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No Tech for Apartheid: Google Workers Arrested for Protesting Company’s $1.2B Contract with Israel
democracynow.org/2024/4/17/no_tech_for_apartheid_google_israel
Quick Glance: Google Employee Demonstrations Against Cloud Deal with Israeli Government
- Google staff are protesting an agreement with the government of Israel named Project Nimbus.
- The protests include sit-ins at offices in New York and California.
- These actions represent an escalation of protests against the company's association with the Israeli government.
- Employees are calling for the immediate cancellation of work on Project Nimbus and public support for Palestinians.
Yellen calls Republican delays in approving Ukraine aid inexcusable: U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Wednesday underscored the Biden administration's ...
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Secretary General urges NATO members to send weapons to Ukraine instead of spending 2% of GDP on defence
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/17/7451676/
"That unconditional support for the Israeli military must end." Senator Bernie Sanders says the US must stop funding Israel with billions of dollars ... Show more
2 Hezbollah commanders killed in IDF strikes as attack drones injure 3 in north: Military probing why sirens didn't sound before drones struck near community of ...
timesofisrael.com/hezbollah-commander-killed-in-idf-strike-as-attack-drones-injure-3-in-northern-israel/
Quick Glance: British Foreign Minister's Visit to Israel Tomorrow; Israel Plans 'Limited Strikes' in Iran - CNN
- British foreign minister's visit to Israel scheduled for tomorrow
- Rishi Sunak urges calm in relation to Iran
- US anticipates Israel contemplating limited strikes in Iran - sources
- Israel warns Iran: 'Will not go unpunished'
Russian Missile Strikes North of Kyiv Kill at Least 14, Ukraine Says: President Volodymyr Zelensky said the death toll might rise and blamed lack of air defenses ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/17/world/europe/ukraine-chernihiv-strike.html
Zelenskyy confirms Ukrainian Armed Forces strike on Dzhankoi airfield: In his evening address, Ukraines President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed the strike by ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/17/7451724/
Iran’s Strike on Israel Creates Military Uncertainty, Diplomatic Opportunity: Analysts feared Iran’s strikes might set off a wider war. But with Israel still ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/15/world/middleeast/iran-israel-strike-diplomacy.html
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Iraq’s dangerous balancing act between Iran and the US: Iraqi PM al-Sudani’s visit to Washington came as its neighbour Iran attacked Israel ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/17/iraqs-dangerous-balancing-act-between-iran-and-the-us
Israel, Iran Seek Deterrence but Risk Escalation: Both countries want to avoid looking weak, raising the stakes and bringing the region closer to war.
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Is China growing tired of Russia’s war in Ukraine?: There are signs that Beijing may be getting cold feet about its deepening entanglement.
aljazeera.com/opinions/2024/4/17/is-china-growing-tired-of-russias-war-in-ukraine
Estonian Foreign Ministry on Russian strike on Chernihiv: This wouldn't have happened if Ukraine had everything they asked to protect their skies
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/17/7451645/
Ex-Army staffer pleads guilty in massive life-insurance scheme : After a Washington Post investigation, authorities charged ex-Army counselor Caz Craffy with ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/16/army-life-insurance-scheme-caz-craffy/
Israel-Gaza live updates: More than 19,000 children orphaned in Gaza: Six months after Hamas terrorists invaded Israel on Oct. 7, the Israeli military continues ...
abcnews.go.com/International/live-updates/israel-gaza-hamas-war/more-than-19000-children-orphaned-in-gaza-109317429
Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Israel’s chief says it will respond to Iran’s missile strike: Israel’s military chief says that Israel will respond to Iran’s missile strike over the weekend. Lt ...
apnews.com/article/mideast-tensions-israel-iran-drone-attack-aec3627b0b19b42dcafc89a7408dc296
UK Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron tells BBC that Iran has suffered a "double defeat" after "failure" of its attack on IsraelFollow live ... Show more www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-middle-east-68737710
‘Civil War’ Ending, Explained: An Empty Perspective: The final shot of Alex Garland’s ‘Civil War’ is the closest it ever comes to a distinct political statement ...
vulture.com/article/civil-war-ending-explained-an-empty-perspective.html
The Rise of China: If its economic growth continues, the rise of China will be the most important change in the global economic ...
foreignaffairs.com/articles/asia/rise-china
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Sirens, boom sound in Jerusalem: * * *
timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/sirens-boom-sound-in-jerusalem/
Quick Glance: Sirens and Explosions in Jerusalem
- Massive Iranian drone attack triggers sirens and explosions in Jerusalem
- Israel intercepts ballistic missiles, IDF responds early on the morning of April 14
- TV report shows missile alerts across Israel, Iran fires ballistic missiles
- Fighter jets and IDF units respond, tragedies in the West Bank by Israeli settlers and missing 14-year-old
Samsung returns to top of the smartphone market: industry tracker: SAN FRANCISCO, United States (AFP) — Samsung regained its position as the top smartphone ...
jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/15/samsung-returns-top-smartphone-market-industry-tracker/
CORRECTION: Raising volunteers from Israel's ultra-Orthodox Jewish community, whose exemption from compulsory military service is dividing the country ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/can-israels-ultra-orthodox-military-volunteers-help-defuse-battle-over-2024-04-13/
Israel-Gaza live updates: Iran will respond in 'seconds' if Israel strikes back, Iranian official says
abcnews.go.com/International/live-updates/israel-gaza-hamas-war/
Congress grapples with foreign aid after Iran attack on Israel: The future of a foreign aid package is up in the air after a weekend missile attack on Israel.
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/15/congress-iran-israel-ukraine-gop-democrats/73331357007/
Quick Glance: Biden's Backing of House Aid Package for Israel and Ukraine
- President Joe Biden endorses an aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
- Crucial bipartisan support emerges for the approval of $95 billion in funding for U.S. allies.
- The package includes economic assistance for Kyiv in the form of forgivable loans and enhanced monitoring of military funds.
- Democrats and progressives oppose aspects of the package, while some Republicans reject House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Russia losses 770 soldiers and 41 artillery systems in one day: Russian occupation forces have so far lost over 454,000 military personnel
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/15/7451245/
Iran strike caused slight damage to IDF military base – military spokesman: * * *
timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/iran-strike-caused-slight-damage-to-idf-military-base-military-spokesman/
Iran launches aerial attack on Israel escalating regional conflict; top military force says attack was retaliation to an Israeli strike that killed several ... Show more
Iran fires drones, missiles at Israel in first-ever direct attack; IDF intercepting them
timesofisrael.com/iran-launches-wave-of-drones-at-israel-in-first-ever-direct-attack-idf-braces-to-intercept/
Israel Aerospace Industries commends IDF for successful interception of threats from Iran
jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-796946
Half of French youth ready to fight in Ukraine to defend France's interests, study finds
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/14/7451168/
🔴 Iran launched hundreds of drones directly from its territory against Israel on Saturday night, in a radical change from its usual use of proxies ... Show more www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-796838
Israeli skies ruffled by air defence rockets as Iran launches retaliatory strikes
wionews.com/world/israeli-skies-rocked-by-air-defence-rockets-as-iran-launches-retaliatory-strikes-710994
Iran launches dozens of drones toward Israel, IDF says: Israeli military confirms prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s plane is in the air amid escalating ...
independent.co.uk/news/world/middle-east/iran-attack-israel-drones-latest-b2528354.html
Biden administration clings to cease-fire talks with no Plan B: The U.S. strategy is first to get the fighting to stop, with the hope that a hostage release and ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/12/biden-israel-gaza-ceasefire/
Quick Glance: Biden Administration's Cease-Fire Efforts Under Scrutiny
- The Biden administration's aspirations to end the war in Gaza and progress towards a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine hinge on securing a temporary cease-fire and the release of Israeli hostages.
- The U.S. strategy focuses on halting the conflict momentarily, aiming for subsequent cease-fires, hostage releases, humanitarian aid, and the reconstruction of post-war Gaza under Palestinian Authority.
- Arab involvement, particularly from Saudi Arabia, is pivotal in negotiations to push Israel towards considering a separate Palestinian state amidst escalating tensions.
- With no contingency plan in place, pressures from potential Iranian strikes and the condition of the hostages in Gaza intensify the urgency for a breakthrough in the cease-fire discussions.
Iran launches drone attacks on Israel: Iranian state television confirmed that the attack came in the form of an "extensive drone operation ...
businessinsider.com/iran-launches-drone-attacks-on-israel-2024-4
US President Biden urged prudence: Israel's war cabinet hesitates on decision on "response" to Iran
tagesspiegel.de/internationales/liveblog/us-prasident-biden-mahnte-besonnenheit-an-israels-kriegskabinett-zogert-mit-entscheidung-zu-antwort-auf-den-iranischen-angriff-10586281.html
U.S. Shoots Down Number of Iranian Drones: The U.S. has shot down an undisclosed number of Iranian drones, a U.S. official said on Saturday ...
