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Eurovision Song Contest changes rules for countries at war
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Eurovision Song Contest changes rules for countries at war

The Eurovision Song Contest's organizers have revised its regulations to stipulate that…

Two Polish farmers were killed by a Ukrainian missile in November 2022, although it was believed to be a Ukrainian air defense missile responding to a Russian strike. At around 03:40 on Thursday (01:40 GMT), Poland's military used an F-16 fighter jet to intercept the object before it disappeared from radar sensors a few minutes later. A military helicopter was then sent to survey the area. Further southeast, in Lublin and Krasnystaw, air raid sirens went off in response to Russian bombs in neighboring Ukraine. Nearly an hour after Tarnawa Kolonia homeowners reported hearing a loud boom at approximately 4:00, police found the crash scene.
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Polish PM: The missile that left a crater deep within Poland was most likely Russian.

Poland Says Russian Missile Crashed After visiting the scene, he stated that…

US airstrikes killed at least 20 Iran backed PMF fighters in Iraq, drawing strong condemnation from Iran and increasing tensions across the Middle East.
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Drone attack caused fire on gas ships at Mediterranean port, Egypt says

Drone Attack Sparks Egypt Port Fire The fire that started on Wednesday…

US insists Strait of Hormuz is open as it exchanges strikes with Iran
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US Iran Conflict Escalates as Strait of Hormuz Faces New Tensions

Tensions between the United States and Iran have increased after both sides…

Russia faces a growing fuel crisis as petrol shortages create long queues at stations across Moscow. Rising fuel prices and supply problems are adding pressure during the Ukraine war.
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Russian Fuel Crisis: Petrol Shortages Create Long Queues Across Moscow

Russia is facing a growing fuel crisis, with petrol shortages causing long…

UK fighter jets intercept Russian plane
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UK Fighter Jets Intercept Russian Plane Over Norwegian Sea

Russian Aircraft Approaches UK Carrier Strike Group British fighter jets intercepted a…

Pentagon to Review Senator Mark Kelly’s Comments on US Weapon Stockpiles Hegseth Questions Kelly’s Statements on Military Munitions US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered a Pentagon review after Democratic Senator Mark Kelly spoke publicly about America’s military weapon stockpiles during a television interview. The issue has sparked a political clash over national security, classified information, and military readiness. During an interview on CBS News’ Face The Nation, Kelly expressed concern about the condition of US munitions reserves following the recent conflict with Iran. He said he was surprised by how much the US had reduced its military stockpiles during the war effort. Kelly referred to a Pentagon briefing that discussed specific munitions and replenishment timelines. His comments quickly drew criticism from Hegseth, who accused the senator of publicly discussing sensitive military information. Pentagon Asked to Review Possible Disclosure In a post on X, Hegseth questioned whether Kelly had violated his oath by revealing details from a Pentagon briefing. He criticized the senator for discussing the matter on national television and called for an official review of the comments. Kelly strongly rejected the accusation. He responded by saying the information was already discussed publicly during a Senate hearing held the previous week. The Arizona senator also shared a video clip from the hearing, pointing out that Hegseth himself had acknowledged it could take years to rebuild certain US weapon stockpiles. Kelly argued that his comments did not expose classified material. He added that the American public deserves transparency about the cost of military operations and the long term impact on US defense readiness. Legal Dispute Between Kelly and Pentagon Continues The latest controversy comes as tensions continue between Kelly and the Pentagon leadership. Earlier this year, Kelly filed a lawsuit against the government after Hegseth allegedly attempted to demote him for criticizing the Trump administration. The legal battle began after Kelly and five other lawmakers released a video in November encouraging US service members to refuse unlawful military orders. Pentagon officials later challenged the lawmakers’ actions, leading to a broader political and legal dispute. In February, a federal judge temporarily blocked the Pentagon from carrying out the proposed demotion while the lawsuit moved forward. However, the Pentagon appealed the ruling. Recently, a federal appeals court appeared likely to reject the Pentagon’s effort to punish Kelly over his remarks to service members. If the court rules against the Pentagon, it would mark another setback for the Trump administration in its ongoing dispute with the senator. Debate Over National Security and Transparency The disagreement has fueled debate in Washington over how much information elected officials should share about military preparedness. Supporters of Kelly say lawmakers have a responsibility to discuss defense concerns openly, especially when military operations affect national resources. Critics, however, argue that public discussions involving weapons inventories and defense capabilities could risk exposing sensitive national security information. The Pentagon has not confirmed whether a formal investigation has officially started. Officials have only referred back to Hegseth’s public statements regarding the matter.
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Pentagon to Review Senator Mark Kelly’s Comments on US Weapon Stockpiles

