Gaza rescuers say 20 killed in Israeli strikes since ceasefire deal announced: Gaza’s civil defense agency said at least 20 people were killed in Israeli strikes ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/16/gaza-rescuers-say-20-killed-in-israeli-strikes-since-ceasefire-deal-announced
UK anti-corruption minister resigns over ties to ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina
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Quick Glance: Tulip Siddiq Resigns Amidst Corruption Investigation Pressure
- UK Treasury Minister Tulip Siddiq resigned following pressure from an anti-corruption investigation in Bangladesh.
- Sir Laurie Magnus found no evidence of misconduct but expressed regret over Siddiq's unawareness of potential reputational risks.
- Siddiq faced scrutiny regarding her ties to the former Bangladeshi Prime Minister and the origins of a London property.
- Emma Reynolds has been appointed as the new Economic Secretary, while the opposition criticized the leadership response to Siddiq's resignation.
Defiant South Korean president faces more questioning, impeachment hearing: South Korea’s anti-corruption agency will resume questioning President Yoon Suk Yeol ...
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Quick Glance: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Arrested
- South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was arrested by anti-corruption investigators after refusing to comply with summons.
- Yoon, the first sitting president to be arrested, declared martial law on December 3, leading to his impeachment by parliament.
- Following his arrest, Yoon released a video message stating his willingness to cooperate with investigations to prevent bloodshed.
- Political tensions have escalated in South Korea with massive protests for and against Yoon, as the opposition continues to apply pressure on the government.
Blue Origin’s debut New Glenn rocket fully fueled for next launch attempt: Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin filled its New Glenn rocket with propellants on Thursday ...
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Quick Glance: Blue Origin's New Glenn Successfully Launches into Orbit
- Blue Origin achieved a significant milestone by successfully sending the New Glenn rocket into orbit.
- Although the booster landing on the platform failed, it was not critical to the mission.
- The launch poses a challenge to Elon Musk as Bezos' company catches up in space technology.
- Blue Origin aims to make the booster reusable to remain competitive in the growing aerospace industry.
Beijing slams Marco Rubio’s ‘unwarranted attacks’ on China : Beijing on Thursday slammed “unwarranted attacks” against it after Donald Trump’s ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/united-states/2025/01/16/beijing-slams-marco-rubio-s-unwarranted-attacks-on-china-
Gaza rescuers say 73 killed in Israeli strikes since ceasefire deal announced: Gaza’s civil defense agency said Thursday that Israel has pounded several areas of ...
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Lebanon’s new government is ushering in a new era giving hope and relief to the people, Lebanese political strategist Diana Menhem says. #Lebanon
Lufthansa to resume flights to and from Tel Aviv from Feb. 1: Germany’s Lufthansa will resume flights to and from Tel Aviv in Israel from Feb. 1 ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/16/lufthansa-to-resume-flights-to-and-from-tel-aviv-from-feb-1
US imposes fresh round of sanctions against Russia ahead of Trump’s return : The United States on Wednesday imposed hundreds of sanctions targeting Russia ...
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Quick Glance: US Imposes New Sanctions on Russia Before Trump's Inauguration
- The United States has imposed over 250 new sanctions against Russia to increase pressure on Moscow.
- These sanctions target Russia's military industrial base and aim to combat circumvention of existing sanctions.
- New measures also affect Chinese entities and a Kyrgyz bank cooperating with Russian officials.
- Additionally, sanctions were placed on the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, which remains operational.
Israel’s Netanyahu says Hamas backtracking on Gaza ceasefire agreements: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Hamas of backtracking on some details ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/16/israel-s-netanyahu-says-hamas-backtracking-on-gaza-ceasefire-agreements
If things go according to plan, the Rafah crossing would have to be opened as a first step and basic needs should be brought into Gaza ... Show more
‘Megaquake’ probability up to 82 percent, Japan panel says : A Japanese government panel said Thursday it has slightly raised its estimated ...
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British PM Keir Starmer arrives in Kyiv: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Kyiv on Thursday on an unannounced visit to shore up support for Ukraine ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/16/british-prime-minister-keir-starmer-arrives-in-kyiv-
Israeli cabinet to vote on Gaza ceasefire deal: Israel’s cabinet was expected to meet Thursday to approve a ceasefire and hostage-release deal with Hamas ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/16/israeli-cabinet-to-vote-on-gaza-ceasefire-deal
Trump to consider executive order to save TikTok from US ban or sale: US President-elect Donald Trump is considering an executive order once he is in office that ...
english.alarabiya.net/business/2025/01/16/trump-to-consider-executive-order-to-save-tiktok-from-us-ban-or-sale
Canada could impose tariffs on $105 billion worth of US imports, source says: Canada could impose countermeasures on up to C$150 billion ($105 billion) worth of ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/united-states/2025/01/16/canada-could-impose-tariffs-on-105-billion-worth-of-us-imports-source-says
Biden says Gaza deal based on his framework while Trump claims credit: US President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump both claimed credit on Wednesday ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/united-states/2025/01/16/biden-says-gaza-deal-based-on-his-framework-while-trump-claims-credit
Russia says infrastructure attacks in response to Ukrainian attacks using Western weaponry
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/16/russia-says-infrastructure-attacks-in-response-to-ukrainian-attacks-using-western-weaponry
Hindenburg Research to be disbanded: Short-seller Hindenburg Research is disbanding the research firm, a note from founder Nate Anderson showed on Wednesday ...
