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Step Up Pressure on Iran's Proxies
Tehran’s direct attack on Israel demonstrates the urgency of defeating the Axis of Resistance.The Wall Street Journal - World - Iran -
US to withdraw from Niger after security pact fails in strategic victory for Russia
Biden administration to rethink counter-terrorism strategy after breakdown of pact allowing US forces on soil to fight jihadists. The US will withdraw more than 1,000 military personnel from Niger in a move that will force the Biden administration ...The Guardian - World - Russia -
Biden assures Zelensky US will 'quickly provide' security package after it clears Congress
President Biden on Monday spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to assure him the United States will provide more aid as soon as the Senate passes the national security package, the White House announced. Biden on Monday told Zelensky ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Hamas's political leadership is looking to move from its base in Qatar, as U.S. legislators build pressure on the Gulf state to deliver on cease-fire negotiations that look likely to fail.
Hamas’s political leadership is looking to move from its base in Qatar, as U.S. legislators build pressure on the Gulf state to deliver on cease-fire negotiations that look likely to fail.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Iran's president arrives in Pakistan for 3-day visit amid tight security
Iranian and Pakistani leaders vowed to strengthen economic and security cooperation as the two countries seek to smooth over a diplomatic riftABC News - World - Pakistan -
Explosion Hits Iraqi Military Base Used by Iran-backed Armed Group
It was unclear who carried out the attack in Babylon Province, south of Baghdad.The New York Times - World -
Damage seen at Iran air base after Friday's Israeli attack
Satellite imagery analysis by BBC Verify reveals damage from Friday's Israeli strike on IranBBC News - Top stories - Israel -
Iran's supreme leader praises armed forces after attacks on Israel
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Pakistan, Iran vow to mend ties, enhance trade after airstrikes
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UK expected to appoint national security adviser as ambassador to US
Opposition Labour party vows to rethink the appointment if it wins the general electionFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
FirstFT: US Senate passes $95bn bill including Ukraine security aid
Also in today’s newsletter, UK water companies’ data shortage and Mandela legacy disaffectionFinancial Times - World - Ukraine -
BlackRock steps up security for Larry Fink after ‘anti-woke’ backlash
Asset manager’s chief has become a popular target for criticism over its ESG investing stanceFinancial Times - Business -
Iraq investigates a blast at a base of Iran-allied militias that killed 1. US denies involvement
Iraqi authorities say they are investigating an explosion that struck a base belonging to the Popular Mobilization Forces, a coalition of Iran-allied militias, overnight, killing one person and injuring eightABC News - World - Iran -
If you use these 3 phrases, you’re more resilient and secure than most, psychologists say
Psychologists recommend using these three phrases to strengthen your mental toughness, and become a more resilient and secure person.CNBC - Business -
New economic corridor planned to link Turkey to Gulf via Iraq
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WATCH: Clearwater police rescue woman struggling in Gulf of Mexico
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Kidnapping suspect arrested after home security camera shows woman carried away
A kidnapping suspect has been arrested after video on an Oregon home security camera appeared to show a woman being carried away against her will.ABC News - Top stories -
US House approves $61bn in military aid for Ukraine after months of stalling
Ukrainian president thanks America after Speaker Mike Johnson secures bipartisan support for funding Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. After months of stalling, the US House of Representatives finally approved more than $61bn worth of military ...The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
TikTok says it will fight US ban or forced sale after bill passes
Platform’s future in US in doubt after House approves bill ordering Bytedance to sell stake. TikTok has said it will fight any ban or forced sale of the app’s US operation in the courts, after the House of Representatives passed legislation ...The Guardian - World - Tiktok -
Cass review needs 'careful consideration' - minister
Jenny Minto makes a statement after the publication of a landmark review of gender services in England.BBC News - Top stories -
