Iran launches strikes Israel: Following Iran's attack, world leaders respond on social media.
Leaders of several nations, including the US, UK, France, and Germany, denounced what they described as an act of destabilization for the area shortly after Iran claimed to have launched a direct drone and missile attack on Israel. The attack puts tensions at their highest point since the start of the Israel-Hamas war six months ago and carries a risk of intensifying into a broader battle in West Asia.
13th January: What facts, stories, or connections fascinate you most about this day?
1605: Controversy erupts on the London stage as "Eastward Hoe," a satirical play by Jonson, Chapman, and Marston, lands two authors in jail for poking fun at Scottish courtiers. This highlights the delicate balance between artistic expression and political sensitivities in the Jacobean era.
1610: Galileo Galilei's gaze turns to the heavens, and he discovers Callisto, the fourth moon of Jupiter. This groundbreaking observation challenges the prevailing geocentric view and paves the way for astronomical advancements.
1630: The tide turned in China as Emperor Chongzhen ordered the arrest of military general Yuan Chonghuan. This pivotal moment marks a shift in the power dynamics between the emperor and his advisors, leading to political instability.
1673: Paris lights up with the premiere of Jean Racine's "Mithridate," a powerful tragedy about jealousy, ambition, and betrayal. Racine, a master of French drama, crafted a play that would endure for centuries, captivating audiences with its eloquent language and poignant exploration of human emotions.
1895: Wit takes flight: Oscar Wilde's "An Ideal Husband" premiers, sparking both applause and scandal.
1908: Man conquers the sky: Henri Farman soars over a kilometer, claiming the aviation crown.
1992: Serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer changed his plea from not guilty to guilty but insane.
2020: A meteorite that landed in Australia in the 1960s revealed stardust up to 7 billion years old.
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