Daily News Brief

 

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May 2, 2024 (Thursday)

United States

US Democrats press Biden to prevent Israeli assault on Rafah

US Democrats are urging President Biden to take action to prevent an Israeli assault on Rafah, a city in the Gaza Strip. The move comes amid rising tensions in the region. (The Express Tribune)

Pro-Palestinian protests sweep across colleges

Pro-Palestinian protests have been taking place across colleges in the US, with some protests turning violent. The demonstrations have sparked concerns about antisemitism. (Des Moines Register)

US increases pressure on Israel over Gaza aid as truce talks continue

The US is increasing pressure on Israel to allow more aid into Gaza as truce talks continue. The move comes amid concerns about the humanitarian situation in the region. (Al Jazeera English)

House passes bill aimed to combat antisemitism amid college unrest

The US House of Representatives has passed a bill aimed at combating antisemitism amid concerns about rising incidents on college campuses. (NPR)

Israel

Israel's prime minister does not know where to go

Israel's prime minister is facing criticism for his handling of the Gaza conflict, with some saying he lacks a clear strategy. (The Economist)

Gazans thank US university protesters as Israel calls for students to be expelled

Gazans have thanked US university protesters for their support, while Israel has called for the expulsion of students involved in the protests. (CNN)

Colombia to cut diplomatic ties with Israel over Gaza war, Petro says

Colombia has announced plans to cut diplomatic ties with Israel over its actions in the Gaza war. The move is seen as a significant blow to Israel's international relations. (Al Jazeera English)

Pakistan

Pakistan urges Security Council to reconsider Palestine's UN membership bid after US veto

Pakistan has urged the UN Security Council to reconsider Palestine's bid for membership after the US vetoed the move. Pakistan has been a strong supporter of Palestinian statehood. (Arab News)

Deputy PM Dar arrives in The Gambia to represent Pakistan at OIC summit

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister has arrived in The Gambia to represent the country at a summit of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). (DAWN.com)

Turkey

Turkey seeks to join South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at ICJ

Turkey has announced plans to join a case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) over allegations of genocide. The move is seen as a significant development in the international legal arena. (Al Jazeera English)

China

"China-France spirit" promotes stable and healthy development of bilateral relations, says ambassador

China's ambassador to France has praised the "China-France spirit" for promoting stable and healthy development of bilateral relations between the two countries. (Xinhua)

Abrupt frozen soil thaw produces more carbon emissions: study

A new study has found that the abrupt thawing of frozen soil in China is producing more carbon emissions than previously thought. The findings have significant implications for climate change. (Xinhua)

India

Indian spies linked to killings, tracking dissidents abroad: What we know

Indian spies have been linked to killings and tracking dissidents abroad, according to a new report. The allegations have sparked concerns about India's intelligence agencies. (Al Jazeera English)

Iran

Iran’s Khamenei pooh-poohs Arabs normalizing with Israel

Iran's Supreme Leader has criticized Arab countries for normalizing relations with Israel, saying it is a betrayal of the Palestinian cause. (The Times of Israel)

UAE

UAE President mourns passing of Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohamed Al Nahyan

The President of the UAE has mourned the passing of Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohamed Al Nahyan, a prominent figure in the country. (Khaleej Times)

Australia

Australia sidesteps reports it expelled Indian spies

Australia has sidestepped reports that it expelled Indian spies from the country, saying it does not comment on intelligence matters. (BBC.com)

Russia

Need update on Russia-Ukraine conflict? Ask Victoria Shi, Kyiv's AI-generated spokesperson | Mint

A new AI-generated spokesperson has been launched to provide updates on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The move is seen as a significant development in the use of technology in conflict reporting. (Mint)

Saudi Arabia

‘Torrential’ rains shutter Saudi schools, flood roads

Torrential rains have shut schools and flooded roads in Saudi Arabia, causing disruption to daily life. (The Express Tribune)

Togo

Togo has adopted major constitutional changes to give parliament more power: how it will work

Togo has adopted major constitutional changes to give parliament more power, in a move seen as a significant development in the country's political system. (The Conversation)