Nawaz Sharif’s PML-N and Bilawal Bhutto’s PPP in Pakistan have struck a deal to establish a government together. The PPP has pledged support to help the PML-N elect a prime minister following last week’s election.
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President Joe Biden strongly criticised his expected 2024 election rival, Donald Trump, for his recent remarks regarding NATO, labelling them as “foolish,” “disgraceful,” and “anti-American.” The Democrat condemned Trump’s suggestion that he would support Russia in attacking NATO members failing to meet defence spending obligations.
Arm Holdings, a UK-based chip designer, has witnessed a staggering surge in its stock market valuation, nearly doubling in less than a week, driven by investor optimism surrounding the artificial intelligence (AI) sector.
The captain of Nigeria’s Super Eagles football team has led calls to end online bullying against midfielder Alex Iwobi.
Some football fans have been trolling Iwobi on social media, blaming the 27-year-old player for their country’s 1-2 loss to Ivory Coast in Sunday’s Afcon final.
Israel must do more to protect the more than one million Palestinians sheltering in Rafah, the southern Gazan city, according to Joe Biden.
The US president has said civilians who are “packed” into Rafah are “exposed and vulnerable” and must be protected.
Venezuelan authorities have officially acknowledged the arrest of Rocío San Miguel, a prominent human rights activist. San Miguel, known for her outspoken criticism of President Nicolás Maduro’s government, was arrested on Friday and transported to an undisclosed location.
Former US President Donald Trump has petitioned the Supreme Court to halt a lower court’s decision denying him presidential immunity from prosecution. Trump had argued that he couldn’t be prosecuted for actions taken during his presidency, particularly in a case involving election interference.
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Pakistan’s second and third political groups have agreed to collaborate following elections where imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s backers secured the lead.
The PMLN led by ex-PM Nawaz Sharif and Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s PPP released a statement announcing their intention to work together to establish political stability.
If they succeed in forming a government, it’s likely to provoke anger among Khan’s supporters.
Khan’s PTI party was disqualified from participating in the election, leading many of its candidates to run as independents.
Earlier, police dispersed a crowd of Khan’s supporters in Rawalpindi using tear gas.
The chief of NATO has criticised Donald Trump’s suggestion that the US wouldn’t protect NATO allies who don’t spend enough on defence, stating it undermines security and puts troops at risk.
Jens Stoltenberg emphasised that such remarks could endanger US and European troops.
Trump indicated he would “encourage” Russia to attack any NATO member not meeting the alliance’s 2% GDP defence spending target.
Brazil, the defending champions, have failed to qualify for Paris 2024 after a 1-0 loss to Argentina.
Brazil had been eyeing up a third consecutive gold in the men’s Olympic football tournament. They have won a men’s football medal at the past four Olympics.
Argentina, who won gold in 2004 and 2008, finished the final qualifying event with five points.
Kelvin Kiptum, the world record holder for the men’s marathon from Kenya, tragically passed away in a car accident in his home country at the age of 24.
The accident occurred on a road in western Kenya on Sunday, claiming the lives of Kiptum and his coach, Gervais Hakizimana from Rwanda.
Kiptum rose to prominence in 2023 as a formidable competitor to fellow Kenyan marathon star Eliud Kipchoge.
Finland’s former conservative Prime Minister, Alexander Stubb, has won the presidential election held on Sunday, according to final results.
Stubb secured 51.6% of the vote, defeating his Green Party rival, Pekka Haavisto, the former foreign minister, who had 48.4%. Haavisto has conceded defeat.
This election marks Finland’s first since joining the NATO military alliance.
Israel rescued two male hostages in a raid in Rafah amid reports of Israeli airstrikes hit the southern Gazan city of Rafah.
The Israeli military confirms the men are in “good medical condition.” The international community – including the UK – had warned about Israel’s planned offensive in Rafah.
Earlier, the Palestine Red Crescent Society said Rafah was under attack, with a number of deaths reported. 1.5 million people are sheltering in the southern city.
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Votes are currently being counted following yesterday’s general election in Pakistan, which was marred by the suspension of mobile phone and internet services and violent unrest. Many analysts consider this to be among Pakistan’s least credible elections, and the release of results has been notably sluggish compared to previous votes.
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Former President Donald Trump has secured a decisive victory in the Nevada Republican caucus, winning by a significant margin. The only other contender listed on the ballot was Ryan Binkley, a pastor and businessman.
As a result of this win, Trump is set to claim all 26 delegates from Nevada, as per the party’s system for selecting its presidential nominee. Initial tallies reported by CNN indicated that the former president garnered over 98% of the total votes.
The US has cautioned Israel against launching a military offensive into Gaza’s southern city of Rafah without adequate planning, labelling such an action a “disaster.”
The White House emphasised that it would not support any significant operations in Rafah without properly considering the refugees.
These remarks follow Israel’s announcement that its military had been instructed to prepare for potential operations in Rafah.
Nigeria booked their place in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations with a 4-2 shootout win over South Africa.
US Senate bid to salvage Ukraine and Israel aid as border deal crumbles US lawmakers are working hard to save…
Ecuador top court decriminalises euthanasia Ecuador now allows doctors to help people die if they are suffering and want to…
While calls and data services are suspended, WiFi appears to remain operational. The country remains on high alert and polling stations across Pakistan are being heavily guarded.
“There is no other solution but a complete and final victory,” Netanyahu told a news conference on Wednesday.
