Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s decision to cancel the delegation to Washington came as a response to the United States abstaining from vetoing a U.N. Security Council proposal calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. He deemed Washington’s failure to block the proposal as a setback that would hinder efforts against Hamas and the release of
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In the latest escalation of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Russia launched a total of 57 missiles and drones on Ukraine, targeting areas such as Kyiv and the western Ukrainian region of Lviv. These attacks have caused significant destruction and raised concerns about the safety of civilians in the region. Ukraine’s Response According to
Rudy Giuliani, the former Mayor of New York City, is facing significant financial struggles as creditors move to force him to sell his $3.5 million Florida condo to help pay off his debts. Giuliani filed for bankruptcy protection in December, citing numerous unpaid debts, including a $148 million payment to two Georgia election poll workers
French President Emmanuel Macron has stirred controversy with his recent statements regarding the potential deployment of troops into Ukraine. Despite facing backlash from Russia and his NATO allies, Macron has maintained that all options are on the table when it comes to addressing the escalating conflict in Ukraine. Macron argues that the international community needs
The recent proposal put forth by Sen. Bernie Sanders and Senate Democrats aiming to mandate a 32-hour federal workweek has sparked a heated debate among lawmakers, business leaders, and academics. The bill, which seeks to reduce the standard workweek from 40 hours to 32 hours over a four-year period, has raised questions about its potential
Argentina’s Javier Milei has found himself at the center of a scandal that has exposed his alleged hypocrisy. In the midst of pushing through an austerity package, Milei orchestrated a substantial increase in presidential pay, drawing sharp criticism from opposition lawmakers and the public alike. This scandal has cast a shadow over the right-wing populist’s
Recent reports have indicated that U.S., French, and British forces have downed dozens of drones in the Red Sea area, following attacks by Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis on bulk carrier Propel Fortune and U.S. destroyers in the region. This aggressive behavior has sparked concerns about the safety of commercial vessels and naval ships in the area.
Recently, Hong Kong introduced a new draft security bill that proposes severe penalties, including the possibility of life imprisonment, for crimes such as insurrection, treason, and espionage. The bill underwent a month-long public consultation period, during which the government received overwhelming support for its implementation. The proposed legislation, known as Article 23, aims to combat
A devastating event unfolded in the Gulf of Aden when a Houthi attack targeted a civilian merchant ship, resulting in the loss of three lives. The U.S. authorities confirmed that the Barbados-flagged and Liberian-owned vessel True Confidence was struck by an anti-ship ballistic missile, leading to casualties on board. The multinational crew reported three fatalities,
Recently, Congressional lawmakers unveiled the specifics of the first six budget bills necessary to keep government agencies funded before a potential partial government shutdown ensues. The 1,050-page appropriations package covers funding for six major governmental areas, including military and veterans affairs, agriculture, commerce, energy and water, transportation, housing, and more. The initial deadline for funding