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ICC prosecutor’s move against Netanyahu and Gallant is ‘scandalous’, Israeli minister says

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ICC prosecutor’s move against Netanyahu and Gallant is ‘scandalous’, Israeli minister says

The International Criminal Court prosecutor is seeking arrest warrants for Israel’s Prime Minister and Defence Minister, as well as three leaders of Hamas, over alleged war crimes. Israel’s Foreign Minister called the request “scandalous” and opened a special war room to counteract the move, which he believes is aimed at tying Israel’s hands in exercising its right to self-defence. Katz also plans to urge foreign ministers of leading countries to oppose the prosecutor’s decision.

In divided Iran, president’s death met by muted mourning and furtive celebration

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In divided Iran, president’s death met by muted mourning and furtive celebration

Iran declared five days of mourning for President Ebrahim Raisi, but the response was subdued compared to previous senior figure deaths. Despite prayers and mourning, most shops remained open. Raisi’s crackdown on anti-establishment protests in 2022-2023 led to opposition celebrating his death. Critics do not expect significant change in the regime after his passing. Raisi’s legacy is divisive, with supporters praising his work ethic and opponents condemning his role in past executions. Many Iranians believe another hardline figure will replace him, continuing the current regime’s policies.

Protestors block New Caledonia roads as French police pour in

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Protestors block New Caledonia roads as French police pour in

Fact: A thousand police arrived in New Caledonia from France to help control the riots and unrest on the Pacific island.

Iranian President Raisi feared dead as helicopter wreckage found

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Iranian President Raisi feared dead as helicopter wreckage found

The fact described in the text is that hopes are fading that Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister have survived a helicopter crash in mountainous terrain and icy weather, as search teams located the wreckage and all passengers are feared dead.

Rescue teams searching for helicopter carrying Iran’s President Raisi after ‘rough landing’ (update 2)

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Rescue teams searching for helicopter carrying Iran’s President Raisi after ‘rough landing’ (update 2)

A helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister crashed in heavy fog on the way back from a visit to the border with Azerbaijan. The lives of Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian were at risk. Rescue efforts were complicated by bad weather. State TV showed prayers being held for Raisi and live coverage of rescue teams searching the mountainous area. Raisi, who was elected president in 2021, has been involved in tightening morality laws, cracking down on protests, and nuclear talks with world powers. The supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has endorsed Raisi’s policies and many see him as a strong contender to succeed Khamenei. Interior Minister Ahmed Vahidi stated that one of the helicopters in a group of three had crashed, and further details were awaited. Raisi had been at the Azerbaijani border to inaugurate a joint project.

Helicopter carrying Iran, ’s President Raisi makes rough landing, Iranian media say

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Helicopter carrying Iran, ’s President Raisi makes rough landing, Iranian media say

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister were involved in a helicopter crash while crossing a mountainous area in heavy fog on their way back from a visit to Azerbaijan.

Australians stranded in New Caledonia ‘running out of food’ amid civil unrest

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Australians stranded in New Caledonia ‘running out of food’ amid civil unrest

Australians stranded in New Caledonia are rationing food as they wait for a way out of the troubled Pacific island territory after riots that killed four people. The riots were sparked by anger among indigenous Kanak people over a new bill that gives French people who have lived in New Caledonia for at least 10 years the right to vote. The unrest has resulted in burnt businesses, torched cars, looted shops, and road barricades, cutting off access to medicine and food. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong stated that Canberra is working with authorities in France and New Caledonia to assess options for Australians to safely depart. The New Caledonia government said the island has food stocks for two months, but the problem lies in distribution. French officials plan to remove road barricades booby-trapped by activists to supply food and medicine to the public.

Australians stranded in New Caledonia , ‘running out of food’ amid civil unrest

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Australians stranded in New Caledonia , ‘running out of food’ amid civil unrest

Australians stranded in New Caledonia are rationing food as they wait for a way out of the Pacific island territory after unrest that has killed six people.

Government spokesman: Ankara, ’s role crucial in Cyprus talks

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Government spokesman: Ankara, ’s role crucial in Cyprus talks

Ankara is key to the efforts aimed at solving the Cyprus problem, according to government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis. EU-Turkey relations can play a significant role in this effort. Through dialogue, answers can be given to the concerns and worries of both Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots. Initiatives and measures are being taken to create positive conditions for the resumption of peace talks. Diplomatic efforts will continue to play a role in resolving the issue.