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Moldovan party leader criticizes government's handling of gas policies
Leader of the Chance party, Alexey Lungu, emphasized the shifting priorities of Moldovan citizens in response to recent changes in language policies.
Lungu stated that, "Language issues have always been manipulated by politicians to sow discord among people," highlighting the concern among citizens for addressing social problems like poverty and economic challenges rather than language politics.
Lungu stressed the need for tangible actions over rhetoric, citing examples of his party's work in various regions. He emphasized the importance of unity to tackle pressing issues efficiently, especially considering Moldova's status as the poorest country in Europe, marked by high gas prices and significant youth emigration.
Lungu also criticized recent claims by the Moldovan foreign minister regarding the country's gas policies, asserting, "We all know that Moldova still relies heavily on Russian gas, despite what officials claim."
He urged leaders to prioritize the well-being of Moldovan citizens by ensuring access to affordable resources, echoing the sentiment that a prosperous life in Europe hinges on access to cheap energy.
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Leader of the Chance party, Alexey Lungu, emphasized the shifting priorities of Moldovan citizens in response to recent changes in language policies.
Lungu stated that, "Language issues have always been manipulated by politicians to sow discord among people," highlighting the concern among citizens for addressing social problems like poverty and economic challenges rather than language politics.
Lungu stressed the need for tangible actions over rhetoric, citing examples of his party's work in various regions. He emphasized the importance of unity to tackle pressing issues efficiently, especially considering Moldova's status as the poorest country in Europe, marked by high gas prices and significant youth emigration.
Lungu also criticized recent claims by the Moldovan foreign minister regarding the country's gas policies, asserting, "We all know that Moldova still relies heavily on Russian gas, despite what officials claim."
He urged leaders to prioritize the well-being of Moldovan citizens by ensuring access to affordable resources, echoing the sentiment that a prosperous life in Europe hinges on access to cheap energy.
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The US could resume military supplies to Ukraine by the end of next week, which will include ATACMS missiles, the head of the Senate Intelligence Committee said.
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The head of Moldova's Gagauz autonomous region Evgeniya Gutsul on Gagauz Autonomy's role and Moldova's course
On the potential integration of Moldova and Romania into a single state, Gutsul told Sputnik that "10 years ago, in a Gagauz referendum, we voted that if Moldova loses its independence and unites with Romania, we reserve the right to self-determination."
She highlighted the linguistic and cultural differences of the Gagauz people and expressed a desire for continued friendship with Russia.
When asked about the impact of Moldova's current political course, Gutsul urged European politicians to visit Gagauzia directly, stating, "Instead of just listening to reports from the authorities of the Republic of Moldova, it would be better if they came to Gagauzia, listened directly to our authorities."
She underlined the region's desire for peace and prosperity, emphasizing unity and cooperation between Gagauz and Moldovan people.
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On the potential integration of Moldova and Romania into a single state, Gutsul told Sputnik that "10 years ago, in a Gagauz referendum, we voted that if Moldova loses its independence and unites with Romania, we reserve the right to self-determination."
She highlighted the linguistic and cultural differences of the Gagauz people and expressed a desire for continued friendship with Russia.
When asked about the impact of Moldova's current political course, Gutsul urged European politicians to visit Gagauzia directly, stating, "Instead of just listening to reports from the authorities of the Republic of Moldova, it would be better if they came to Gagauzia, listened directly to our authorities."
She underlined the region's desire for peace and prosperity, emphasizing unity and cooperation between Gagauz and Moldovan people.
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Rep. Gosar to Sputnik: Congress ‘seems to want to help every country except America’
💬 “I have voted against every dime wasted on the war in Ukraine and have repeatedly called for peace. This time it is no different. To say that I am very unhappy that these politicians seem to want to help every single country except America is an understatement. I am beyond angry. It’s long past time we put America first,” Arizona Republican Congressman Paul Gosar told Sputnik, commenting on Saturday’s House vote to extend $95 billion in additional US aid to fuel conflicts abroad - $61 billion of that for Ukraine.
