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Putin threatens Russia with nuclear war
Putin, in his capacity as president, has issued a dire threat that Russia will resort to nuclear war if its sovereignty is threatened. The Kremlin chief stated in a recorded interview posted by Russian media on Wednesday that his nation is "military-technical" prepared for a nuclear conflict. His remarks indicate a resumption of nuclear "sabre-rattling," as it was termed a year ago, in the lead-up to the presidential election this weekend.
The Israeli military launches deadly West Bank raids
Palestinian officials reported on Wednesday that Israeli raids in numerous locations in the occupied West Bank resulted in the deaths of at least four individuals, including two minors. Tuesday evening, Israeli forces opened fire on Rami al-Halhuli, 13, a resident of the Shu'fat refugee camp situated in occupied East Jerusalem. The Israeli Border Police accused him of firing pyrotechnics at them.
The British economy recovers to expansion
According to official data, January marked the return of expansion to the British economy. The gross domestic product (GDP), representing all goods and services produced in the United Kingdom, increased by 0.2%, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). It is the first official announcement of economic growth since last month when a recession was officially declared following two consecutive three-month periods of negative growth.
Uneasy calm in Haiti capital as prime minister resigns
Haiti is beset by uncertainty as it awaits the inauguration of a new government in the wake of Prime Minister Ariel Henry's resignation. The decision has been met with approval by the Haitian people, who are weary after months of intensifying gang violence. Even though the security situation in the capital city of Port-au-Prince appeared relatively tranquil on Tuesday, it remains far from resolved.
US sends $300m military aid to Ukraine amid blocks
During his visit to the White House, Polish President Andrzej Duda exerted pressure on Washington, DC, to resolve the impasse and provide Ukraine with billions of dollars in funding during a critical period in the conflict. The United States will provide Ukraine approximately $300 million in military aid while Republicans continue to obstruct a $60 billion funding package for Kyiv.
Boeing whistleblower aimed to reform company culture: family
The Boeing employee-turned-whistleblower whose body was discovered by apparent suicide has been lauded by his solicitors as "a courageous, honourable man of the utmost integrity." A self-inflicted wound appears to have been the cause of death for John Barnett, whom authorities are presently investigating. Two of his lawyers requested that the authorities conduct a thorough investigation into his death.
Paul Alexander dies, lived 70 years in iron lung
Paul Alexander, commonly referred to as "Polio Paul," was rendered incapacitated below the neck after contracting the viral disease in the summer of 1952 at the age of six. He was hurried to the hospital in Texas, where he would spend the remainder of his life after awakening inside the metal cylinder.
Remembering Zakaria, Egypt’s folk music revolutionary giant
The aging-appearing PA system was not designed to handle the enormous volumes of sound produced by the renowned Nile Delta folk music ensemble El Tanbura as they warmed up for a 2019 summer evening performance in the streets of Ismailia. This performance was one of several in the major towns along the Suez Canal that commemorated the group's 30th anniversary.
Andrew Tate can be extradited to UK post-Romania trial
The extradition of controversial influencer Andrew Tate, which the United Kingdom requested, was granted by a Romanian court. However, the court stated that the extradition would be delayed until the conclusion of Tate's criminal trial in Romania. Additionally, the court declared on Tuesday that Tate and his brother Tristan should be immediately released from police custody. Twenty-four hours had passed since the Tates were detained, pending a decision on the arrest warrant issued by the United Kingdom.
UN relief convoy reaches north Gaza via new Israeli land route
According to the United Nations, food has been delivered to northern Gaza via a land route for the first time in three weeks. According to the Israeli military, six World Food Programme transporters breached a gate in the Gaza border fence. It added that the delivery on Tuesday night was "part of a pilot programme to prevent Hamas from seizing control of the aid."
Fireworks, eggs thrown at Amsterdam Holocaust museum opening
Protesting alongside pro-Palestinian individuals, Jews engaged in dissent against Israeli President Isaac Herzog at the inauguration of a novel Holocaust museum. Eggs were hurled, and fireworks were set ablaze as pro-Palestinian demonstrators congregated in Amsterdam to celebrate the opening of the National Holocaust Museum. The visit of the Israeli president to Amsterdam's recently inaugurated National Holocaust Museum has incited demonstrations throughout the city.
UK pledges more money to protect Muslims
The government announced that the United Kingdom will invest an additional 117 million pounds ($150 million) in the protection of Muslim communities. As the Muslim month of Ramadan commenced on Monday, additional funding was disclosed for the purpose of implementing security cameras, alarm systems, and fencing in community centers, mosques, and schools affiliated with the Muslim faith. The action is in response to an increase in hate crimes since the Gaza conflict began in October.