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The military’s media affairs wing said on Friday that a joint inquiry comprising security and police officials would be conducted for “ascertaining the facts ... Show more www.dawn.com/news/1827023/ispr-says-joint-inquiry-to-ascertain-facts-of-unfortunate-incident-in-bahawalnagar #DawnToday
Here’s What to Know About the Hunger Crisis in Gaza: “The food production system has been completely obliterated, and the lack of entry of emergency aid within a ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/11/world/middleeast/gaza-famine-hunger-crisis.html
Hezbollah launches explosive-laden drones, dozens of rockets at northern Israel: IDF says air defenses intercepted 2 UAVs and some of the projectiles fired by ...
timesofisrael.com/hezbollah-launches-explosive-laden-drones-dozens-of-rockets-at-northern-israel/
The Looming Crisis in the South China Sea: To Avoid a Conflict With China, America Needs a Clearer Strategy
foreignaffairs.com/united-states/looming-crisis-south-china-sea
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Manila and China: Challenges in the South China Sea
- Tensions are rising between the Philippines and China in the South China Sea, a crucial trade route.
- The dispute revolves around the Second Thomas Shoal, part of the Spratly Islands.
- The resolute stance of the Philippines in the conflict with China has empowered Manila to enhance its national security efforts.
- Manila has effectively utilized the transparency initiative to prompt China to reduce its aggressive stance in the South China Sea.
Russian military instructors, air defence system arrive in Niger amid deepening ties
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Kim Jong Un Threatens North Korea's Enemies With 'Death Blow': Kim was pictured inspecting maps and models of South Korea in a pointed message to the U.S. ally.
newsweek.com/north-korea-kim-jong-un-military-university-inspection-war-preparations-1889215
Ukraine Air Force confirms April 13 strike on Russian command center in occupied Luhansk - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/14/ukraine-air-force-confirms-april-13-strike-on-russian-command-center-in-occupied-luhansk/
Civil War: From filmmaker Alex Garland comes a journey across a dystopian future America, following a team of military-embedded journalists as they race against ...
rottentomatoes.com/m/civil_war_2024
Quick Glance: Kirsten Dunst Shines in Alex Garland's Emotional and Fascinating Epic
- Journalists Lee and Jessie uncover the harsh reality of a conflicted country in 'Civil War.'
- Journalism is portrayed as a critical weapon that can reveal truth but also leaves behind destruction and loss.
- The film follows the emotional journey of protagonist Lee, who increasingly questions the ethical boundaries of photojournalism.
- Garland's 'Civil War' raises existential questions about journalism, ethics, and the significance of truth, amidst a dystopian future vision.
🔴 Live: Israel says it will defend itself if Iran responds to consulate attack: Israel’s military said Thursday it is prepared to defend itself and strike back ...
france24.com/en/middle-east/20240412-%F0%9F94%B4-live-israel-says-it-will-defend-itself-if-iran-responds-to-attack-on-its-consulate
The Punjab Police on Wednesday decried “fake propaganda” after a string of videos showing Pakistan Army officers allegedly assaulting and beating up cops in ... Show more dawn.com www.dawn.com/news/1826932 #DawnToday
Cranes worth Sh4 billion arrive at the Port of Lamu, to boost operations along the Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia Transport corridor ... Show more
The U.S. Army demonstrated Lockheed Martin's next-generation Extended-Range rockets against a target set at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico.
Netanyahu Is Making a ‘Mistake’ in Gaza, Biden Says: “I don’t agree with his approach,” the president added.
thedailybeast.com/netanyahu-is-making-a-mistake-in-gaza-biden-says
Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Netanyahu's Gaza war approach
- President Joe Biden criticizes Netanyahu for inadequate humanitarian aid in Gaza.
- The U.S. increases pressure on Israel to achieve a ceasefire, straining the long-standing alliance.
- Disagreements over humanitarian aid and offensive plans in Rafah deepen the divide between the two countries.
- Israel slowly ramps up aid, but logistical issues and security concerns complicate deliveries.
Russia's combat losses in Ukraine up to about 453,650 troops: Russia's overall combat losses in Ukraine between February 24, 2022 and April 14 ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3852160-russias-combat-losses-in-ukraine-up-to-about-453650-troops.html
WATCH: Indian Army ‘war games’ in Sikkim; tests Anti-tank Guided Missile Systems at high altitude#indianarmy #antitankmissile #wargames
The Ukrainian amputees returning to the front to resist Russian advance: Reuters interviewed 20 military amputees, seven of whom had returned to the army or ...