“I’m angry that Congress and Joe Biden don’t hesitate to find another $60 billion for a corrupt country but are unbothered that inflation is 19% higher since Biden took office, gasoline is hovering around $4 a gallon nationwide, 11 million illegal aliens have poured into our country, interest rates for a home mortgage are 8%, our roads and bridges are in disrepair, our national debt is $34 trillion, real wages are in decline, parents have to decide between feeding their children or putting fuel in their automobile and we have a growing veteran homeless crisis in every corner of our country,” the lawmaker emphasized.
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“Unfortunately, 210 Democrats joined 101 Republicans in voting in favor of wasting more money on a war half a globe away. America is in a ditch and too many in Congress refuse to find the will to address the long list of issues ailing our nation,” Gosar said.
“I’m angry that Congress and Joe Biden don’t hesitate to find another $60 billion for a corrupt country but are unbothered that inflation is 19% higher since Biden took office, gasoline is hovering around $4 a gallon nationwide, 11 million illegal aliens have poured into our country, interest rates for a home mortgage are 8%, our roads and bridges are in disrepair, our national debt is $34 trillion, real wages are in decline, parents have to decide between feeding their children or putting fuel in their automobile and we have a growing veteran homeless crisis in every corner of our country,” the lawmaker emphasized.
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🇮🇱 Israeli war cabinet minister Benny Gantz asked US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to reconsider the reported plan to sanction the IDF’s Netzah Yehuda Battalion, his office says in a readout of the conversation.
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US was shocked at 'worst-case scenario' scale of Iran’s retaliatory strike on Israel
The Biden administration was shocked at the scale of Iran’s retaliatory missile and drone barrage against Israel on April 13, The Wall Street Journal reported.
The level of Tehran’s first direct attack on Israel "matched worst-case scenarios," US officials were cited as admitting.
As President Joe Biden and his national security team huddled in the White House Situation Room that day, they reportedly feared the allied-bolstered defenses would not be sufficient to repel the assault. There had never before been an attempt to intercept so many drones, cruise and ballistic missiles at once, the report underscored.
Throughout the Iranian attack, the US, UK, France, and Jordan joined Israel in shooting down incoming drones and missiles, with Tel Aviv’s anti-missile systems reinforced by anti-missile and counter-drone deployments carried out ahead of the anticipated operation.
In retaliation for Tel Aviv's unprovoked April 1 attack on the Iranian Embassy compound in Damascus, Syria, Iran launched a massive drone and missile attack against Israel on April 13, assisted by Hezbollah and Yemen’s Houthis. Over 300 projectiles were fired at Israeli territory from Iran, with Tehran claiming the strike "hit designated targets." Israel's military has claimed that 99% of the projectiles were intercepted.
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The Biden administration was shocked at the scale of Iran’s retaliatory missile and drone barrage against Israel on April 13, The Wall Street Journal reported.
The level of Tehran’s first direct attack on Israel "matched worst-case scenarios," US officials were cited as admitting.
“This was on the high end, I think, of what we were anticipating,” one unnamed senior official said.
As President Joe Biden and his national security team huddled in the White House Situation Room that day, they reportedly feared the allied-bolstered defenses would not be sufficient to repel the assault. There had never before been an attempt to intercept so many drones, cruise and ballistic missiles at once, the report underscored.
Throughout the Iranian attack, the US, UK, France, and Jordan joined Israel in shooting down incoming drones and missiles, with Tel Aviv’s anti-missile systems reinforced by anti-missile and counter-drone deployments carried out ahead of the anticipated operation.
“The results of the defenses were unclear until all was said and done,” a senior Biden administration official was cited as saying.
In retaliation for Tel Aviv's unprovoked April 1 attack on the Iranian Embassy compound in Damascus, Syria, Iran launched a massive drone and missile attack against Israel on April 13, assisted by Hezbollah and Yemen’s Houthis. Over 300 projectiles were fired at Israeli territory from Iran, with Tehran claiming the strike "hit designated targets." Israel's military has claimed that 99% of the projectiles were intercepted.
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The underground shared footage with Sputnik of the recent attack on the Southern Port in Odessa.