Hegseth Questions Kelly’s US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered a Pentagon…

An Israeli double-tap airstrike in southern Lebanon killed nine people, including three rescue workers. Lebanese officials call it a war crime as tensions with Hezbollah continue.
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Airstrike in Southern Lebanon Kills Nine

Two Israeli airstrikes hit a building in southern Lebanon on Tuesday. Nine…

Pakistani delegation including CDF Munir arrives in Tehran ahead of likely US-Iran talks
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The Pakistani delegation in Tehran will push the US-Iran peace talks forward

Asim Munir, Interior Minister Mohsin Nqvi and other senior Pakistani officials have…

Israel Lebanon Conflict Escalates as Strikes Intensify and Talks Approach Escalation of Violence in Southern Lebanon and Northern Israel Israeli air strikes and Hezbollah rocket fire increased over the weekend across southern Lebanon and northern Israel. Both sides signaled that fighting would continue despite growing diplomatic activity. The conflict has expanded since early March after renewed clashes between Israel and Hezbollah. Israel says its military campaign targets Hezbollah positions in Lebanon. Hezbollah continues rocket attacks toward northern Israel in response. Rising Civilian and Military Casualties Lebanese health authorities report that Israeli strikes have killed 2055 people in Lebanon since fighting resumed on 2 March. They also say 167 people died since Friday. Israel reports that Hezbollah attacks have killed 12 soldiers and 2 civilians during the same period. Among recent civilian victims was a child, around two years old. She survived an earlier strike on her home in southern Lebanon. She later died when another strike hit during her father’s funeral. Her seven year old sister suffered severe burns and remains in hospital. A Red Cross rescuer also died during weekend operations. The organization says a drone strike hit its team while they carried out a humanitarian mission. The Israeli military has not confirmed this claim. Diplomatic Efforts and Upcoming Talks Officials from Lebanon, Israel, and the United States plan to meet in Washington on Tuesday. Lebanese officials say the talks aim to set conditions for a ceasefire. If progress is made, formal negotiations may follow. Lebanon continues to push for an end to the war and a full Israeli withdrawal from its territory. Israel, however, states it will not negotiate a ceasefire with Hezbollah under current conditions. Statements from Political Leaders Lebanon’s prime minister said diplomatic efforts continue despite heavy fighting. He emphasized ongoing negotiations aimed at stopping the war. Israel’s prime minister maintained a firm position while visiting troops in southern Lebanon. He said Israeli forces would continue operations in what he described as a security zone. Israel says this zone extends up to ten kilometers inside Lebanese territory to prevent attacks on Israeli communities. Disputed Military Claims Israeli forces claim they killed more than 20 Hezbollah fighters operating from a hospital area in Bint Jbeil. Lebanese authorities deny this and accuse Israel of striking civilians and medical facilities. Heavy air strikes were also reported in multiple towns in southern Lebanon, including areas that saw major fighting during earlier conflicts between Israel and Hezbollah.
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Israel Lebanon Conflict Escalates as Strikes Intensify and Talks Approach

Escalation of Violence in Southern Lebanon and Northern Israel Israeli air strikes…

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