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Israeli forces raid al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza, targeting Hamas. Battle causes casualties. Intel exposes Hamas presence. 20 militants killed. Biden talks to Netanyahu during war tensions.
The US is hopeful for the formation of Haiti's Transitional Presidential Council to address violence and facilitate elections, with international support for stabilization. The deal reached after Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry decided to step down. He has been in power since the President was assassinated in 2021. The council will be in charge of naming an interim government before elections.
Israel opposes emergency Gaza aid orders, denounces South Africa's plea. Legal filing refutes deliberate suffering, criticizes abuse of procedures, denies targeting civilians, and highlights restricted aid to Gaza's 2.3 million.
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope captures LEDA 42160, a galaxy 52 million light-years away in Virgo. Ram pressure shapes it, stripping star-forming materials but boosting star formation in other areas. NASA studies dwarf galaxies like LEDA 42160 to understand star formation triggers. Bright patches suggest active star formation regions, revealing insights into galaxy evolution.
Pakistan's inflation rate reached an alarming 32.89% on Friday, prompting the central bank to keep key interest rates at 22% for the sixth consecutive term. Inflation warrants a cautious approach, requires continuity of current monetary stance to bring inflation down to target range of 5 7% by Sept 2025, the central bank said.
Challenges of Earth-Mars communication for video calls are tackled by DSOC technology, addressing latency, power constraints, and atmospheric interference. Future advancements include an interplanetary internet and higher bandwidth tech for effective data transmission.
Baloch Solidarity Committee and BYC urge support against enforced disappearances and state oppression in Balochistan. Families protest against atrocities, enforced disappearances, and demand justice for victims across different regions.
Nasa tested deep-space communication by beaming a cat video 19 million miles away, showcasing the importance of innovative technology like DTN. This experiment with Taters the cat highlights advancements in space communication for future missions.
Taliban claim Pakistan air strikes in Afghan territory killed civilians. Pakistan denies, blames Afghan soil for attacks. Rising tensions as both sides accuse each other. Afghanistan's Taliban deny allowing militants to use their territory.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken highlighted the importance of countering AI-enabled content's impact on national security and diplomacy at the Seoul democracy summit, emphasizing the need for a 'Democratic Roadmap' against disinformation.
Putin criticizes US elections, secures record-breaking victory. Western leaders denounce the election. Putin warns of World War Three. He suggests creating a buffer zone to extend Russian control into Ukrainian territory.
Former President Trump praises Zelenskyy's fundraising skills, suggests loans for Ukraine, criticizes Nato countries, and supports Biden's aid package. US offers significant assistance to Ukraine amid Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Pakistani air strikes on Monday in Afghan border areas killed eight people, including three children, according to a Taliban government spokeswoman, who strongly condemned the incident. According to spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid, at around 3:00 am (2230 GMT), Pakistani aircraft bombarded civilian homes in Khost and Paktika regions near the Pakistani border.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visits New Zealand and Australia to strengthen partnerships, address trade tariffs, and discuss sensitive issues like Huawei's role and the Covid-19 pandemic inquiry. Wang's visit signifies efforts to promote peace, stability, and prosperity.
Kate Middleton, also known as the Princess of Wales, is expected to discuss her recovery at upcoming public engagements amid ongoing speculation about her absence. The decision to address her health issues lies with Catherine, emphasizing privacy and normalcy for her children. Public anticipation grows for updates on her well-being.
Donald Trump said Sunday he favors a national abortion ban after a certain number of weeks, with exceptions -- but did not confirm how many weeks, leaving his stance on a top US election issue murky. Trump noted bans on abortion after a certain number of weeks do exist elsewhere, notably in France and other European countries.
President Vladimir Putin won a record post-Soviet landslide in Russia's election on Sunday, cementing his already tight grip on power in a victory he said showed Moscow had been right to stand up to the West and send its troops into Ukraine. Putin, a former KGB lieutenant colonel who first rose to power in 1999, made it clear that the result should send a message to the West that its leaders will have to reckon with an emboldened Russia, whether in war or in peace, for many more years to come.