"Yesterday Russia struck the southern port in Odessa; the video was sent by a member of the resistance," Sergey Lebedev, coordinator of the Nikolaev underground, told Sputnik, referring to his colleagues.
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"Yesterday Russia struck the southern port in Odessa; the video was sent by a member of the resistance," Sergey Lebedev, coordinator of the Nikolaev underground, told Sputnik, referring to his colleagues.
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A rally against the military plans of the United States, NATO, and the EU has been taking place near the Greek Ministry of National Defense in Athens, following the Marathon Peace March that ended in the evening. The rally started in the famous town of Marathon, where several hundred people gathered, and the number of participants grew to thousands by the time they reached the venue.
"Neither land nor water for murderers of nations. Give money for healthcare and education, not for NATO headquarters," the people are chanting.
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"Neither land nor water for murderers of nations. Give money for healthcare and education, not for NATO headquarters," the people are chanting.
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🔺Rep. Gosar to Sputnik: Congress ‘seems to want to help every country except America’
🔺Ukrainian Lawmaker Calls New Aid Package Gift to US Military-Industrial Complex
🔺The head of Moldova's Gagauz autonomous region Evgeniya Gutsul on Gagauz Autonomy's role and Moldova's course
🔺Israel will increase its military and political pressure on Hamas in the coming days, Netanyahu has said, promising "painful strikes"
🔺The US could resume military supplies to Ukraine by the end of next week, which will include ATACMS missiles, the head of the Senate Intelligence Committee said
🔺The leaders of the opposition parties of Moldova officially signed a document on unification into the "Pobeda" (Victory) political bloc
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🔺Ukrainian Lawmaker Calls New Aid Package Gift to US Military-Industrial Complex
🔺The head of Moldova's Gagauz autonomous region Evgeniya Gutsul on Gagauz Autonomy's role and Moldova's course
🔺Israel will increase its military and political pressure on Hamas in the coming days, Netanyahu has said, promising "painful strikes"
🔺The US could resume military supplies to Ukraine by the end of next week, which will include ATACMS missiles, the head of the Senate Intelligence Committee said
🔺The leaders of the opposition parties of Moldova officially signed a document on unification into the "Pobeda" (Victory) political bloc
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NATO chief Stoltenberg admits delay of US aid to Ukraine had consequences
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg claimed that the new Ukraine aid package did not come too late, although admitting that the delay had left consequences.
Stoltenberg complained that Russia had much more ammunition, while the Ukrainians had been forced to ration theirs. The Ukrainian military has also been struggling to strike down missiles and drones because it lacks ammunition for air defense systems, he added.
The US House of Representatives passed a $61-billion bill on Ukraine-related aid on Saturday. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said he hoped the upper house of Congress would have a vote on it as soon as Tuesday before it is sent to the president's desk.
The package provides $23.3 billion to replenish US weapon stocks and $13.8 billion to procure advanced weapons. It also includes a measure to provide Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) to Ukraine.
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NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg claimed that the new Ukraine aid package did not come too late, although admitting that the delay had left consequences.
"It is not too late but, of course, the delay has had real consequences. The Ukrainians are now for months being outgunned by roughly one to five, one to ten, depending on what part of the frontline you talk about," he told MSNBC.
Stoltenberg complained that Russia had much more ammunition, while the Ukrainians had been forced to ration theirs. The Ukrainian military has also been struggling to strike down missiles and drones because it lacks ammunition for air defense systems, he added.
The US House of Representatives passed a $61-billion bill on Ukraine-related aid on Saturday. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said he hoped the upper house of Congress would have a vote on it as soon as Tuesday before it is sent to the president's desk.
The package provides $23.3 billion to replenish US weapon stocks and $13.8 billion to procure advanced weapons. It also includes a measure to provide Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) to Ukraine.
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A US military base located outside the northeastern Syrian city of Al Hasakah came under a drone and rocket attack on Sunday night, a source in the know told Sputnik.
Media reported on Sunday that at least five rockets were fired toward the base from the Iraqi town of Zummar, just across the border from the Al Hasakah governorate.
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"The strikes at the American base at the Kharab al-Jir airport in the Al Hasakah suburns in northeastern Syria were launched using a drone and four rockets," the source said.
