U.S. President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu grapple with a strained relationship amid heightened tensions over a potential Gaza ground assault following a Hamas attack.
Their alliance discord, rooted in differing views on crucial matters, intensifies with Biden's concerns about Israel's Supreme Court power reduction plans and opposition to Netanyahu's governance approach.
White House Urges Congress , To Approve Ongoing , Support For Ukraine.
On December 4, the White House warned Congress that the
administration will be unable to continue providing Ukraine
with assistance without further congressional support.
On December 4, the White House warned Congress that the
administration will be unable to continue providing Ukraine
with assistance without further congressional support.
NBC reports that Office of Management and Budget Director Shalanda Young told legislators that the U.S. is “out of money — and nearly out of time” for supporting Ukraine.
NBC reports that Office of Management and Budget Director Shalanda Young told legislators that the U.S. is “out of money — and nearly out of time” for supporting Ukraine.
I want to be clear: without congressional
action, by the end of the year we will run
out of resources to procure more weapons
and equipment for Ukraine and to provide
equipment from U.S. military stocks, Shalanda Young, Office of Management and Budget Director, via NBC.
There is no magical pot of funding
available to meet this moment, Shalanda Young, Office of Management and Budget Director, via NBC.
According to Young, failing to provide aid would , “kneecap Ukraine on the battlefield, not only putting
at risk the gains Ukraine has made, but increasing
the likelihood of Russian military victories.”.
Young reportedly urged congressional
leaders to approve the Biden administration's
supplemental spending request. .
I must stress that helping Ukraine
defend itself and secure its future
as a sovereign, democratic, independent,
and prosperous nation advances
our national security interests, Shalanda Young, Office of Management and Budget Director, via NBC.
It prevents larger conflict in the region
that could involve NATO and put U.S.
forces in harm’s way and deters
future aggression, making us all safer, Shalanda Young, Office of Management and Budget Director, via NBC.
Young's letter to Congress comes amid
a deadlock among lawmakers over ongoing
U.S. support for both Ukraine and Israel.
NBC reports that GOP legislators have looked to leverage
approving foreign aid for the enactment of tougher U.S.
immigration policy at the nation's southern border.
NBC reports that GOP legislators have looked to leverage
approving foreign aid for the enactment of tougher U.S.
immigration policy at the nation's southern border
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These Are the World's , Top Polluters , Heading Into COP28.
Using data from the EU's Emissions Database for Global
Atmospheric Research 2023, 'The Independent' recently revealed
the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for every country.
In 2022, China was the world's biggest GHG producer,
generating over 25% of total global emissions.
China's share of the world's annual GHG emissions has
doubled over the past 20 years as a result of
rapid economic growth and industrial development.
China's share of the world's annual GHG emissions has
doubled over the past 20 years as a result of
rapid economic growth and industrial development.
China's 2060 goal to reach net zero emissions
would make it one of the last 10 countries
to achieve zero emissions globally. .
'The Independent' reports that the United States
is the world's second-largest GHG producer,
emitting more than 6 billion tons in 2022.
'The Independent' reports that the United States
is the world's second-largest GHG producer,
emitting more than 6 billion tons in 2022.
In November, U.S. President Joe Biden and
China's President Xi Jinping vowed to accelerate
their countries' efforts to combat climate change. .
In November, U.S. President Joe Biden and
China's President Xi Jinping vowed to accelerate
their countries' efforts to combat climate change. .
The world's two biggest emitters of GHG
agreed to reduce methane and other emissions. .
Cooperation between the U.S. and China is viewed
as critical to meeting the climate goals of the COP28.
In a joint statement released after their meeting, Biden and Xi said that
both countries “are aware of the important role they play” and “will work
together... to rise up to one of the greatest challenges of our time.” .
'The Independent' reports that India is
the world's third-largest producer of GHG,
with approximately 7% of total global emissions.
'The Independent' reports that India is
the world's third-largest producer of GHG,
with approximately 7% of total global emissions
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Wolverines Threatened With Extinction , Receive Federal Protection.