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Biden announces Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal: US President Joe Biden announced the ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas to halt fighting in ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/15/israeli-official-says-hamas-has-given-green-light-to-gaza-deal
Hezbollah’s defeat was ‘catalyst’ for reviving Gaza ceasefire talks: Senior US official
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/16/hezbollah-s-defeat-was-catalyst-for-reviving-gaza-ceasefire-talks-senior-us-official
Syrian charged in Germany with is war crimes: German prosecutors on Wednesday said that they were charging a Syrian man with war crimes committed as an extremist ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/15/syrian-charged-in-germany-with-is-war-crimes
Jerry Edling, editor for KNX News Radio, discusses the widespread looting during Los Angeles wildfires, linking it to California's history of smash-and-grab ... Show more
Turkish Airlines says to resume flights to Damascus from Jan. 23: Turkish Airlines said Wednesday that it would resume flights to Damascus from January 23 after ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/16/turkish-airlines-says-to-resume-flights-to-damascus-from-jan-23
"The ongoing war Israel is fighting against the United Nations"
Mogens Lykketoft, former UN General Assembly President ... Show more
President-elect Donald Trump is conducting a “hostile takeover” of the Department of Justice meaning that those working there will be doing their jobs at his ... Show more
TikTok reassures US employees they will keep their jobs despite ban : TikTok plans to keep paying US employees even if the Supreme Court does not overturn a law ...
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Quick Glance: TikTok May Cease US Operations This Sunday
- TikTok is set to shut down its U.S. operations on Sunday as a federal ban is expected to take effect.
- The Biden administration has no plans to intervene while the Supreme Court deliberates on the ban.
- If banned, users will see a message directing them to a website for further information.
- A shutdown could also impact TikTok's availability in other countries, as many U.S. service providers are involved.
"Once there is a ceasefire, only then can we (Israel) rebuild and start healing from the trauma"
Ashley Waxman Bakshi ... Show more
Mogens Lykketoft, former president of the United Nations General Assembly, blames internal Israeli government divisions for delaying the Israel-Hamas ceasefire ... Show more
"My master’s degree is in counterterrorism, the first thing you learn is not to negotiate with terrorists... but there's theory ... Show more
President-elect Donald Trump is right to criticize the governor of California over the wildfires as in the past, the federal government provided funding and ... Show more
Professor Kamel Hawwash highlights that Trump’s statement on the Israel-Hamas ceasefire overlooks Israel’s occupation of Palestine ... Show more
Why has the US military campaign failed to stop Houthi attacks in the Red Sea?: A year ago, the US launched a campaign aimed at halting the Houthi attacks on ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/15/one-year-later-us-military-campaign-has-done-little-to-stop-houthi-attacks
"Why isn't Israel paying back reparations for the destruction of Gaza"
Professor Kamel Hawwash explains that while various international actors have ... Show more
Agreement reached to end the war in Gaza; South Korea’s impeached president arrested; and a survey reveals non-Europeans view Donald Trump’s return to power ... Show more
Professor Kamel Hawwash, Palestinian academic and analyst, discusses the potential terms of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal, including Israeli troop withdrawal ... Show more
Russia planned ‘acts of terrorism’ in the air, Polish PM says: Russia planned “acts of terrorism” in the air against Poland and other countries ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/15/russia-planned-acts-of-terrorism-in-the-air-polish-pm-says
Quick Glance: NATO Budget Could Exceed Russia's Spending Tenfold
- Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk called for increased NATO defense spending on January 15, suggesting that matching Poland's spending could result in a budget ten times larger than Russia's.
- Tusk highlighted that Europe must address its own defense challenges and noted that enhanced contributions could foster better US-European relations.
- The proposal to raise NATO's spending target from 2% to 5% of GDP has sparked debate, with some members considering a more modest increase to 3%.
- President Zelensky praised discussions focused on enhancing Ukraine's defense capabilities and tightening sanctions against Russia.