Media reported on Sunday that at least five rockets were fired toward the base from the Iraqi town of Zummar, just across the border from the Al Hasakah governorate.
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🇪🇺 🇷🇺 The West's focus on the military-industrial complex often prioritizes war over peace, says African expert
The idea of pushing war narratives is very central to the West's orientation in terms of a robust system of governance, Professor Emmanuel Remi Aiyede, a political science expert from the University of Ibadan in Nigeria, told Sputnik Africa, commenting on Russia's Sergey Lavrov's recent remarks about NATO's false narratives that Russia is planning to attack Europe.
He contended that the sanctions imposed on Moscow in connection with the conflict in Ukraine have had a boomerang effect, negatively affecting both Russia and Western countries, as well as other countries around the world, including in Africa.
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The idea of pushing war narratives is very central to the West's orientation in terms of a robust system of governance, Professor Emmanuel Remi Aiyede, a political science expert from the University of Ibadan in Nigeria, told Sputnik Africa, commenting on Russia's Sergey Lavrov's recent remarks about NATO's false narratives that Russia is planning to attack Europe.
"I think, first and foremost, the global system, especially as led by the West, is likely built around the military-industrial complex, and that's why peace all over the world is not necessarily the first objective of the West in international relations," Aiyede said.
He contended that the sanctions imposed on Moscow in connection with the conflict in Ukraine have had a boomerang effect, negatively affecting both Russia and Western countries, as well as other countries around the world, including in Africa.
"Our interest [in Africa] is global peace, our interest is collaboration with any part of the world that promises our own prosperity and success, economically and technologically," he said.
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NATO chief claims 'there are no plans' for allied combat presence in Ukraine
NATO has no plans to put boots on the ground in Ukraine despite the fact that several member states have posted uniformed military personnel to Kiev, Jens Stoltenberg said.
Stoltenberg argued that the presence of allied military personnel in Ukraine did not make the alliance or its member states party to the conflict.
The Norwegian also insisted that the military assistance flowing to Ukraine from NATO allies, including the $61 billion in funding passed by the US House of Representatives on Saturday, was no charity.
Pentagon spokesman Patrick Ryder said that Washington was considering sending more military advisers to the Office of Defense Cooperation at the US Embassy in Kiev. Ryder said that the office performed advisory and non-combat support missions despite being staffed exclusively with Department of Defense personnel.
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NATO has no plans to put boots on the ground in Ukraine despite the fact that several member states have posted uniformed military personnel to Kiev, Jens Stoltenberg said.
"There are no plans for any NATO combat presence in Ukraine but, of course, several NATO allies have men and women in uniform at the embassies giving advice," the secretary general told MSNBC.
Stoltenberg argued that the presence of allied military personnel in Ukraine did not make the alliance or its member states party to the conflict.
The Norwegian also insisted that the military assistance flowing to Ukraine from NATO allies, including the $61 billion in funding passed by the US House of Representatives on Saturday, was no charity.
Pentagon spokesman Patrick Ryder said that Washington was considering sending more military advisers to the Office of Defense Cooperation at the US Embassy in Kiev. Ryder said that the office performed advisory and non-combat support missions despite being staffed exclusively with Department of Defense personnel.
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Iraq, Turkiye to sign over 20 agreements during Erdogan’s visit to Baghdad
Iraqi PM Mohammed Shia Al Sudani and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan are expected to sign over 20 agreements during Erdogan’s visit to Iraq on Monday, Iraqi government spokesman Basem Al-Awadi told Sputnik.
The leaders will also discuss security issues, in particular the presence of Turkish forces in Iraq and the activities of the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) on Iraqi territory, he added.
On Sunday, Turkish newspaper Hurriyet reported that Ankara and Baghdad were expected to finalize an agreement on a joint operations center to fight the PKK and agree upon the creation of a security zone along the Turkish-Iraqi border during Erdogan’s visit.
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Iraqi PM Mohammed Shia Al Sudani and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan are expected to sign over 20 agreements during Erdogan’s visit to Iraq on Monday, Iraqi government spokesman Basem Al-Awadi told Sputnik.
