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Keep COVID military vaccine mandate, defense chief says: Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is making clear he wants to keep the military’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate ...
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Keep COVID Military Vaccine Mandate, U.S. Defense Chief Says: This past week more than 20 Republican governors sent a letter to President Joe Biden asking that ...
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New stealth bomber: U.S. military unveils long-kept secret fighter aircraft: It cost tens of billions - now the U.S. Air Force has unveiled its new stealth ...
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Keep COVID military vaccine mandate, defense chief says: Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is making clear he wants to keep the military’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate ...
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Keep COVID Military Vaccine Mandate, U.S. Defense Chief Says: This past week more than 20 Republican governors sent a letter to President Joe Biden asking that ...
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New stealth bomber: U.S. military unveils long-kept secret fighter aircraft: It cost tens of billions - now the U.S. Air Force has unveiled its new stealth ...
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U.S. defence chief wants to keep military COVID-19 vaccine mandate: U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said he wants to keep the military's COVID-19 vaccine ...
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Defense secretary wants to keep COVID-19 vaccine mandate for military: Last week, more than 20 Republican governors sent a letter to President Joe Biden asking ...
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Pentagon chief: US faces pivotal years in countering China: SIMI VALLEY, Calif. (AP) — The U.S. is at a pivotal point with China and will need military strength ...
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Keep COVID military vaccine mandate, U.S. defense chief says: More than 20 Republican governors pressed Biden in a letter to rescind the mandate
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Secret developments: U.S. military unveils futuristic new fighter aircraft: The B-21 Raider stealth bomber is designed to carry conventional as well as nuclear ...
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US announces new Patriot missiles for Ukraine as part of new $6 billion aid package
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Quick Glance: US Sending New Patriot Missiles to Ukraine
- As part of a massive $6 billion additional aid package, the U.S. will provide Ukraine with additional Patriot missiles for its air defense systems, announced Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Friday.
- Discussing the need for Patriots, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy participated in the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting on Friday morning, where about 50 countries virtually gathered in a Pentagon-led session.
- Included in the new funding, the largest tranche of USAI aid sent so far, are the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) as well as Switchblade and Puma drones, counter-drone systems, and artillery.
- Months of deadlock among bitterly divided members of Congress over the funding led to House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., having to form a bipartisan coalition to pass the bill.
Conflicts drive global military spending to record high: War in Ukraine and tensions in Middle East and Asia lead to 7% increase in worldwide defence expenditure ...
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Quick Glance: Global Military Spending Hits Historic High in 2023
- Global military spending hit a record high of $2.443 billion in 2023 after a 7% increase, as per a report.
- Military expenditure rose consistently over nine years in all regions due to worsening peace and security globally.
- Countries like Ukraine, Russia, Poland, Germany, and the UK saw significant spikes in their military spending.
- Israel notably increased its military spending significantly due to the conflict in the Middle East, particularly a major offensive in Gaza in 2023.
Why South Korean pop culture rocks and North Korea’s does not: Dictatorship stifles creativity and joy
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Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
Two horses that bolted through London have undergone surgery, UK official says: Two military horses that bolted through the streets of London after being spooked ...
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LIVE: US Secretary of State Lloyd Austin speaks after Ukraine meeting: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Israeli military intelligence chief resigns over failure to prevent Hamas attack: The Israeli military say the head of its intelligence corps has resigned over ...
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Quick Glance: Israeli Military Intelligence Chief Resigns Over Hamas Attack Failures
- The head of Israeli military intelligence resigned due to the failures surrounding Hamas’ unprecedented attack on October 7, marking the first senior resignation in Israel's history.
- Maj. Gen. Aharon Haliva’s resignation could trigger additional resignations among Israel’s top security officials in response to the Hamas attack that initiated the Gaza war.
- Haliva, alongside other military and security leaders, were expected to address the evident failures leading up to and during October 7.
- Israel and its esteemed security forces were caught entirely off guard by the Hamas attack on a Jewish holiday, shattering trust in the military. The resignation may contribute to rebuilding some of this trust.
Climate change is slowing Earth’s rotation: This simplifies things for the world’s timekeepers
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Why so many Chinese graduates cannot find work: Our number-crunching suggests that their plight could be much worse than previously thought
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Has Taylor Swift peaked?: The musician is at the height of her commercial, but not her creative, power
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LIVE: US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin testifies to the House Appropriations Committee on Israel, Gaza, Iran and Ukraine
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UK announces $620 million in new military aid for Ukraine and plan to up own defense spending
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Quick Glance: UK Boosts Defense Spending, Provides $620 Million Military Aid to Ukraine
- British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced an increase in defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by the end of the decade, along with a pledge to provide Ukraine with new military aid totaling $620 million, including weapons, armored vehicles, and ammunition.
