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U.S. Rushes To Counter Russian and Chinese Space Weapons
Pentagon officials and a recent unclassified assessment by the director of national intelligence say that both Russia and China have already tested or deployed systems such as ground-based high-energy lasers, anti satellite missiles or maneuverable satellites that could be used to disrupt American space assets.
The Pentagon is rushing to expand its capacity to wage war in space, convinced that rapid advances by China and Russia in space-based operations pose a growing threat to U.S. troops and other military assets on the ground and American satellites in orbit.
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Former President Trump Balances Family Milestone with Political Engagements
In a notable blend of personal and political life, former President Donald Trump took a brief hiatus from his ongoing hush money trial to attend a significant family event: his youngest son Barron's high school graduation. The graduation, which took place in Florida, saw Trump alongside his wife, Melania, and her father, marking a rare public appearance of the family together. This event underscores the former president's commitment to family amidst a tumultuous period marked by legal challenges.
Following the graduation, Trump wasted no time diving back into the political arena, hea… Read more
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Israel Recovers Hostages' Bodies Months After Hamas Attack
In a somber development that underscores the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, the Israeli military has announced the recovery of the bodies of three hostages taken during a brutal attack on October 7. The hostages, who were abducted during the Nova music festival, were found in a tunnel in the Gaza Strip, marking a tragic end to a saga that has gripped the region for more than six months. This incident is part of a larger confrontation that saw Hamas terrorists invade Israel, resulting in the deaths of more than 1,200 people and sparking a relentless military response from Israel.
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United Autoworkers loses unionization vote at Alabama Mercedes factory
The United Auto Workers suffered a disappointing loss at a Mercedes-Benz, opens new tab factory in Alabama on Friday, a setback for the union's plans to achieve broader gains in the U.S. South after winning a deal at a Tennessee Volkswagen plant in April.
With votes still being tallied, the "no" votes had passed the critical threshold ensuring a loss for the union, according to a tally posted online by the UAW., opens new tab About 5,100 workers were eligible to vote.
The UAW had hoped to continue a run that includes the overwhelming VW VOWG_p.DE win in Chattanooga, Tennessee,… Read more
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Ukraine Intensifies Drone Strikes on Crimea and Russian Military Sites Amid Escalating Conflict
In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, Ukrainian forces have launched a series of drone attacks targeting military facilities in the occupied Crimean peninsula and across Russia. This bold move comes as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reports that his troops have successfully halted the Russian advance in the northeastern Kharkiv region, preventing enemy forces from pushing more than 10 kilometers into Ukrainian territory. The Ukrainian military's strategic use of drones marks a new phase in the conflict, showcasing their capability to str… Read more
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Yemen's Houthi Rebels Ramp Up Tensions by Downing US Drones Amidst Gaza Conflict
Yemen's Houthi rebels have escalated their military actions by claiming responsibility for shooting down multiple US MQ-9 Reaper drones, marking a significant uptick in the group's assertiveness in the region. This series of incidents comes amidst the broader context of the ongoing conflict in Gaza, with the Houthis expressing solidarity with the Palestinians by targeting US military assets and threatening maritime security in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. The downing of these drones, if confirmed, represents a bold challenge to US military operations in the area and highlights the… Read more
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Doctors Trapped In Gaza Are Allowed To Leave But Won't Be Replaced
20 American doctors and medical workers are trapped in Gaza as a result of Israel’s post-invasion closure of the Rafah border crossing into Egypt, according to sources with knowledge of the plight of two ill-fated medical missions.
Israel offered to evacuate Dr. Hamawy and others from the hospital but refused to allow new medical aid workers to replace them. Five volunteers accepted the offer but Dr. Hamawy refused, insisting on staying with his patients.
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“There is a palpable gloom and foreboding that had set in at the hospital. The childr… Read more
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France Accuses Azerbaijan of Fomenting Unrest in New Caledonia
In a dramatic turn of events that has captured international attention, France has accused Azerbaijan of playing a destabilizing role in the recent unrest in New Caledonia, a French overseas territory in the Pacific. The accusations come amid deadly riots that have shaken the island, leading to a significant deployment of security forces to restore order. The French government's allegations point towards a complex web of international relations and geopolitical interests extending far beyond the shores of the Pacific island.
The crisis in New Caledonia erupted over new legislation aimed… Read more
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Ukraine Launches Largest Ever Drone Strike Against Russia
Ukraine launched its largest-ever kamikaze drone attack on Russia while Russian President Vladimir Putin visited China, killing two people and causing an oil refinery fire in the Black Sea, according to officials.
"Fifty-one UAVs were destroyed and intercepted over Crimea, 44 over the Krasnodar region, six over the Belgorod region and one over Kursk region," Russia’s military said in a press release according to Voice of America.