Swedish customs seize around 1.4 tons of cocaine in one of the country's largest-ever drug busts
A Swedish customs official has told local media the group made one of the country’s biggest-ever cocaine seizures after confiscating around 1.4 tons of the drug last week in a port near StockholmABC News - World -
Biden signs bill extending a key US surveillance program after divisions nearly forced it to lapse
President Joe Biden has signed legislation reauthorizing a key U.S. surveillance law after divisions over whether the FBI should be restricted from using the program to search for Americans’ data nearly forced the statute to lapseABC News - Tech - Joe Biden -
Lab chief faces sentencing in Michigan 12 years after fatal US meningitis outbreak
The head of a specialty pharmacy will be sentenced in Michigan for 11 deaths more than a decade ago that were tied to tainted steroidsABC News - Health -
Bennett says House might be 'putting division behind us' after foreign aid bill
Correction: This story was updated to reflect that Michael Bennett is a Senator. Sen. Michael Bennett (D-Colo.) on Sunday expressed optimism that the House could move past its policy divisions following the chamber's bipartisan support for a ...The Hill - Politics -
After $1.5 billion was spent, the centerpiece of Paris' Olympic efforts may still be too filthy to use
With less than 100 days to go before the Paris 2024 Olympic games in France, concerns about pollution in Paris' Seine river are being raised.NBC News - Top stories -
Ex-Smiths chief set for pay bump after quitting UK conglomerate for smaller US group
Paul Keel in line for multimillion-dollar pay rise despite jumping to a company half Smiths’ sizeFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
After $1.5 billion was spent, the centerpiece of Paris' Olympic efforts may still be too filthy to use
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US Senate passes $95bn in aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
The Senate, in a bipartisan super-majority, overwhelmingly voted to advance the measure, which Joe Biden is expected to sign. The US Senate voted resoundingly on Tuesday to approve $95bn in aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, as a bipartisan ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
Who pulls the strings of power in Iran?
Military confrontation with Israel highlights dominance of Ali Khamenei and Revolutionary GuardsFinancial Times - Business -
Who pulls the strings of power in Iran?
Military confrontation with Israel highlights dominance of Ali Khamenei and Revolutionary GuardsFinancial Times - World -
Ukraine tightens pressure on fighting age men abroad
Ukraine suspends consular services for men aged 18 to 60 as it aims to boost numbers in the military.BBC News - Top stories - Ukraine -
Iran appears to downplay Israeli missile strike
Senior U.S. officials confirmed that Israeli missiles struck Iran Friday morning, but little else is known about the extent of the attack or any potential damage. Both countries appear to be downplaying the strikes, suggesting an effort to ...CBS News - World - Iran -
Fears Over Iran Buoy Netanyahu at Home. For Now.
Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, lost considerable support after the Hamas-led Oct. 7 attacks on Israel. Tensions with Iran have helped him claw some of it back.The New York Times - World - Iran -
Iran on Edge Amid Airstrikes, Crackdowns and Fear of War
Facing deep economic troubles and a restive population, the government seems to have adopted a policy of declaring victory over Israel and cracking down at home, analysts say.The New York Times - Top stories - Iran -
April 18, 2024 - Iran targeted in aerial attack
Israel has carried out a strike inside Iran, according to a US official.CNN - Top stories - Iran -
Israel Is Right to Ignore Biden's Advice on Iran
The country should re-establish the deterrence the U.S. dissolved.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Iran on Edge Amid Airstrikes, Crackdowns and Fear of War
Facing deep economic troubles and a restive population, the government seems to have adopted a policy of declaring victory over Israel and cracking down at home, analysts say.The New York Times - World - Iran -
Why Hizbollah was sidelined in Iran-Israel clashes
Though regional hostilities recently hit their most dangerous level, militant group’s participation remained largely symbolicFinancial Times - Business - Israel -
EU ministers discuss Ukraine support and Iran sanctions
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Israel-Iran: A sigh of relief in the Middle East?
This round of the regions most dangerous rivalry appears to be over, for nowBBC News - Top stories - Israel