- Sunak described the heightened spending as the most significant strengthening of national defense in a generation, emphasizing the need to remain vigilant in the face of current geopolitical threats.
- The UK commits to an additional £75 billion in defense spending over the next six years, aiming to raise defense expenditure to 2.5% of GDP, reaffirming a target set by Boris Johnson in 2022.
- The announcement followed similar moves by the US, approving $61 billion in aid for Ukraine, signaling an escalated international response to Russia's aggression in Ukraine.
Escaped army horses careen through London, crashing into vehicles: The horses were from the Household Cavalry and threw their riders during a morning exercise ...
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Quick Glance: London Chaos: Military Horses Run Wild
- Five military horses bolted during an exercise near Buckingham Palace, causing chaos in central London streets.
- The horses were spooked by noise from a construction site, threw off their riders, and collided with vehicles.
- Three injured soldiers were hospitalized, but none of the injuries were life-threatening.
- The horses were captured shortly after and taken back to the barracks for medical tests.
What are the obligations of Israel and Hamas to protect civilians?: International Humanitarian Law creates obligations—but contains numerous caveats
economist.com/the-economist-explains/2024/04/24/what-are-the-obligations-of-israel-and-hamas-to-protect-civilians
Finally, America’s Congress does right by Ukraine: Disaster has been dodged. But the political malaise that delayed the Ukraine funding bill remains
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/20/finally-americas-congress-does-right-by-ukraine
Ukraine thanks the US for billions in new military aid to help stop Russia's advance
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Biden vows to 'quickly' supply new military aid to Ukraine: The US president says he will send "significant" support to Kyiv if senators pass a new aid deal on ...
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Joe Biden tells Volodymyr Zelenskyy US weapons will arrive ‘quickly’: President expected to sign law unlocking long-delayed $60bn in funding for Ukraine this ...
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Wedding ring, only item surviving chopper accident that killed the General: The wedding ring was handed over to General Ogolla's widow Aileen Ogolla ...
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Another ex-State Department official alleges Israeli military gets 'special treatment' on abuses
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Don’t be gloomy about Tesla and its EV rivals: The industry has had a terrible few months. But demand is likely to pick up
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Can anyone pull Boeing out of its nosedive?: The American planemaker needs one hell of a pilot
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Efforts to tackle student protests in America have backfired badly: Police intervention at Columbia has provoked protests at other universities
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Israeli leaders and military criticize reported US plans to sanction IDF unit: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other ministers have sharply ...
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Quick Glance: Netanyahu Vows to Fight Sanctions on Army Battalions
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on April 21 that he would oppose sanctions being imposed on any Israeli military units for alleged rights violations, following reports of Washington planning such a move.
- The United States announced on April 19 a new series of sanctions related to Israeli settlers in the West Bank, signaling growing frustration with Netanyahu's policies, who relies on settler parties for his coalition government.
- War Cabinet Minister Benny Gantz, a former Chief of Armed Forces and centrist, mentioned in a statement on April 21 that he had spoken with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging him to reconsider the issue.
- Blinken mentioned on April 19 that he had made 'determinations' regarding accusations of Israel violating a set of US laws prohibiting military assistance to individuals or security force units committing gross human rights violations.
As Gaza cease-fire talks resume, the coming fight for Rafah looms large: Washington has said it cannot support a major military operation in Rafah ...
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India’s financial system has improved dramatically in the past decade : There is much more change to come
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Having exhausted the other options, the House did the right thing on Ukraine: Having exhausted all the other options, the House finally did the right thing.
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Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
“We have to make Biden lose”: Arab-Americans are switching to Trump: Anger over Gaza in the swing state of Michigan might cost the president the election
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Meet Argentina’s richest man: The boss of Mercado Libre ponders Javier Milei, self-doubt and the dangers of wokery
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India’s difficult business environment is improving : The changes are allowing Indian firms to become more dynamic
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America’s latest aid will give Ukraine only a temporary reprieve: The bitterness of the struggle in Washington is a sign of trouble ahead
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/24/congress-has-given-ukraine-a-reprieve-with-its-new-aid-package
Ukraine pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from the front lines over Russian drone threats
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Primary schools in Britain are beginning to close : A baby bust is starting to work its way through the system
economist.com/britain/2024/04/11/primary-schools-in-britain-are-beginning-to-close
Africa Live: Muslim child allegedly lashed for attending church - BBC News: Seven members of a family in Uganda have been arrested for allegedly assaulting the ...
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Quick Glance: Africa Live: Germany detains alleged Nigerian mafia members
- German police have arrested 11 Nigerian men suspected of being part of a mafia group involved in large-scale dating scams orchestrated by the Black Axe gang.
- Portugal's President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has stated that his country should take full responsibility for colonial-era abuses and consider paying reparations in certain cases.