The wave of drones attacked several targets around the Belgorod region and along the coast of the Black Sea. Belgorod Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov sai… Read more
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Israeli soldiers retrieved the bodies of three hostages
BREAKING: Israeli soldiers retrieved the bodies of three hostages who were killed by Hamas on October 7 and their bodies were held by Hamas in Gaza, the IDF said in a statement
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Putin Challenges Zelenskiy's Legitimacy Amidst Ongoing Tensions
In a series of statements that have caught the attention of the international community, Russian President Vladimir Putin has openly questioned the political legitimacy of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, citing the absence of recent presidential elections in Ukraine. This move by Putin adds another layer of complexity to the already tense relations between Russia and Ukraine, further complicating the geopolitical landscape in Eastern Europe. Putin's remarks came amidst discussions on the current political situation in Ukraine, suggesting that the legitimacy of Zelenskiy's… Read more
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China Attempts to End Property Crisis Rescue Package
Xi Jinping’s government announced its most forceful attempt yet to rescue the beleaguered Chinese property market, relaxing mortgage rules and urging local governments to buy unsold homes as authorities become increasingly concerned about the sector’s drag on economic growth.
The support package also includes lower down-payment requirements for homebuyers and 300 billion ($42 billion) of central bank funding to help government-backed firms buy excess inventory from developers. Those properties would then be converted into affordable housing.
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One-third of journalists killed in Gaza were affiliated with terrorist groups
One-third of the Palestinian journalists listed by the Committee to Protect Journalists as being killed in the war in Gaza were employed by terrorist groups, Jewish Insider has learned.
The high number of journalists reported by NGOs killed in Gaza has made headlines in the Washington Post, The New York Times and elsewhere, without any mention of their affiliations with Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.
Out of 100 Palestinian journalists on the list on May 17, 33 worked for “Hamas-affiliated” media, such as Al-Aqsa Voice Radio, Al-Quds Al-Youm, Quds News Network and others. Anoth… Read more
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Israeli tanks, jets ‘wiping out everything’ in Gaza
Ayman Rajab, a resident of western Jabalia, said that Israel’s increasing attacks on the city are decimating the civilian infrastructure while the world looks on.
“Israel’s focus is Jabalia now. Tanks and jets are wiping out residential districts as well as markets, shops, restaurants, everything. It is all happening before the one-eyed world,” Rajab, who has four children, told Reuters news agency. “Shame on the world.
“Meanwhile, the Americans are going to get us some food. We want no food, we want this war to end and then we can manage our lives on our own.”
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Can peace ever be achieved in areas of long-term conflict, and what role should outsiders play in this process?
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Not at all unexpected given Hamas' blatant, unapologetic use of its own people as human shields. Israel, while not 100% clean at least tries to minimize civilian casualties with multiple warnings via phone calls and airmail in advance of their attacks. Sadly, that is easier said than done given how practically every school, hospital, neighborhood, and public place in Hamas territory is used as a launching pad, weapons depot, and now hostage-holding area. Not to mention how densely populated Gaza is. Even Fattah at least keeps their intentions of destroying Israel from within to themselve… Read more
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Slovak Assassin Protested Protested Suspension Of Military Aid
The man who critically injured Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico on Wednesday was a fierce critic of the latter’s decision to stop arms shipments to Ukraine, Interior Minister Matuss Sutaj Estok has said.
Fico was shot at point-blank range several times on Wednesday as he greeted supporters in the small town of Handlova. The assailant was immediately arrested and the prime minister was rushed to a hospital in serious condition. Local authorities said earlier that there was a “clear political motivation” behind the attack.
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U.S. Says Ukraine War "Incredibly Dire"
kraine is on the back foot in its conflict with Russia but renewed American military aid should turn the tide, a spokesman for the Department of State has said.
Kiev’s forces have experienced a series of setbacks on the battlefield in the east of the country over the past several months. They are now under increasing pressure in the north since Russia launched an offensive in Kharkov Region. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Ukraine this week in a gesture of support.
”Obviously the situation is incredibly dire,” Department of State spokesman Vedant Patel told journa… Read more
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Russia Sends India Air Defense Missiles
India is set to receive the next batch of Russian Igla-S short range man portable air defense systems (MANPADS) by the end of May to early June, as the payment issues that delayed the delivery have been resolved, The Hindu reported on Thursday, citing sources.
Moscow and New Delhi signed a contract for the supply and licensed manufacturing of Igla-S MANPADS in India last year, Rosoboronexport, Russia’s main arms export body, announced. The weaponry is being assembled in India by Adani Defense Systems and Technologies Limited (ADSTL) under technology transfer from Rosoboronexport. While… Read more
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Mayoral Races Heat Up Across U.S. Cities with Debates and Controversies
In cities across the United States, the race for mayor is heating up, marked by debates, controversies, and unexpected twists. From San Francisco to Las Vegas, candidates are locking horns over local issues, signaling a highly competitive election season. In San Francisco, the mayoral race took a chaotic turn when a local business owner canceled a planned forum with two major candidates, and a third candidate withdrew from a separate debate. This last-minute reshuffling has added to the unpredictability of the race, leaving voters and observers guessing about the next developments.
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