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The US House of Representatives on Thursday rejected the Republican-led funding bill by a large majority. The bill aimed to prevent a government shutdown, as federal agencies will run out of funds by Friday night and operations will stop over the government activities are expected to halt. AFP, Washington: The Trump-supported bill could not pass in the US Congress. The House of Representatives rejected the newly elected President Trump's plan to fund federal operations and to raise or suspend the debt limit just a day before the government shutdown. About three dozen Republicans joined Democrats to vote against Trump's sudden demands and the solution prepared by GOP leaders. The bill was rejected in Congress with a 174-235 vote. Trump had made this appeal to the lawmakers. Earlier, newly elected US President Donald Trump urged Republican lawmakers on Wednesday to reject the cross-party agreement aimed at avoiding a government shutdown. A shutdown means that if the government do...

India voted in favor of a resolution at the United Nations General Assembly. The resolution called for Israel's withdrawal from Palestinian territories occupied since 1967, including East Jerusalem. It also reiterated the call for a just and lasting peace in West Asia The draft resolution, titled Peaceful Resolution of the Question of Palestine was presented by Senegal and adopted by an overwhelming majority in the 193-member General Assembly on Tuesday. HIGHLIGHTS The resolution called for an end to Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories The resolution was adopted by an overwhelming majority in the 193-member General Assembly.  India, along with 157 countries, voted in favor, while some nations chose to abstain. PTI, United Nations: India voted in favor of a United Nations General Assembly resolution. The resolution called for Israel to withdraw from Palestinian territories occupied since 1967, including East Jerusalem. It also reiterated, fair and lasting peace in Wes...

15 days before the sentencing why did Biden pardon his son? What does it signify? Many American president have pardoned their own in the past. On December 16, a California court is set to sentence Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden. However, before this, Joe Biden has pardoned his son. Biden has become the first US president to not the only to pardon close associates. Names like Trump and Bill Clinton are on this list. HIGHLIGHTS Gerald Ford pardoned Richard Nixon. Bill Clinton granted clemency to his stepbrother. Donald Trump pardoned his in-law. IANS/Digital Desk, New Delhi: US President Joe Biden has given a big gift to his son before leaving a big gift to his son before leaving office. He has pardoned dis son, Hunter Biden, from all charges. This means Hunter Biden will no longer face prison time. Biden's decision has drawn sharp criticism in the US However, he says he is being targeted simply because this decision was made as a father. Let's understand the full story behind...

The newly elected President of the United States, Donald Trump has started showing his tough stance even before taking the oath. On Monday, he warned that if the hostages in Gaza Strip are not released by the time he assumes office, there will be serious consequences. Donald Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform, Release the hostages now. Digital Desk, New Delhi:   The newly elected President of the United States, Donald Trump, has stared showcasing his tough stance even before taking the oath. On Monday, he warned that if the hostages in the Gaza Strip are not released before he assumes office, there will be serious consequences. This warning from Trump came after the extensive diplomacy efforts by outgoing President Joe Biden's administration. Trump wrote no his Truth Social platform, If the hostages are not released before January 20, 2025, the day I proudly take office as the President if the United States, there will be severe punishment in the Middle East and for thos...

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah is now coming to an end. Both sides have agreed on a ceasefire. India has welcome this decision. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs stated that it has always called for de-escalation, restraint, dialogue, and a return to diplomacy. The United States has also expressed happiness over this decision. Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire: An agreement has reached on a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. After months of intense conflict, both nations have decided on this step. India has welcomed the ceasefire decided on this step. India has welcomed the ceasefire decision between Israel and Lebanon  The Indian Minister of External Affairs stated, We welcome the ceasefire declared between Israel and Lebanon. We have always called for de-escalation, restraint, and a return to dialogue and diplomacy. We hope these developments will bring peace and stability to the broader region. The war between Israel and Hezbollah will come to an end. The ceas...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday that he is ready to implement a ceasefire agreement with Lebanon and will respond strongly to nay violations by Hezbollah. He also stated that Israel will maintain full military freedom of action. Efforts are being made to reach an agreement through US mediation. Highlights   Netanyahu said any violation by Hezbollah will be met with a strong response. Despite hopes for a ceasefire, Israel also carried out bombings in Beirut. Reuters, Beirut: Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a ceasefire, which will come into effect at midnight (Israeli time) on November 27, Israel's Security cabinet, the country's top decision-making body under the government, has approved the ceasefire. In his speech after the agreement, Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that the duration of the ceasefire depends. HE said, "We will implement the agreement and respond strongly to any violations. We will remain united until victory. Amid hopes for a c...

