On the night of 24 February, I couldn’t sleep, constantly checking Twitter and looking for any signs that the long-predicted Russian invasion would not happen. This night was sleepless for many in Ukraine. I was reloading my newsfeed again and again, reading increasingly disturbing news “the sky above all areas of the eastern Ukrainian border ..
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: “Everything is on fire”: One month since the Russian invasion of Ukraine
Egypt seeks new IMF loan to weather Ukraine war fallout
In the statement, the IMF praised “authorities’ recent actions to expand targeted social protection.”..
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Full Article: Egypt seeks new IMF loan to weather Ukraine war fallout
Got your FIFA World Cup 2022 tickets? Here's everything you need to know
The final draw will take place on April 1, while phase 2 of ticket sales will follow shortly after. FIFA has yet to specify the exact date..
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Full Article: Got your FIFA World Cup 2022 tickets? Here's everything you need to know
India: Denial of bail to Umar Khalid big blow to the right to peaceful protest
Responding to former Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) leader and student activist Umar Khalid being denied bail yet again while facing charges under the draconian Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) simply for peacefully voicing his dissent against the discriminatory Citizenship (Amendment) Act, Amnesty International India’s Chair of Board, Aakar Patel, said: “The repeated denial of bail ..
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Full Article: India: Denial of bail to Umar Khalid big blow to the right to peaceful protest
UKRAINE AND RUSSIA: Amnesty International’s Key Recommendations for EU leaders
Recommendations to European Union leaders ahead of EU Council meeting – Ukraine and Russia..
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Full Article: UKRAINE AND RUSSIA: Amnesty International’s Key Recommendations for EU leaders
Blinken to meet Abu Dhabi Crown Prince during trip to Morocco: State Department
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will meet with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed next week as he makes stops in Israel, Palestine, Morocco and Algeria, the State Department said Thursday.Blinken will start his trip in Israel and Palestine, where he’ll meet top officials from both sides.For the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.He will underscore Washington’s commitment to Israel’s security while discussing the need to preserve the possibility of a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.State Department Spokesman Ned Price said Blinken would also discuss Iran’s destabilizing activities.Blinken will then fly to Morocco to meet with the country’s top officials.“While in Rabat, the Secretary will also meet Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss regional security and international developments,” State Department Spokesman Ned Price said.On the last leg of his trip, Blinken will head to Algeria. While in Algiers, Blinken will inaugurate the United States as the Country of Honor at the Algiers International Trade Fair, the largest trade show of its kind in Africa.“During the course of his trip, the Secretary will emphasize to all of the foreign leaders he meets that the United States stands in solidarity with the government and people of Ukraine in the face of the Kremlin’s aggression,” Price said. “We will continue to work closely with our allies and partners to impose further costs on Putin and his enablers if Putin does not change course.”Read more: ‘I don’t care’ what Biden thinks of me: Saudi Crown Prince
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International Noble Dina naval drill ends near Cyprus
US, Israeli, French, Cypriot and Greek naval forces took part in the joint drill southwest of Cyprus.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: International Noble Dina naval drill ends near Cyprus
'Curse amulet,' likely oldest Hebrew etching, found on Mt. Ebal
New tech enabled archeologists to read the ancient text
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: 'Curse amulet,' likely oldest Hebrew etching, found on Mt. Ebal
Republicans introduce bill opposing a Palestinian consulate in Jerusalem
The non-binding resolution proposed by Republican senators states that the US “should be represented by a single diplomatic mission in Jerusalem.”
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Republicans introduce bill opposing a Palestinian consulate in Jerusalem
Israel votes for UNGA resolution demanding Russia ends Ukraine war
Israel was among 140 countries that voted in support of a resolution demanding an end to the Russia-Ukraine war and calling for civilian protection.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Israel votes for UNGA resolution demanding Russia ends Ukraine war