UN special rapporteur on funding cuts to UNRWA: "It's immoral."
What effect would the reduction in UNRWA funds have on Gaza? Speaking with Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur is Marc Lamont Hill. Since October 7th, more than 26,000 Palestinians have died in Gaza, and another 1.7 million have been displaced, making the humanitarian situation in the region worse. Following Israel's accusations that 12 UNRWA personnel were involved in the October 7th bombings, at least a dozen nations have said they will no longer be providing funding to the organization. Following Israel's accusations that 12 UNRWA personnel were involved in the October 7th bombings, at least a dozen nations have said they will no longer be providing funding to the organization. Since UNRWA has been a vital source of humanitarian relief in Gaza, why have nations stopped supporting it during a crisis and solely based on accusations? What will become of the civilian population that depends on the agency to survive? Marc Lamont Hill discusses the upcoming effects of UNWRA's funding cuts with Francesca Albanese, the UN special rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territory.
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UN special envoy charges Israel of committing "genocide" in the Gaza War.
According to Francesca Albanese, Israel has committed three of the five crimes specified in the UN Genocide Convention, which are killing members of a particular group, seriously injuring one's body or mind, and purposefully creating conditions in life that are intended to cause one's physical destruction, both whole and in part. She also discovered that high Israeli military and government figures had declared their willingness to commit genocide, which was followed by the approval and implementation of genocide. According to Albanese, these actions are part of a "settler-colonial process of erasure" that has lasted for more than 70 years. She recommends - among other things - an immediate arms embargo on Israel. And for member states to support South Africa in its attempt to prosecute Israel at the International Court of Justice.
Former Prime Minister of Thailand, Thaksin Shinawatra, was released.
After hospitalization, Thaksin Shinawatra, the former prime minister of Thailand, was granted parole. An uncertain return to public life could spark protests. Though others believe Thaksin hasn't paid his fair share of taxes and fear his homecoming will spark new demonstrations, his followers have remained neutral. In the previous election, Perth Thai, Thaksin's winning party, was threatened by an unknown party that promised reform.
A Singapore Airlines jet fell 6,000 feet, killing one person and injuring 30 others.
A passenger died and 30 others were injured after a Singapore Airlines flight from London was impacted by strong turbulence over the Andaman Sea. Some passengers said that the plane began to shake and then suddenly dropped. The aircraft made an emergency landing in Bangkok.
UK: Boris Johnson will return as a Tory campaigner in the upcoming general election. Amid concerns that the party may be "wiped out," Johnson will be sent to campaign for the Tories in the Red Wall. Stay tuned for more!
Russia tries to obstruct US military supplies to Ukraine in the conflict between the two countries.
Although Ukraine is excitedly awaiting the much-delayed military aid from the US, Moscow is threatening to disrupt its military supplies in advance of a planned new Russian offensive. According to Ukraine, Moscow is stepping up its attacks on railroads in an attempt to obstruct the delivery of relief supplies. Keep an eye out for additional information!
United Airlines will be subject to more scrutiny from aviation watchdog
A spate of safety issues in recent weeks has prompted the US Federal Aviation Administration to step up its surveillance of United Airlines. However, this is terrible news for the US carrier because it may cause a number of its next projects to be delayed.
Red Sea Crisis: US and UK initiate fresh attacks against the Houthis Joint airstrikes target the Houthi rebels in Yemen in a second wave. As promised, the Houthis will "respond to any attacks on Yemen." Houthi's allegation that he fired in the Red Sea at an American cargo ship. Watch to find out more!
Russia's election: The contest for president starts on Friday
On Friday, Russia's presidential election will take place. However, elections have already begun in what Russia refers to as its "new territories." These are areas of Ukraine that the Russian military currently holds. Vladimir Putin, the current president, is sure to win because there are just three other contenders on the ballot.
Turkey earthquakes: On the first anniversary, many of people are still homeless A year following Turkey's devastating earthquakes, the government has given temporary housing to 75,000 households that were forced from their homes. It is but a small portion of the projected 390,000 requirement. However, in one of the most severely affected communities, residents are helping with reconstruction instead of waiting for government aid.
Dwayne Johnson declares that he "will keep my politics to myself" and won't support Joe Biden for president again.
After seriously considering it, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has decided not to support Joe Biden in the impending 2024 presidential contest. See to learn more.
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