He was speaking at an Assembly meeting convened following the use of veto by Russia at the Security Council earlier this month. The negative vote by the permanent Council member prevented the adoption of a draft resolution that would have strengthened measures to protect civilians and increase humanitarian access across Sudan. The country has been […]
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An alleged animal-rights extremist on the US most-wanted terrorist list since 2009 in connection with the bombing of a California biotechnology firm has been arrested in the United Kingdom, the FBI said on Tuesday. The suspect, Daniel Andreas San Diego, was arrested in Wales on Monday in an operation carried out by Britain’s National Crime […]
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A growing number of Democratic lawmakers are urging President Joe Biden to take additional steps to reform marijuana policy, calling for a reduction in federal marijuana prosecutions before the end of his term. The calls come after Biden’s previous moves, including the rescheduling of marijuana and issuing pardons for individuals convicted of nonviolent marijuana offenses, […]
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In a significant development for the Middle East, Israel has officially agreed to a ceasefire with Lebanon’s Hezbollah, a major step in de-escalating the violence between the two parties. The deal, which was brokered with the support of the United States, has raised questions about the feasibility and necessity of similar peace efforts in Gaza, […]
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) on the successful revitalization of the Port Harcourt Refinery, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. On November 26, 2024, the refinery officially commenced the loading of petroleum products, signaling a new phase in Nigeria’s efforts to restore domestic […]
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The Department of the Treasury today imposed sanctions on five Mexican individuals associated with the Gulf Cartel, one of Mexico’s most dangerous criminal organizations, for involvement in criminal activities associated with illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, human smuggling, and narcotics trafficking in the Gulf of Mexico. Under the Maritime Security and Fisheries Enforcement (SAFE) […]
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In a significant development, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has secured approval from the Israeli cabinet for a ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah, following weeks of intense fighting. The deal, brokered by the United States, could bring an end to nearly 14 months of hostilities between Israel and the Iran-backed Lebanese militant group. Netanyahu had earlier […]
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Israel’s security cabinet has approved a draft ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah, signaling a potential pause in the escalating conflict between Israeli forces and the Iran-backed Lebanese militant group. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to present the ceasefire proposal to Israel’s full Cabinet for approval, a critical step in ending the fighting that has intensified […]
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Thai authorities have successfully taken down two sophisticated fraud operations in what is being dubbed “Operation Bridge Blast.” These scams, involving both SMS blasting and VoIP-based call centers, targeted victims across the globe using cutting-edge technologies. This breakthrough highlights the growing technological sophistication of cybercriminals and the increasing challenges faced by authorities in combating such […]
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In a powerful show of unity, Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have strongly reiterated their support for Ukraine, as Russia’s increasing military ties with North Korea fuel fears of further escalation in the ongoing conflict. The vote, which followed a speech by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, underscored the EU’s commitment to bolstering Ukraine’s defense […]
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