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Mass protests in Canary Islands decry overtourism

Tens of thousands protest in Canary Islands against mass tourism

Thousands protest in Spain's Canary Islands over mass tourism

Protestors are calling for a freeze on tourists, arguing that the current model has made life unaffordable and environmentally unsustainable for residents.

Ecuadorian police breaks into Mexico’s embassy, sparking outrage| Know why it’s a big deal| Oneindia

The diplomatic rift between Mexico and Ecuador intensified dramatically following a dramatic incident where Ecuadorian authorities forcefully entered Mexico's embassy in Quito to apprehend Jorge Glas, the former vice president of Ecuador. Glas, who was arrested late Friday, had previously been convicted of bribery and corruption charges and is still under investigation for other alleged offences. The arrest sparked widespread condemnation from leaders across the Americas, leading Mexico's president to declare the severance of diplomatic relations with Ecuador. Glas had sought asylum in Mexico and had been residing in the embassy since December, with Mexico granting asylum only on Friday. #Mexico #Ecuador #MexicoEcuadorDiplomaticTies #DiplomaticRelations #VicePresident #JorgeGlas #Arrest #PoliticalTensions #InternationalLaw #Sovereignty #Embassy ~HT.97~PR.152~ED.194~

SXM Festival Review: Panorama sunsets, villa parties and boat cruises in a Caribbean paradise

"It doesn’t have to be your normal life" - Euronews Culture reports from the epic SXM Festival on the French-Dutch Caribbean island of Saint Martin. The dance music extravaganza's main attraction is it brings elements of the European club scene to a paradisiacal location in the Americas.

Hezbollah Sends Message to Lebanese Government, Says Ready for Wider Clash with Israel| Oneindia

Hezbollah signals readiness for broader confrontation with Israel, despite warnings from European and Arab nations. Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati reveals international pressure to halt clashes. U.S. mediator stresses urgency for a southern Lebanon ceasefire. Escalating tensions prompt Israel to deploy troops along the border. #Hezbollah #NajibMikati #Lebanon #HassanNasrallah #IsraelGaza #Gazawar #Worldnews #Oneinda #Oneindia news ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.101~GR.125~

Israel ready to target Iranian nuclear sites in response to Tehran's potential attack | Oneindia

Amidst last week's strike in Damascus and the subsequent warnings of retaliation from Iranian authorities, reports suggest that Israel has conveyed its readiness to retaliate by targeting Iranian assets in the event of a direct attack. According to an Arab report on Monday, citing an anonymous "Western security official," Israel has reportedly been engaging in air force drills, notably focusing on preparations to strike Iranian nuclear facilities and critical infrastructure. #IsraelIranConflict #IranNuclearSites #RetaliationThreats #TehranThreats #IsraeliDefense #NuclearFacilities #SecurityConcerns #MiddleEastTensions #RegionalConflict #GlobalSecurity ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.194~GR.123~

Israel Refutes Biden’s ‘Red Line’ Remark, Predicts Fighting to be over in 6-8 Weeks | Oneindia News

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu signals readiness to defy US President Biden's cautionary "red line" and proceed with Rafah invasion amidst ongoing Gaza campaign. Netanyahu asserts Rafah's strategic importance and claims support from Arab leaders. President Biden expresses impatience with Netanyahu's approach, urging greater consideration for civilian casualties. #BenjaminNetanyahu #USPresidentJoeBiden #BidenJesus #BidenNetanyahu #Israel #IDF #Gazawar #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.194~GR.123~

India enhances Defence Footprint with BrahMos Missile delivery to the Philippines | Oneindia

On Friday (Apr 19), the Philippines will receive its first contracted BrahMos missile from India, marking a significant milestone in defence collaboration between the two nations. The journey of this BrahMos missile, renowned as the world's fastest supersonic cruise missile, commences from Nagpur, India, where it is loaded onto an Indian Air Force (IAF) C-17 Globemaster transport aircraft. Accompanied by three civilian freight liners transporting additional parts and support systems, the missile is poised to bolster the defence capabilities of the Philippine Marine Corps' coastal defence regiment. #IndiaPhilippinesRelations #BrahMosMissileDelivery #DefenseCooperation #IndoPhilippinePartnership #BrahMosDeal #DefenseExport #IndigenousDefenseProduction #GlobalDefenseInnovation #StrategicPartnerships #DiplomaticOutreach ~HT.97~PR.152~ED.102~

Japan, Philippines, US rebuke China over ‘dangerous’ South China Sea moves | Oneindia

The heads of state from Japan, the Philippines, and the United States have jointly expressed "grave concern" regarding China's conduct in the contested South China Sea. Over recent years, Beijing has intensified its presence in this crucial maritime region, leading to heightened tensions, notably with the Philippines. This nation, among others in Southeast Asia, asserts territorial claims over portions of the sea adjacent to its shores. In response to a recent altercation near Second Thomas Shoal that resulted in injuries to Filipino soldiers and damage to vessels, President Ferdinand Marcos of the Philippines declared Manila's intention to enact countermeasures against China. The leaders of Japan, the Philippines, and the United States expressed shared concerns over the People's Republic of China's (PRC) provocative actions in the South China Sea during the inaugural summit held in Washington, DC. This joint statement comes amid escalating tensions in the region. #SouthChinaSea #China #Japan #Philippines #US #Tensions #Diplomacy #InternationalRelations #SecurityConcerns #GeoPolitics ~HT.97~PR.152~ED.102~

Biden vows 'ironclad' defense of Philippines, Japan as China tensions mount

Philippines president says summit with U.S., Japan to include South China Sea cooperation | Oneindia

On Wednesday, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced that the forthcoming trilateral summit involving the United States, Philippines, and Japan will entail an agreement to uphold security and ensure freedom of navigation in the South China Sea. Marcos departed for Washington in the afternoon to engage in discussions with U.S. President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. Earlier in the day, the Philippine leader informed reporters that while there would be a focus on addressing South China Sea concerns, the primary objective of the summit remains enhancing economic cooperation among the three allied nations. #Philippines #Summit #SouthChinaSea #Cooperation #FumioKishida #JoeBiden #FerdinandMarcosJr #Diplomacy #InternationalRelations #Geopolitics ~PR.152~ED.194~GR.123~

Haiti violence: U.S announces charter flight to evacuate Americans as hunger soars | Oneindia News

On Saturday, the United States government announced plans to organise a charter flight for its citizens stranded in Haiti amidst escalating gang violence gripping the nation. Simultaneously, Guatemala reported that the offices of its honorary consul in Haiti were looted amid the ongoing clashes. #Haiti #violence #US #charterflight #evacuation #Americans #hunger #ArielHenry #humanitariancrisis #gangviolence #security #internationalaid #CapHaitien #PortauPrince #UNICEF #famine #emergencyresponse #Guatemala #PuertoRico #Delmas ~HT.97~PR.152~ED.103~