President Joe Biden joked at a Washington roast that two candidates secured their party's nomination, humorously implying he was one of them. The banter continued at the Gridiron Club and Foundation Dinner.
Putin, with limited or no opposition, secures 87.9% in the election. Crackdown on political dissent. The election comes just over two years since Putin launched the deadliest European conflict with what they called a special military operation in Ukraine. Navalny's widow votes at the Berlin embassy. Spoiled ballots protest Putin. Tight controls with 80 arrests during the election. Vandalism was reported at polling stations.
Moldova, Kyiv, and Transnistria are involved in drone attack claims. Pro-Russian separatists claimed that Moldova may have launched the attack which Chisinau refused. And on the other hand, Ukraine blamed Russia for attacking the military base. Currently, on this issue Moscow is silent. Transnistria seeks Russia's protection amid conflict fears with Ukraine.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu criticised calls for elections in Israel from the United States, asserting that these calls were unwarranted amidst the ongoing conflict with Hamas. According to an AP report, US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, a prominent Jewish figure and staunch supporter of Israel, had urged for fresh elections, saying Netanyahu lost his way.
Hundreds of farmers paraded through the Spanish capital on foot and by tractor on Sunday in the latest protest over the crisis facing the agricultural sector. The farmers marched from the Ministry of Ecological Transition to the Ministry of Agriculture after the European Union proposed legislative changes to drastically ease the environmental rules of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Friday.
Russia strengthens navy to counter Ukrainian drone attacks in the Black Sea. Conflict escalates as both sides strategically maneuver for superiority. There must be training for personnel every day. Training on how to repel attacks from the air and by uncrewed boats, defence minister Sergei Shoigu said.
A suspect named Nicholas Fulk was arrested in connection with an early morning shooting at a bar in Indianapolis that left one dead and five injured on Saturday, police said. Fulk, 25, was arrested on a preliminary charge of murder hours after the shooting at Landsharks on Broad Ripple Avenue, according to authorities.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived Sunday in South Korea on the first stop of a brief Asia tour also including the Philippines, as Washington moves to reinforce ties with two key regional allies. Blinken landed Sunday afternoon ahead of the third Summit for Democracy on Monday, an initiative of US President Joe Biden, which Seoul is hosting this week.
Imran Khan calls for high treason proceedings due to alleged rigging in Pakistan elections, challenging court orders and election processes, amidst ongoing corruption cases and criticism of the economic situation.
South Sudan closes schools for 2 weeks due to extreme heat, advising parents to keep children indoors to avoid 45C temperatures. The ministries said they will continue to monitor the situation and inform the public accordingly.Peter Garang, a resident who lives in the capital said that, schools should be connected to the electricity grid to enable the installation of air conditioners.
Sedona City Council approved The Safe Place to Park initiative allowing homeless workers to sleep in cars amidst high housing costs. The program offers designated spots with facilities, funded by Arizona Dept of Housing. Critics raise concerns about pollution and illegal activities.
SSources close to the palace reveal that some of Middleton's key aides hadn't even been aware of the surgery until it was announced to the public, causing surprise and concern among them. US Weekly reported.A few of Kates senior staffers havent been able to see or speak to her, and they didnt even know about the surgery until it was announced, so its caught them off guard, Us Weekly reported quoting a source.
A volcano in Iceland erupted for the fourth time since December, showcasing fountains of molten rock and flowing lava. The 2.9-kilometer fissure eruption near Reykjavik prompted a state of emergency, with Keflavik Airport remaining operational. Iceland's volcanic nature, with 30 active volcanoes, draws volcano tourists despite ongoing concerns.
Niger's government announced on Saturday that it was breaking off with immediate effect its military cooperation agreement with the United States. Niger's military had in the past worked closely with the United States.