India to receive billions in US weapons, including F-35 stealth jets: Trump

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi emphasized the urgent need for Gaza's reconstruction following a ceasefire with Hamas during a call with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. He reaffirmed Egypt's stance against Palestinian displacement, advocated for an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, and discussed regional stability and bilateral cooperation in various sectors. Want More Context? 🔎

India-UK Trade Deal (AI image) The India-UK free trade agreement (FTA), signed during PM Modi's visit to the UK, aims to double bilateral trade to $120 billion by 2030, reducing tariffs on Indian exports and British goods like whisky and automobiles. The deal includes provisions for duty-free access for 99% of Indian exports and facilitates the movement of professionals between both nations. Want More Context? 🔎

An intoxicated passenger, Swalyn Malaice Jackson Barton-Cookes, 23, disrupted a flight from Perth to Auckland on October 23, 2024, by swearing aggressively and attempting to headbutt a flight attendant, leading to the plane being diverted. He was ordered to pay $10,000 in compensation and received a six-month jail term but was released immediately due to time served in custody. Want More Context? 🔎

The U.S. Congress has removed $400 million from a list of programs targeted for cuts by the Trump administration; however, this decision does not restore funding for global HIV and TB programs that were reduced in February. Consequently, HIV projects in South Africa that previously received U.S. support will remain closed and will not be restarted. Want More Context? 🔎

French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, have filed a defamation lawsuit against conservative commentator Candace Owens for her false claims, including that Brigitte was born male, which they allege were made for personal gain and caused them significant distress. The 200-page complaint includes 22 counts of defamation, seeking damages, while Owens' representatives argue the lawsuit attacks her First Amendment rights. Want More Context? 🔎

Two Palestinian teenagers were killed by Israeli forces in al-Khader amid escalating violence in the occupied West Bank, where over 948 Palestinians, including at least 204 children, have died since October 7, 2023. The Israeli parliament recently approved a non-binding motion for annexation of the West Bank, seen as a dangerous escalation by Palestinian groups. Want More Context? 🔎