Our Tel Aviv correspondent Sarah Coates explains that US President-elect Donald Trump, alongside his Middle East envoy Steve Vitkoff ... Show more
Can Elon Musk, MrBeast, or Kevin O’Leary save TikTok from a US ban? The clock’s ticking on this $50 billion showdown. With power, politics ... Show more
German defense ministry suspends postings on X platform : Germany’s defense ministry said Wednesday it was suspending activities on social media ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/15/german-defense-ministry-suspends-postings-on-x-platform-
Moscow, Kyiv exchange 50 POWs in deal mediated by UAE : Russia and Ukraine have each released 25 captured prisoners of war in the first exchange ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/15/moscow-kyiv-exchange-50-pows-in-deal-mediated-by-uae-
Quick Glance: Ukraine's Military Grows Amid Challenges Against Russia
- Ukraine's military now totals 880,000 soldiers facing 600,000 Russian troops.
- Russia launched a massive missile attack on Ukraine, targeting critical infrastructure.
- President Zelensky reported progress in arms production and called for enhanced air defense.
- The necessity for concessions from both sides was emphasized to end the war.
Gaza rescuers say Israeli strikes kill 27 Palestinians: Gaza’s civil defense agency said on Wednesday that Israeli strikes killed at least 27 people ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/15/gaza-rescuers-say-israeli-strikes-kill-27-palestinians
Qatar to hold press conference in Doha amid Gaza ceasefire negotiations: Qatar’s Foreign Ministry will hold a news conference on Wednesday in Doha where the ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/15/qatar-to-hold-press-conference-in-doha-amid-gaza-ceasefire-negotiations
First Israel strike on new Syria security forces kills 3: Medical source, monitor
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/15/first-israel-strike-on-new-syria-security-forces-kills-3-medical-source-monitor
Thailand’s PM says nearly fell for foreign leader phone scam : Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra almost fell victim to a phone scam ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/15/thailand-s-pm-says-nearly-fell-for-foreign-leader-phone-scam-
Anger among Syrians after volunteers paint over prison walls : Families of missing persons have urged Syria’s new authorities to protect evidence of ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/15/anger-among-syrians-after-volunteers-paint-over-prison-walls-
Musk, Bezos, Zuckerberg to attend Trump inauguration, report says: Billionaires Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg will attend Donald Trump’s ...
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Quick Glance: Tech Giants Attend Trump's Inauguration Events
- Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jeff Bezos are set to attend Donald Trump's inauguration, signaling a closer bond between the tech industry and the new administration.
- Meta and Amazon have each donated $1 million to the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee, contributing to a record fundraising total exceeding $150 million.
- Key highlights include performances by the Village People, who defended their participation in the inauguration to promote national unity through music despite criticism.
- The festivities will kick off with a reception and fireworks, followed by events such as a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery and several balls after the inauguration.
Instagram outage incidents in US drop significantly, Downdetector shows: Reports of an Instagram outage in the US on Wednesday morning dropped significantly ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/united-states/2025/01/15/instagram-down-for-thousands-of-users-in-the-us-downdetector-shows-
EU unveils plans to tackle growing cyberattack threats on hospitals : The European Union announced urgent new measures on Wednesday to tackle the growing threat ...
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Ukraine is boosting its own arms production as it fears that western supplies might run out, London Evening Standard Defense Correspondent Robert Fox says ... Show more
UNRWA chief vows to continue aid to Palestinians despite Israeli ban: The UN’s Palestinian refugee agency UNRWA will continue to distribute aid in the ...
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The Los Angeles area is very windy and dry which provides the perfect conditions for wildfires to spread, California State Legislature Assembly Member Bill ... Show more
Syria detains Egyptian after videos threatening Egypt’s government: Syria’s new authorities have detained an Egyptian militant who had fought with opposition ...
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Biden announces Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal: US President Joe Biden announced the ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas to halt fighting in ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/15/israeli-official-says-hamas-has-given-green-light-to-gaza-deal
North Korean prisoners of war would probably face death once they return to North Korea, as the Pyongyang regime fears information from the outside entering ... Show more
New US sanctions could significantly disrupt Russian supply: IEA : The latest round of US sanctions against Russian oil announced last Friday could ...
english.alarabiya.net/business/energy/2025/01/15/-new-us-sanctions-could-significantly-disrupt-russian-supply-iea-
Zelenskyy expects US will continue strengthening Ukraine after Trump inauguration
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/15/zelenskyy-expects-us-will-continue-strengthening-ukraine-after-trump-inauguration
The Iran nuclear dilemma: Trump’s second-term challenge: Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on Monday ...
english.alarabiya.net/views/2025/01/15/the-iran-nuclear-dilemma-trump-s-second-term-challenge
UN rights chief says transitional justice ‘crucial’ in Syria: United Nations rights chief Volker Turk on Wednesday said transitional justice was “crucial” for ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/15/un-rights-chief-says-transitional-justice-crucial-in-syria
Quick Glance: Blinken's Farewell Speech Interrupted by Protests
- Antony Blinken's farewell speech was disrupted by pro-Palestine protesters who labeled him 'Bloody Blinken'.
