retaliation

Hezbollah launches deepest attack into Israel since Gaza war

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Hezbollah launches deepest attack into Israel since Gaza war

Hezbollah launched a drone attack on Israeli military bases near Acre, Israel, in retaliation for an Israeli attack that killed one of its fighters. Israeli airstrikes also killed two Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon. Israeli strikes have killed around 270 Hezbollah fighters and about 50 civilians, while Hezbollah’s attacks have killed around a dozen Israeli soldiers and half as many civilians, displacing tens of thousands on each side.

Yen trades higher on risk-on sentiment, despite dovish ECB

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Yen trades higher on risk-on sentiment, despite dovish ECB

The Japanese yen traded stronger against the euro at 164.90 on Monday. Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda made dovish remarks about the need to maintain accommodative monetary policies due to low inflation.

Auditor-general reports latest legal service spat to EU Commission (Update 2)

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Auditor-general reports latest legal service spat to EU Commission (Update 2)

Fact: The Audit Office reported the Legal Service to the European Commission and the International Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions (Intosai) due to allegations of threats, revenge, and efforts to remove the auditor general from his post.

Oil ends week in negative territory, despite tensions

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Oil ends week in negative territory, despite tensions

Fact: Despite escalating geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran, oil prices closed the week lower and are still below recent highs.

Supreme Leader Khamenei says Iran demonstrated its power against Israel

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Supreme Leader Khamenei says Iran demonstrated its power against Israel

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei thanked the country’s armed forces for their attack on Israel, saying Iran demonstrated its power regardless of how many targets were hit. Iran launched over 300 missiles and drones in retaliation for an attack on its embassy in Damascus. The attack caused modest damage in Israel, with most missiles and drones shot down. Khamenei emphasized that Iran’s display of power was the main focus, not the number of hits. Iran also downplayed an Israeli attack on Isfahan, with no plans for retaliation to avoid escalating tensions. Khamenei urged military officials to continue innovating and learning enemy tactics.

Ino Afentouli: Cyprus’ solidarity towards Israel should not stop

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Ino Afentouli: Cyprus’ solidarity towards Israel should not stop

Last week, the world saw Iran’s attack on Israel amidst ongoing tensions in the Gaza Strip, highlighting the thin line between tension and conflict in the Middle East. Ino Afentouli, from Panteion University, emphasized that a regional conflict involving Iran and Israel would have adverse consequences for Cyprus and Greece. The conflict has halted economic cooperation and development plans in the region. Afentouli also mentioned that Cyprus could face increased migrant flows similar to those seen during the war in Syria. She emphasized the importance of solidarity with Israel for Cyprus and Greece, despite supporting the rights of the Palestinian people. The conflict could have significant impacts on Europe’s security and stability.

The Auditor General fires at the Attorney General – “They are working on a plan to eliminate me”

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The Auditor General fires at the Attorney General – “They are working on a plan to eliminate me”

The Deputy Attorney General has filed a petition to the Supreme Constitutional Court for the dismissal of the Auditor General, according to a statement by the Audit Office. The Attorney General and Deputy Attorney General are accused of trying to eliminate Odysseas Michaelides in retaliation for his highlighting of unethical actions by the Assistant Attorney General.

Deputy AG calls for investigation into auditor general

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Deputy AG calls for investigation into auditor general

Fact: Deputy attorney-general Savvas Angelides called for an independent investigation into auditor-general Odysseas Michaelides.

Iraq’s PMF force says base was attacked, army investigates

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Iraq’s PMF force says base was attacked, army investigates

A huge blast at a military base in Iraq killed a member of an Iraqi security force that includes Iran-backed groups. The Iraqi military is investigating the cause of the explosion, which killed one person and wounded eight others. The incident occurred in Babil province amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, including recent attacks between Iran and Israel. The PMF, which includes Iran-backed groups, has previously targeted U.S. troops and Israel, claiming support for Palestinians. The U.S. military denied reports of carrying out airstrikes in Iraq.

Iran’s foreign minister downplays drone attack, says Tehran investigating

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Iran’s foreign minister downplays drone attack, says Tehran investigating

Iran’s foreign minister downplayed an overnight attack on Iran, stating that there was no proven link to Israel. The attack involved drones that were downed after flying only a few hundred meters. Iranian media described the incident as an attack by “infiltrators” rather than by Israel. The attack targeted an Iranian Air Force base near Isfahan but did not cause major damage. Israel had previously said it would retaliate after a strike on April 13, but as of now, there has been no word on further action. The ongoing violence between Israel and Iranian proxies has raised fears of escalation into a direct conflict.