On November 29, the Biden administration
released a proposal to give the North American
wolverine long-delayed federal protections.
ABC News reports that the proposal comes following warnings by scientists that climate change is likely
to destroy the rare species' snowy mountain habitat.
By the early 1900s, wolverines had been mostly
wiped out across the U.S. as a result of
unregulated hunting and poisoning campaigns.
An estimated 300 surviving wolverines continue
to live in the contiguous U.S. in isolated groups at
high elevations in the northern Rocky Mountains.
Increasing temperatures are expected
to reduce the mountain snowpack, which
wolverines rely on to birth and raise their cubs.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's decision to protect
wolverines comes after over two decades of debate
regarding threats to the species' long-term survival.
According to officials, the new protections are , “due primarily to the ongoing and increasing
impacts of climate change and associated
habitat degradation and fragmentation.”.
ABC reports that wolverines, which resemble
small bears, are the world's largest
species of terrestrial weasels.
A 2020 lawsuit against the Fish and Wildlife Service claimed
that wolverines face extinction due to a combination of
climate change, habitat loss and low genetic diversity. .
Scientists have suggested that some of the species'
losses could be offset if wolverines are allowed to
recolonize in areas like California's Sierra Nevada
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Rodrigo Duterte advocated for pro-China policies. However, Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s presidency brought a shift, aiding the U.S. against China's influence. Biden's engagement with Marcos marks a strategic reset, highlighted by joint naval drills challenging China in the region. The U.S. aims to strengthen ties with the Philippines to counter China's expanding dominance.
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Nasa administrator Bill Nelson said here that the US was ready to collaborate with India in building the country's first space station , if it so desires. Nasa.. IndiaTimes
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Putin urged Russian women to consider having up to eight children, aiming for larger families amid a declining birth rate and substantial casualties from the Ukraine War, exceeding 300,000. He emphasized restoring ancestral traditions and highlighted families' crucial role in society.
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Israel-Hamas Mediators
Work to Extend Truce, , More Captives to Be Freed.
The Israel-Hamas truce agreement was set to expire
on Nov. 29 after being extended for two days.
However, mediators in Qatar are attempting to
secure the release of more captives by prolonging
the cease-fire for another 48 hours, NPR reports. .
On Nov. 29, another 10 Israeli hostages are
expected to be released by Hamas in
exchange for 30 Palestinian prisoners.
On Nov. 29, another 10 Israeli hostages are
expected to be released by Hamas in
exchange for 30 Palestinian prisoners.
The day before, 10 Israelis and two Thai people
were exchanged for 30 Palestinians, NPR reports. .
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
believes that out of the 240 hostages taken
by Hamas last month, 161 are still being
detained by the militant group.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
believes that out of the 240 hostages taken
by Hamas last month, 161 are still being
detained by the militant group.
On Nov. 29, an Israeli official said that
"Israel has consistently said that as long as
more hostages are released, it would address
the possibility of further extending the pauses.".
Hamas reportedly told mediators that
they would agreed to extend the truce
for another four days, NPR reports. .
According to the U.N. Office for the
Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).
"airstrikes, shelling and ground clashes
have largely ceased" since the beginning
of the truce on Nov. 24.
But "exchange of fire reportedly took place between
Israeli forces and Palestinian armed groups in the
Beit Hanoun area, in the north, and Israeli forces reportedly used tank fire at open areas in the south.".
On Nov. 27, U.N. Secretary-General AntĂłnio
Guterres pushed for "a full humanitarian
cease-fire, for the benefit of the people of
Gaza, Israel and the wider region."
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Hamas has invited Elon Musk to Gaza to witness the devastation of the Palestinian territory under Israeli attack after the hi-tech billionaire accompanied Benjamin Netanyahu to inspect a kibbutz targeted by Hamas.
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Talks Continue to Extend , Gaza Ceasefire , Despite Alleged Violations.
'Newsweek' reports that both Israel and Hamas have
accused each other of violating a temporary ceasefire
to allow for the release of additional hostages.
The news comes one day after the
temporary truce, which was mediated by the
United States, Egypt and Qatar, was extended.
