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World Court orders Israel to stop Rafah offensive

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World Court orders Israel to stop Rafah offensive

Judges at the International Court of Justice ordered Israel to immediately halt its military assault on the southern Gaza city of Rafah. The court backed a South African request to stop Israel’s offensive in Rafah, with Israel arguing its operations are self-defense against Hamas militants. Israel’s assault on Rafah has forced hundreds of thousands of Palestinians to flee, cutting off aid and raising the risk of famine. The court’s rulings are final and binding, but lack enforcement powers. Israel faces diplomatic pressure and accusations of crimes against humanity at the International Criminal Court. Israel denies charges of genocide and continues its military operations in Gaza.

Euros & Dollars: Bad Timing for Lithuania’s Tax Hikes

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Euros & Dollars: Bad Timing for Lithuania's Tax Hikes

The Lithuanian Finance Ministry proposed increasing the corporate tax rate by one percentage point, hiking excise duty on fuel, and introducing a tax on some insurance contracts to raise additional funds for defense.

World Court to rule on Friday on measures over Israel’s Rafah offensive

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World Court to rule on Friday on measures over Israel’s Rafah offensive

The International Court of Justice will rule on South Africa’s request to order a halt to Israel’s Rafah offensive in Gaza. South Africa accused Israel of genocide and demanded emergency measures to protect Rafah and allow access to Gaza for humanitarian aid. Israel launched the assault on Gaza after militants stormed into southern Israel, resulting in numerous casualties. The International Criminal Court has requested arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and others for alleged war crimes.

Origins of recovered military-grade weapons investigated

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Origins of recovered military-grade weapons investigated

– The G3 military rifle found in an Oroklini cemetery did not originate from the national guard, but likely came from the Turkish army.
– The recovered weapons included a rocket launcher, cartridges, a pistol with a silencer, and improvised explosive devices, one of which was connected to a mobile phone.
– The bust was described as possibly the largest number of weapons and explosives found in Cyprus to date.
– Two men, aged 46 and 35, were remanded in connection with the case after being seen taking items from the grave where the weapons were stored.
– Police are examining all possibilities regarding the origin and purposes for which the arms were intended.

Analysis: Israel’s allies grapple with bid for ICC warrant against Netanyahu

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Analysis: Israel’s allies grapple with bid for ICC warrant against Netanyahu

International Criminal Court Prosecutor Karim Khan has requested an arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, causing a diplomatic dilemma for key member states who must balance support for Israel with backing the ICC’s actions. Some capitals, such as Paris, London, and Berlin, were informed beforehand about the plans, but many have not disclosed how they will respond if warrants are issued. Germany, in particular, faces challenges due to its support for Israel’s security and the ICC prosecutor’s independence. U.S. President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken have criticized the move, while European countries like Britain and Italy are divided over the issue. The ICC has jurisdiction over the conflict between Israel and Hamas since October 7, 2022, despite Israel not being a member of the court. The international community’s response to the arrest warrants will be crucial for the ICC’s credibility and the rule of law.

Weapons found in Oroklini grave not part of National Guard inventory

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Weapons found in Oroklini grave not part of National Guard inventory

The G3 rifle seized from a criminal group in Oroklini is not part of the National Guard’s inventory, indicating it may have originated from the Turkish military. The specific features of the rifle match those used by the Turkish military, as the German manufacturer Heckler & Koch licensed G3 rifle production to Turkey. Police arrested two men and seized a large cache of weapons, explosives, and ammunition, leading authorities to believe the group may have been planning criminal acts. Both suspects are in police custody, and all recovered items will undergo forensic examination.

Drug squad followed largest-ever arms cache suspects for hours

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Drug squad followed largest-ever arms cache suspects for hours

Two men, aged 46 and 35, were arrested and remanded for eight days after the largest cache of weapons and explosives ever found in Cyprus was discovered at a cemetery in Oroklini.

Tony Watson blew the whistle on Lendlease’s questionable tax practices. Now he has to sell his family home

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Tony Watson blew the whistle on Lendlease's questionable tax practices. Now he has to sell his family home

Lendlease is facing a big battle with major investors, with a showdown expected later this month.

Remands after , ‘largest ever’ weapons cache found (updated)

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Remands after , ‘largest ever’ weapons cache found (updated)

Two men, aged 46 and 35, were remanded in custody after the largest cache of weapons and explosives ever found in Cyprus was discovered in an Oroklini cemetery. The weapons included a rocket launcher, improvised explosive devices, and firearms. Police are investigating the origin and intended purposes of the arms, and have ruled out a terrorist attack. The 46-year-old man was seen taking a bag containing weapons from a grave, while the 35-year-old was also seen removing items from the same grave. The investigation includes examining CCTV footage, monitoring National Guard camps, and further examining the explosives found.