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The UN's top court, the International Court of Justice, ordered Russia on Wednesday to end its invasion of Ukraine, saying it was “profoundly concerned” by Moscow's use of force. The decision was hailed by Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a “complete victory”.“The Russian Federation must, pending the final decision in the case, suspend the military operations that it commenced on February 24, 2022 in the territory of Ukraine,” pending the final decision in the case, the judges told the International Court of Justice in The Hague.The judges added that Russia must also ensure that other forces under its control or supported by Moscow, including those in Donetsk and Lugansk, should discontinue any military operations against Kyiv.For the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.Zelenskyy said on Twitter: “Ukraine gained a complete victory in its case against Russia at the International Court of Justice. The ICJ ordered to immediately stop the invasion. The order is binding under international law. Russia must comply immediately. Ignoring the order will isolate Russia even further.”The ICJ said in its statement: “The ‘special military operation’ being conducted by Russia has resulted in numerous civilian deaths and injuries. It has also caused significant material damage, including the destruction of buildings and infrastructure. Attacks are ongoing and are creating increasingly difficult living conditions for the civilian population.” It added: “Many persons have no access to the most basic foodstuffs, potable water, electricity, essential medicines or heating. A very large number of people are attempting to flee from the most affected cities under extremely insecure conditions.”Read more:Putin says Russia will achieve goals in Ukraine, won't bow to West‘Close the sky over Ukraine,’ President Zelenskyy urges US CongressRussia’s Lavrov says any Putin-Zelenskyy meeting should be to seal specific deal
Source: Al Arabiya
Full Article: UN top court orders Russia to end Ukraine invasion, Zelenskyy says ‘complete victory’

Established in 1933 with a fleet of five aircrafts, the Star Alliance member Turkish Airlines has a fleet of 372 aircrafts flying to 334 destinations worldwide. As the airline that flies to more countries than any other, Turkish Airlines offers the opportunity of discovering İstanbul, the world’s connecting centre, and its unique wonders with stopover ..
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Full Article: Turkish Airlines invites passengers to discover Istanbul with stopover accommodation services

Do settlements complicate matters? Yes. But are they preventing a two-state solution? Hardly.
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Full Article: Settlements, pay-for-slay: Things that infuriate Ambassador Nides - comment

The former top aide of Benjamin Netanyahu is set to accuse him of abusing his power.
Source: Jerusalem Post
Full Article: Netanyahu trial to hit climax with Filber testimony next week

Part of the 2015 JCPOA Iran deal which the new deal is building on provides for ongoing civil nuclear power cooperation between Russia and Iran.
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Full Article: Iran deal may keep billion-dollar Russia sanctions loophole - Nuke expert

Political sources in Lebanon indicate that the reluctance of prominent Sunni leaders to take part in elections may be a pre-agreed strategy..
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Full Article: Under pressure from Hariri, Siniora withdraws from Lebanon electoral race

The Civil Administration had been in the midst of holding a series of hearings on objections to the plan when it informed the municipality in January that the process had been indefinitely suspended.
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Full Article: Ma'leh Adumim to petition court over Bennett freeze of E1

Civilians in Izium in Kharkiv Region in eastern Ukraine are on the brink of a humanitarian disaster as Russian forces relentlessly bombard the town, new testimony gathered by Amnesty International has revealed. Residents of Izium have been under a constant siege-like situation since 28 February, and warned that diminishing food and water supplies have left them at ..
Source: Albawaba
Full Article: Ukraine: Beleaguered town of Izium at breaking point after constant attack from Russian forces – new testimony

The story of Esther would have taken place in the third year of Xerxes’ reign in 483 BCE, noted Dr. Yigal Bloch, curator of the Bible Lands Museum Jerusalem.
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Full Article: Persian King Xerxes thought to be Biblical Ahasuerus ‘famous example of arrogance’

US President Joe Biden announced Wednesday that he was approving an additional $800 million in security assistance to Ukraine, including anti-aircraft systems and drones.“America is leading this effort together with our allies and partners providing enormous levels of security and humanitarian assistance that we’re adding to today,” Biden said in televised remarks as Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Pentagon Deputy Secretary Kath Hicks and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley stood behind him.For the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.“We’re going to continue to do more in the days and weeks ahead. We’re crippling Putin’s economy with punishing sanctions, that’s going to only grow more painful over time,” Biden added.He said that the principles of what the US and UN stood for were “at stake.”Biden went on: “It’s about freedom. It’s about the right of people to determine their own future. It’s about making sure Ukraine will never be a victory for Putin, no matter what advances he makes on the battlefield.”In a rare detailing of what types of weapons were being transferred, Biden listed the new weapons: 800 anti-aircraft systems, 9,000 anti-armor systems, 7,000 small arms, 20 million rounds of ammunition, and drones.- Developing
Source: Al Arabiya
Full Article: Biden announces 0 mln in new Ukraine aid, includes anti-aircraft weapons, drones