US Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt over Covid hearing
The committee will now refer him for possible prosecution for refusing to answer questions about his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Israel indicts settler over death of Palestinian activist who worked on No Other Land
Yinon Levy charged with manslaughter in first exception this decade to culture of impunity for Israelis who kill Palestinians in the occupied West Bank
Prosecutors in Israel have indicted an extremist settler for shooting a Palestinian activist last July, the first attempt this decade to hold an Israeli responsible for killing a Palestinian in the occupied West Bank.
Yinon Levy, who was under western sanctions, is charged with manslaughter over the death of Awdeh Hathaleen, an English teacher and peace activist. In his last moments, Hathaleen filmed the settler drawing his weapon and opening fire towards him.
Continue reading...Leipzig drone incident fuels fears of Russian election meddling – politico.eu
- Leipzig drone incident fuels fears of Russian election meddling politico.eu
- The Leipzig drone bomb marks a dangerous escalation for Europe The Guardian
- Explosive Drone Found at German Airport Used by Ukrainian Carrier The New York Times
- Germany warns of ‘new threat’ after explosives-packed drone targets airport CNN
- Top German prosecutor leads drone probe in suspected attack on national security Reuters
Under Trump, 90% of ambassador nominations have gone to political supporters – The Washington Post
Under Trump, 90% of ambassador nominations have gone to political supporters The Washington Post
Top Ugandan footballer killed by robbers armed with paving stones
David Owori, who played for the national team, died in hospital after he tried to stop robbers taking his phone
The Ugandan football community is in mourning after the death of a player who was fatally injured during a robbery in the capital, Kampala, on Tuesday night.
David Owori, who captained Sports Club Villa, a Uganda Premier League club, and represented the national team, was attacked after resisting an attempt to steal his mobile phone and other belongings near his home in Makindye division.
Continue reading...Turkey’s PKK amnesty bill could reshape its regional strategy – jpost.com
- Turkey’s PKK amnesty bill could reshape its regional strategy jpost.com
- Bill aiming for peace between Turkey and Kurdish fighters goes to parliament AP News
- Turkey unveils draft law to reintegrate PKK militants, achieve peace Reuters
- How Turkey's PKK amnesty law entwines Kurds' hopes with Erdogan's ambitions Al-Monitor
- Turkish parliament indicates support for PKK peace bill Courthouse News
Turkey’s PKK amnesty bill could reshape its regional strategy – jpost.com
- Turkey’s PKK amnesty bill could reshape its regional strategy jpost.com
- Bill aiming for peace between Turkey and Kurdish fighters goes to parliament AP News
- Turkey unveils draft law to reintegrate PKK militants, achieve peace Reuters
- How Turkey's PKK amnesty law entwines Kurds' hopes with Erdogan's ambitions Al-Monitor
- Turkish parliament indicates support for PKK peace bill Courthouse News
Rights groups say Israeli attack that killed Lebanese journalist an apparent war crime
Amal Khalil was killed and her colleague Zeinab Faraj wounded in an Israeli attack in April; Israel denied targeting the journalists.
Houthis attacks on Yemeni government forces reportedly kills at least 30 – Al Jazeera
- Houthis attacks on Yemeni government forces reportedly kills at least 30 Al Jazeera
- Iran war live: Houthis claim attacks on Yemeni forces; Hormuz deal close Al Jazeera
- Houthi attacks reportedly kill at least 30 Yemeni government forces BBC
- Houthis say attacks on Yemeni forces were response to ‘Saudi military buildup’ The Times of Israel
- Houthis Attack Saudi-Backed Forces in Yemen, Escalating Tensions Bloomberg.com
Ebola in DR Congo: River boat under quarantine after five deaths – BBC
Ebola in DR Congo: River boat under quarantine after five deaths – BBC
DR Congo river boat under quarantine for Ebola after five deaths
The health minister says all the passengers are being screened as a precautionary measure.
Livestreamer’s murder raises questions over relations between Mexico’s creators and cartels
The murder of content creator César Gastélum on Tuesday raises questions about why influencers are coming under attack.
Livestreamer’s murder raises questions over relations between Mexico’s creators and cartels – BBC
- Livestreamer's murder raises questions over relations between Mexico's creators and cartels BBC
- Mexican social media influencer shot and killed mid-livestream video ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- Mexican TikTok influencer shot dead during live stream CNN
- Mexican influencer shot dead while streaming live on social media The Guardian
- Influencer shot dead by hitmen outside KFC as thousands watched livestream in horror Daily Star
Iran claims it is in ‘final stage’ of talks to reopen Strait of Hormuz – Fox News
- Iran claims it is in 'final stage' of talks to reopen Strait of Hormuz Fox News
- Did Iran’s IRGC chief really vow to develop nuclear weapons? Ynetnews
- Commentary: With its new leverage over the Strait of Hormuz, does Iran want – or need – a nuclear weapon? CNA
- Trump: Iran Must Not Get Nuclear Weapons IranWire
- Iran using Hormuz talks to delay nuclear concessions fdd.org
Two Iranian female footballers granted Australian citizenship after protest
Players stayed in country after Asian Cup in March
Duo condemned as traitors in Iran for not singing anthem
Two former Iranian footballers said on Thursday they were proud to have been granted Australian citizenship after being called traitors at home for refusing to sing the national anthem before a game.
Fatemeh Pasandideh and Atefeh Ramezanisadeh were members of a group of seven from Iran’s delegation who asked for Australia’s protection after the protest during the women’s Asian Cup in March.
Continue reading...Nearly 50 asylum seekers deported under ‘one in one out’ scheme have returned to the UK
Figure raises questions about deal with France despite UK ministers insisting repeat arrivals will be removed
Almost 50 asylum seekers deported using the “one in one out” scheme have been recorded as returning to the UK a second time, the Guardian has learned.
In addition to the returnees detained by the Home Office, an unknown number are believed to have arrived in the UK undetected.
Continue reading...More than 150 deaths reported after weight loss drug use – The Independent
2 soldiers killed in Lebanon in the first Israeli deaths since June truce with Hezbollah – AP News
North Korea conducts ballistic missile test days before US and South Korea begin drills – AP News
- North Korea conducts ballistic missile test days before US and South Korea begin drills AP News
- US says North Korea missile launch poses no immediate threat, 'consulting closely' with allies Fox News
- North Korea launches a short-range ballistic missile toward sea, South Korea says nbcnews.com
- North Korea fires ballistic missile towards Japan as region boosts military ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation
- North Korea marks Hiroshima atomic bombing anniversary with missile test The Japan Times