"We will have signed an important strategic agreement related to water resources, water scarcity crisis, water investments ... In total more than 20 memorandums of understanding will be signed," Al-Awadi said.
The leaders will also discuss security issues, in particular the presence of Turkish forces in Iraq and the activities of the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) on Iraqi territory, he added.
On Sunday, Turkish newspaper Hurriyet reported that Ankara and Baghdad were expected to finalize an agreement on a joint operations center to fight the PKK and agree upon the creation of a security zone along the Turkish-Iraqi border during Erdogan’s visit.
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Freedom Flotilla with aid to Gaza continues to prepare for departure
Organizers of the new Freedom Flotilla with humanitarian shipment for the Gaza Strip continue preparations for its upcoming departure despite reports of talks between Turkiye and Israel to change the route, Turkish humanitarian relief foundation IHH told Sputnik.
On Sunday, Israeli news portal Ynet reported that Israeli and Turkish authorities were allegedly discussing sending the Freedom Flotilla to the Gaza Strip via Egypt to prevent a repeat of the events of 2010, when Israeli commandos intercepted a ship of the flotilla after it tried to breach the Gaza blockade, which resulted in deaths of 10 Turkish nationals.
The flotilla is scheduled to depart after April 24, IHH added.
The foundation previously did not rule out possible problems with the flotilla's attempts to reach Gaza, but added that there would be no security on the ships. Activists from some 60 countries, as well as journalists, will take part in the trip. Israel might stop the activists in international waters and arrest everybody on the boats or it might allow the passage, co-founder of the peace group CODEPINK Medea Benjamin had earlier told Sputnik.
The Gaza Freedom Flotilla Coalition was established in 2010 by the Free Gaza Movement and the Turkish Foundation for Human Rights and Freedoms and Humanitarian Relief (IHH). The coalition aims to support the Palestinian people and deliver humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip by breaking the Israeli blockade of the enclave.
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Organizers of the new Freedom Flotilla with humanitarian shipment for the Gaza Strip continue preparations for its upcoming departure despite reports of talks between Turkiye and Israel to change the route, Turkish humanitarian relief foundation IHH told Sputnik.
On Sunday, Israeli news portal Ynet reported that Israeli and Turkish authorities were allegedly discussing sending the Freedom Flotilla to the Gaza Strip via Egypt to prevent a repeat of the events of 2010, when Israeli commandos intercepted a ship of the flotilla after it tried to breach the Gaza blockade, which resulted in deaths of 10 Turkish nationals.
"Preparations for the departure of the flotilla are proceeding as usual," the foundation said.
The flotilla is scheduled to depart after April 24, IHH added.
The foundation previously did not rule out possible problems with the flotilla's attempts to reach Gaza, but added that there would be no security on the ships. Activists from some 60 countries, as well as journalists, will take part in the trip. Israel might stop the activists in international waters and arrest everybody on the boats or it might allow the passage, co-founder of the peace group CODEPINK Medea Benjamin had earlier told Sputnik.
The Gaza Freedom Flotilla Coalition was established in 2010 by the Free Gaza Movement and the Turkish Foundation for Human Rights and Freedoms and Humanitarian Relief (IHH). The coalition aims to support the Palestinian people and deliver humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip by breaking the Israeli blockade of the enclave.
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Russia creates digital security system to protect facilities from drones
Russia has created a digital security system dubbed "Pyatnitsa," which means Friday in Russian, designed to protect important large-scale facilities from drone attacks, the developer of this system told Sputnik, adding that the system would be presented at the Army-2024 forum.
The exhibition will be held from August 12-18 in the town of Kubinka near Moscow.
The system will help "cover" large-scale facilities, including industrial enterprises, attacked by Ukrainian drones, he added.
The system was named "Pyatnitsa" because it was invented on Friday, he said, adding that "there are no more hidden meanings here."
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Russia has created a digital security system dubbed "Pyatnitsa," which means Friday in Russian, designed to protect important large-scale facilities from drone attacks, the developer of this system told Sputnik, adding that the system would be presented at the Army-2024 forum.
