Larry Lee
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Israeli Strike Reportedly Kills Hezbollah Media Chief
Mohammed Afif, the spokesperson and media relations chief for Hezbollah, was reportedly killed on Sunday in an Israeli airstrike targeting central Beirut, according to Lebanese security sources. 
Mohammed Afif, the spokesperson and media relations chief for Hezbollah, was reportedly killed on Sunday in an Israeli airstrike targeting central Beirut, according to Lebanese security sources. -
Austria Grapples with Russian Gas Supply Cutoff Amid Energy Tensions
Austria's energy landscape took a dramatic turn as Gazprom halted its natural gas deliveries to Austrian energy company OMV on Saturday, following a dispute over an arbitration award. This development, confirmed by Austrian officials, raises new questions about European energy security during the ongoing crisis sparked by Russia's war in Ukraine. 
Austria's energy landscape took a dramatic turn as Gazprom halted its natural gas deliveries to Austrian energy company OMV on Saturday, following a dispute over an arbitration award. This development, confirmed by Austrian officials, raises new questions about European energy security during the ongoing crisis sparked by Russia's war in Ukraine. -
Israeli Airstrikes Kill Medics in Southern Lebanon Amid Renewed Ceasefire Efforts
Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday killed at least two medics and injured several others, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry, marking another deadly escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The attacks targeted emergency response teams in the towns of Kfartebnit and Borj Rahal near Tyre, as well as areas in Beirut's southern suburbs. Two additional medics remain unaccounted for. 
Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday killed at least two medics and injured several others, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry, marking another deadly escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The attacks targeted emergency response teams in the towns of Kfartebnit and Borj Rahal near Tyre, as well as areas in Beirut's southern suburbs. Two additional medics remain unaccounted for. -
Zelensky Sees Faster End to War Under Trump, Seeks Diplomatic Path
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his hope to end the war with Russia next year through diplomatic channels, coinciding with the anticipated return of Donald Trump to the U.S. presidency. In an interview with Ukrainian broadcaster Suspilne, Zelensky said he believes Trump's policies and his administration's approach will accelerate the conflict's resolution. 
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his hope to end the war with Russia next year through diplomatic channels, coinciding with the anticipated return of Donald Trump to the U.S. presidency. In an interview with Ukrainian broadcaster Suspilne, Zelensky said he believes Trump's policies and his administration's approach will accelerate the conflict's resolution. -
Scholz Presses Putin to End Ukraine War in First Direct Call Since 2022; Zelensky Warns Against Isolation Tactic
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke directly with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday for the first time in nearly two years, urging the Russian leader to end the war in Ukraine and withdraw his troops. The hour-long call, confirmed by German government spokesperson Steffen Hebestreit, saw Scholz pressing Putin for negotiations aimed at achieving a "just and lasting peace." 
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke directly with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday for the first time in nearly two years, urging the Russian leader to end the war in Ukraine and withdraw his troops. The hour-long call, confirmed by German government spokesperson Steffen Hebestreit, saw Scholz pressing Putin for negotiations aimed at achieving a "just and lasting peace." -
Iran Backs Lebanon in Ceasefire Talks as Israel Escalates Strikes
Lebanon's caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati has appealed to Iran for assistance in securing a ceasefire in the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. This request, made during a meeting with Ali Larijani, a senior adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, highlights the urgent efforts to prevent further deterioration of hostilities along the Israel-Lebanon border. Larijani's visit comes amid heightened U.S. diplomatic activity pushing both sides toward a ceasefire after more than 13 months of hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah. 
Lebanon's caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati has appealed to Iran for assistance in securing a ceasefire in the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. This request, made during a meeting with Ali Larijani, a senior adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, highlights the urgent efforts to prevent further deterioration of hostilities along the Israel-Lebanon border. Larijani's visit comes amid heightened U.S. diplomatic activity pushing both sides toward a ceasefire after more than 13 months of hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah. -
Ukraine Denies Secret Nuclear Weapon Plan
Ukraine has strongly dismissed claims suggesting it could be just months away from developing a nuclear weapon as a last-resort measure against Russia. The allegations, which originated from a report by the Centre for Army, Conversion and Disarmament Studies-a Ukrainian military think tank-have sparked significant debate. According to the report, Kyiv could construct a rudimentary nuclear device using spent nuclear fuel from its nine operational power plants, potentially positioning such a move as a bargaining chip against Russian aggression. 
Ukraine has strongly dismissed claims suggesting it could be just months away from developing a nuclear weapon as a last-resort measure against Russia. The allegations, which originated from a report by the Centre for Army, Conversion and Disarmament Studies-a Ukrainian military think tank-have sparked significant debate. According to the report, Kyiv could construct a rudimentary nuclear device using spent nuclear fuel from its nine operational power plants, potentially positioning such a move as a bargaining chip against Russian aggression. -
U.S. Opts Not to Limit Military Aid to Israel Amid Gaza Aid Concerns
The Biden administration announced Tuesday that it will not impose restrictions on military assistance to Israel despite only limited progress in expanding humanitarian aid access to Gaza. 
The Biden administration announced Tuesday that it will not impose restrictions on military assistance to Israel despite only limited progress in expanding humanitarian aid access to Gaza. -
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby Resigns Amid Sex Abuse Scandal
Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury and spiritual leader of the global Anglican Communion, announced his resignation Tuesday following an independent investigation that found he failed to report serial physical and sexual abuse by a volunteer at Christian summer camps. The report concluded that Welby became aware of the abuse in 2013 but did not notify the authorities, sparking outrage and intensifying calls for accountability within the Church of England. 
Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury and spiritual leader of the global Anglican Communion, announced his resignation Tuesday following an independent investigation that found he failed to report serial physical and sexual abuse by a volunteer at Christian summer camps. The report concluded that Welby became aware of the abuse in 2013 but did not notify the authorities, sparking outrage and intensifying calls for accountability within the Church of England. -
Kim Jong Un Ratifies Major Military Treaty with Putin Amid Escalating War
North Korea has officially ratified a major defense agreement with Russia, signaling a deepening military alliance between the two countries that could escalate the ongoing war in Ukraine. The "Comprehensive Strategic Partnership" treaty, first signed in June by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin, requires mutual military aid and cooperation across various sectors. 
North Korea has officially ratified a major defense agreement with Russia, signaling a deepening military alliance between the two countries that could escalate the ongoing war in Ukraine. The "Comprehensive Strategic Partnership" treaty, first signed in June by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin, requires mutual military aid and cooperation across various sectors.