- Authorities in Tanzania have shut down five hydroelectric stations to reduce excess electricity in the national grid, with the main plant generating enough power for major cities like Dar es Salaam.
- Negotiations between the Kenyan government and striking doctors have collapsed, prolonging the suffering of those seeking healthcare in public hospitals, as doctors demand better pay and the hiring of trainee doctors.
How Russia targeted France and radicalised Emmanuel Macron: He is now one of Europe’s leading Russia hawks
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Two years of war have impoverished many Ukrainians: The elderly, the displaced and the disabled are the worst affected
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“Stop Killing Palestinian Children!”: Activists Disrupt Pentagon Chief Lloyd Austin Hearing
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Israel should not rush to strike back at Iran: Instead it should try a novel response to Iran’s missile attack: restraint
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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.
Congress tells China: sell TikTok or we’ll ban it: Only America’s courts can save the video app now
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Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
Reasons to be cheerful about Generation Z: They are not doomed to be poor and anxious
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Israel responds to Iran’s barrage with a symbolic strike: Both sides have a chance to de-escalate their conflict, at least for now
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/19/israel-responds-to-irans-barrage-with-a-symbolic-strike
How ruthless is Amazon, really? : It is too simplistic to portray business as a battle of might versus right
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Israeli military says 99% of drones and missiles launched by Iran were intercepted
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Men fit for military service should return: Kiev no longer gives passports to Ukrainians abroad
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Frozen Russian assets will soon pay for Ukraine’s war: And America now hopes to convince others to make better use of the stash
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/18/frozen-russian-assets-will-soon-pay-for-ukraines-war
The House of Representatives gives Ukraine its best news in a year: $61bn of aid is on the way. It should have an almost instant effect
economist.com/united-states/2024/04/20/the-house-of-representatives-just-gave-ukraine-the-best-news-it-has-had-for-a-year
How Iran covered up the damage from Israel’s strikes: New images shared with The Economist show how a swap helped calm a crisis
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/24/how-iran-covered-up-the-damage-from-israels-strikes
Austin Talks With China Counterpart as Nations’ Ties Improve: Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin spoke with his Chinese counterpart as the two countries continue ...
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How to get more people into military uniforms: Why mandatory military service makes sense for some countries but not others
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Trump v Biden: who’s ahead in the latest polls?: The Economist is tracking the race to be America’s next president
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UN demands investigation after mass graves found at Gaza hospitals raided by Israel
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Quick Glance: UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Graves at Two Gaza Hospitals
- The United Nations called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves at two major hospitals in Gaza that were searched by Israeli troops.
- It was emphasized that investigators must have access to the sites, and a greater number of journalists should be able to work safely in Gaza to report on the facts.
- Some of the bodies belonged to individuals killed during the hospital siege, while others were victims when Israeli forces raided the hospital.
- The discovery of the graves highlights the urgency of a ceasefire, the end of the conflict, improved access for humanitarian aid, the protection of hospitals, and the release of Israeli hostages.
Israel-Hamas War in Gaza: Middle East Live Updates: The denunciations came hours after Israeli leaders welcomed Congress’s approval of aid for Israel ...
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US agrees to withdraw troops from Niger amid Sahel region’s pivot to Russia: The US built a base in the desert city of Agadez at the cost of $100m for manned and ...
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Ukraine can threaten more high-value Russian targets with more ATACMS: US lawmakers cleared the way for Ukraine to receive additional MGM-140 Army Tactical ...
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
Why the stockmarket is disappearing: Large companies such as ByteDance, OpenAI and Stripe are staying private
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/18/why-the-stockmarket-is-disappearing
Chinese researchers use low-cost Nvidia chip for hypersonic weapon —unrestricted Nvidia Jetson TX2i powers guidance system
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America’s $61bn aid package buys Ukraine time: It must use it wisely
economist.com/briefing/2024/04/25/americas-61bn-aid-package-buys-ukraine-time
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'Moron!' Prince Harry blasted as he dons British military medals in new video: Prince Harry made a new appearance at an awards ceremony but royal fans were not ...
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Generation Z is unprecedentedly rich: Millennials were poorer at this stage in their lives. So were baby-boomers
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/16/generation-z-is-unprecedentedly-rich
Xi Jinping tightens grip on China’s military with new information warfare unit : Beijing launches restructuring of armed forces as it challenges US dominance in ...
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US aid will boost Ukraine, but doubts remain over 2025 supplies: The Biden administration wants to start moving weapons and equipment into Ukraine within days of ...
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Would you really die for your country?: Military conscription is on the agenda in the rich world
economist.com/international/2024/04/17/would-you-really-die-for-your-country
Who will lead the LVMH luxury empire?: Bernard Arnault sizes up his heirs apparent
economist.com/business/2024/04/18/who-will-lead-the-lvmh-luxury-empire
The growing role of fighting robots on the ground in Ukraine: Drones already fill the skies. Now uncrewed vehicles are heading to the front lines
economist.com/the-economist-explains/2024/04/19/the-growing-role-of-fighting-robots-on-the-ground-in-ukraine
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 ...
