Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:16pm on 21 Jul 2024,Sunday International
Yemen's Houthi rebels vowed a strong response after an Israeli strike on Hodeida port. The conflict started with attacks from Iran-backed groups, prompting Israeli strikes on Gaza, Lebanon, and Yemen. The violence has killed dozens in Gaza. Israel intercepted a missile from Yemen targeting Eilat. Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree promised a "huge" retaliation. In Hodeida, three people died, and 87 were injured. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant warned of more strikes if Houthis attack again. Israeli PM Netanyahu is set to meet US President Biden to discuss the ongoing conflict.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:35pm on 21 Jul 2024,Sunday International
Protests in Bangladesh persist even after the Supreme Court reduced the job quota system. The ruling cut reserved government jobs from 56% to 7%. Students demand further changes, with 93% of positions based on merit. Deadly clashes between police and protesters have resulted in a strict curfew and military involvement. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina reviewed the security situation but cancelled her diplomatic tour. The unrest is linked to frustration over limited job opportunities and alleged misuse of quotas by the government. The U.S. advised against travel to Bangladesh amid the violence.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:50pm on 21 Jul 2024,Sunday International
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will address the US Congress on Wednesday, becoming the first foreign leader to do so four times. With mounting civilian casualties in Gaza and US-Israel tensions, Netanyahu will also meet President Joe Biden to discuss a potential ceasefire deal with Hamas. The October 7 Hamas attack killed 1,195 Israelis and led to the capture of 251 hostages. Israel's retaliatory strikes have claimed 38,919 lives in Gaza. Despite international criticism, the US continues to mediate and support Israel militarily.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:35am on 21 Jul 2024,Sunday International
Bangladesh's Supreme Court reduced government job quotas, mandating 93% of positions based on merit and reserving 7% for war veterans' relatives and other categories, following violent student protests that left 133 dead. The High Court's prior reinstatement of a 30% quota triggered nationwide unrest. Authorities extended a strict curfew and granted police shoot-on-sight orders to control the violence. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s government has shut down educational institutions and blocked internet access, leading to broader anti-government demonstrations. Nearly 1,000 Indian students have been evacuated amid the crisis.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:11am on 21 Jul 2024,Sunday International
Bangladesh faces escalating violence as student-led protests against government job quotas have resulted in 105 deaths. The government imposed a national curfew and deployed the military. The US raised its travel advisory to level four, advising against travel due to civil unrest in Dhaka and authorized the voluntary departure of non-emergency personnel. Canada urged for a peaceful resolution, expressing concern over the violence. Nearly 1,000 Indian students returned home, with ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of remaining students. Protests demand an end to job quotas favoring veterans' relatives.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:41am on 21 Jul 2024,Sunday International
Bangladesh’s Supreme Court has reduced job quotas for children of 1971 war veterans from 30% to 5%, following nationwide violent protests. The protests erupted after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina defended the quota system, sparking outrage among youths. The government has enforced a curfew until 3 pm Sunday and declared public holidays on Sunday and Monday. The death toll from the clashes has reached 114. Nearly 1,000 Indians have been evacuated, with New Delhi refraining from commenting on the issue, calling it an "internal matter." The police have been given "shoot-on-sight" orders to control the unrest.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:51am on 21 Jul 2024,Sunday International
In Bangladesh, violent protests have claimed over 130 lives as students demand reforms to the controversial government job quota system. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's use of the term "Razakar" to describe student protesters opposing a controversial quota system. The term, historically linked to collaborators with Pakistani forces during the 1971 Liberation War, provoked outrage among protesters. The protests, demanding an end to a system reserving up to 30% of government jobs for veterans' descendants, have prompted a curfew and military patrols in Dhaka as unrest continues.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:54am on 21 Jul 2024,Sunday International
A single-engine Cessna 208B used for skydiving crashed near Lake Road, Youngstown, New York, on July 20, killing the pilot. The plane, from Skydive the Falls, had just released divers and was returning to land when the crash occurred shortly before 1 pm. A brush fire ignited at the crash site, complicating rescue efforts. The FAA and Niagara County Sheriff's Office are investigating the cause, while a National Transportation Safety Board investigator is set to examine the wreckage. The investigation will focus on the pilot, aircraft, and operating conditions.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:09am on 21 Jul 2024,Sunday International
At a rally in Michigan, US, Former US President Donald Trump supporters expressed a preference for facing President Biden rather than Vice President Harris in the 2024 election. Trump referenced polls showing he could beat Biden, and criticized Democratic efforts to replace Biden. The rally, Trump's first since an assassination attempt, highlighted internal Democratic debates over Biden's candidacy. Trump also introduced Ohio Senator JD Vance as his running mate. Tight security was present at the event. Despite concerns, attendees like Marlin Eisenburg showed strong support for Trump.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:29am on 21 Jul 2024,Sunday International
Bangladesh has imposed a nationwide curfew and given police "shoot-on-sight" orders. This comes as the Supreme Court prepares to rule on civil service job quotas, sparking violent protests. The system reserves over half the jobs for certain groups, including veterans' children. Clashes have left at least 133 dead. The government has closed all schools indefinitely. Many students, including nearly 1,000 from India, have returned home. The curfew was briefly lifted for essential errands. Authorities hope the measures will control the unrest ahead of the court's decision.