS Church orthodoxy, even at BYU, can help students build their faith
sltrib.com/religion/2024/04/14/natalie-brown-challenging-lds/
World has woken to new ‘Middle East paradigm’ following Iran-Israel attacks: Experts
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/14/world-has-woken-to-new-middle-east-paradigm-following-iran-israel-attacks-experts
As Iran attacks Israel, Biden confronts an escalating Middle East crisis he had hoped to avoid
cnn.com/2024/04/13/politics/biden-iran-israel-attack/
DJ Khaled’s Disappearing Act: Rather than wondering why the Palestinian-American artist has chosen to stay silent on the war in Gaza ...
newlinesmag.com/spotlight/dj-khaleds-disappearing-act/
G7 leaders to meet over Iran attack on Israel: The G7 will “coordinate a united diplomatic response to Iran’s brazen attack,” U.S. President Biden said.
politico.eu/article/g7-leaders-to-meet-over-iran-attack-on-israel/
Threat of wider Middle East war now depends on Israel’s response to Iran attack: Tehran has said it believes the confrontation between the two adversaries ...
independent.co.uk/news/world/middle-east/iran-israel-attack-war-us-b2528478.html
Israel will exact price from Iran when time is right, says war Cabinet minister: JERUSALEM: Israel will exact a price from Iran in response to its mass missile ...
channelnewsasia.com/world/israel-exact-price-iran-missile-drone-attack-middle-east-conflict-4264676
Rishi Sunak and Belgian PM criticise mayor’s halting of NatCon conference: Emir Kir ordered police to close down radical rightwing conference attended by Suella ...
theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/16/belgian-mayor-natcon-conference-braverman-farage-brussels
Quick Glance: Brussels Police Shut Down Right-Wing Conference with Farage and Braverman
- Brussels police stormed a right-wing conference attended by Nigel Farage and Suella Braverman after orders for the event to be shut down.
- The controversial National Conservatism Conference was closed to ensure public safety.
- Despite police arriving and giving attendees 15 minutes to leave, speeches continued.
- The conference, hosted by Viktor Orban and the Edmund Burke Foundation, aimed to strengthen national conservatism principles in Western countries.
US says does not want to see Middle East crisis ‘escalate’: The United States does not want to see an escalation of the crisis in the Middle East ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/14/us-says-does-not-want-to-see-middle-east-crisis-escalate-
Body of missing Israeli teen found in West Bank: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the death of the 14-year-old boy was a "heinous murder ...
dw.com/en/body-of-missing-israeli-teen-found-in-west-bank/a-68812220
‘Prejudice, Islamophobia’: Free speech fears as UK redefines extremism: Experts say a new definition disproportionately targets groups that advocate for Muslims’ ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/15/prejudice-islamophobia-free-speech-fears-as-uk-redefines-extremism
Middle East tension: how worried should airline passengers be?: The Man Who Pays His Way: An obsession with risk management has made aviation astonishingly safe
independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/middle-east-tension-airline-passengers-diversion-b2528320.html
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