Donald Trump and Joe Biden get off to a smooth start
It's going to be a pivotal day in US politics in 2024. a day that, very appropriately, has been termed "Super Tuesday." This is the decisive round in the competition for the presidential nominations of both parties. Millions of voters participate in the Super Tuesday polling in 16 states and one territory.
Elections in Indonesia are scheduled for this Wednesday. On Wednesday, more than 200 million Indonesians will have the opportunity to cast ballots for a new president. President Joko Widodo, whose second term is coming to an end, has three contenders vying for his seat. The campaign has been overshadowed by his impact.
Saudi Arabia's road administration reports a 27% increase in traffic deaths before Iftar.
There have been some unsettling developments in Saudi Arabia during the holy month of Ramadan. The number of traffic deaths in the Islamic Kingdom is rising by 27%. According to the Saudi General Authority for Roads, there has been a noticeable rise in traffic accidents during Ramadan. Watch to find out more!
London's cease-fire protest: thousands of people march to the US embassy
Major European towns have once again seen protests in support of Palestinians today. Tens of thousands of demonstrators repeated appeals for an urgent ceasefire in Gaza during a march through central London, UK.
'Open arms' aid vessel arrives off the coast of Gaza carrying food supplies.
A 200-ton relief ship from Cyprus arrived in Gaza to feed 600,000 Palestinians despite a strict embargo. The boat comes as Gaza's humanitarian situation worsens as a result of Israel's continuous embargo.
Israel Issues An Ultimatum Before Ramadan: Release Hostages or Elsewhere Talks about the IDF Action Hostages are scheduled to resume. However, Israel is putting out a firm line: either the IDF destroys the militants' final stronghold in Rafah during the Muslim Holy month, or Hamas releases those hostages by Ramadan. This is happening as horrifying information regarding Hamas' horrific sexual attacks on Israeli women on October 7th keeps coming to light. The Israeli military claims it is still expanding its operations in the northern Gaza Strip, where the fight against Hamas began months ago. As they moved from building to building, troops could be seen sprinting and firing. Returning to long-stalled negotiations, Israeli negotiators hope to secure the release of around 130 captives that Hamas may still be holding in Gaza. Israel has only resumed discussions because, according to mediators, Hamas has lowered its demands, which include an end to the conflict.
For the first time, the global mean temperature exceeds the 1.5° Celsius barrier for a full year.
There has been a breach of the world mean temperature. The global average temperature exceeded 1.5°C for the first time, according to the European Climate Agency.
US urges a brief ceasefire in Gaza; Israel is warned against the Rafah offensive by the EU and US
A draft UNSC resolution on Israel's assault in Gaza was vetoed by the US, drawing strong criticism from both allies and adversaries. This is the US's third veto of a UNSC resolution calling for an end to hostilities in Gaza. Rather, Washington is proposing a resolution of its own that would bolster a short-term truce contingent on the release of all Israeli prisoners.
Thailand's seasonal agricultural burning causes health problems and air pollution.
Thailand's prime minister has promised to take every necessary action to combat air pollution in the north. Forest fires and farmers lighting their property on fire to remove crops have produced a massive cloud of dangerous pollution. The air pollution caused by the smoke and ash from these fires can cause respiratory disorders and other health concerns for the nearby communities. The amount of fine-particle dust in the air has made Chiang Mai one of the most polluted cities in the world.
Russia-Ukraine War: Why was Macron's trip to France postponed?
In the upcoming weeks, President Emmanuel Macron is expected to visit Ukraine. Since February, a scheduled visit to the nation has been canceled three times. Watch the entire video here.
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