The ongoing war between Israel and Hezbollah is now moving towards an end. The Israeli Cabinet will hold a meeting on Tuesday to approve the ceasefire agreement from Lebanon. Several countries, including the United States, have been pressing to end this long-running conflict. If the ceasefire is announced, Israeli forces will without from southern Lebanon. Highlights Israel's cabinet may decide on the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon today. Several countries, including the united States, have pressured both sides to end the conflict. Over 3,700 people have lost their lives in the war, which has been ongoing for a year There is a possibility of an end to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. Today, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will decide in the Cabinet whether to approve the ceasefire agreement with Lebanon In fact, in recent months, several countries, including the United States, the European Union, and the United Nations, have been pressuring Israel ...

According to Lebanese security officials, an eight-story building in centrals, Beirut was targeted. Four missiles were fired at it. Missiles designed to destroy tunnels were used in the attack. The site of the attack now has a deep crate. The Israeli Air Force also targeted several Hezbollah sites in Beirut's southern suburbs. Highlights Several Hezbollah sites targeted . 120 Palestinians over the past 48 hours. Amid efforts for a ceasefire, Israel has intensified its military campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon. As part of this , 28 people were killed in Israeli attacks on Lebanon on Saturday. The health ministry reported that 15 people died in an airstrike in central Beirut, while 13 others were killed in attacks northeast of the capital. For the fourth time this week Lebanon's capital was attacked. According to Lebanese security officials, an eight-story building in central Beirut was targeted with four missiles. The attack used missiles designed to destroy tunnels, leavin...

  Relatives OF Israeli-American hostages have met Joe Biden and Donald Trump to plead for their help. Alexander's parents, whose child is help captive, met with trump and Biden in Washington, urging them to work together under a single agreement to bring all hostages home. Families are anxiously waiting for their loved ones to return. Highlights Families of captives are eagerly waiting for their return.  Request mad to bring all hostages home under a single agreement. The last weeks have seen dramatic shifts in the political landscape surrounding ceasefire talks in Gaza. The US elections, the dismissal of Israel's Defense Minister, Qatar's decision to suspend mediation, and the ongoing war in Lebanon have further delayed the possibility of a ceasefire in Gaza. However, some families of the hostages remain hopeful that these change may speed up their loved one's return home. Families of the Israeli American hostages are eagerly waiting for their loved ones' return. R...

 While pro Israel views are common in US politics, Trump's picks signal support for far right Israeli aspirations. Israeli settlers hold a protest march from Tapuach Junction to the Israeli setter outpost of Evyatar in the Israeli-occupied West Bank on April 10, 2023 During the final weeks of the 2024 United States presidential race, former President Donald Trump spoke with sympathy to Arab American and Muslim voters enraged by the country's support for Israel's wars in Gaza and Lebanon. Trump visited Dearborn, Michigan, known as the "capital" of Arab America. And he spoke directly to Lebanese Americans fearing for their families overseas. Who are Trump's picks for his cabinet and administration? Far-right Israeli minister orders preparations for West Bank annexation The view from Gaza : What the US decision not to punish Israel looks like During my Administration, we had peace in the Middle East , and we will have peace again very soon Trump wrote on social m...

Lebanon’s Refugee Crisis Urgent Need for Global Support. As conflict between Israel and Hezbollah intensifies, Lebanon faces a devastating humanitarian crisis. Thousands of Lebanese families have been forced to leave their homes, creating a large-scale displacement crisis that has spilled into neighboring countries. This article sheds light on Lebanon’s refugee situation and highlights the pressing need for international assistance. The Refugee Exodus: Lebanon to Iraq and Syria. Recent data from the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) reveals that between 400 and 600 Lebanese refugees have been arriving in Iraq each day. Since the conflict worsened in September, over 28,000 Lebanese have fled to Iraq, primarily seeking refuge in cities like Najaf and Karbala. Alongside Lebanese citizens, an increasing number of Syrians and Palestinians are also fleeing Lebanon, further challenging Iraq’s resources. Meanwhile, an estimated 472,000 people have crossed from Lebanon into Syria despite Syria’s ow...