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AI, cybersecurity conference in Cyprus

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AI, cybersecurity conference in Cyprus

An international conference on artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity in civil and military aviation will be held next Thursday. The conference is expected to have over 90 attendees and will feature speakers from international and European organizations, as well as the USA, Asia, and the Middle East. AI and cybersecurity are crucial in the aviation sector, with 42 million flights worldwide carrying 4.5 billion passengers each year. The event will focus on highlighting the benefits and challenges of AI and suggest partnerships between relevant international organizations and states.

No state scholarships for those avoiding conscription

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No state scholarships for those avoiding conscription

Males who have not completed their military service or who have secured an army deferment for reasons other than their college studies may not apply for a state scholarship.

IDF investigating reported exchange of fire with Egyptian soldiers

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IDF investigating reported exchange of fire with Egyptian soldiers

The Israeli military is investigating reports of an exchange of fire between Israeli and Egyptian soldiers near the Rafah border crossing with Gaza.

Reports of ‘horrifying’ mass casualties in Rafah, UNRWA says [PHOTOS]

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Reports of ‘horrifying’ mass casualties in Rafah, UNRWA says [PHOTOS]

UNRWA described reports of attacks on families seeking shelter in Rafah as “horrifying”. Israeli air strikes killed at least 35 Palestinians in a designated area for the displaced in Rafah. The Israeli military targeted Hamas officials in Rafah, causing civilian casualties. The International Committee of the Red Cross reported an influx of casualties in Rafah. The Israeli military continued operations in Rafah despite a U.N. court ruling. Hamas fired rockets in response to Israeli attacks. Nearly 36,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israel’s offensive in Gaza.

Violence against civilians in Gaza ‘no longer justifiable,’ Italy says

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Violence against civilians in Gaza ‘no longer justifiable,’ Italy says

Italy strongly criticized Israeli attacks on Palestinian civilians in Gaza, stating that the situation is increasingly difficult and no longer justifiable. Defence Minister Guido Crosetto expressed despair over the situation and emphasized the need to distinguish between Hamas and the Palestinian people. Italy has previously supported Israel’s right to defend itself from Hamas but has urged for a ceasefire and the release of Israeli hostages.

More aid trucks expected to roll into Gaza

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More aid trucks expected to roll into Gaza

Israel allowed around 200 aid trucks into Gaza through the Kerem Shalom crossing, bypassing the blocked Rafah crossing. The aid shipments were agreed upon between U.S. President Joe Biden and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. Israel is facing pressure to provide more aid to Gaza after months of conflict causing destruction and hunger. The Rafah crossing has been closed for almost three weeks, with Egypt refusing to open its side. Israel has opened new crossing points and is cooperating with the United States to distribute supplies. Israeli strikes in Rafah have killed at least five Palestinians, with ongoing operations to root out Hamas fighters and rescue hostages. Efforts to agree on a ceasefire and return hostages have been ongoing, with some movement after meetings between Israeli and U.S. intelligence officials and the prime minister of Qatar. Hamas demands the complete and permanent end of aggression in all of Gaza, not just Rafah. Israel insists the war will not end until Hamas is eliminated.

Lagging in polls, UK Conservatives pitch national service at 18

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Lagging in polls, UK Conservatives pitch national service at 18

The Conservative Party in Britain plans to introduce mandatory national service for 18-year-olds if they win the national election on July 4.

After China drills, Taiwan president again extends goodwill

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After China drills, Taiwan president again extends goodwill

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te extended goodwill towards and offered cooperation with China following Chinese war games near the island. China carried out military drills in response to Lai’s inauguration speech, which Beijing viewed as a push for Taiwan’s independence. Lai rejects Beijing’s claims of sovereignty and has offered talks, but has been rejected. Lai called on China to share responsibility for regional stability and expressed a desire for mutual understanding and reconciliation through cooperation. Taiwan condemned China’s war games and discovered a cardboard box with political slogans written in simplified Chinese characters suspected to be dropped by a drone. China’s military has been releasing propaganda videos directed at Taiwan since the drills began.

Hamas armed wing says it launched ‘big missile’ attack on Tel Aviv

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Hamas armed wing says it launched ‘big missile’ attack on Tel Aviv

Hamas’ armed wing, al-Qassam Brigades, launched a missile attack on Tel Aviv in response to alleged “Zionist massacres against civilians.” The rockets were launched from the Gaza Strip, marking the first time rocket sirens were heard in Tel Aviv in four months. No casualties were reported, indicating that Hamas is still capable of firing long-range rockets despite Israeli military efforts.

Three bodies retrieved from Papua New Guinea landslide, UN says

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Three bodies retrieved from Papua New Guinea landslide, UN says

Three bodies were found in the aftermath of a massive landslide in Papua New Guinea, with the death toll expected to rise. Over 300 people were buried in the landslide, impacting multiple villages. Search and rescue efforts are ongoing in the mountainous area, with many still missing. The terrain remains unstable, posing a risk for more homes if the landslide continues.