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Turkey warns citizens of the risk of attack in the United States, Europe hot on the heels of Western warnings

January 29, 2023 by samol

ANKARA, Jan. 28 (Reuters) – Turkey on Saturday warned its citizens of “potential Islamophobic, xenophobic and racist attacks” in the United States and Europe after its Western allies warned their citizens in Turkey about possible terror attacks. In two separate travel advisories, the Turkish Foreign Ministry advised its citizens in the United States and European … Read more

Iran thwarts drone attack on military site

January 29, 2023 by samol

DUBAI, Jan. 29 (Reuters) – A loud explosion at a military factory in Iran’s central city of Isfahan was caused by a “failed” drone strike, Iranian state media reported on Sunday, citing the defense ministry. “One of (the drones) was hit by the…air defenses and the other two were caught in defensive traps and exploded. … Read more

Ukraine is in talks with allies about obtaining long-range missiles, Zelenskiy aide says

January 28, 2023 by samol

Jan 28 (Reuters) – Accelerated talks are underway between Kiev and its allies over Ukraine’s requests for long-range missiles needed to prevent Russia from destroying Ukrainian cities, a top aide to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday. Ukraine has won promises of Western main battle tanks and is looking for fighter jets to push back … Read more

Israel vows to respond quickly to synagogue shooting

January 28, 2023 by samol

Shootings after incursion into Israeli West Bank, attacks in Gaza Israel Reinforces Armed Forces in the West Bank Abbas blames Israel for escalation JERUSALEM, Jan. 28 (Reuters) – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday promised a “vigorous, swift and precise” response to a deadly Palestinian shooting near a synagogue on the outskirts of Jerusalem … Read more

India expects more clashes with Chinese troops in the Himalayas

January 28, 2023 by samol

NEW DELHI, Jan. 28 (Reuters) – A security assessment by Indian police in the Himalayan region of Ladakh says there could be more clashes between Indian and Chinese troops along their disputed border there as Beijing ramps up military infrastructure in the region. At least 24 soldiers were killed when the armies of the Asian … Read more

Exclusive: India’s Adani says $2.5 billion share sale on track even as bankers ponder changes

January 28, 2023 by samol

Exclusive: India’s Adani says .5 billion share sale on track even as bankers ponder changes

MUMBAI, Jan. 28 (Reuters) – A $2.5 billion share sale by India’s Adani Enterprises (ADEL.NS) remains on track at its planned issue price, the company told Reuters on Saturday, while sources said bankers were considering changes as a result of a market failure in the group’s shares. Bankers on the deal were considering extending the … Read more

Exclusive: Top US Treasury official warns UAE and Turkey about sanctions evasion

January 28, 2023 by samol

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 (Reuters) – The US Treasury’s top sanctions official will travel to Turkey and the Middle East next week to warn countries and companies that they could lose access to the US market if they do business with entities which are subject to US restrictions such as Washington. cracks down on Russian attempts … Read more

Ukraine calls on Hungarian envoy for ‘unacceptable’ comments by Orbán

January 28, 2023 by samol

Jan 27 (Reuters) – Ukraine’s foreign ministry will summon Hungary’s ambassador to complain about “completely unacceptable” comments Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban made about Ukraine, Kiev said on Friday. The announcement marks a new low in ties between the two neighbours. Hungary has repeatedly criticized the European Union’s sanctions against Russia, saying they have failed … Read more

War in Ukraine: Fighting in the East and North escalates after tank pledges

January 28, 2023 by samol

Ukraine says it needs more weapons, calls for sanctions Western allies this week agreed to supply tanks Russia says US president holds key to ending fighting NEAR VUHLEDAR, Ukraine, Jan. 27 (Reuters) – Ukraine on Friday battled Russian forces attempting to breach its lines in the east and northeast, and artillery bombardments increased after Western … Read more

In Beijing’s backyard, the US demonstrates its military might

January 28, 2023 by samol

ABOARD THE NIMITZ, South China Sea, Jan. 27 (Reuters) – For several hours under a gray sky, dozens of fighter jets and helicopters roar in and out of the cockpit of the aircraft carrier Nimitz, in a demonstration of US military prowess in some of the world’s most humid waters. MH-60 Seahawk helicopters and F/A-18 … Read more