Hamas' military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, said that
the group would adhere to the ceasefire as long as
the Israeli Defenses Forces (IDF) respect it as well. .
We are committed to the truce
as long as the enemy has committed
to it, and we call on the mediators
to pressure the occupation to adhere
to all the terms of the truce on
the ground and in the air, Abu Obaida, Al-Qassam Brigades spokesperson, via 'Newsweek'.
The IDF claim that , "three explosive devices were detonated adjacent to IDF
troops in two different locations in the northern Gaza Strip,
violating the framework of the operational pause.".
In one of the locations, terrorists also
opened fire at the troops, who responded
with fire. A number of soldiers were
lightly injured during the incidents. , IDF statement, via 'Newsweek'.
In both incidents, the troops were
located in positions as per the
framework of the operational pause, IDF statement, via 'Newsweek'.
The news comes amid ongoing talks
to further extend the truce which
is set to expire on November 29. .
Since the original ceasefire agreement was reached
last week, 69 hostages have been released by Hamas,
while Israel has released 150 Palestinian prisoners. .
The vast majority of hostages released by both
sides have been women, children and teens.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his administration supports the ceasefire but will continue
its offensive until Hamas is defeated or surrenders. .
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his administration supports the ceasefire but will continue
its offensive until Hamas is defeated or surrenders.
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As the Israel-Gaza war rages on, Israel has reportedly asked Gazans to evacuate Rafah now. Reportedly, the troops have stormed in the Northern Gaza Strip and are making substantial gains. Whereas, Hamas continues its counter-attack by firing more barrages of rockets.
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China criticized the USS Gabrielle Giffords' presence near Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea, denouncing it as a violation of sovereignty. The US Navy defended routine operations, stressing commitment to a free Indo-Pacific amid ongoing tensions.
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As the 2024 Paris Olympics near, a distressing incident occurred near Paris' iconic Eiffel Tower, where a man named Armand Rajabpour-Miyandoab carried out a fatal attack on a 23-year-old German-Filipino citizen. Now, officials have confirmed that the attacker swore allegiance to the Islamist Group.
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Fresh bout of violence erupted in the northeastern state of Manipur on Dec 4, killing at least 13 people. A gunfight erupted between two groups of militants in Manipur's Tengnoupal district. The incident took place at Leithu village on Monday afternoon.
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Join us as Prime Minister Narendra Modi graces the 'Navy Day 2023' festivities in Sindhudurg, Maharashtra. Witness the pride of the nation as he inspects the Guard of Honour at Rajkot Fort. A momentous occasion captured for all to see the strength and valor of our Navy. Stay tuned for highlights and insights from this remarkable event!.
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The Sultan of Oman, Haitham bin Tarik, will visit India, making it the first high-profile visit by an Arab leader since the Israel-Hamas war. Oman is India's.. IndiaTimes
Israeli authorities are investigating claims some investors may have known in advance about the Hamas plan to attack Israel on 7 October and used that.. Sky News
The chief executive of a children's hospital in Israel says the trauma suffered by youngsters released by Hamas is so great they "just don't know how to treat".. Sky News
AAP MP Raghav Chadha says "On 11th August, I was suspended from the Rajya Sabha. I went to the Supreme Court for the revocation of my suspension. Supreme Court took cognizance of this and now my suspension has been revoked after 115 days...I am happy that my suspension has been roved and I want to thank the Supreme Court and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar..."
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Amit Shah, the Union home minister, reminisced about his three months of incarceration in the Sohrabuddin fake encounter case during the birth centenary.. IndiaTimes
The Supreme Court has agreed to examine the question of whether a woman can be booked in a rape case, after a 61-year-old woman filed a plea for anticipatory.. IndiaTimes
The Supreme Court seeks response from the Punjab Police regarding a petition by a 62-year-old woman who is booked on rape charges. The woman's daughter-in-law.. IndiaTimes
Tamil Nadu governor R N Ravi reserving 11 bills for the President's consideration, allegedly in defiance of the cautionary notes sounded by the Supreme Court,.. IndiaTimes
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