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US Warns Israel Against Escalating Conflict with Hezbollah
The Biden administration has issued a stark warning to Israel about the risks of expanding its conflict with Hezbollah, the Lebanese militant group, cautioning that such actions could inadvertently draw Iran into the fray. This warning comes even as Israeli officials have indicated they are ready for a potential operation against Hezbollah, having completed preparations if such an action becomes necessary. 
The Biden administration has issued a stark warning to Israel about the risks of expanding its conflict with Hezbollah, the Lebanese militant group, cautioning that such actions could inadvertently draw Iran into the fray. This warning comes even as Israeli officials have indicated they are ready for a potential operation against Hezbollah, having completed preparations if such an action becomes necessary. -
Biden Apologizes to Zelensky for Military Aid Delay Amid Ongoing Conflict
President Joe Biden on Friday expressed regret to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for the protracted delay in U.S. military assistance, which had allowed Russia to make significant gains on the battlefield. This apology came during a meeting in Paris, a day after both leaders attended the 80th anniversary events of D-Day in Normandy. 
President Joe Biden on Friday expressed regret to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for the protracted delay in U.S. military assistance, which had allowed Russia to make significant gains on the battlefield. This apology came during a meeting in Paris, a day after both leaders attended the 80th anniversary events of D-Day in Normandy. -
Putin Threatens Retaliation by Arming West’s Adversaries
Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested that Russia might begin supplying weapons to adversaries of Western nations, further stoking global tensions. This declaration follows the recent decision by the United States and its European allies to allow Ukraine to utilize their weapons against Russian territory. Putin's warning also included a renewed threat of nuclear action, asserting that Western assumptions about Russia's restraint are misguided. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested that Russia might begin supplying weapons to adversaries of Western nations, further stoking global tensions. This declaration follows the recent decision by the United States and its European allies to allow Ukraine to utilize their weapons against Russian territory. Putin's warning also included a renewed threat of nuclear action, asserting that Western assumptions about Russia's restraint are misguided. -
Why Did Modi 'Fail'? Oligarchs Prosper While Common Citizens Struggle
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) faced an unexpected defeat in the recent elections, despite previously enjoying robust support from voters. This shift is seen as a result of widespread economic discontent among the populace, particularly in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state. 
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) faced an unexpected defeat in the recent elections, despite previously enjoying robust support from voters. This shift is seen as a result of widespread economic discontent among the populace, particularly in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state. -
Israeli Airstrike on Gaza School Kills Dozens Amid Ceasefire Negotiations
An Israeli airstrike targeted a United Nations-run school in central Gaza on Thursday, reportedly killing dozens of civilians, including women and children. The Israeli military claimed the strike was aimed at Hamas fighters allegedly using the facility as a command post. 
An Israeli airstrike targeted a United Nations-run school in central Gaza on Thursday, reportedly killing dozens of civilians, including women and children. The Israeli military claimed the strike was aimed at Hamas fighters allegedly using the facility as a command post. -
Kremlin Declares US an Enemy as Tensions Over Ukraine Escalate
The Kremlin has officially labeled the United States as an "enemy" for the first time. 
The Kremlin has officially labeled the United States as an "enemy" for the first time. -
Tensions Escalate as South Korea Resumes Military Activities in Response to North Korean Balloon Campaign
Tensions between North and South Korea have sharply escalated as South Korea moves to suspend a key military agreement and resume front-line military activities. This decision comes in response to North Korea's recent provocative actions, including launching balloons carrying trash into South Korean territory. 
Tensions between North and South Korea have sharply escalated as South Korea moves to suspend a key military agreement and resume front-line military activities. This decision comes in response to North Korea's recent provocative actions, including launching balloons carrying trash into South Korean territory. -
Japan's Birth Rate Hits Record Low for Eighth Consecutive Year, Tokyo Falls Below 1.0
Amid efforts for economic recovery, Japan's aging population remains one of the government's most pressing challenges. 
Amid efforts for economic recovery, Japan's aging population remains one of the government's most pressing challenges. -
Gunman Captured After Shootout Outside U.S. Embassy in Lebanon
A gunman who attacked the U.S. Embassy near Beirut on Wednesday morning was shot and captured by Lebanese soldiers, following a shootout that injured an embassy security guard. The incident adds to the mounting tensions in Lebanon, a country already strained by ongoing conflicts and economic instability. 
A gunman who attacked the U.S. Embassy near Beirut on Wednesday morning was shot and captured by Lebanese soldiers, following a shootout that injured an embassy security guard. The incident adds to the mounting tensions in Lebanon, a country already strained by ongoing conflicts and economic instability. -
Modi Claims Victory in Indian Election Amid Coalition Necessity and Party Losses
India's transformative yet divisive Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared victory in the national elections on Tuesday evening, signaling his intent to form a government for the third consecutive term. 
India's transformative yet divisive Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared victory in the national elections on Tuesday evening, signaling his intent to form a government for the third consecutive term.
