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Security Council finally ends paralysis on Gaza


March 26, 2024

UNITED NATIONS: The UN Security Council finally passed a resolution on Monday, demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during Ramazan, an unconditional release of prisoners, and urgent expansion of aid into the besieged Palestinian enclave. Reacting promptly after the vote, UN Sec­retary General António Guterres emphasised that the long-awaited resolution must be implemented as the council’s failure to do so “would be …

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China denounces ‘malicious slander’ as US, UK, NZ accuse Beijing of cyber attacks on ‘democratic institutions’


March 26, 2024

The United States, Britain and New Zealand have accused Beijing-backed cyber groups of being behind a series of attacks against lawmakers and key democratic institutions — allegations that were denied by China. In rare and detailed public accusations against China — Washington, London and Wellington described a series of cyber breaches over the last decade or more, in what appeared …

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McDonald’s outlets shut in Sri Lanka over poor hygiene case


March 25, 2024

COLOMBO: McDo­nald’s outlets across Sri Lanka shut on Sunday after the US fast-food giant launched a legal battle with its local franchise holder over allegations of poor hygiene, court officials said. The Commercial High Court of Colombo ordered the closures until April 4, after the parent company accused the local franchise holder of failing to meet international hygiene standards. “The …

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Israel besieges two more Gaza hospitals


March 25, 2024

CAIRO: Israeli forces besieged two more Gaza hospitals on Sunday, pinning down medical teams under heavy gunfire, the Palestinian Red Crescent said, and Israel said it had captured 480 fighters in continued clashes at Gaza’s main Al Shifa hospital. The Palestinian Red Crescent said one of its staff was killed when Israeli tanks suddenly pushed back into areas around Al-Amal and Nasser …

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Pope skips Palm Sunday homily


March 25, 2024

ROME: Pope Francis, at the last minute, skipped reading his homily during a Palm Sunday Mass for tens of thousands of people in St Peter’s Square. It is very unusual for a pope to totally skip a homily at a major event such as Palm Sunday, which marks the start of Holy Week, a busy period leading to Easter. In …

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Three Philippine soldiers hurt by China water cannon


March 25, 2024

MANILA: Three Philippine troops were injured in the latest China Coast Guard water cannon attack on a Filipino supply vessel near a South China Sea reef, Manila’s national security adviser said on Sunday. The Philippine government said Saturday’s confrontation caused severe damage to the Unaizah May 4 vessel while it was on its way to deliver troops and provisions to …

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Nasa touts ‘final frontier’ in fight against cancer


March 25, 2024

WASHINGTON: Experiments in the weightless environment of space have led to “crazy progress” in the fight against cancer, Nasa officials said at a recent event highlighting an important and personal initiative of US President Joe Biden. Space is “a unique place for research,” astronaut Frank Rubio said at the event in Washington. The 48-year-old, a physician and former military helicopter …

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Serbians angry at Trump family deal for site of Nato bombing


March 25, 2024

BELGRADE: A bombed-out building in Belgrade, which has stood as a national symbol of the 1999 Nato strikes on Serbia, might soon become a luxury hotel financed by Donald Trump’s son-in-law — much to the anger of locals. Jared Kushner, who also served as an adviser to his father-in-law during his US presidency, confirmed in mid-March his plans to invest …

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Need for political cohesion stressed at Pakistan Day reception in Washington


March 25, 2024

WASHINGTON: Discussions at the Pakistan Day reception at the embassy underscored the importance of political unity in Pakistan, while the PTI’s protests dominated conversations among the guests. Ambassador Masood Khan also acknowledged the necessity of political stability in Pakistan when he addressed his guests: “We continue to work for political cohesion in our country and economic development.” The other speaker, …

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Simon Harris set to become Ireland PM


March 25, 2024

ATHLONE: Simon Harris is set to become Ireland’s next prime minister after the governing Fine Gael party appointed him as its leader on Sunday, following an uncontested election. The 37-year-old said it was the “absolute honour of my life” to be appointed party leader, and his rise to the country’s top job is expected to be confirmed when the Irish …

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