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Dropbox Fires Impact Hundreds Ahead of Presidential Election, Ballot Destruction in Oregon and Washington
The police announced on Monday that at least one ballot box was torched at a drop location in the southeastern area of Portland, Oregon. According to media reports, one ballot box in the Washington town of Vancouver also reportedly caught fire.
China Accuses US of Interference in its Affairs Ahead of Blinken Visit: Report
“The United States continues pushing forward the strategy of containing China, keeps adopting erroneous words and actions that interfere in China’s internal affairs, smear China’s image and undermine China’s interests,” According to a statement from an unnamed representative of the Chinese Ministry.
White House 'Perplexed' by Netanyahu's Decision to Cancel Israeli Delegation's Washington Visit
John Kirby, spokesperson for the US National Security Council, expressed bewilderment at the cancellation, stating that the US remains steadfast in its policy regarding the situation in Gaza. He emphasized that the abstention from the resolution does not signal a shift in US support for Israel's actions against Hamas and reiterated the US stance that a cease-fire should be part of a broader deal securing the release of hostages held by Hamas.
India Expresses Gratitude to Washington State Senate for Recognizing Shared Democratic Values
The official handle of the Indian Consulate General in Seattle shared the joyous news, stating, "On January 26, 2024, the Washington State Senate passed a Resolution welcoming India’s 75th Republic Day! Acknowledges India’s strong tradition of maintaining democratic ideals and recognizes our Republic Day as a symbol of shared values of democracy, diversity and inclusion between India and USA."
Washington DC Bids Ambassador Sandhu a Rockstar Farewell in Grand Style
During a farewell hosted by the State Department, Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma drew parallels with Elton John's legendary farewell tour, citing the extensive shows the British singer performed. Verma expressed his admiration for Sandhu's farewell, suggesting it could rival the grandeur of Elton John's "Farewell Yellow Brick Road."
Israel-Hamas war: Security heightened in US cities amid protests, mounting tensions
Major American cities, including New York, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, Portland and Pittsburgh, are on a heightened alert in bracing for protests and potential violence this coming weekend, reports Xinhua news agency.
France to withdraw envoy, end military cooperation with Niger amid coup: Macron
In a statement on Sunday, the President said: "France has decided to withdraw its ambassador. In the next hours our ambassador and several diplomats will return to France."
3 US marines killed in aircraft crash off Australia's coast
According to the Marine Rotational Force (MRF) Darwin, three personnel have died and five more are in hospital in a serious condition after the MV-22 Osprey crashed with 23 personnel on board at approximately 9:30 a.m. local time on Sunday (2330 GMT on Saturday).
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