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As Russia’s attacks step up, Ukraine fears waning Western support: An interview with the country’s new national security chief
economist.com/europe/2024/04/15/as-russias-attacks-step-up-ukraine-fears-waning-western-support
Ten dead as two Navy helicopters collide mid-air in Malaysia: One of the choppers clipped the rotor of the other before the two crashed into the ground ...
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After Dobbs, Americans are turning to permanent contraception: More young women are tying their tubes
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The tiny republic of San Marino is alarmingly friendly to Russia: Intelligence sources are concerned about the country, which is surrounded by Italy
economist.com/europe/2024/04/24/the-tiny-republic-of-san-marino-is-alarmingly-friendly-to-russia
Ukraine is putting pressure on fighting-age men outside the country as it tries to replenish forces
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What to read to understand Chechnya: Four books and a film that unpack an influential region of Russia
economist.com/the-economist-reads/2024/04/16/what-to-read-to-understand-chechnya
Palestinians in West Bank Protest Israeli Raid That Killed at Least 10: At least 10 people were killed when Israeli forces raided the Nur Shams refugee camp ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/21/world/middleeast/west-bank-gaza-raid.html
Quick Glance: Israeli Strikes on Rafah Kill 22, Mostly Children, as US Advances Aid Package
- Israeli strikes on the southern Gaza city of Rafah overnight killed 22 people, including 18 children, as the US House of Representatives approved $13 billion in new Israeli military aid.
- However, fears of wider war breaking out in the Middle East have eased somewhat after Iran downplayed Israel’s reported retaliation over its unprecedented missile and drone attack on the country a week ago.
- Israel has carried out near-daily air raids on Rafah and vowed to expand its ground offensive against the Hamas militant group to the city on the border with Egypt despite calls for restraint, including from the US.
- Tensions have also spiked in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, with Israeli troops killing two Palestinians who attacked a checkpoint with a knife and a gun near the southern West Bank town of Hebron.
'My Child Is Human': Palestinian American Mother Disrupts Austin Testimony: "Secretary Austin, why are you denying Israel's genocide in Gaza?" ...
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How strong is India’s economy?: It isn’t the next China, but it could still transform itself and the world
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/25/how-strong-is-indias-economy
Ukraine is ignoring US warnings to end drone operations inside Russia: Its superdrones can reach targets as far away as Siberia
economist.com/europe/2024/04/18/ukraine-is-ignoring-us-warnings-to-end-drone-operations-inside-russia
Memorable images make time pass more slowly: The effect could give our brains longer to process information
economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/04/24/memorable-images-make-time-pass-more-slowly
China’s ties with Russia are growing more solid: Our columnist visits a future Russian outpost in China’s most advanced spaceport
economist.com/china/2024/04/25/chinas-ties-with-russia-are-growing-more-solid
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What We Know About Israel’s Strike in Iran: Israel struck Iran early Friday, according to officials from both countries, in what appeared to be its first ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/world/middleeast/israel-strikes-iran-why.html
Quick Glance: Israeli Strike Damages Iranian Air Defense System Without Detection, Officials Say
- An Israeli airstrike on Iran on Friday damaged an air defense system, according to Western and Iranian officials, and appeared calculated to deliver a message that Israel could bypass Iran’s defensive systems undetected and paralyze them.
- The strike damaged a defensive battery near Natanz, a city in central Iran that is critical to the country’s nuclear weapons program, according to the officials.
- The relatively limited scope of Israel’s strike and the muted response from Iranian officials, however, seem to have eased tensions.
- It was confirmed that Israel had deployed aerial drones and at least one missile fired from a warplane, as stated by three Western and two Iranian officials.
Israel planned bigger attack on Iran, scaled back after pressure: NYT: Israel planned a stronger counterattack against Iran, but chose a more limited strike ...
businessinsider.com/israel-planned-bigger-attack-iran-scaled-back-under-us-pressure-2024-4
A conservative strategist on how Joe Biden can win: Sarah Longwell says “double-haters” will decide the election
economist.com/by-invitation/2024/04/23/a-conservative-strategist-on-how-joe-biden-can-win
Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Florida's abortion ban and holds Trump accountable
- President Biden condemns the upcoming 6-week abortion ban in Florida.
- He blames Trump for appointing justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.
- Biden's campaign focuses on abortion rights to mobilize voters.
- Efforts to leverage Florida's abortion laws for political gain are highlighted.
Without fanfare, the Philippines is getting richer: And its economy is unusually well-defended against American politics
economist.com/asia/2024/04/23/without-fanfare-the-philippines-is-getting-richer
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