Israeli Reactions Following the International Criminal Court (ICC) issuing arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas leader Ibrahim al-Masri, several Israeli officials voiced strong opposition. Netanyahu condemned the court’s decision, calling it a “dark day” and accusing the ICC of becoming an enemy of humanity. He characterized the move as an “antisemitic step” aimed at deterring Israel’s right to defend itself. Former Defence Minister Gallant rejected the notion that Israel should be denied the right to defend itself, stating that the attempt to deny Israel its just war would fail. President Isaac…
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ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Israeli and Hamas Leaders The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas leader Ibrahim Al-Masri, accusing them of war crimes and crimes against humanity in connection with the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The ICC believes there is sufficient evidence that Netanyahu and Gallant were responsible for acts such as murder, persecution, and starvation as part of a “widespread and systematic attack against the civilian population of Gaza.” War Crimes Allegations Against Israeli Leaders The ICC judges specifically pointed to the blockade…
Russia Fires New Missile at Dnipro Russia launched a hypersonic intermediate-range ballistic missile at Ukraine’s Dnipro city on Thursday, marking an escalation in the ongoing 33-month war. The missile, referred to as “Oreshnik” (the hazel), was fired in response to Ukraine’s recent use of Western-made weapons to strike Russian territory. Russian President Vladimir Putin confirmed the missile strike on a Ukrainian military facility and warned that more such attacks could follow. He stated that civilians would be warned in advance of future missile strikes. Escalation in the Conflict Putin described the missile launch as a direct response to Ukraine’s recent…
New Russian Missile Fired at Ukraine The United States believes that Russia has launched a new intermediate-range ballistic missile in its recent attack on Ukraine. According to the U.S. military, this missile is based on the design of Russia’s RS-26 Rubezh intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). U.S. officials indicated that the missile is experimental, with Russia likely possessing only a small number of them. Missile Design and Potential Modifications Initially, Ukraine’s air force mistook the missile for an ICBM, raising concerns about the escalation of the conflict. However, the missile was classified as an intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM), which, while less…
Increased Demand for Dollars Due to Trade Uncertainty As global trade tensions rise, Chinese companies are amassing more dollars and adopting measures to protect themselves from potential currency risks. Many exporters are pricing contracts in yuan and opening new import lines to manage exposure to fluctuations in the exchange rate. The focus is shifting toward new markets in Asia, Latin America, and Africa as businesses brace for long-term trade disruptions, largely driven by tensions with the U.S. Dollar Holdings Surge Amid Economic Concerns The dollar’s value has risen by about 2% against the yuan since the U.S. elections on November…
Israeli Strikes Kill 47 in Eastern Lebanon At least 47 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes on eastern Lebanon on Thursday, according to a Lebanese official. The strikes are part of Israel’s ongoing campaign against Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group operating in the region. The attacks targeted the Baalbek region, which lies near the Syrian border and is a stronghold of Hezbollah. Local officials reported that 22 others were injured, and rescue operations were underway. U.S. Mediator Discusses Ceasefire Progress U.S. mediator Amos Hochstein, who visited Lebanon earlier in the week, met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense…
Dollar Strengthens on Jobless Claims Data The U.S. dollar rose to its highest level in 13 months on Thursday, boosted by recent labor market data and comments from Federal Reserve officials. Investors closely analyzed the latest initial jobless claims report and the Fed’s outlook on interest rates, contributing to the dollar’s surge. Weekly jobless claims fell by 6,000 to a seasonally adjusted 213,000, marking a seven-month low, and came in below the expected 220,000. This data suggests a rebound in job growth after disruptions from hurricanes and labor strikes. However, the report also highlighted some labor market slack, as unemployment…
Policy Shift Following North Korea’s Involvement President Joe Biden has reversed his stance on restricting Ukraine’s use of U.S. missiles in Russian territory, allowing Ukraine to fire long-range ATACMS missiles into deeper parts of Russia. This decision was influenced by Russia’s deployment of North Korean soldiers to the conflict, particularly in the Kursk region, and was compounded by the recent election victory of Donald Trump, who has been critical of U.S. support for Ukraine. This shift aims to bolster Ukraine’s defense and prevent any potential reduction in U.S. assistance under a future Trump administration. Trump’s Election Impact on U.S. Strategy…
Overview of the Charges Gautam Adani, the billionaire chairman of the Adani Group, is facing criminal charges in the U.S. over his alleged involvement in a massive bribery and fraud scheme. The charges stem from his alleged role in conspiring to pay $265 million in bribes to Indian government officials to secure contracts, including the development of India’s largest solar power plant. Adani is charged with foreign bribery, securities fraud, and wire fraud conspiracy. Details of the Alleged Scheme According to the U.S. indictment, Adani and his co-defendants allegedly agreed to pay over $250 million in bribes to Indian officials…
Imran Khan Insists on Immediate Release to Call Off Protest Informal negotiations between the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership and the government have reached an impasse. A source close to the talks revealed that PTI chairman Imran Khan has demanded his immediate release from jail by Friday to cancel the planned November 24 protest march to Islamabad. However, the government has not agreed to this demand, offering only vague assurances about potential relief for the former prime minister in the near future. Government’s Proposal for Public Rally In response, the government suggested that PTI hold a public rally in Sangjani and…
