Global Tensions Rise Amid Multiple Conflicts and Crisis

The Israeli military announced that the remains of the Israeli hostage taken in Gaza have been found, marking the completion of the return of all hostages taken from Gaza under a ceasefire agreement. According to Arab media, the release of hostages from Gaza as part of the ceasefire agreement was conditional upon the release of Palestinians from Israeli prisons. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi spoke to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman over the phone. An alleged plot to attack the Israeli embassy in Baku, Azerbaijan, was foiled. The value of the Iranian currency has reached a record low, with Iranian rial now worth about 15 million against the US dollar. Egypt’s Dar al-Ifta has banned the use of artificial intelligence applications for Quranic interpretation. Former British Chancellor Sajid Javid sparked controversy by opposing the entry of individuals like his parents into the UK. Australia is facing intense heat, with temperatures reaching almost 49 degrees Celsius, while most of the world is experiencing severe cold. The UN’s special representative for Afghanistan’s human rights, Richard Bennett, has warned of the severe consequences of the new law. An investigation by Arab media revealed that the Israeli military bulldozed homes and agricultural land in the city of Beit Hanoun in northern Gaza, despite the ceasefire. US President Donald Trump has increased tariffs on South Korean goods to 25% from 15%, citing the South Korean parliament’s failure to timely ratify a trade agreement with the US. Severe winter warnings have been issued for nearly 20 million people in 44 states, while emergency declarations have been made in 24 states. Kata’ib Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed organization in Iraq, warned of a full-scale war in the region if Iran is attacked. A 24-year-old Indian woman in Bangalore took her own life due to harassment related to dowry demands. The US has accused the European Union of indirectly funding the Russian-Ukrainian war by signing a free trade agreement with India. Mark Rutte, the leader of the European Parliament, has said that if anyone thinks Europe can protect itself without the US, they are “dreaming.” The Punjab police in India have arrested the parents of notorious gangster Goldy Brar in a 2024 extortion case. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi spoke to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman over the phone. Former British Chancellor Sajid Javid sparked controversy by opposing the entry of individuals like his parents into the UK. In a landmark judgment, a Hyderabad court acquitted Akash Insari in a murder case. Bollywood stars Krity Sen and Dhanush’s film “Tere Ishq Mein” has faced backlash on social media for distorting educational facts. Research scholars have termed the film a “joke.” Renowned Bollywood singer Arijit Singh has announced his retirement from playback singing. Police have filed a case against eight people based on complaints of family disputes and violence.