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world-news1 year ago

DHL Cargo Plane Crash in Lithuania Leaves One Dead, Three Injured

A DHL cargo plane crash in Lithuania has resulted in at least one fatality. Meanwhile, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has warned of a serious and real threat of global war, expressing concerns about the uncertain future. In other news, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán plans to invite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to visit, criticizing the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant as a defamation of international law. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasizing the ongoing war's impact on Ukraine. The EU marked the 1,000th day of the war by raising a Ukrainian flag at the European Commission headquarters.

via POLITICO Europe|
#dhl#global-war#lithuania
international-relations1 year ago

"Securing Taiwan: Crucial for U.S. Security and East Asia Stability"

The Heritage Foundation's report emphasizes the critical role of a secure Taiwan in maintaining US security and preventing a global war with China. The report warns that a Chinese-controlled Taiwan would significantly enhance Beijing's military capabilities and threaten international trade routes, potentially leading to a crisis of confidence in the US's ability to counter China's regional hegemony. The loss of Taiwan to China could prompt nations in Southeast Asia to strengthen ties with Beijing, weakening US influence in the region and increasing the risk of a global conflict.

via Fox News|
#china#global-war#international-relations
politics2 years ago

US Congress Approves Historic Defense Budget, Rejects Far-Right Influence

In a bipartisan vote, the US Congress has authorized a record Pentagon budget for fiscal year 2024, totaling $883.7 billion, an increase of $145 billion since 2020. The budget includes increased military spending aimed at countering threats from China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, and terrorist organizations. The bill also extends military aid to Ukraine and authorizes the transfer of weapons systems to Israel. The increase in war spending comes at a time of rising hunger and homelessness, job cuts, and cuts to social benefits, highlighting the prioritization of military interests over the needs of the working class.

via WSWS|
#bipartisan-vote#global-war#military-spending