- During his address, Blinken outlined a strategic plan for managing the war-torn Gaza Strip post-conflict.
- He noted that the Biden administration will hand over a roadmap to President Trump's team if a ceasefire is achieved.
- Joe Biden mentioned that a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas is nearing completion.
Los Angeles wildfires: What is the pink stuff coating fire-ravaged LA?
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Demonstrators gather outside Movistar Arena before the match between Real Madrid and Maccabi Tel Aviv to protest against the Israel-based team.
Erdogan says Turkey can ‘crush’ all terrorists in Syria: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday urged all countries to “take their hands off” Syria ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/15/erdogan-says-turkey-can-crush-all-terrorists-in-syria
Former Israeli hostage and peace negotiator Gershon Baskin blames Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the US administration for the continuation of ... Show more
Iran’s navy unveils its first signals intelligence ship : Iran’s navy received its first signals intelligence ship on Wednesday, semi-official Tasnim news ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/15/iran-s-navy-unveils-its-first-signals-intelligence-ship-
UAE successfully launches MBZ-SAT observation satellite in major milestone: The United Arab Emirates successfully launched the MBZ-SAT on Tuesday night ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/gulf/2025/01/15/uae-successfully-launches-mbz-sat-observation-satellite-in-major-milestone
Police in India arrest 49 men for sexual assault of teen : More than four dozen men have been arrested in India for the repeated sexual abuse of a teenager over ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/15/police-in-india-arrest-49-men-for-sexual-assault-of-teen-
Is obesity a disease? Sometimes but not always, experts say: Do people with obesity have an illness? A panel of global health experts looking at this ...
english.alarabiya.net/life-style/healthy-living/2025/01/15/is-obesity-a-disease-sometimes-but-not-always-experts-say
Quick Glance: New Obesity Definition Proposed by Experts
- A group of global experts is proposing a new way to define obesity, reducing the focus on the controversial body mass index (BMI) and incorporating additional measurements like waist circumference and health issues.
- The new classification divides obesity into clinical and pre-clinical categories, with clinical obesity linked to health problems and pre-clinical obesity representing a risk without current illness.
- The recommendations have been endorsed by over 75 medical organizations, but practical challenges, such as accurate waist measurement and comprehensive health assessments, must be addressed.
- Implementation will take time and may face resistance, as the public tends to favor simple messages.
Iran’s president warns Trump against risking ‘war’: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran was not seeking “nuclear weaponry” and warned US ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/01/15/iran-s-president-warns-trump-against-risking-war-
Ukraine issues countrywide alert, warns of incoming missiles: Ukrainian authorities issued air raid alerts for the entire country Wednesday ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/15/ukraine-issues-countrywide-alert-warns-of-incoming-missiles
Dense fog delays trains, flights delayed over parts of India: Dense fog and cold weather delayed train and flight departures in several parts of northern India ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/15/dense-fog-delays-trains-flights-delayed-over-parts-of-india
Fire-hit LA faces new peril as winds ramp up danger : Powerful winds forecast for late Tuesday night threatened to whip up massive fires that are still burning ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/15/fire-hit-la-faces-new-peril-as-winds-ramp-up-danger-
UK’s Princess Catherine says she is in remission from cancer : Catherine, Princess of Wales, said on Tuesday she was “in remission” from cancer after she and ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/01/14/uk-s-princess-catherine-says-she-is-in-remission-from-cancer-
Quick Glance: Kate Middleton Reveals Cancer in Remission
- Kate, the Princess of Wales, announced her cancer is in remission, less than a year after her diagnosis.
- In her statement, she expressed gratitude for the support received and highlighted the importance of maintaining a positive mindset during recovery.
- After completing chemotherapy, she visited The Royal Marsden Hospital, sharing her experiences and encouraging patients undergoing treatment.
- As the new royal patron of The Royal Marsden, she aims to enhance the experience for cancer patients and promote research advancements.
UN Libya mission alarmed by reported torture footage in detention facility: The UN Libya mission expressed on Tuesday its alarm over what it said was footage ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/north-africa/2025/01/15/un-libya-mission-alarmed-by-reported-torture-footage-in-detention-facility
Biden expected to lift US designation of Cuba as a state sponsor of terrorism: The Biden administration on Tuesday is expected to lift the US designation of Cuba ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Plans to Lift Terror Designation for Cuba
- President Biden announced the intention to lift Cuba's designation as a state sponsor of terrorism to facilitate the release of political prisoners.
- Cuba's government is set to gradually release 553 convicted individuals, although this is not directly linked to the U.S. decision.
- The Biden administration asserted that there is no credible evidence of Cuba supporting international terrorism.
- However, the incoming Trump administration may quickly reverse this decision and reinstate previous sanctions.
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