“Good day for Israel and for the world”: Joe Biden on killing of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar
Biden’s statement comes after Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday confirmed the death of Yahwa Sinwar during an IDF operation in Gaza.
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Will redouble effort to end Israel-Hamas war as ‘chief obstacle’ Yahya Sinwar ‘removed’: US
“Over the days ahead, the US will redouble its effort to return the hostages home, bring an end to this war, to alleviate the suffering of Palestinian people, and to allow the people of Gaza to begin to relive their lives,” Miller said.
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“Justice has been served” Kamala Harris on killing of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar
“I will say to any terrorist who kills Americans, threatens the American people, or threatens our troops or our interests, know this – we will always bring you to justice. Israel has a right to defend itself, and the threat Hamas poses to Israel must be eliminated,” Harris said.
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US Justice Department announces charges against Vikash Yadav in foiled plot to assassinate Pannun
In a statement, the US Justice Department said, “Yadav is charged in a second superseding indictment unsealed today in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York.”
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Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch lambasts Pakistani govt for including her name in anti-terror watchlist
Prominent human rights activist and organiser of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee, Mahrang Baloch, has expressed grave concerns over her inclusion, along with fellow activists including Sibghatullah Shah Jee, on Pakistan’s 4th Schedule–a government anti-terror watchlist managed by the National Counter Terrorism Authority.
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India at UN, highlights lifting 250 million people out of poverty, reiterates commitment for food security
India’s First Secretary at UN, Sneha Dubey delivered India’s statement at the General Discussion of the Second Committee on Eradication of Poverty and Agriculture development, food security and nutrition.
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PM Modi, Spanish President Sanchez to inaugurate Tata-Airbus C295 aircraft plant in Vadodara today
The facility is built at the TATA Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) campus. A total of 56 aircraft are there under the C-295 programme, of which 16 are being delivered directly by Airbus from Spain and the remaining 40 are to be made in India.
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World’s 1st crewed space balloon: Richard Branson to co-pilot flight to Earth’s edge
Passengers can “experience breathtaking views” on board the ‘spaceship balloon’, which is outfitted with creature comforts Wi-Fi, cocktails and fine dining, plush safety seating, luxury amenities, and even a proper restroom. The first commercial space flights are planned for 2025 and is priced at USD 125,000 per explorer.
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Former Navy official says US’ role in Taiwan conflict may be limited
This report came after another interview in September, reported by Financial Times, stated that the “clandestine US Navy commando unit” has been training for missions to help Taiwan if it is invaded by China
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“Canada is intensely interested in escalation” Policy experts on the India-Canada row
Leading Indian Experts have expressed their views on how Canada’s rogue allegations have strained the relationship between the two countries.