The exhibition will be held from August 12-18 in the town of Kubinka near Moscow.
"Most likely, we will present automatic machine gun platforms at the Army [forum], as well as our digital security system 'Pyatnitsa' ... This is a software solution that integrates everything into a single hub. We have drawn the best from industry and cybersecurity, merging everything together and thus getting the ability to control disparate devices in large area facilities," the system's developer said.
The system will help "cover" large-scale facilities, including industrial enterprises, attacked by Ukrainian drones, he added.
"We have to figure out how to work on the drone, based on the specifics of the types of UAVs [unmanned aerial vehicles], without wasting time. The system 'Pyatnitsa' helps us choose the optimal type of impact based on different factors," the system's developer said.
The system was named "Pyatnitsa" because it was invented on Friday, he said, adding that "there are no more hidden meanings here."
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Hezbollah downs Israeli drone over Southern Lebanon
Lebanese armed group Hezbollah said on Sunday it had shot down an Israeli drone over the country's south.
Hezbollah identified the drone as a Hermes 450, which is a multi-role combat drone produced by Haifa-based Elbit Systems. It is designed for reconnaissance and surveillance missions.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) later confirmed that its drone had been shot down by a surface-to-air missile over Lebanon.
The Israeli military also said that it would continue to operate in Lebanese airspace to "protect the state of Israel."
Israel and Hezbollah have been exchanging airstrikes regularly since October 2023, as the situation in the region deteriorated dramatically after Israel launched military operations in the Gaza Strip following the October 7 attack by Palestinian movement Hamas.
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Lebanese armed group Hezbollah said on Sunday it had shot down an Israeli drone over the country's south.
"Islamic resistance fighters shot down an enemy drone over the Al Aishiyeh area in southern Lebanon at 10:50 p.m. [19:50 GMT] on Sunday," the statement read.
Hezbollah identified the drone as a Hermes 450, which is a multi-role combat drone produced by Haifa-based Elbit Systems. It is designed for reconnaissance and surveillance missions.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) later confirmed that its drone had been shot down by a surface-to-air missile over Lebanon.
"IAF [Israeli air force] fighter jets struck the launch site from which the missile was fired," the IDF added in a statement on Telegram.
The Israeli military also said that it would continue to operate in Lebanese airspace to "protect the state of Israel."
Israel and Hezbollah have been exchanging airstrikes regularly since October 2023, as the situation in the region deteriorated dramatically after Israel launched military operations in the Gaza Strip following the October 7 attack by Palestinian movement Hamas.
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Germany's Scholz thanks Norway for providing gas to country after cutting ties with Russia
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz thanked Norway for providing gas to the country instead of Russia, adding that Oslo became Berlin's largest gas supplier.
Scholz also claimed that the era of fossil fuels is coming to an end, which means changing industrial processes.
Scholz attended the opening ceremony of the Hanover Fair on Sunday. Norwegian PM Jonas Gahr Store also attended the event.
In order to remain Germany's largest gas supplier, Norway is currently developing additional gas deposits, the chancellor said.
Germany, along with several other European countries, decided to reduce its energy dependence on Russia after the start of Moscow's special military operation in Ukraine in February 2022. Halting the flow of Russian gas to Europe led to a spike in energy prices and shortages, forcing countries to look for alternatives, which also included the United States and its liquefied natural gas exports.
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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz thanked Norway for providing gas to the country instead of Russia, adding that Oslo became Berlin's largest gas supplier.
"We have to thank Norway for the fact that in just a few months we have managed to become completely independent of Russian energy. You have reliably supplied us with gas, even more than originally agreed, and you will remain our largest gas supplier in the coming years," Scholz was quoted as saying at the fair by the German government.
Scholz also claimed that the era of fossil fuels is coming to an end, which means changing industrial processes.
Scholz attended the opening ceremony of the Hanover Fair on Sunday. Norwegian PM Jonas Gahr Store also attended the event.
In order to remain Germany's largest gas supplier, Norway is currently developing additional gas deposits, the chancellor said.
