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Russia pounded Ukraine with 3,000 bombs in March, Zelenskiy says

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Russia pounded Ukraine with 3,000 bombs in March, Zelenskiy says

Russia significantly escalated its military attacks on Ukraine in March, launching over 3,000 guided aerial bombs, 600 drones, and 400 missiles. Additionally, Russia has intensified its air strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, causing further damage to an already weakened system. The use of guided air-dropped bombs has also increased, allowing Russia to efficiently target Ukrainian positions with large amounts of explosives.

Iran vows revenge on Israel after Damascus embassy attack

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Iran vows revenge on Israel after Damascus embassy attack

Iran has vowed to retaliate against Israel for an airstrike that killed two of its generals and five other military advisers in Damascus, heightening tensions in the Middle East conflict. The attack on the Iranian embassy compound in Syria was one of the most significant strikes on Iranian interests in the country. Israel has not claimed responsibility for the attack, but a senior Israeli official stated that the individuals targeted had been planning attacks on Israeli and American assets. Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei promised revenge for the attack. The attack has drawn condemnation from Russia and raised concerns about escalating tensions in the region.

‘Hallmarks of genocide’ in Russian crimes across Ukraine, Ukrainian prosecutor says

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‘Hallmarks of genocide’ in Russian crimes across Ukraine, Ukrainian prosecutor says

Ukraine’s top prosecutor, Andriy Kostin, stated that Russian crimes in occupied Ukrainian territories, including the Bucha massacres, exhibit genocidal behavior. Over 125,000 alleged war crimes by Russian forces have been recorded, with thousands in Bucha. Kostin believes these crimes show signs of genocide and should be tried domestically and at the International Criminal Court. The ICC has issued arrest warrants for Russian suspects, including President Putin, for war crimes and crimes against humanity. Kostin aims to prosecute these crimes up to Russia’s military and political leadership in both Ukrainian and international courts.

Israeli airstrike kills 7 air workers in Gaza, Netanyahu says it was ‘unintentional’

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Israeli airstrike kills 7 air workers in Gaza, Netanyahu says it was ‘unintentional’

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his regret over an Israeli airstrike that unintentionally killed seven people working for Jose Andres’ World Central Kitchen charity in Gaza. The airstrike hit a WCK convoy, killing citizens of Australia, Britain, and Poland, as well as Palestinians and a dual citizen of the United States and Canada. The Israeli military pledged an independent inquiry into the incident, which drew widespread condemnation and increased pressure to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

EXPLAINER-South Korea’s Yoon hints at flexibility in doctors’ strike as election looms

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EXPLAINER-South Korea’s Yoon hints at flexibility in doctors’ strike as election looms

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has shown flexibility in his medical reform plan amid a standoff with doctors ahead of parliamentary elections. The plan aims to increase medical school admissions by 2,000 starting in 2025. Yoon is open to adjusting the reform if doctors offer a reasonable alternative proposal. Polls show public support for increased admissions but dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of the issue. Yoon’s ratings have dropped as the election approaches.

Empowering equality: Vision leads to progress

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Empowering equality: Vision leads to progress

The text is a speech given by the First Lady of Cyprus, Philippa Karsera-Christodoulides, at the Women Leaders’ Forum. She discusses the importance of empowering equality, having a vision for inclusive participation and social transformation, and the need for women to be more involved in decision-making roles. The fact described in the text is that in the composition of the Council of Ministers in Cyprus, women make up 39%, and in the Boards of Directors of semi-government organizations, women make up 40%, especially in the positions of presidents and vice presidents.

Israeli strikes on Syria kill dozens, security sources say

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Israeli strikes on Syria kill dozens, security sources say

Israeli strikes in Aleppo killed 38 people, including five members of Hezbollah, in the deadliest attacks in an intensified campaign against Iran’s allies in Syria.

House passes budgets for public entities including CyBC

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House passes budgets for public entities including CyBC

The House plenum passed the budgets of four public-law entities, including the Natural Gas Public Company (Defa) and the Cyprus Broadcasting Corporation (CyBC). Defa’s budget for 2024 includes €38.4 million in expenditures and €32.8 million in anticipated revenues. CyBC’s budget is €39.3 million, with €26.7 million allocated for payroll. The budgets needed to be approved in order for the organizations to resume normal payment procedures.

Zelenskiy tells U.S. House speaker: quick passage of military aid is vital

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Zelenskiy tells U.S. House speaker: quick passage of military aid is vital

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy urged the U.S. House of Representatives to pass a new military aid package for Ukraine quickly. Republican Speaker Mike Johnson has delayed a bill that would provide billion in military and financial aid for Ukraine. Ukrainian troops are facing shortages of artillery supplies as aid is held up in Congress.