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US claims Russia used chemical weapons in Ukraine war
"This is not an isolated incident; rather, it is likely an attempt by Russian forces to dislodge Ukrainian forces from fortified positions and achieve tactical gains on the battlefield," the US Department of State said in a statement on Wednesday, which also named entities associated with Russia's invasion of Ukraine and also referred to the use of such chemicals.Â
Former US security adviser: Iran threatens Arab lives for Israel’s destruction
Additionally, HR McMaster stated that the reduction in the capability of the United Kingdom's armed forces "broke my heart" because nations must "demonstrate strength" to avert further conflict. Former US national security adviser: Iran is prepared to "expend every Arab life" in its quest to eliminate Western influence in the Middle East and annihilate Israel.
US claims Russia suffocating Ukraine with chemicals
The United States has accused Russia of violating international laws prohibiting the use of chemical weapons by employing them as a "method of warfare" in Ukraine. According to State Department officials, Russia achieved "battlefield gains" over Ukraine by employing the choking agent chloropicrin. According to US officials, the allegations were not an "isolated" incident and would violate Russia's signature on the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC).
Four officers killed, four injured in North Carolina shooting
While carrying out an arrest warrant in Charlotte, North Carolina, four law enforcement officers succumbed to fatal gunfire and four others sustained injuries. Police reported that a presumed assailant was discovered deceased in the front yard of a fortified residence following a three-hour standoff. Two additional individuals of interest were detained for interrogation, according to authorities.
NY hush money trial continues with additional testimony
On Tuesday, former President Donald Trump is scheduled to appear in a Manhattan court as his "hush money" criminal trial enters its third week. The proceedings on Tuesday follow a lengthy three-day weekend. The jury selection process occupied the majority of the first week of the case, whereas the prosecution and defense presented opening statements and witness testimony during the second week.
Angered Trump visits swing states on court break
Following a day of rest from his Manhattan criminal trial, Donald Trump resumed his campaign schedule by holding consecutive rallies in two crucial states. In court, the Republican presidential candidate has exhibited signs of agitation or lethargy at times during his arraignment on charges of falsifying business records; he allegedly fell asleep at one point.
Biden criticizes Trump at White House correspondents’ dinner
Joe Biden delivered a succession of scathing jokes about his election rival Donald Trump at a gathering of Washington's political and media elites: "I am running against a six-year-old as an adult."Â On Saturday evening, at the White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) dinner, Biden utilized the event as an opportunity to further his recent trend of challenging Trump with more assertive language, biting sarcasm, and personal jabs.
US penalties fail to halt Israeli settler attacks
On October 13, dozens of Israeli settlers invaded the village of Tajamaa al-Murajaat in the occupied West Bank, much to the terror of Haitham Kaabna and his family. As they assaulted farmers, the settlers, he claims, were protected by the army and carried M16 assault rifles. Settlers pillaged olive groves, vandalized automobiles, and abducted livestock for two weeks. A forced evacuation of approximately 200 Palestinian households from Tajamaa al-Murajaat, located in the Jordan Valley, resulted from the violence.
US Supreme Court considers sending Trump immunity claim back
On Thursday, the United States Supreme Court indicated its willingness to remand Donald Trump's criminal case concerning his endeavors to annul the 2020 election to a lower court. This remand would enable the court to determine whether specific elements of the indictment constituted "official acts" shielded by presidential immunity.Â
BHP acquires Anglo American for £31bn mining transaction
A prospective result of mining giant BHP's £31 billion offer to acquire competitor Anglo American is the formation of the largest copper miner in the world. The world's largest platinum producer, Anglo American, which is listed on the FTSE 100, stated that its much larger Australian competitor, BHP, submitted an "unsolicited, non-binding, and highly conditional" all-share bid for the group.
US weighs fund cut to feared Israeli army unit
It is anticipated that the United States government will isolate Netzah Yehuda and sever its funding, marking the inaugural instance of such an action directed at an Israeli military organization. On the West Bank, the road leading to the village of Jiljiliya is anything but typical. The route is flanked by imposing residences featuring grand gates and opulent embellishments. Because Palestinian Americans return here after years of laborious pursuits in the land of opportunity to construct their ideal homes.
Antony Blinken faces a difficult China tour. Will it help?
Mu Yang, the quarterback, exclaims, "Three, two, one - hut!" as he tosses the ball across the field. Henry Mu, a teammate of his for the Beijing Cyclones, dashes to the corner in an attempt to capture the ball, his studs colliding with the AstroTurf as he leaps. Henry exclaims, "I was astounded to discover American football here." He is momentarily taken a deep breath. "It's very tough, physically and mentally, you must defeat your fear."