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Israel hammers Hamas-ruled Gaza with 4th night of airstrikes as Israelis find

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[ad_1] The death toll continued to climb as Israel bombarded Gaza on Tuesday, marking the fourth day of hostilities between Israel and Hamas. More than 1,200 people have been killed in Israel, authorities for the country said, while the Gaza health ministry said Tuesday that 900 had been killed in the strip.  Israel has declared war on Hamas following the group's surprise assault that began Saturday.  Here are some key developments: Relentless airstrikes: Israel conducted airstrikes on Gaza throughout the day Tuesday and into early Wednesday, attacking hundreds of targets in the Palestinian territory, the IDF said . While Israel says it is targeting weapons storage centers and infrastructure used by Hamas militants, the United Nations says more than a dozen health facilities have also been struck.  Hamas takes hostages : Hamas has taken more than 100 people hostage, some of whom are Americans, according to Israeli officials. The group has said it will not ne...

Ukraine war live updates: Moscow says it'll try to retrieve U.S. drone; British and German fighter jets intercept Russian aircraft

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[ad_1] Drone warfare in Bakhmut An Ukrainian serviceman attaches a hand grenade to use in an attack, near Bachmut, in the region of Donbas. An Ukrainian serviceman attaches a hand grenade on a drone to use in an attack, near Bachmut, in the region of Donbas, on March 15, 2023.  Aris Messinis | AFP | Getty Images An Ukrainian serviceman attaches a hand grenade on a drone to use in an attack, near Bachmut, in the region of Donbas, on March 15, 2023.  Aris Messinis | AFP | Getty Images — Aris Messinis | AFP | Getty Images Russia ambassador says Moscow will "no longer allow anyone to break into its waters" Russia's Ambassador to the U.S. Anatoly Antonov appeared to blame the U.S. for the downing of a U.S. drone over the Black Sea on Tuesday that the U.S. military blamed on the "reckless" and "unsafe" behavior of Russian fighter jets. Mark Wilson | Getty Images News | Getty Images Russia's Ambassador Anatoly Antonov said that Moscow will "no l...

Ukraine war live updates: Russia says loss of Wagner forces poses 'no threat' to its combat abilities; militia group suspends recruitment

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[ad_1] Moscow's combat position in the war in Ukraine will not be impacted by the loss of troops belonging to Russian paramilitary group Wagner, according to a senior Russian defense official. Wagner forces were integral to Moscow's advance in Kyiv before the group staged an attempted insurrection at the end of last month, damaging relations with the Kremlin's top military brass irreconcilably. The failed rebellion propelled Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin into exile in Belarus and the militia group said it has now suspended recruitment as it relocates to the country. Members of Wagner group looks from a military vehicle in Rostov-on-Don late on June 24, 2023.  Roman Romokhov | AFP | Getty Images Elsewhere, a new center for the prosecution of aggression in Ukraine opens on Monday, bolstering the capabilities of the Dutch-based International Criminal Court, which is limited in its mandate to pursue crimes of aggression. The ICC already has open warrants for Russian Pres...

Russia arrests Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, accuses him of

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[ad_1] Moscow — A U.S. journalist working for The Wall Street Journal has been arrested in Russia on charges of spying for Washington, Russia's FSB security services said Thursday. The announcement marks a serious escalation in Kremlin's efforts to silence perceived critics, a crackdown that gained momentum following Russia's military operation in Ukraine last year. The FSB security services said they had "halted the illegal activities of U.S. citizen Evan Geshkovich," saying The Wall Street Journal reporter was "suspected of spying in the interests of the American government." Evan Gershkovich, a reporter for The Wall Street Journal, is seen in an undated photo from his LinkedIn profile.  Evan Gershkovich/LinkedIn Their statement confirmed that Geshkovich, 31, was working with press accreditation issued by the Russian foreign minist...

10/15: Face The Nation

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[ad_1] 10/15: Face The Nation - CBS News Watch CBS News This week on "Face the Nation," White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan discusses the situation in Gaza as Israel says an invasion is imminent. Plus, Charlie D'Agata and Imtiaz Tyab report from the Middle East and an interview with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On [ad_2] Source link https://worldnews2023.com/top-stories/10-15-face-the-nation/?feed_id=163210&_unique_id=654a52768c768

Ukraine war live updates: 'Massive' overnight strikes by Iranian drones hit Kyiv; Zelenskyy welcomes 'good result' from NATO summit

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[ad_1] Ukrainian parliament member gives thanks after UK defense minister urges more gratitude from Kyiv Ukrainian parliament member Oleksiy Goncharenko on Twitter thanked British Defense Minister Ben Wallace, a day after the U.K. politician urged Kyiv to show more gratitude to invite further donations from Western politicians. "I want to say that we are really grateful to @BWallaceMP for everything he has done for Ukraine. The United Kingdom has always supported us, they are one of our most important allies. They helped us with weapons (a lot of weapons) and provided humanitarian aid. Unfortunately, such words were said yesterday. But Ben Wallace did a lot for our country," Goncharenko said. British Defence Secretary Ben Wallace. Ian Forsyth | Getty Images News | Getty Images The U.K. has been a steadfast supporter and aid supplier for Kyiv since Russia's full-fledged invasion of Ukraine last year. "Whether we like it or not, people want to see gratitude,...