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Israel is reportedly facing a new and deeply alarming security concern. According to separate reports by Israeli media, officials suspect that two unidentified Arab states could use diplomatic agreements with Jerusalem to lower suspicion before potentially preparing a major attack. The reports allege that the strategy would be designed to create a false sense of security in Jerusalem, echoing the deception that preceded Hamas October 7, 2023 attack. Channel 12 reported that officials from one Ar
Newly released COVID-19 texts are putting Dr. Anthony Fauci back under intense scrutiny. Messages from January 2021 show Fauci privately raising a theoretical concern about whether fever and immune reactions after a COVID-19 vaccine could be associated with miscarriage in the first trimester, while days later he publicly said there were no red flags for pregnant women. The texts, released August 10, come after the Senate voted to hold Fauci in contempt.
Ladakhs plan to introduce guided wildlife safaris on snow leopard and bird-watching trails has sparked a debate over tourism and conservation. The government says specially designed open-back vehicles, operated by trained local drivers and guides, will help prevent illegal off-roading and reduce wildlife disturbance. Routes are being explored across Hemis National Park, Changthang and Karakoram wildlife sanctuaries, as well as Nubra, Zanskar, Sham, Kargil and Drass. Conservationists, however, wa
Iran has demanded compensation from Ukraine over a deadly strike on a cargo vessel in the Caspian Sea, rejecting Kyivs claim that the attack was accidental. One sailor was killed when the vessel was struck last month, with Tehran calling the incident reckless. Ukrainian officials initially defended the operation before describing it as a mistake and denying any desire for escalation with Iran. Tehran says Ukraine has failed to resolve the matter and warns it will pursue compensation itself if Ky
Pakistan's PoJK headache is only growing. It has postponed polls in several seats scheduled to vote on August 10, 2026 amid escalating tensions and protests.The PML(N) govt has also softened its language for protesters. After calling them enemies of Pakistan, now they are calling protesters patriotic brothers.With pressure mounting on Pakistans military leadership and questions over General Asim Munirs standing, geopolitical analyst Dr Abhinav Pandya warns that Islamabad could potentially look t

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