reuters.com/world/europe/ukrainian-amputees-returning-front-resist-russian-advance-2024-04-11/
Russian companies are facing growing hurdles when making payments to China, two Russian news outlets reported, with one saying transactions involving ... Show more www.reuters.com/business/finance/china-tightens-russia-payments-scrutiny-hitting-electronics-components-say-2024-04-12/
OP PROSPER announced to boost veteran employment: The scheme will support veterans in securing high paid jobs, where they can hone the skills that they developed ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/op-prosper-announced-to-boost-veteran-employment/
Middle East conflict live updates: Israel announces new aid crossing as pressure mounts; USAID calls Gaza conditions ‘dire’
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/11/israel-hamas-war-news-gaza-palestine/
Dozens of armed forces veterans gathered to pay their respects to a comrade they didn't know❤️
Alan Kenneth Cole, from the Beccles area ... Show more www.edp24.co.uk/news/24244925.funeral-little-known-beccles-parachute-regiment-veteran/
Soldier dies after Tacama training exercise: The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) today announced the passing of 22258 Corporal Leroy Thom of 2 Infantry Battalion and ...
stabroeknews.com/2024/04/13/news/guyana/soldier-dies-after-tacama-training-exercise/
Sirens, booms throughout Israel as Iran fires dozens of ballistic missiles, IDF intercepts
timesofisrael.com/liveblog-april-13-2024/
Russian weapons and trainers arrive in Niger weeks after US military agreement ends
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642028
Singapore has responded to UN pressure by cracking down on sales of weapons through its territory to Myanmar, delivering a serious blow to the embattled ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/12/singapore-tightens-screws-on-myanmar-generals-with-arms-trade-crackdown
Lufthansa stops flights: USA: Iran's attack on Israel is probably imminent: The conflict between Iran and Israel threatens to escalate after an attack on an ...
n-tv.de/politik/USA-Angriff-Irans-auf-Israel-steht-wohl-kurz-bevor-article24864502.html
🇳🇱The Netherlands has allocated an additional €1 billion for military assistance to Ukraine and €400 million for reconstruction ... Show more
Quick Glance: Netherlands Commits Extra €1 Billion Support for Ukraine
- Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte on Friday pledged an additional one billion euros in military support to Ukraine, which he said was being “ravaged daily by Russian aggression”.
- Moreover, he announced 400 million euros in economic aid to repair the energy infrastructure that has been targeted by Russia in recent days and weeks.
- Rutte, likely the next NATO secretary general, emphasized the crucial nature of Ukraine winning this battle for both their security and that of others.
- Recent airstrikes on Ukraine's energy grid resulted in significant blackouts, underscoring the urgent need for increased support to protect Ukraine.
Israel-Gaza live updates: Hamas may not have enough hostages for proposed deal, source says
abcnews.go.com/International/live-updates/israel-gaza-hamas-war/us-skeptical-that-hamas-has-enough-hostages-to-fulfill-1st-phase-of-proposed-deal-source-109093589
Quick Glance: Overcoming Hamas Challenge Amid Israel's Approach to Victory
- Despite the Israeli prime minister's assertion of being on the brink of defeating Hamas, indications suggest the cruel terror group will emerge undefeated.
- Persistently emphasizing relentless pursuit of 'total victory,' Netanyahu's aspirations may not align with reality.
- Hamas stands as a sophisticated underground organization - in the most literal and metaphorical sense.
- Israel's failure to devise a post-war strategic plan for governing Gaza echoes the missteps of the Americans in Baghdad in 2003.
The War Is Not Going Well for Ukraine: If the United States does nothing, the coming seasons will be even bleaker—and not just in Kyiv.
theatlantic.com/international/archive/2024/04/kyiv-spring-ukraine-military-aid/678013/
Israel threatens to strike Iran directly if it attacks from own territory: Foreign Minister Katz posts Persian-language message to Khamenei after Iran's supreme ...
timesofisrael.com/israel-threatens-to-strike-iran-directly-if-it-attacks-from-own-territory/
Israel-Hamas War in Gaza: Live Updates: U.S. officials have said they are bracing for a response to an Israeli strike in Syria this month that killed several ...
nytimes.com/live/2024/04/11/world/israel-gaza-war-news-hamas/power-cites-credible-assessments-that-famine-has-begun-in-northern-gaza
Russia attacked critical infrastructure targets in five Ukrainian regions on Thursday night. In view of similar attacks, the government in Moscow had declared ... Show more www.handelsblatt.com/politik/international/ukraine-pistorius-vergleicht-putin-mit-hitler/27982126.html
Biden is hosting Japan's Kishida. But the Nippon Steel deal is not on the agenda: President BIden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida Fumio will announce ...
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CA$H CRUNCH: The alarming report and what it means for America's future and your bottom line.www.foxbusiness.com/politics/us-national-debt-interest-exceeds-defense-spending-cbo
Israeli military drones are still buzzing in this part of the Rafah district, just to remind Palestinians that there is no sense of safety ... Show more www.dawn.com/live/gaza-invasion #DawnToday
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