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European Union countries reinforce border controls amid security concerns
On Thursday, Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic announced temporary reintroduction of border controls with Slovenia, hours after the Slovenian government decided to implement border controls with Croatia and Hungary from Saturday till October 30, reports Xinhua news agency.
Gaza's main hospital will have electricity only for another 24 hrs: MSF
In a news report on Thursday, the MSF said without electricity, many patients will die -- especially those in intensive care, neonatology, and on respiratory support machines. "Patients with chronic illnesses, such as diabetes and cancer, and pregnant women are also at risk due to a general shortage of medicines," it added.
'Biden emerges as father figure to Israel with his wartime visit to Tel Aviv'
Biden made a Zoom call for about 15 minutes last night with families of Americans taken hostage by Hamas evoking a strong bonding with the Israelis who now idolise him as their father figure. When a White House aide started to end the session, Biden wouldn't have it, according to one of the family members on the call.
Joe Biden announces aid to Palestine, says any diversion by Hamas will not be tolerated
He will address the Congress on Thursday announcing the quantum of aid and seeking the House approval. Biden told reporters on Air-Force One on Wednesday while on his return from Tel Aviv that up to 20 trucks of aid from Egypt would be allowed into the besieged enclave in Gaza, once potholes along the road and damage from Israeli airstrikes were repaired.
Israeli Defence Minister tells troops to get ready for ground offensive in Gaza
Gallant on Thursday visited Israel's Southern Command near Gaza, where Israel has been gathering force in the wake of the deadly surprise attacks launched by Hamas militants on October 7, Xinhua news agency reported. During the visit, which was televised by several Israeli news channels, Gallant told the troops to "get organised, be ready" for an order to start the ground operation.
Israel withdraws all diplomatic personnel from Turkey
"All Israeli personnel from diplomatic missions in Turkey have been withdrawn for security reasons," two informed diplomatic sources, who declined to be named, were quoted as saying by Xinhua news agency. The Israeli National Security Council issued a travel advisory on Tuesday to Israeli citizens in Turkey, urging them to leave as quickly as possible.
Ukraine may get F-16 fighters in first half of 2024: Foreign Minister
"Under the optimistic scenario, I think, it will be the first half of next year," Kuleba said on Thursday. Kuleba further said that the F-16 jets will be delivered to Ukraine after Ukrainian pilots complete the training courses and appropriate infrastructure is arranged, Xinhua news agency reported, citing the Interfax-Ukraine news agency.
Canada evacuates 41 diplomats from India: Foreign Minister Melanie Joly
Addressing a press conference in Ottawa on Thursday, the Canadian Foreign Minister said: "I can confirm that India has formally conveyed its plan to unilaterally remove diplomatic immunities for all but 21 Canadian diplomats and dependents in Delhi by tomorrow, October 20."
US issues worldwide travel alert to citizens abroad
The US State Department has issued a "worldwide caution security alert" for all its citizens overseas, citing the potential for attacks, the media reported.
Is 1975-type massacre on cards in Bangladesh again?
They said that in last few months, several BNP leaders have publicly threatened to re-stage 1975-type massacre to oust the Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from power, showing that terrorism is a template used by the BNP.
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