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Russia blames US for civilian deaths, Macron for increasing tensions
Russia has intensified its rhetoric against the West, alleging that the United States is responsible for the alleged use of US-supplied weapons against civilians on its soil in Ukraine, and accusing France of exacerbating tensions throughout Europe. On Friday, Maria Zakharova, a spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that the United States' decision to authorize Ukraine's discharge of US-supplied weapons into Russia last week was "a confession… for the murder of children and women in the Belgorod region."
Houthi-run TV reports US-UK air strikes on Yemen
As the Yemeni group targets shipping channels in the Red Sea, the United States and the United Kingdom have conducted six air strikes against targets in Yemen, according to a television station that is controlled by the Houthis. Al Masirah TV reported that four attacks were directed at the airport of Hodeidah, a major port city on the Red Sea, and the seaport of Salif, which is located to the north of the city. The news outlet also reported that two air assaults occurred in the Al-Thawra region, which is located to the north of the Yemeni capital, Sanaa.
Putin confidently says Europe is ‘defenceless’
Moscow has been engaging in nuclear sabre-rattling since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, delivering a series of not-so-subtle hints that an attempt to defeat a nuclear power like Russia could have disastrous consequences for those who try. Today, President Putin asserted that Russia would not require the use of a nuclear weapon to secure victory in Ukraine. He was interviewed during a panel discussion at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, which is frequently referred to as "Russia's Davos."
UN verifies 11 Houthi-detained staff in Yemen
The United Nations has requested the urgent release of 11 of its personnel who the Houthi movement in Yemen has detained. The employees were brought to various locations throughout the conflict-torn nation as part of a coordinated crackdown. Stéphane Dujarric, the spokesperson for the United Nations, stated that the organization was actively seeking to expedite the safe and unequivocal release of the individuals.
US restores Gaza aid pier damaged by weather
The United States military has declared that it has reinstalled a temporary aid pier in Gaza that had been damaged by inclement weather. The military has stated that humanitarian assistance will be delivered through the floating port in the "coming days." The pier will facilitate the delivery of "much-needed humanitarian aid" to Gaza, the US military's Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on Friday.
Biden apologizes over Ukraine military aid delay
US President Joe Biden has apologized to his counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky for the lengthy delays in military aid to Ukraine and has committed $225 million (£191 million) in support. The pair convened in Paris for discussions a day after they both witnessed the 80th anniversary commemorations of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France. Ammunition and anti-aircraft missiles were included in the new aid package, according to the US Department of Defense.
Britons favor UK breaks for May holiday
During the early May bank holiday, Mastercard purchasing data indicates a substantial increase in spending on home improvements and staycations. During the period, staycation expenditure in Dorset increased by 29% year over year, while it increased by 24% and 13% in Cornwall and Devon, respectively. The most recent Mastercard SpendingPulse insights data indicates that spending on accommodation in London increased by 11% during the bank holiday.
Spain joins South Africa’s ICJ Gaza genocide complaint against Israel
Spain has announced that it will participate in the case filed by South Africa at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The case accuses Israel of violating its obligations under the Genocide Convention in its assault on the Gaza Strip. Jose Manuel Albares, the Spanish Foreign Minister, announced Thursday, "We have made this decision considering the ongoing military operation in Gaza."
Israel says aircraft targeting ‘Hamas compound’ damaged a Gaza school
After striking a UN-run school that was being used as a shelter and an adjacent home, two attacks in Nuseirat, central Gaza, resulted in the deaths of dozens of individuals. According to local officials, a school in Gaza was the target of an Israeli airstrike that resulted in the deaths of numerous individuals, including minors. Israel claimed that it was aiming to destroy a "Hamas compound" when it struck the school-turned-shelter.
‘Up to 100’ murdered in RSF Sudan village attack
Local pro-democracy activists have reported that the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have conducted an attack on a village in central Sudan, resulting in the deaths of "up to 100" individuals. The Wad Madani Resistance Committees reported on social media late on Wednesday that the RSF, which has been at war with the regular army for over a year, attacked the village of Wad al-Noura in Gezira state "in two waves" and deployed heavy artillery.
A pipe feeding China’s highest waterfall is discovered by a hiker
A controversy surrounding a waterfall in China has triggered a social media storm, which has even prompted an explanation from the water body. A hiker uploaded a video demonstrating that the water flowing from Yuntai Mountain Waterfall, which is touted as China's tallest uninterrupted waterfall, was sourced from a conduit affixed to the rock face. Since its initial posting on Monday, the film has garnered over 70,000 likes.
How has the US antiwar movement changed since 1967-1968?
Schools have concluded, and summer vacations have been established. However, suppose the past is any indication of the future. In that case, demonstrations will erupt once more on university campuses in the United States this autumn, accompanied by the unavoidable violence and arrests that will inevitably result if Israel continues its assault on Gaza.