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These days one of the most talked-about news stories in the United States is the resignation of Harvard University President Claudine Gay. As Harvard and its leadership are centred in the media, however, Palestinians continue to be killed by US-supplied bombs and buried under the rubble of their homes, schools, mosques and hospitals. While Harvard Yard is filled with speculation about the career of a millionaire academic, two million Palestinians are displaced by carpet bombing intended to ethnically cleanse Gaza. Amid the attempted distractions from an actualised genocide whose targets include families of students at Harvard, those of us in…

The Sudanese youth are again at the forefront of organising online and offline as the country is being ravaged by war.Five years ago, the Sudanese youth were able to garner the world’s sympathy and support during their revolution. Since then, it has turned into a devastating war, which has led to one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world. But today, the country is receiving little to no coverage and support. Many are asking: “Why? And what can be done about it?”     Source link

Two countries express ‘growing worry’ over ‘escalation of violence’ in a referral to the International Criminal Court over possible crimes.The Palestinian foreign ministry has welcomed a request by Chile and Mexico for the International Criminal Court (ICC) to investigate crimes against civilians, as Israel’s war on Gaza continues unabated. Israeli attacks have devastated the Gaza Strip since Hamas fighters launched a surprise attack inside Israel on October 7 that killed about 1,140 people, mostly civilians, according to Israeli officials. Israel retaliated with a relentless air and ground offensive that has killed more than 24,600 people, about 70 percent of them…

In the 45th minute of Ghana’s 1-1 draw with Egypt on Thursday at the Africa Cup of Nations, Mohamed Salah was substituted. His exit came after a suspected hamstring injury, dealing what could be a tough blow to the star forward and his country’s chances at the tournament. For all that the Egyptian has achieved in his illustrious career, there has been much ado about what is missing. The Liverpool star is one of the world’s best players and has enjoyed a gilded time at Merseyside, winning every trophy on offer with the Reds since joining from Italian side Roma…

EXPLAINERClashes over a two-state solution and US foreign policy on Houthi strikes – here are major updates.Here’s how things stand on Friday, January 19, 2024: Latest updates A near-total communications blackout in Gaza has entered its seventh day on Friday. Families of Hamas captives in Gaza blocked Ayalon Highway in Tel Aviv on Thursday. Losing patience with the Israeli government, family members of four captives have promised to take “extreme actions”, including blocking humanitarian aid from entering Gaza with their own bodies, as a means to bring their loved ones home, reported the Times of Israel. An Israeli siege of…

Follow our live build-up and commentary as Egypt face Ghana in their second match, which begins at 20:00 GMT in Abidjan. Source link

Pakistan launches strikes inside Iran, saying they were retaliation for attacks by Tehran on targets in Pakistan.Iran and Pakistan have launched attacks across their border into each other’s territory. Both said they are targeting armed groups and cited “national security” for their actions. Armed groups in the Balochistan region have been launching attacks in Iran and Pakistan for years. Both governments accuse the other of not doing enough to stop them. The latest military strikes have raised tensions between the regional powers. What might the consequences be? Presenter: Elizabeth Puranam Guests: Ahmed Rashid – expert on armed groups in Pakistan, Afghanistan and…

NewsFeedA Palestinian family in Gaza says they witnessed the summary execution of 15 men when Israeli soldiers raided their apartment last month.Published On 18 Jan 202418 Jan 2024 Source link

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An estimated 10 civilians have been killed in air strikes targeting the neighbouring towns of Arman and Malh in the southeast Syrian province of Sweida, according to local media. Jordanian forces are believed to be behind Thursday’s attacks, though its government has yet to confirm any involvement. Sweida 24, a news platform based in its namesake city, said warplanes carried out simultaneous strikes on residential neighbourhoods after midnight local time (21:00 GMT). The attack in Malh caused material damage to some houses. The second strike in Arman, however, collapsed two houses and killed at least 10 civilians, including four women…