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First UK jet evacuating British people lands in Cyprus as PM calls next 24 hours ‘extremely vital’

Rishi Sunak offers "many more" British citizen evacuation flights if a three-day ceasefire holds. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak stated that the next 24 hours are "absolutely critical" for the evacuation of British nationals. As the first flight transporting British civilians out of Sudan has landed in Cyprus. A passenger aircraft carrying...

Afghan Taliban are willing to assist the US in combating IS.

The Afghan Taliban are eager to join with the US to fight IS because extremists threaten their powerbase. The Afghan government has been fighting IS since August 2021, when it took power following a 20-year conflict with the United States and its allies, according to a report citing US defense...

South Africa shooting: 10 family members killed ‘as they were sleeping’

The shooting took place in the KwaZulu-Natal province's eastern metropolis of Pietermaritzburg. Unknown is the motive for the murders. Ten members of the same family, including seven women, were gunned down by assailants in a South African home, according to police. Friday's shooting took place in the KwaZulu-Natal province's eastern metropolis...

After Ramadan, Muslims celebrate Eid al Fitr worldwide.

After Ramadan, Muslims commemorate Eid al Fitr with a day of prayers, feasts, and family visits. Cities including Damascus, Baghdad, and Beirut were congested with worshippers on their way to mosques and cemeteries. Muslims around the globe are currently commemorating Eid al Fitr. Muslims commemorate Eid al Fitr with a day...

Sudanese paramilitary group agrees to 72-hour ceasefire after US verifies death of citizen.

The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese military have been engaged in six days of combat since tensions over the country's transition to civilian rule erupted into violence. The paramilitary group fighting the Sudanese army has consented to a 72-hour "complete ceasefire" as the United States confirmed that one...

The NATO allies ‘agree Ukraine will join’

Throughout the war, Jens Stoltenberg has repeatedly vowed that Ukraine will join NATO. In the meantime, the Kremlin maintains that this is one of the objectives of its conflict in Ukraine. According to Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, all NATO allies have concurred that Ukraine will join. Ahead of a meeting of...

Yemen Ramazan cash distribution crash kills 85, injures hundreds

At least 85 people were killed and hundreds more were injured in a crash at a Ramadan cash distribution in Yemen early Thursday morning, as the impoverished country witnessed one of its worst tragedies just as optimism was growing regarding its bloody civil war. Large crowds congregated at a school...

Apple launches first India store as enthusiasts take photos with vintage devices.

On Tuesday, approximately 300 people lined up at Apple's store in Mumbai as admirers took selfies with Chief Executive Tim Cook, who opened the company's first retail store in India, highlighting the significance of its market. A magnificent opening party with local music and folk dancers drew people from throughout...

Qatar and UAE are working to restore diplomatic ties.

Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are restoring diplomatic ties and reopening embassies, according to two officials. More than two years after Arab states terminated a boycott of Doha that had fractured the Western-aligned Gulf Arab bloc. "The activation of diplomatic ties, which will include the reopening of embassies,...

Evan Gershkovich: Russian-arrested US journalist appears in court

The appeal of American journalist Evan Gershkovich against his pre-trial detention was denied by a Russian court. On Tuesday, he appeared in court in Moscow, marking his first public appearance in weeks. While working for the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), he was detained and charged with espionage in Yekaterinburg. Mr. Gershkovich stood...

The appeal of Wall Street Journal correspondent Evan Gershkovich’s pre-trial detention was denied.

The 31-year-old journalist has not been seen since his March 29 imprisonment. Russia has accused him of attempting to gain access to classified information about an arms manufacturer. The appeal of Wall Street Journal correspondent Evan Gershkovich's pre-trial detention was denied by a Russian court. The reporter was arrested in Moscow's...

Sudan army and paramilitaries ‘accept 24-hour ceasefire’ as death toll increases.

After an American embassy convoy was fired upon on Monday, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken called the commander of the Rapid Support Forces and Sudan's army chief. The Sudanese army and paramilitaries have reportedly consented to a 24-hour ceasefire in the violence that has killed at least 185 people...

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Manufacturing firms ordered to ‘raise red flag’ in Russia sanctions probe

It is stated at a parliamentary hearing that British businesses that are jubilant over a surge in sales to Eurasia countries down the pub ought to be investigating the cause of that increase.  A sanctions expert advised members of parliament that British manufacturers exporting goods to nations amicable to Russia ought to "raise a red flag" if their sales increase dramatically.

A ‘horrific’ sword assault in north-east London kills a 14-year boy

A fourteen-year-old boy was fatally wounded and four others were injured in east London due to an assault by a man brandishing a sword; two police officers received severe injuries.  Tuesday shortly before 7 a.m., the Metropolitan police were dispatched to Thurlow Gardens, near the Hainault underground station, "on reports of a vehicle being driven into a house." At that time, the man, 36, was reportedly apprehended.

Peter Andre talks 90s hair and kids’ reaction to music

Peter Andre asserts that he conceived the renowned sleeveless lagoon dance for his hit single Mysterious Girl from the 1990s. "While we were climbing up a waterfall for the music video for the worldwide hit, I said to my companions, 'Guys, this looks like a great location,' because I was involved in developing this entire image''.

Netanyahu: Israel to invade Rafah; ceasefire talks ongoing

Amid shaky ongoing armistice negotiations, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed his pledge that Israel will launch a ground assault on Rafah in southern Gaza.  Netanyahu stated on Tuesday that Israel will "completely destroy" the Hamas battalions in the region, "deal or no deal," to end the nearly seven-month conflict.