“NATO Countries Rally for Ukraine: Preparing Robust Military Assistance in Wake of Presidential Election Victory”
NATO prepares military assistance for Ukraine’s presidential election victory, with high-ranking officials heading to Ukraine. New cyber technology command created in Germany. NATO’s support for Ukraine and training involves 700 employees. Assistance won’t disappear even if US funding is cut.
“The Biden Administration Under Scrutiny as Delay in F-15 Fighter Sale to Israel Raises Concerns”
The Biden administration has not requested the sale of F-15 fighters to Israel, raising questions about his approach towards his predecessor’s controversial decision. The deal, difficult to cancel, will be the largest arms sale to Israel until 2023. Prime Minister needs to inform legislators before the transaction can conclude.
“Google Fires 28 Employees for Protesting Company’s Controversial Israeli Government Contract: A Stand Against Business or Betrayal of Workers?”
Google Fires 28 Employees Criticizing Israeli Contract, Says Wall Street Journal. Protests near HQ in NY & CA accuse Google of prioritizing contract over workers. Protesters claim “No to technology, yes to genocide.”
“Israel’s Reliance on Allies to Counter Iran’s Attack Raises Concerns, says The Wall Street Journal”
Israel relies on US and Western allies’ assistance including military drones and missiles to prevent Iran’s attack. However, the article questions Israel’s ability to do so independently and highlights the importance of regional allies’ cooperation. The United States’ absence in the operation raises concerns about future coordination.
Iran’s Request Denied: Saudi Arabia Rejects Proposal for Iranian Military Base in Red Sea
Iran requests military base in Red Sea, rejected by Saudi Arabia. Iran aims to counter US and Israel presence in the region.
“Chinese Researchers Reveal COVID-19 Virus Structure 2 Weeks Earlier Than Government; Raises Questions About Global Understanding of Pandemic”
Chinese researchers discovered the structure of the SARS-CoV-2 virus two weeks earlier than officially reported. This delay could have played a critical role in understanding the virus and preparing an effective response. News.am reports.
“Israel Vows to Escalate Gaza Conflict to Neutralize Threats: Ready for Prolonged Operations, Open to Cease-Fire for Successful Mission”
Israeli official announces readiness to escalate conflict in Gaza to neutralize threats. Military operations may end with a cease-fire.
“US Concerns Rise as Russian PMC Wagner and Israel Mull Ballistic Missile Defense Collaboration: Wall Street Journal”
The US considers potential cooperation between Russian PMC “Wagner” and Israel in ballistic missile defense, reports Wall Street Journal. US intelligence reveals Wagner PMC’s plan to provide air defense systems SA-22 to Hezbollah, causing concern. US sends aircraft carrier to Eastern Mediterranean to deter Wagner’s involvement in conflict with Hamas. Wagner PMC operates in Syria along with Hezbollah, supported by Iran.