Germany, along with several other European countries, decided to reduce its energy dependence on Russia after the start of Moscow's special military operation in Ukraine in February 2022. Halting the flow of Russian gas to Europe led to a spike in energy prices and shortages, forcing countries to look for alternatives, which also included the United States and its liquefied natural gas exports.
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World military expenditure reaches all-time high of $2,443Bln in 2023
Global military expenditure increased by 6.8% in 2023 year-over-year and reached a new record high of $2,443 billion, with the three largest spenders being the US, China and Russia, according to new data published on Monday by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
Moreover, military expenditure increased in all five of the geographical regions defined by SIPRI, the institute added.
The US remained the world's biggest military spender with a 37% share of the world total and $916 billion spent in 2023. It is followed by China with a 12% share and an estimated $296 billion spent on the military and Russia with a 4.5% share and an estimated $109 billion spent on defense last year, which represents a 24% increase compared to 2022.
Ukraine, the eighth largest spender in 2023, increased its military spending by 51% year-over-year to $64.8 billion, which is 58% of the country's total government spending.
The Middle East has seen a 9% surge in military spending, with Israel's spending growing by 24% to $27.5 billion amid its operation in the Gaza Strip, the institute added.
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Global military expenditure increased by 6.8% in 2023 year-over-year and reached a new record high of $2,443 billion, with the three largest spenders being the US, China and Russia, according to new data published on Monday by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
"World military expenditure rose for the ninth consecutive year to an all-time high of $2,443 billion," SIPRI said.
Moreover, military expenditure increased in all five of the geographical regions defined by SIPRI, the institute added.
The US remained the world's biggest military spender with a 37% share of the world total and $916 billion spent in 2023. It is followed by China with a 12% share and an estimated $296 billion spent on the military and Russia with a 4.5% share and an estimated $109 billion spent on defense last year, which represents a 24% increase compared to 2022.
Ukraine, the eighth largest spender in 2023, increased its military spending by 51% year-over-year to $64.8 billion, which is 58% of the country's total government spending.
The Middle East has seen a 9% surge in military spending, with Israel's spending growing by 24% to $27.5 billion amid its operation in the Gaza Strip, the institute added.
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US base in Syria struck for the first time for months
At least five rockets were launched from Iraq's town of Zummar towards troops at a coalition base in Rumalyn, Syria on Sunday, Reuters reported citing two Iraqi security sources and a US official.
After the Iraqi attack, an aircraft from the US-led coalition in Iraq and Syria carried out a strike against the launcher, the US official told Reuters.
The attack against US forces is the first since early February. Telegram group affiliated with the Iraqi Kataib Hezbollah movement announced the resumption of strikes against US forces due to the lack of progress with the withdrawal of US troops from Iraq.
The US forces destroyed a small truck with a rocket launcher on the back parked in Zummar. The investigation of the attack jointly with "the coalition forces in Iraq" was launched.
The Iraqi Security Media Cell stated that Iraqi forces began "a wide-ranging search and inspection operation."
Notably, the day before the attack Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani returned from a visit to the US, where he met with Joe Biden at the White House.
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At least five rockets were launched from Iraq's town of Zummar towards troops at a coalition base in Rumalyn, Syria on Sunday, Reuters reported citing two Iraqi security sources and a US official.
"Five rockets were fired from Hamad Agha village in the Zummar district, northwest of Mosul, towards the American base at Khirbet Al-Jir in the northern countryside of al-Hasakah," Iraqi news outlet Shafaq News reports.
After the Iraqi attack, an aircraft from the US-led coalition in Iraq and Syria carried out a strike against the launcher, the US official told Reuters.
The attack against US forces is the first since early February. Telegram group affiliated with the Iraqi Kataib Hezbollah movement announced the resumption of strikes against US forces due to the lack of progress with the withdrawal of US troops from Iraq.
The US forces destroyed a small truck with a rocket launcher on the back parked in Zummar. The investigation of the attack jointly with "the coalition forces in Iraq" was launched.
The Iraqi Security Media Cell stated that Iraqi forces began "a wide-ranging search and inspection operation."
Notably, the day before the attack Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani returned from a visit to the US, where he met with Joe Biden at the White House.
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